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Intellectual & Developmental Disability Services in California

At Redwood Family Care Network, we provide compassionate, person-centered services that empower individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live meaningful, connected lives.

Whether you're seeking support for a child, navigating a transition into adulthood, exploring services for yourself or a loved one, or looking for crisis support and stabilization services, our team is here to help.

Person-Centered Disability Services Across California

We are proud to support individuals and families throughout California with services designed to promote independence, inclusion, stability, and quality of life. Our programs are tailored to meet people where they are, both in their homes and communities, and throughout every stage of life.

Our local teams work closely with individuals, families, caregivers, Regional Centers, and community partners to create personalized support plans that reflect each person's goals, strengths, and unique needs.

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Our Brands in California

Across California, Redwood Family Care Network delivers services through a family of trusted local programs. United by a shared mission and commitment to person-centered support, our teams provide high-quality services that promote independence, choice, community inclusion, and meaningful opportunities for every individual we serve. Combining the strength of a statewide network with the relationships and expertise of local teams, we provide person-centered supports that help individuals thrive in their homes, workplaces, and communities.

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Services & Programs Available in California

Our California services are focused on supporting the unique goals, strengths, and needs of each individual while helping families navigate every stage of the journey.

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Residential & Home Support

Personalized residential and home-based services that help individuals live safely, comfortably, and as independently as possible while remaining connected to their communities.

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Day & Community Programs

Programs focused on skill development, community participation, social engagement, recreation, and personal growth.

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Crisis & Behavioral Support

Specialized crisis intervention, prevention, stabilization, and behavioral support services designed to help individuals remain safely in their homes and communities while reducing the likelihood of future crises.

Who We Support in California

Our California programs support individuals across a variety of life stages and circumstances, including:

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Children

Supporting developmental growth, family stability, and early opportunities for success.

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Transition Age Youth

Helping young adults build skills, increase independence, and prepare for adult services, employment, and community living.

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Adults

Providing individualized supports that promote independence, meaningful relationships, and community connection.

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Seniors

Delivering compassionate support that helps individuals maintain quality of life, dignity, and engagement as they age.

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Veterans

Offering person-centered services that support community integration, stability, and overall well-being.

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Seniors

Delivering compassionate support that helps individuals maintain quality of life, dignity, and engagement as they age.

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Veterans

Offering person-centered services that support community integration, stability, and overall well-being.

Family Support Services

Families and caregivers play a vital role in every individual's success. Our California team provides guidance, advocacy, and resources that help families confidently navigate available services and supports.

Family Advocacy & Navigation

Helping families understand available services, assessments, eligibility requirements, and support options while advocating for person-centered outcomes.

Service & Resource Education

Providing education about developmental disability services, community resources, medical providers, behavioral health services, and California-specific regulations.

Respite Services

Offering respite options that give caregivers time to rest, recharge, and maintain their own wellbeing while ensuring their loved one continues receiving quality support.

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Education & Resources for California Families

Redwood partners with California Regional Centers to provide crisis prevention, crisis intervention, behavioral support, and stabilization services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and co-occurring challenges.

Department of Developmental Services

The California Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is the state agency responsible for overseeing services and supports for children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Working in partnership with California's network of regional centers, DDS helps ensure individuals have access to the resources they need to live safe, healthy, and meaningful lives while exercising choice and independence.

Our Partnership with DDS

Redwood Family Care Network proudly partners with the California Department of Developmental Services and local regional centers to provide person-centered services that promote independence, community inclusion, health, and quality of life. Together, we develop individualized supports based on each person's unique goals, strengths, and needs, ensuring services are delivered with dignity, respect, and in alignment with California's Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) principles.

This partnership allows us to work collaboratively with individuals, families, service coordinators, and interdisciplinary teams to create opportunities for growth, meaningful relationships, employment, community participation, and lifelong success.

Regional Centers

California's Regional Centers are nonprofit organizations that coordinate services and supports for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Contracted by the California Department of Developmental Services (DDS), each Regional Center serves a specific geographic area and works closely with individuals and families to identify needs, develop an Individual Program Plan (IPP), and connect people with community-based services that promote independence and inclusion.

Our Partnership with Regional Centers

Redwood Family Care Network works in close partnership with Regional Centers throughout California to deliver individualized, person-centered services that help people achieve their goals and live fulfilling lives. Together, we collaborate with individuals, families, service coordinators, and interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement supports that reflect each person's unique strengths, preferences, and aspirations.

Through ongoing communication, coordinated care planning, and a shared commitment to quality outcomes, we ensure services remain responsive to changing needs while promoting health, safety, independence, and meaningful participation in home and community life. Our partnership is built on a common goal: empowering every individual to live a life of choice, opportunity, and belonging.

Community Care Licensing (CCLD)

The California Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD), part of the California Department of Social Services (CDSS), licenses and regulates residential care facilities to help ensure individuals receive safe, high-quality services in supportive environments. Through licensing, routine inspections, complaint investigations, and regulatory oversight, CCLD helps protect the health, safety, personal rights, and well-being of those receiving care.

Our Partnership with Community Care Licensing

Redwood Family Care Network partners closely with Community Care Licensing to maintain safe, compliant, and high-quality residential programs. We view licensing as a collaborative partner in continuous quality improvement, working proactively to meet and exceed regulatory standards while fostering environments where individuals can thrive.

