What is Alta California Regional Center?

Overview

Alta California Regional Center (ACRC) is a private, non-profit corporation working under contract with the State of California, Department of Developmental Services, to provide services to persons, age three and above, with a developmental disability pursuant to the Lanterman Act.

ACRC also provides services to infants and toddlers, between birth and 36 months, who have a need for early intervention services and who meet the eligibility criteria for the California Early Start program.

Mission, Vision & Values

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Mission, Vision & Values

Alta’s Mission, Vision and Values are important in how we provide services to our clients and community.

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History of Regional Centers

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History of Regional Centers & the Lanterman Act

In California, as in other states, large institutions dominated the service system for people with developmental disabilities through the first half of the 20th century.  Public-funded community services were limited, and out-of-home care in large public and private institutions was typically the only service option available. 

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Regional Center Funding

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Regional Center Funding

Alta California Regional Center (ACRC), like all regional centers, is funded by the state of California, specifically through the State Department of Developmental Services (DDS). ACRC is a private-nonprofit corporation which operates under an annual contract with the DDS. All of the regional center funds come from your tax dollars.

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