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- This page lists other groups that help families.
- The Regional Center helps people with developmental disabilities.
- Disability Rights California helps with your rights. It is free.
- SSI and IHSS can help with money and with care at home.
- Need help finding something? Call us at 925-404-7232.
The rest of this page has more details.
Home / Family Resources
Family resources
Where families turn for help.
These are the organizations we point families to most often. They're independent of Enoama, and many are free.
Regional Center & state services
Regional Center of the East Bay
Coordinates services for people with developmental disabilities in Alameda and Contra Costa Counties.
California Department of Developmental Services
The state department that funds and oversees regional centers and the services they purchase.
Self-Determination Program
An option that gives people more control over choosing their own services and supports.
Rights & advocacy
Disability Rights California
Free legal help and information about disability rights.
disabilityrightsca.org (opens in a new tab) · 1-800-776-5746
Clients' Rights Advocate for RCEB
Independent help with rights questions for Regional Center of the East Bay clients.
Office of Clients' Rights Advocacy (opens in a new tab) · 510-267-1280
State Council on Developmental Disabilities, Bay Area
Advocacy, training, and help navigating services in the Bay Area.
Benefits & everyday life
Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
Monthly income support for adults with disabilities who have limited income.
In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)
Help paying for in-home care so people can stay safely in their own homes.
Clipper Access Discount Card
Reduced transit fares on BART, AC Transit, County Connection, and other Bay Area systems for people with disabilities.
Need something you don't see here? Call us at 925-404-7232. If we can't help, we'll do our best to point you to someone who can. For concerns about your rights or safety, see Your Rights & Concerns.
Take the first step
Ready to refer someone, or to learn more?
Whether you're a Regional Center service coordinator, a family member, or an individual exploring services for yourself, we'd be glad to hear from you. We respond within two business days.