Generic Services for COVID-19
California’s COVID-19 Rent Relief Program
Learn details of the rent relief program and how to apply…
What you need to know about the Second Economic Impact Payments
Find out how to check the status of your payment and if you are eligible…
Monday Webinar: Q&A on the CA Grants Program
As a measure to continue to reduce the risk of exposure to COVID-19, the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) issued a Directive to regional centers on December 23, 2020 that authorizes regional centers to pay an increased rate of reimbursement for overtime hours for Participant-Directed Respite Service.
Easy to Understand Guide on COVID Vaccines
Vaccines (shots) are one of the tools we have to fight the COVID pandemic.
CA Small Business Covid-19 Relief Grant Program
Details about the COVID relief grant for small businesses in California.
State & Federal Tax Relief for Small Businesses
Tax relief and extensions, loan repayment extensions, access to capital and other business resources.
Education Resources and Guidance for the COVID-19 Pandemic
SCDD’s list of national and state guidance documents related to education as well as some helpful resources for parents and educators…
Resources for Support on Social Security Benefits During COVID
Contact information for local protection and advocacy organizations and programs.
Protecting People from Overpayment or Loss of Benefits During COVID-19
Details on Rep Payees, Subsidies and Special Conditions, IRWE (Impairment Related Work Expenses), Unemployment Insurance Benefits(UI)/PUA/PUC, extra pay and Section 8
My Plan for How I want to Stay Healthy
My Plan for How I Want to Stay Healthy Form is a fillable form created by Claudia Bolton North Star Services and Bill Allen of Allen Shea & Associates. This was created to support individuals to make safe and good decisions in getting back to the community and...
Upcoming Presentation – How Social Security Benefits May be Affected by Stimulus Checks or Unemployment
Will your SSI benefits change?
Young Man with Autism Interviewed on COVID Impact
Derek is a young man who has Autism. He talks about his experience during the stay-at-home order during COVID and its impact. Listen to his interview by Trauma Expert Dr Karyn Harvey, currently working with The Learning Community for Person Centered Practices. Derek...
The California Gatherings Newsletters – Person Centered Thinking (PCT) Resources During COVID-19
Find resources, articles, and best practices, that are aligned with Person Centered Practices and support all people in this time of COVID-19.
Benefits During COVID-19
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR BENEFITS Learn how the additional benefits you might be receiving, as a result of the COVID-19 funding made available through the federal government, can affect the financial benefits you might have been receiving prior to COVID-19. ...
Supported Employment During COVID-19: Resources for Virtual Employment Supports from The ARC
While the pandemic and social distancing rules have made providing supported employment services more difficult for chapters of The Arc and other disability services agencies, there are a few resources and tools that are available to our chapters that will help to...
Quarantining Individuals who are Exposed to COVID-19
Here is a good resource from The ARC with best practices for dealing with people who are exposed to COVID-19.
COVID-19 Resources for Immigrants
TCRC's flyer on resources for immigrant families along with Mixteco resources.
Disaster Relief Assistance for Immigrants (DRAI)
DRAI has had technical difficulties with their phone system in all three counties. New telephone numbers have been added to support incoming calls for the DRAI funds. SLO County: (877) 282-7174 Ventura County: (805)-519-7774 or (805)-256-1001 Santa Barbara County:...
People with DD Allowed Support Person at Hospital
New rule allows one support person to accompany a person with developmental disabilities…
COVID-19 Testing in Ventura County
For general questions about COVID-19 visit www.vcemergency.com or join the County of Ventura on Facebook. You may also call 2-1-1. If you have questions about your symptoms or possible exposure to the virus, your primary care provider is the best person to help you....
Internet Access Resources during COVID-19
The California State Council on Developmental Disabilities (SCDD) has shared information on free and low-cost internet access resources during COVID-19 to help everyone to stay connected. Internet Service Providers Offering COVID-19 Assistance ATT: Call 1-855-220-5211...
COVID-19 Testing in SB County
Testing for COVID-19 now available in SB County…
COVID-19 Testing in SLO County
Should I be Tested? Testing Locations Testing will begin next week and will be available by appointment only, Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. at Paso Robles Veterans Hall, 240 Scott St in Paso Robles, and Ramona Garden Community Center, 993 Ramona Ave in...
Lower Your SoCalGas Bill
For those who may have lost income or are experiencing hardships, SoCalGas has the following Customer Assistance Programs to help with your gas bill: CARE - California Alternate Rates for Energy- Receive a 20% discount on your natural gas bill if you qualify. ESAP -...
Lower Your PG&E Bill
If you have recently lost your job, or even if you are receiving unemployment benefits, you may qualify for a reduced energy rate through PG&E’s CARE or FERA programs. CARE and FERA are PG&E discount programs that help eligible customers pay their energy...
