Here is a step-by-step guide to accessing services at your local regional centers (RC).
Step 1: Prepare for call
A receptionist or intake staff should respond to your call, and they must allow you to apply. You will receive an appointment for your first meeting, which is called an “initial intake”. Visit the following website link and enter your zip code in “Search” to find your local center’s number: dds.ca.gov/rc/lookup-rcs-by-county. After you receive a response from the center, ask for the intake department. You may be asked to fill out an intake form. This form may be physically mailed to you and required to be physically mailed back. You will be asked for who referred you. Usually, this will be a doctors’ note with an assessment or a school who completed an Individualized Education Plan or a transcript that demonstrates concerns. Keep in mind, you can be self-referred! If you have concerns, you can absolutely still reach out.Step 2: Call your local center
When you have your documents ready, here are contact methods for each regional center:| Regional Center (RC) | Phone Number |
|---|---|
| Alta California RC | (916) 978-6400 |
| Central Valley RC | (559) 276-4300 |
| Eastern Los Angeles RC | (626) 299-4700 |
| Far Northern RC | (530) 222-47910 |
| Frank D. Lanterman RC | (213) 383-1300 |
| Golden Gate RC | (415) 546-9222 |
| Harbor RC | (310) 540-1711 |
| Inland RC | (909) 890-3000 |
| Kern RC | (661) 327-8531 |
| North Bay RC | (707) 256-1100 |
| Redwood Coast RC | (707) 445-0893 |
| RC of East Bay | (510) 618-6100 |
| RC of Orange County | (714) 796-5100 |
| San Andreas RC | (408) 374-9960 |
| San Diego RC | (858) 576-2996 |
| San Gabriel/Pomona RC | (909) 620-7722 |
| South Central LA RC | (213) 744-7000 |
| Tri Counties RC | (805) 962-7881 |
| Valley Mountain RC | (209) 473-0951 |
| Westside RC | (310) 258-40000 |
| North LA County RC | (818) 778-1900 |