Regional Centers

Regional Centers (RC) are community-based, non-profit organizations that "provide or coordinate services and supports for individuals with developmental disabilities," as required by the Lanterman Developmental Disabilities Act. 

Eligibility is determined by your local regional centers and must be established prior to the individual's 18th birthday and is defined by Section 4512 of the California Welfare and Institutions Code. 

If your child is between 0-36 months old, they may qualify for Early Start services. A list of this eligibility qualifications can be found in Section 95014 of theCalifornia Government Code. If qualified for services, this program can be instrumental in service assessment and delivery; they offer everything from genetic diagnosis to prevention services and therapies.

There are 21 centers throughout California. For a complete listing of local Regional Center, listed by county, refer to the Look-up RC List.