Events & Calendar

Overview
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Your feedback can shape the Early Start workforce!

The California Policy Center for Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (CPCIDD) is a non-partisan, non-profit policy center established to conduct research and identify best practices that inform, support, and improve upon statewide policies that impact the lives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in California. It is in the final stages of completing their report and need family participation in completing their survey and/or participating in focus groups.

Community Event

Inclusive Playdates

Join Access Leisure at the Universal Universe playground for an inclusive playdate available to youth of all abilities, ages 3-12! The playdates occur on a monthly basis from June – August.

Community Event

Pathways at Playzeum

Pathways at Playzeum is a free bi-weekly program from 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm designed to support families of all abilities through learning, connection, and sensory friendly play. Each session begins with a 30-minute guest speaker presentation featuring specialist in child development, disability supports, wellness, and education. Families then enjoy 90-minutes of inclusive museum play support by trained facilitators who are familiar with a wide range of developmental and sensory needs. 

Cultural Diversity

Sacramento Juneteenth Festival

Join Sacramento Juneteenth for their 23rd Annual Juneteenth Festival on Friday, June 19, 2026, from 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm and Saturday, June 20, 2026, beginning at 9:00 am!

Friday’s event will feature a “Gospel Under the Stars.” Saturday’s festival will include two stages of live entertainment, Juneteenth Parade, health and wellness row, arts and educational theater, community soldier awards presentation, kids’ area, over 80 vendors, presentations by the major and city council, and much more!

Alta Sponsored Event

New Client Orientation

New Client Orientation

Welcome to Alta California Regional Center (ACRC)! If you are a brand-new client or family member to the regional center, you are invited to attend an orientation on ACRC Services and Supports. Join us to:

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Client Appreciation Day

Hosted by Family Care Support Services

A colorful flyer in blue, green, magenta, and yellow promoting a Client appreciation event that provides information on the date and activities.Clients are invited to attend an appreciation day hosted by Family Care Support Services on Sunday, June 28, 2026, from 10:00 am – 1:00 pm! Enjoy pizza, ice cream, waterpark, art activities, and more. 

RSVP is required by June 14. Text (530) 746-2081 to submit your RSVP. 

Please bring your own towels. 

Address: Central Park
401 C St., Davis, CA 95616

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Self-Determination Advisory Committee (SDAC) Meeting

The Self-Determination Advisory Committee (SDAC) plays an important role in the implementation and oversight of the Self Determination Program. Alta California Regional Center (ACRC) and the SDAC work collaboratively to prioritize the use of implementation funds to meet the needs of participants in our catchment area. SDAC membership is comprised of clients, family members and community members appointed by ACRC and the State Council on Developmental Disabilities.

Alta Sponsored Event

Community Meetings

Join Alta California Regional Center for a Community Meeting taking place on a quarterly basis! These meetings are open to clients, families, and the community at large as an opportunity to learn about regional center activities and initiatives, as well as to provide an opportunity for public input. 

Registration not required. Meeting links available below. 

Spanish and ASL interpretation will be provided.

Alta Sponsored Event

South Lake Tahoe Community Meetings

Join Alta California Regional Center for a South Lake Tahoe Community Meeting taking place on a quarterly basis! These meetings are open to South Lake Tahoe clients, families, and the community at large as an opportunity to learn about regional center activities and initiatives, as well as to provide an opportunity for public input. 

Registration not required. Meeting links available below.

Alta Sponsored Event

Supported Decision Making (SDM) Training for Clients and Families

Clients and families are invited to participate in a virtual Supported Decision Making (SDM) Training. Supported Decision-Making is a process that allows adults with disabilities to make choices about their own lives with support from a team of people they choose. Individuals with disabilities choose people they know and trust to be part of a support network to help with decision-making.

Here is a copy of the SDM PowerPoint for 2026.
Here is a blank copy of the Supported Decision Making (SDM) Agreement.

Trainings

Self-Determination Program Orientation

Department of Developmental Services (DDS) has partnered with State Council on Developmental Disabilities (SCDD) to provide a statewide orientation and training to all participants and families who are interested in participating in the Self-Determination Program (SDP). The Statewide Self-Determination Program Orientation is offered in two parts. Each part is two hours. You must complete both parts before beginning the SDP transition.

Part A includes:

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REACh Sunrise Support Groups

Resources, Education, and Advocacy for Children

REACh sponsors support groups for families of children with special needs. Their support groups are designed to help families connect with other caregivers in similar situations. Families with children of all ages and abilities are welcome. 

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Coffee with Community Services

Service Providers are welcome to join us every Friday from 11:00 am – 12:00 pm for Coffee with Community Services!

Join the meeting with this link. 
Meeting number: 852 1101 1300
Passcode: 649515

Join by phone
1 669 444 9171 US United States