Resources

Here are some useful links related to education, advocacy, and support services: 

San Diego Regional Center (SDRC)- Regional centers are nonprofit organizations in California that provide services and support to individuals with developmental disabilities and their families, helping them access resources, services, and advocacy in their communities. 

Council for Exceptional Children (CEC)  - Provides resources, support, and advocacy for special education professionals and families. 

San Diego County Office Of Education: Details about special education programs and services in the region. 

Center for Parent Information and Resources (CPIR) - Offers resources on special education rights, IEPs, and local parent centers. 

Exceptional Family Resource Center (FRC) - In California, Early Start Family Resource Centers are part of the Early Start Program. Staffed by families of children with special needs, family resource centers offer parent-to-parent support and help parents, families, and children locate and use needed services. They offer support services and resources in many languages, which may include newsletters, resource libraries, websites, parent-to-parent groups, sibling support groups, warmlines, and information and referral for parents and professionals. 

San Diego County Resources - List of Helpful sites for families of students with Disabilities.