San Diego Regional Center

11/20/2025

The 2025 SANDIS Conference, also known as SANDIS 8, brought 95 professionals together from around the state to San Diego for a deep dive into the platform’s evolving capabilities and future direction, while also fostering collaboration across regional centers.

As the system that supports Regional Center staff in serving individuals, SANDIS continues to grow and innovate. With new design updates, support enhancements, hands-on training sessions, and insightful panel discussions, the conference delivered two days of learning, connection, and forward momentum.

11/19/2025

When Darryl and his wife noticed their son Dominic wasn’t communicating like other kids his age, they reached out for help.

With an autism diagnosis, Dominic began receiving life-changing services through the Early Start program where he acquired an Alternative Augmentative Communication (AAC) device with funding provided by California Department of Developmental Services, to support his communication. Using his device, Dominic can now tell his parents when he's hungry, talk about books he's reading and movies he's watching, and speak with his daycare teachers. By overcoming communication barriers, Dominic is finding his voice.

Learn more about valuable Early Start services and how SDRC can support your child at sdrc.org/services

11/19/2025

When Darryl and his wife noticed their son Dominic wasn’t communicating like other kids his age, they reached out for help.

With an autism diagnosis, Dominic began receiving life-changing services through the Early Start program where he acquired an Alternative Augmentative Communication (AAC) device to support his communication. Using his device, Dominic can now tell his parents when he's hungry, talk about books he's reading and movies he's watching, and speak with his daycare teachers. By overcoming communication barriers, Dominic is finding his voice.

Learn more about valuable Early Start services and how SDRC can support your child at sdrc.org/services

11/18/2025

SDRC clients, learn advocacy and leadership skills and make connections with fellow self-advocates at the next San Diego People First meeting!

🗓️ Friday 11/21 at 2pm

Join in-person or on Zoom.

📍 In-person: State Council on Developmental Disabilities
8880 Rio San Diego Drive, Room 325
San Diego, CA 92108

💻 Zoom: https://tinyurl.com/5bahuj4p

11/18/2025

We are proud to be recognized by Blue Shield of California at their 3rd annual “Leading the Way” Awards dinner in San Diego.

The "Leading the Way" awards celebrate organizations who are striving to uplift the community from youth engagement and resiliency to quality health care. We are honored to be recognized for "Leading the Way for Equitable Health Access." Alongside more than 30 other organizations, we're committed to supporting a healthier, more compassionate future in San Diego. Kate Kinnamont, SDRC's Associate Executive Director, was there to accept the award on behalf of SDRC.

Thank you Blue Shield Promise for this honor, and all who support our mission!

11/17/2025

Got some holiday shopping to do? 🛍️

Vocational and Adult Services and San Diego Media Makers are hosting their 3rd Annual Holiday Craft Fair for Neuro-Diverse Artists, Makers and Bakers! Support the talented indivduals and purchase a unique gift for someone in your life (or yourself!).

🗓️ Saturday, December 6th 11am-3pm
📍 The Institute for Effective Education
2225 Camino del Rio S
San Diego, CA 92108
➡️ RSVP: https://tinyurl.com/56yty4xd

11/14/2025

SDG&E offers assistance programs to help you with your monthly energy bill, which could include up to a 30% discount. Find out if you qualify at sdge.com/assistance.

11/14/2025

Get your holiday photos with Santa Cares! 🎅 Santa Cares offers a sensory-friendly visit with Santa at select locations across the country, including a few throughout San Diego county.

Find a location near you: https://tinyurl.com/mt6pn3hz

The magic of Santa is for everyone! Autism Speaks and Cherry Hill Programs are teaming up once again to make holiday visits with Santa more accessible for all families.

Join us for Santa Cares on December 7, a sensory-friendly Santa event happening at locations across North America! If you can’t attend that day, you can still experience the same supportive environment — staff are trained to provide a sensory-friendly experience throughout the season, especially Monday–Thursday before 4 p.m.

Reserve your spot today! https://whereissanta.com/?utm_source=facebook-autism-speaks&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=post-2

11/13/2025

Attention nonprofits!

Foundation for Developmental Disabilities is now accepting 2026 Capital Funding Request for Proposals (RFP) for 2026! RFPs are a grant opportunity designed to enhance the quality of life for individuals with developmental disabilities across San Diego and Imperial Counties. You can submit a proposal for your nonprofit to receive up to $100,000 in funding.

Learn more about the requirements and complete the application here: https://bit.ly/49jB3tJ

Submission deadline: January 26, 2026 by 12pm PST

The Foundation for Developmental Disabilities offers grants of up to $100,000 to support social enterprises that provide employment opportunities to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in San Diego and Imperial Counties.

11/13/2025

Casting Call! 🎬

Netflix's Love on the Spectrum is looking for participants for the next season! ❤️

This series follows adults on the autism spectrum as they navigate the world of relationships and dating while celebrating finding love and helping break down myths, misconceptions, and stereotypes.

Northern Pictures would love to hear from you if:

- You’re 18 or older
- You’re on the autism spectrum
- You’re single and interested in dating

If that sounds like you (or someone you know!), email a photo and short description of yourself to production@northernpictures.com.au

Please note: Being contacted does not guarantee participation. It’s just the first step in discussing the possibility of joining the show.

11/13/2025

If you have concerns about your child's development, we provide FREE assessments to infants and toddlers (birth-3) through California Early Start. If needed, we can offer therapeutic services early enough to support your child’s development and assure your child is off to the best start possible because the sooner we start, the stronger they grow.

Call us at (858) 496-4318 or Exceptional Family Resource Center (EFRC) at (619) 594-7416 to learn more about services.

11/13/2025

Less than one month until our annual craft fair! 🎉 Interested in being a vendor? Sign up today!

Interested in shopping? No registration required. Stop by on the day of and browse the work of the individuals we serve. (Registration is only for vendors).

📍San Diego: Tuesday December 9th, 11am-2pm
SDRC Kearny Mesa Office: 4355 Ruffin Rd. San Diego, CA 92123
Registration: https://tinyurl.com/yyvumak6
📍 Imperial Valley: Thursday December 11th, 4pm-7pm
Registration: https://tinyurl.com/ya872y9w
SDRC El Centro Office: 3095 N. Imperial Ave. El Centro, CA 92243