Through ongoing communication, staff training, quality assurance, and a commitment to best practices, we strive to provide homes that are safe, person-centered, and focused on dignity, choice, and independence.

Behavioral Health Services

Redwood Family Care Network partners with the individual’s community based physicians, psychiatrists, psychologists, nurse practitioners, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure individuals receive coordinated, person-centered care that supports both their physical and behavioral health. We recognize that navigating the healthcare and mental health systems can be complex, and our role is to help individuals and their support teams access the right services at the right time.

A Collaborative Approach

We believe the best outcomes are achieved through strong partnerships. By working collaboratively with medical providers, county behavioral health departments, community mental health agencies, regional centers, and other community partners, we help ensure individuals receive coordinated, comprehensive care that promotes stability, wellness, independence, and an improved quality of life.

Our goal is to help every individual successfully navigate the healthcare system while building the supports and skills needed to live healthy, fulfilling lives.

Medicaid-funded support programs

Many of Redwood Family Care Network's services are funded through Medicaid programs that help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities access the long-term services and supports they need to live safely and successfully in their homes and communities. These programs are designed to promote independence, community inclusion, health, and personal choice while reducing the need for institutional care.

Because Medicaid programs vary by state, Redwood partners with state agencies, managed care organizations, and local funding entities to ensure individuals receive the services they are eligible for and that supports are delivered in accordance with program requirements.

Our Partnership with Medicaid Programs

Redwood Family Care Network works closely with Medicaid agencies, managed care plans, regional centers, case managers, and other community partners to coordinate high-quality, person-centered services. Our teams help ensure supports are aligned with each individual's assessed needs, goals, and funding authorizations while maintaining compliance with state and federal requirements.

How We Support Individuals

Our staff assist individuals and their support teams by:

  • Coordinating services authorized through Medicaid-funded programs.
  • Collaborating with care managers, service coordinators, and healthcare providers to develop and implement individualized support plans.
  • Helping individuals access community-based services that promote independence, employment, education, and community participation.
  • Coordinating transitions between services and levels of care when needs change.
  • Monitoring progress and adjusting supports in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
  • Promoting person-centered planning, informed choice, and self-determination.
  • Helping individuals and families understand available services and how to access community resources.

Through these partnerships, Redwood helps individuals maximize the benefits available through Medicaid-funded programs while focusing on what matters most—living healthy, meaningful, and self-directed lives in their communities.

Person-Centered Service Planning

Advocating for services that align with an individual's goals, strengths, preferences, and long-term needs through active participation in the Person-Centered Plan (PCP) process.

Ongoing Advocacy & Support

Helping individuals and families resolve challenges, coordinate services, access resources, and navigate changes in care needs over time.

Understanding the California Disability Services Journey

Many services in California are accessed through the state's network of Regional Centers, which help individuals and families connect with available supports and resources.

Step 1

Connect with Your Regional Center

Step 2

Request Services & Submit a Referral

Step 3

Initial Outreach & Assessment

Step 4

Service Planning & Coordination

Step 5

Begin Services & Ongoing Support

Individuals or members of their support network can contact their local Regional Center to discuss available services and determine eligibility.

A Regional Center representative will help guide the individual through the intake and referral process.

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Once services are identified, the Regional Center may submit a referral to qualified providers that can meet the individual's support needs.

Referrals are based on the individual's goals, challenges, and person-centered service plan.

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After receiving a referral, Redwood's team will typically contact the individual, family member, or circle of support within 24 hours or the next business day.

This allows us to better understand the individual's needs, discuss available services, and determine how we can best provide support.

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Our team collaborates with the individual, family members, Regional Center staff, and other support providers to develop a personalized plan focused on stability, safety, independence, and quality of life.

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Once services begin, Redwood continues to provide ongoing support, intervention, advocacy, and care coordination while helping individuals work toward their goals and maintain meaningful connections within their communities.

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Funding & Payment for Services in California

Many services in California are funded through Regional Centers and other state-supported programs designed to help individuals access needed supports.

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Regional Center Funding

Most services are authorized through Regional Centers and reimbursed through their Purchase of Service (POS) departments based on approved service plans and individual needs.

Funding and service authorizations are designed to support individualized, person-centered care and ensure individuals receive the services that best meet their goals.

Private-Pay Services

In some situations, families may choose to privately fund certain residential or support services based on their individual circumstances and needs.

Our team can help individuals and families better understand available funding options and service pathways.

Self-Determination Program (SDP)

The Self-Determination Program (SDP) is a voluntary alternative to the traditional Regional Center service delivery model that gives individuals and families greater choice and control over how their Regional Center funding is used. Participants receive an individualized budget and have the flexibility to select the services, supports, and providers that best meet their unique goals and preferences.

Redwood Family Care Network is proud to partner with individuals and families participating in the Self-Determination Program by providing high-quality, person-centered services tailored to each person's vision for their life. Our team works collaboratively with participants, Independent Facilitators, Financial Management Services (FMS) providers, and Regional Centers to ensure services are coordinated, responsive, and aligned with each individual's self-directed plan.

Understanding Your Funding Options

Choosing the right funding pathway can feel overwhelming. Our experienced team is available to help individuals and families understand available funding sources, navigate the service authorization process, and connect with the resources needed to begin receiving services.

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