California Department of Developmental Services

California State Leaders, Elected Officials and Dignitaries Join Launch of Special Needs Network's New Workforce Development Program

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Monday, March 13, 2023
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In addition, SNN also opened a second location in Bakersfield to support the ongoing work of the C.O.R.E.

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  • In addition, SNN also opened a second location in Bakersfield to support the ongoing work of the C.O.R.E.
  • "When I walked into the orientation, I actually got goosebumps seeing what Special Needs Network was able to pull off.
  • "The confidence that Nancy and her team have shown in me and Special Needs Network is humbling.
  • The program is applying outcome-based solutions to a critical shortage of providers of color among behavioral and allied health practitioners.

$6.5M Grant Awarded to Special Needs Network for Critical New Workforce Development

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Tuesday, January 10, 2023
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The first three years of a child's life is a critical time for development.

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  • The first three years of a child's life is a critical time for development.
  • However, there is a critical shortage of developmental disability professionals with racially diverse backgrounds.
  • The Special Needs Network is an LA-based nonprofit dedicated to addressing autism and other developmental disabilities in under-served communities.
  • SNN's founder and president, Areva Martin, described the grant as a significant step for the group and for Southern California families.

The Columbus Organization Wins Major Staffing Award in California

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Tuesday, August 16, 2022
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Between now and June 30, 2023, The Columbus Organization will be staffing eight professionals in each of the following areas: psychiatric technicians, registered nurses, respiratory therapists, physicians, and psychologists.

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  • Between now and June 30, 2023, The Columbus Organization will be staffing eight professionals in each of the following areas: psychiatric technicians, registered nurses, respiratory therapists, physicians, and psychologists.
  • The Columbus Organization has a long history providing professional clinical staff in the state, and the newest contract is a testament to the strong reputation the organization has developed.
  • Eric Miller, Vice President, Professional Clinical Staffing for Columbus, commented, "This is quite an opportunity for Columbus, and we are thrilled that this allows us to expand our service offerings in Bakersfield.
  • For more, visit www.ColumbusOrg.com , follow @TheColumbusOrg on Twitter , like The Columbus Organization on Facebook , or follow The Columbus Organization on LinkedIn .

Regional Center of Orange County Appoints Two New Board Members

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Wednesday, July 20, 2022
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SANTA ANA, Calif., July 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Board of Directors of Regional Center of Orange County has appointed Anaheim's Yvonne Kluttz to serve a one-year term beginning July 1 and continuing through June 30, 2023. In addition, the organization's Vendor Advisory Committee (VAC) elected Rick Perez to serve as the VAC representative on the Board, from June 2 through May 31, 2023. Both are unpaid volunteer positions and the VAC position is a non-voting role.

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  • SANTA ANA, Calif., July 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Board of Directors of Regional Center of Orange County has appointed Anaheim's Yvonne Kluttz to serve a one-year term beginning July 1 and continuing through June 30, 2023.
  • She also serves on the Consumer Advisory Committee for the California Department of Developmental Services and has served on Orange County's local Area Board XI and on the State Council on Developmental Disabilities .
  • About Regional Center of Orange County: Regional Center of Orange County is the private, nonprofit organization contracted by the State of California to coordinate lifelong services and supports for more than 23,000 Orange County residents with developmental disabilities and their families.
  • The Regional Center is the first stop for those seeking to obtain local services and supports to help them live safely and with dignity in the community.

Regional Center of Orange County Announces 2022 Spotlight Award Honorees 10 Individuals and Organizations Honored for Workon Behalf of People with Developmental Disabilities

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Monday, May 2, 2022
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SANTA ANA, Calif., May 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Regional Center of Orange County (RCOC) will honor 10 individuals and organizations at its 25th annual Spotlight Awards Monday, May 2.

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  • SANTA ANA, Calif., May 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Regional Center of Orange County (RCOC) will honor 10 individuals and organizations at its 25th annual Spotlight Awards Monday, May 2.
  • Guest-hosted by Emmy Award-winning reporter Michele Gile of CBS2/KCAL9 , the event is happening virtually through streaming media (for the third time, due to the COVID pandemic), with a welcome by Nancy Bargmann, Director of the Department of Developmental Services for the State of California, and introduction by RCOC Board Chair Chip Wright .
  • RCOC created the Spotlight Awards in 1997 to honor those in Orange County who have advanced the quality of life for people with developmental disabilities.
  • The 2022 Regional Center of Orange County Spotlight Award Recipients are:
    RCOC Achievement: Beth Ann Pierce , of Lake Forest; Service Coordinator at Regional Center of Orange County
    Self-Advocate: Alex Zavala, person with autism, of Cypress; Environmental Services employee at Kaiser Permanente, Irvine

California Selects Sandata Technologies as State Vendor for Electronic Visit Verification

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Thursday, September 2, 2021
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PORT WASHINGTON, N.Y., Sept. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Sandata today announced that it was selected by the state of California to be the state vendor for Electronic Visit Verification (EVV) Phase II.

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  • PORT WASHINGTON, N.Y., Sept. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Sandata today announced that it was selected by the state of California to be the state vendor for Electronic Visit Verification (EVV) Phase II.
  • California is the 20th state with which Sandata is partnering to manage EVV.
  • "Sandata is honored to be selected by California to collect and aggregate their Medicaid in-home visit data," said Timothy Bacci, Chief Executive Officer of Sandata.
  • As the state vendor, Sandata will provide a solution for EVV data entry and to aggregate EVV data.

San Andreas Regional Center Notifies Current and Former Consumers of Data Breach Incident

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Friday, August 27, 2021
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Working with the California Department of Developmental Services, San Andreas Regional Center (SARC) provides advocacy, services, and support for individuals with developmental disabilities.

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  • Working with the California Department of Developmental Services, San Andreas Regional Center (SARC) provides advocacy, services, and support for individuals with developmental disabilities.
  • SARC announced today that it experienced a data breach that may involve the personal and protected health information of some individuals it serves.
  • After discovering the incident, SARC quickly took steps to secure and safely restore its systems and operations.
  • In addition, individuals seeking to contact SARC directly may write to 6203 San Ignacio Avenue, Suite 200, San Jose, CA 95119.

Developmental Disabilities: Dedicated Caregivers Help Woman with Disabilities in Her Battle with Cancer

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Wednesday, September 5, 2018
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Their dedication to enhancing Carla's life was most evident after she was diagnosed with stage 4 cancer.

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  • Their dedication to enhancing Carla's life was most evident after she was diagnosed with stage 4 cancer.
  • The two Rossmoor residents helped this young woman and her family fight back, with a combination of faith and hard work.
  • "Sandra and Jessica are wonderful examples of direct support professionals who are always there for people with developmental disabilities," says Larry Landauer, RCOC's Executive Director.
  • Developmental disabilities include intellectual disabilities, autism, epilepsy and cerebral palsy.