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The Laws Changing Life for Californians with Disabilities

If you’re caring for someone with a disability—or living with one yourself—you already know how much policy shapes real life....

The Siblings We Don’t Talk About: Growing Up Alongside Disability

There’s a group of people in the disability community who are almost always present, deeply impacted, and rarely centered in...

The Real Impact of a Live-In IHSS Provider

There’s a moment that happens in a lot of homes I work with that doesn’t get talked about enough. It’s...

IHSS Appeal Help: Hire an Advocate or Represent Yourself?

Appealing a denial or reduction of IHSS (In-Home Supportive Services) hours—especially something as critical as Protective Supervision—can feel overwhelming. The...

Alta California Regional Center: Rich History of Support

For families navigating developmental disability services in Northern California, the Alta California Regional Center (ACRC) plays a vital role in...

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