Serving the California Special Needs Community

Every Special Needs Individual
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The free California directory of special needs resources. Discover programs, activities, therapy providers, and local businesses that enrich the lives of individuals with special needs, right in your community.

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What Families Can Access

Programs and Activities for Individuals with Special Needs in California

Through local businesses, California Regional Centers, and the Self-Determination Program, individuals with special needs can access a wide range of services that make a real difference every day.

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Recreational Activities

Dance, swimming, horseback riding, fitness and more, designed for individuals of all ability levels.

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Creative Arts

Art, music, dancing, acting, voice and more, building confidence, communication, and self-expression.

Sports

Soccer, baseball, basketball, pickleball, volleyball, bowling and more through inclusive teams and leagues.

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Independent Living Skills

Safety, individual and group learning, cooking, housekeeping, social skills and more for greater independence.

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Educational Support

Specialized tutoring and academic support, plus specialized schools tailored to individual learning styles.

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Therapy

Speech, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy by certified and licensed specialists.

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Family Advocacy & Law

Legal guidance, IEP support, and special education law professionals protecting the rights of every individual.

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Medical & Wellness

Physicians, dentists, and mental health professionals experienced in serving individuals with special needs.

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Transportation

Services that help with transporting individuals with special needs to appointments, programs, and activities.

Funding & Support

California Regional Centers and the Self-Determination Program

California Regional Centers serve individuals with developmental disabilities across the state, connecting families with funded services and approved providers. Through the Self-Determination Program (SDP), individuals and their families gain the freedom to choose their own services, providers, and how their budget is spent.

Many of the programs in our directory, from recreational activities and adaptive sports to independent living skills and creative arts, can be funded through SDP when tied to goals in a person-centered plan. Our complete guide walks you through eligibility, enrollment, and what SDP funds can cover.

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Regional Centers in California
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Family-Directed Under SDP
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SDP Available Statewide
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Connect service plan goals with real local providers ready to serve individuals with special needs.

Where We Serve

Special Needs Resources Across California

We launched in the Inland Empire and are growing across Southern California and the entire state. New programs, providers, and regions are added regularly.

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions About Special Needs Resources in California

Yes. Searching the Special Needs Sources directory is completely free for families and individuals, always. Browse programs, activities, and providers across California at no cost.
The directory includes recreational activities like dance, swimming, and horseback riding, creative arts programs, adaptive sports, independent living skills (ILS) programs, educational support and specialized tutoring, speech and occupational therapy, ABA therapy, family advocacy and special education law resources, and medical and wellness professionals serving individuals with special needs.
Many activities in our directory, including recreational programs, sports, creative arts, and independent living skills training, can be funded through California’s Self-Determination Program when they are tied to goals in a person-centered plan. Visit our Learn More page for a complete guide to the SDP and California Regional Centers.
We launched in the Inland Empire, serving Riverside and San Bernardino counties, and are expanding across Southern California and the entire state, including Los Angeles, Orange County, and San Diego.
California has 21 Regional Centers serving individuals with developmental disabilities. Our Learn More page explains eligibility, how to apply, and how the Self-Determination Program gives families more control over services and providers.
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