Information & Referral Sources

Conejo Free Clinic – Dental Clinic
Description

Patients will be seen by appointment only. Treatments will include cleanings, fillings, pediatric dentistry, restorative and other specialty care for the elderly, vouchered specialist care and prevention education. An innovative continuity of care philosophy will strongly encourage follow-up appointments and self-care.

This milestone is being made possible because of an extraordinary group of practicing and retired dental professionals who are giving their skills and personal time, all free of charge. It is an all-volunteer team of dentists, dental hygienists, voucher program dental specialists and support staff, the same volunteer patient care delivery model that our Medical Clinic has operated on since 1976.

Equally key to our Dental Clinic’s creation, is the generous support of our project donors: Conejo Free Clinic Board of Directors, Community Conscience, Thousand Oaks Rotary Club/Rotary International Foundation, Greater Conejo Valley Community Foundation, Soroptimist of the Conejo and many others.
For an appointment please call (805) 328-3100.
We are looking for volunteer receptionists, dental assistants, hygienists, and dentists.

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Know IEPs? – Individualized Education Plan
Description

The Individualized Educational Plan (IEPs) is a legally binding document/plan, developed to ensure that a child who has a disability identified under the IDEA law and is attending an elementary or secondary educational institution receives specialized instruction and related services.

This is key to an individual's success at school.

No parent wants to experience confrontation or discord, especially at a time that is supposed to be positive; a time meant for supporting and encouraging your child. Dr. Pelangka works to establish a positive collaborative relationship between the family and the school district; however, in the event parents’ rights are in question, Dr. Pelangka will afford parents a voice. Dr. Pelangka accompanies families to their IEP/504 Plan meetings, however most importantly, Dr. Pelangka informs and educates families on their rights, providing them with the invaluable information they can take with them for years to come.

Free 15-Minute Consultation
Interested in seeing if Know IEPs? is the right service for you? Let’s talk and at the end of the 15 minutes, you can decide. If so, we can discuss next steps! Know IEPs? understands finances can be a challenge. Don’t let this stop you from pursuing needed supports for your child. Take advantage of the free 15-minute consultation.

Website: www.knowieps.com    Email: DrPelangka@knowIEPs.com

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Rainbow Connection Family Resource Center
Description

E-mail sign-up list to learn current information, resources, support and parent training on a variety of topics related to special needs individuals and family support. Free Workshops, Lending Library, Support Groups

Email: rainbow@tri-counties.org

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State Council on Developmental Disabilities (SCDD) _Central Coast – Area 9
Description

SCDD - provides oversight and complaint resolution regarding Tri-Counties Regional Center

The State Council on Developmental Disabilities (SCDD) is established by state and federal law as an independent state agency to ensure that people with developmental disabilities and their families receive the services and supports they need.

Consumers know best what supports and services they need to live independently and to actively participate in their communities. Through advocacy, capacity building and systemic change, SCDD works to achieve a consumer and family-based system of individualized services, supports, and other assistance.
What Regional Offices Do:
Help connect people to needed services and supports  

Provides information about available services and supports
Informs people about their rights and how to be their own advocate
Advises people on their appeal rights if a service they need is denied

Strive to improve services and supports 

Review policies and practices of publicly funded agencies
Identify the types of services and supports that are needed but not available
Monitor legislation significant to individuals with developmental disabilities

Help people become part of their communities 

Encourage and assist citizen advocacy organizations
Educate the public about disabilities and the importance of full inclusion of individuals with disabilities in the community

Central Coast 
Monterey, San Benito, Santa Clara, Santa Cruz,San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, Ventura
2580 North First Street, Suite 240
San Jose, CA 95131
Phone: (408) 324-2106
Fax: (408) 324-2108
Email:  centralcoast@scdd.ca.gov

Terri Hilliard-Olson, Esq.
Description

Special Needs Planning

Their team has the unique ability to help families everyday with special needs trusts, long-term and home care/elder care planning.

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