Frank D. Lanterman Regional Center

Frank D. Lanterman Regional Center Lanterman RC serves over 8,800 children and adults with developmental disabilities, or who have or are at risk for a developmental delay or disability.

Reminder part 3 of the series is today.
04/21/2026

Reminder part 3 of the series is today.

Reminder, this is today!
04/21/2026

Reminder, this is today!

In this week's “60 Highlights for 60 Years” series, we’d like to spotlight Community Services, Partnerships and Inclusio...
04/16/2026

In this week's “60 Highlights for 60 Years” series, we’d like to spotlight Community Services, Partnerships and Inclusion.

A fundamental and core value - in fact, our very mission - is to ensure that people with intellectual and developmental disabilities can lead productive, inclusive lives as active members of their community. This means that people supported by the regional center have the right to receive the necessary support and services in their own community, in integrated settings, with typical peers; learning skills, developing relationships, and earning livable wages.

To make this possible, Lanterman partners with its local community by developing relationships and resources, making referrals and sharing information.

Annually, we host a three-part Transition to Adulthood Conference and in-person Resource Fair that brings together individuals served, their families, service coordination staff and our community partners to share information, referrals and make connections!

The conference provided information about transition services through schools, generic resources, and regional center services available post education. The resource fair featured vendors that provide in-home support services, independent living services, supported living services, Special Education Law Clinic, school district partners, FACTs Program, employment service providers, and our very own Client Advisory Committee!

To learn more about the transition to adulthood and adult services available through Lanterman, visit https://lanterman.org/client-and-family-services/adult/

And check out the great photo highlights from our resource fair.

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We invite you help us celebrate 60 years as partners in lifelong support by sharing your own story with all of us! Journey alongside us through our “60 Highlights for 60 Years” social media series that will showcase the people, professionals, partnerships and community that make up Lanterman Regional Center. We will share information and resources, elevate the people behind and at the forefront of our system, and spotlight achievements and advancements.

Together, let’s celebrate the achievements, services, partnerships and community that together make up 60 years of advocacy and empowerment for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Share your story here: bit.ly/60for60form

Submissions will be reviewed for consideration to be included in the series.*

More info here: https://lanterman.org/60for60/

REMINDER, THIS IS COMING UP IN TWO WEEKS!
04/15/2026

REMINDER, THIS IS COMING UP IN TWO WEEKS!

There are many ways SoCalGas can help eligible customers reduce their bills. See which program or payment plan might be ...
04/15/2026

There are many ways SoCalGas can help eligible customers reduce their bills. See which program or payment plan might be the best option for you. Learn more at socalgas.com/Assistance. These programs are funded by California utility customers and administered by Southern California Gas Company under the auspices of the CPUC. Eligibility requirements apply; see the program conditions for details.

Join Lanterman’s Koch-Young Resource Center for an Information Session for Japanese Families on Tuesday, May 12 from 10 ...
04/14/2026

Join Lanterman’s Koch-Young Resource Center for an Information Session for Japanese Families on Tuesday, May 12 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. in-person or via Zoom.

Learn how to navigate the website, encrypted e-mails, Network of Care, interpretation services and more.

Registration required for both in-person and online options. Register online: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/GTelLKFXRGefEXGMkSAsGw

In-person: 3303 Wilshire Blvd., First Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90010 – KYRC Conference Room
Zoom: Meeting ID – 857 4377 3416 | Passcode – 2026

For questions, contact: yepshteyn@lanterman.org | 213.252.8348

This initiative is being funded through California Department of Developmental Services’ Language Access and Cultural Competency Program.

Lanterman’s Koch-Young Resource Center, in collaboration with Smile Pediatric Therapy & Diagnostics, presents Learn the ...
04/14/2026

Lanterman’s Koch-Young Resource Center, in collaboration with Smile Pediatric Therapy & Diagnostics, presents Learn the Power of Play with Biayna Dulgarian, MS, CCC-SLP, ESDM on Wednesday, May 6 from 3 to 5 p.m. via Zoom.

Parents will gain an understanding of the following:

- How play skills are developed
- The different types of play
- The way in which play enhances a child’s cognitive, motor, language and social growth
- Strategies to integrate play into daily routines across different environments and among various individuals

Register online: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/Al2yqPSLRZO3tARoWcAhjQ
Interpretation services available upon request by April 27.

