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Community of Practice: Deep Dive
In partnership with Helen Sanderson Associates USA, Harbor Regional Center invites you to attend our Community of Practice (CoP). The Harbor CoP is a safe space to explore person-centered practices and the Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) quality standards. For the September through November 2025 quarter of the CoP, we will take a closer look…
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Saturday Speaker Series
The Saturday Speaker Series offers presentations that cover topics that are of relevance to all of our families and service providers. They are presented by Harbor staff who have a wealth of knowledge and experience in their areas of expertise. Presentations are scheduled on Saturday mornings for the convenience of self-advocates, families and service providers. …
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Saturday Speaker Series
The Saturday Speaker Series offers presentations that cover topics that are of relevance to all of our families and service providers. They are presented by Harbor staff who have a wealth of knowledge and experience in their areas of expertise. Presentations are scheduled on Saturday mornings for the convenience of self-advocates, families and service providers. …
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Email Basics Program
Harbor Regional Center collaboration with the City of Torrance Public Library A hands-on practice for individuals served by Harbor Regional Center and their families. Registration is required and space is limited. Presented in English with Spanish interpretation. Eventy Flyer English Event Flyer Spanish Event Flyer Khmer Event Flyer Japanese Event Flyer Vietnamese Event Flyer Traditional…
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Places To Live: An Orientation to Alternative Living Arrangements
This orientation is intended for families of individuals receiving services of all ages who are considering moving out of the family home into a different kind of living arrangement. We present this session as the first formal step towards that move. In this orientation, we will: Review options that exist for family members who need…
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Learning About Benefits: In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) Overview
Presented by Harbor’s Benefits Specialist This workshop will focus on an important in-home support available through the Medi-Cal program and run by Los Angeles County for individuals served. Learn about IHSS eligibility, how support hours are determined, how to prepare for an appointment with your IHSS worker, who may become a certified IHSS provider, and…
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Learning About Benefits: More About In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) and Program Updates including Medi-Cal
Presented by Harbor Regional Center’s Benefits Specialist This workshop will review program eligibility and updates for IHSS and Medi-Cal. There will be discussion on how to apply for these programs, including what supporting documentation is needed. We will also review how to prepare for the IHSS home visit assessment, the Notice of Action decision and…
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Learning About Benefits: Supplemental Security Income (SSI) for Children & Adults with Developmental Disabilities
Presented by Harbor Regional Center’s Benefits Specialist This workshop will focus on an important financial support for someone who receives services through the regional center, Supplemental Security Income, or SSI. The presentation will include information about the SSI program, eligibility criteria, and benefits. Disability benefits, survivor’s benefits, dependent benefits, and their effect on SSI will…
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Saving Money Without Losing Benefits: The ABLE Act and CalABLE
Presented by CalABLE and Harbor Regional Center’s Benefits Specialist, Cori Reifman This workshop will include the following information: Background: Why ABLE was created Review of the CalABLE program, including how accounts work and the eligibility requirements An overview of investment options and fees for CalABLE accounts How CalABLE works with Special Needs Trusts Other Benefits…
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Self Determination Program Orientation (English)
The Self Determination Program (SDP) provides flexibility on who provides services and how services are provided. This orientation is presented by the Participant Choice Specialists and is designed to help you learn about this non-traditional service model and understand the process in order to participate in SDP. Orientation sessions are scheduled monthly in English and Spanish.
