Serving individuals and their families in San Diego and Imperial Counties.
Our Mission
To serve and empower persons with developmental disabilities and their families to achieve their goals with community partners.
Discover how we can make a positive difference in your life.
Individuals & Families
We are here to support you and your family with a wide range of services and opportunities.
Our goal is to help you reach your full potential and be actively involved in your community, at school, at work, and in everyday activities.
Our programs and services are based on the age, desires, and needs of the individual.
+ infants & toddlers
Serving children from birth to 36 months. “California Early Start” is an early intervention program designed to ensure that eligible infants and toddlers receive evaluation and assessment early enough to make a difference in their development.
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+ school age
Serving children age 3 and up.
During the last six months of your child’s Early Start program, there may be decisions you need to make for your child’s continued success and development.
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+ transition age
Supporting adolescents transitioning out of school into adulthood. The transition to adulthood signifies an exciting phase filled with new opportunities. We strongly encourage you to start thinking about the transition process by the age of 14, well before it’s time to leave school.
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+ adults
Serving individuals 18 and older. Turning 18 is a significant milestone that often raises questions about the responsibilities of adulthood. At SDRC, we are here to provide support as individuals navigate the transition into adulthood and throughout the various phases of their lives.
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service providers
We value our partnership with service providers who are committed to giving individuals with developmental disabilities and families the support they need.
Our providers help people become more independent, feel cared for, and enjoy a better quality of life. Their work supports individuals in making choices, reaching their goals, and living a meaningful life.
News & Events
Explore our calendar of events to stay informed about the latest happenings at SDRC and opportunities from our community partners.
Stay connected with news and information that can positively impact your experience with SDRC and the broader community.
We will keep you updated on the latest news from the Department of Developmental Services (DDS), legislators, the Association of Regional Center Agencies (ARCA), and more.
Get important updates from SDRC’s new text messaging service. Learn more.
Careers
Build your career with us!
This is more than a job – it’s meaningful work where language, culture, and compassion make a real difference.
Explore our fantastic perks and benefits package like:
15 vacation days / 10 days of sick leave / 12 annual holidays / Flexible work schedules and more!
We value our teams and strive to provide a comprehensive benefits
package that supports both personal and professional well-being.
About Us
The San Diego Regional Center helps people with developmental and intellectual disabilities and their families get the support they need in San Diego and Imperial Counties. It connects people to services, information, and community resources that can help with daily life, health, learning, work, and independence. The center makes a real difference by helping each person build skills, make choices, reach goals, and feel included in their community. Through this support, individuals and families can have a better quality of life and feel more confident about the future.
Key partners of the regional center system
State Council on Developmental Disabilities (SCDD)
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.
Learn more at https://scdd.ca.gov
Department of Developmental Services (DDS)
DDS works to ensure Californians with developmental disabilities have the opportunity to make choices and lead independent, productive lives as members of their communities in the least restrictive setting possible.
Learn more at https://www.dds.ca.gov
Association of Regional Center Agencies (ARCA)
The mission of ARCA is to promote, support, and advance regional centers in fulfilling the purpose and mandate of the Lanterman Developmental Disabilities Services Act.
Learn more at https://www.arcanet.org
Persons with developmental disabilities will live productive and satisfying lives as valued members of their communities