Contact: Thrawlynne Lopez | 213.212.8292 | tlopez@lanterman.org

Reminder, the Early Start to Early Childhood Transition Resource Fair is coming up in two weeks on Tuesday, April 28 fro...
04/14/2026

Reminder, the Early Start to Early Childhood Transition Resource Fair is coming up in two weeks on Tuesday, April 28 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Reminder, the Early Start to Early Childhood Transition Conference is coming up in one week on Tuesday, April 21 from 9:...
04/14/2026

Reminder, the Early Start to Early Childhood Transition Conference is coming up in one week on Tuesday, April 21 from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Join us for a 6-part Clinical Series, weekly on Tuesdays, April 7 to May 12 from 3 to 5 p.m. via Zoom.Register online: h...
04/14/2026

Join us for a 6-part Clinical Series, weekly on Tuesdays, April 7 to May 12 from 3 to 5 p.m. via Zoom.

Register online: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/6iseKa5nTUuWMw93UX4hgQ #/registration
Interpretation available upon request.

Topics covered:

April 7, 2026 – Autism and Developmental Disability
Clinical Psychologist Dr. Mandy Moradi will discuss characteristics of autism and considerations in developing comprehensive planning tailored to individual characteristics, strengths and preferences.

April 14, 2026 – Supporting Lifelong Oral Health Benefits by Building Early Habits and Consistent Routines
Lanterman Dental Coordinator Joyce Gamboa-Espino, RDH, highlights enduring benefits of early and regular dental care for children with autism and developmental disabilities, emphasizing proactive management by age 1 to prevent long-term oral complications and health risks linked to chronic oral infections.

April 21, 2026 – Person-Centered Planning and Applied Behavior Analysis
Dr. Jean Johnson, Lanterman Clinical Consultant and BCBA-D will discuss incorporation of person-centered values in ABA services through individualization, and promoting self-advocacy and choice.

April 28, 2026 – Understanding Evidence-Based Practice
Lanterman Autism Coordinator and BCBA Lisa Pirruccello will discuss the importance of understanding research evidence when considering therapeutic services.

May 5, 2026 – PERMA+ – Addressing Underlying Needs Leading to Crisis Intervention in High-Risk Individuals
Kenya Reyes, LCSW, and Israel Vargas, MA, with California START will provide overview of the five core elements of well-being: positive emotions, engagement, relationships, meaning and accomplishment supported by optimism, nutrition, sleep and physical health to consider in supporting persons with complex emotional needs.

May 12, 2026 – Understanding Autism in the Context of Medical and Mental Health Consideration
Dr. Leslie Richard, board certified developmental behavioral pediatrician and Lanterman medical consultant, will help us
understand and address health, nutrition, sleep, and mood as significant program components when supporting people with autism and developmental disabilities.

For questions, contact: yvillacorta@lanterman.org | 213.252.4986 or KYRC | 213.252.5600 | kyrc@lanterman.org

20th Annual Tools for Transformation ConferenceFrom Evidence to Action – Autism, Access & EquityJoin the Special Needs N...
04/13/2026

20th Annual Tools for Transformation Conference

From Evidence to Action – Autism, Access & Equity

Join the Special Needs Network for a two-day free autism conference for parents, professionals and community leaders to cut through misinformation and gain practical tools that work on Friday and Saturday, April 24 and 25.

Autism is in the headlines. Policies are shifting. Debates are getting louder. Families and professionals need clear, evidence-based information and practical tools they can use immediately. This conference brings together scientists, elected leaders, cultural experts and frontline professionals to move from evidence to action.

Day 1: Professional Day
Friday, April 24, 2026 | 8 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

CORE Fellows Professional Intensive for CORE fellows and graduates, developmental disability agency executives, service providers, therapists, health services and social services professionals.

Day One will feature training led by CORE trainers and is focused on equipping workforce partners with practical tools and deeper insight into serving neurodivergent job seekers.

Day 2: Parents Day
Saturday, April 25, 2026 | 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Day Two is designed for CORE, families, caregivers, community members, advocates and partners, offering workshops, resources and practical tools to support long-term workforce success and economic mobility for individuals with autism and other special needs.

More details here: https://lanterman.org/event/20th-annual-tools-for-transformation-conference/2026-04-24/

Register here: https://rebrand.ly/tft26

Reminder, this two-part tech training starts on Wednesday.
04/13/2026

Reminder, this two-part tech training starts on Wednesday.

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3303 Wilshire Boulevard, Ste 700
Los Angeles, CA
90010

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+12133831300

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