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Consumers

Who are "Consumers?"

The Department supports over 450,000 individuals who have intellectual and developmental disabilities including cerebral palsy, intellectual disability, autism, epilepsy and related conditions. The programs and resources here are designed to support individuals who have developmental disabilities and help support the families, advocates and professionals who help them achieve their goals.

Family Fee Programs

Regional Center Eligibility & Services

Regional Center Lookup

Self-Determination Program (SDP)

Emergency Preparedness

Lanterman Act

Lived Experience Advisory Group (LEAG)

Consumer-Friendly Publications

Information & Resources

Competitive Integrated Employment (CIE)

Individual Program Planning (IPP)

Information Packet for Consumers & Families

DDS Wellness Toolkit

Consumer Rights, Appeal & Complaints

Lanterman Ombudsperson

SDP Ombudsperson

California Achieving a Better Life Experience (CalABLE)

Aging Inclusion Resources

Conservatorship and Alternatives to Conservatorship

Contact

Mailing Address

P.O. Box 944202
Sacramento, CA 94244-2020

Info: 833-421-0061
Email: info@dds.ca.gov
TTY: 711

Location

1215 O Street
Sacramento, CA 95814

Helpful Resources

Early Start BabyLine Referrals

Info: 800-515-BABY (800-515-2229)
Email: earlystart@dds.ca.gov

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