TransparencyJacquelyn
In Celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month
Jacquelyn is an artist who likes
drawing, ceramics, and anything that involves the creative
process. She discovered her love of drawing in high school when
she took some art classes. Jacquelyn primarily focuses on drawing
anime and loves to share her work with her family. When she isn’t
drawing, Jacquelyn enjoys watching romance anime, playing video
games, and hanging out with her family.
Maria
In Celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month
For Maria, Hispanic Heritage Month is
important because she can celebrate with her family and friends.
As a Mexican, Maria values her culture and finds enjoyment in the
food, community, and dance. Her family frequently comes together
to host parties, and Maria takes the opportunity to dance the
entire time.
Russell Celebrates Retiring
Russell recently retired from
his job at McDonalds after 27 years. He started working there in
April of 1998, and during his last week of work, McDonalds threw
him a retirement party. Russell enjoyed working and
talking with his coworkers and the customers that came in.
Russell’s Manager and SEP worker said that Russell was punctual,
completed his job and was always ready to help where
needed. He liked washing dishes and talking about
the news with customers when he cleaned the dining room.
Chris
for Direct Support Professional Recognition Week
Chris is a Tailored Day Services
provider and Empowered Parenting Program (EPP) Trainer for
On My Own Independent Living
Services since 2023. He is recognized for his outstanding
commitment, compassion, and bravery. Chris’s team describes him
as someone who goes above and beyond his role. He is always
willing to step in whenever needed and continually demonstrates
unwavering dedication to the individuals with disabilities
he serves.
Nicole
for Direct Support Professional Recognition Week
Nicole has worked at On My Own
Independent Living Services since July 2020 as an ILS Skills
Trainer. She has a natural way of connecting with clients and
meeting them where they’re at. She adapts to each person’s needs
and creates an environment that really helps them grow and become
more independent. On top of providing great direct support, she’s
a strong advocate and works with Service Coordinators and
families to ensure clients are supported.
Igor
Proud Employee
Igor has made quite an impact on the
employees of his workplace, Shaft’s Cheese and Co. They consider
him a ball of light and exclaim with praise ringing in their
voices, “Igor is the man!” Since he began working at Shaft’s in
June 2025, Igor has made it a mission to improve his production
and achieve his goals. In August 2025, Igor was awarded Employee
of the Month for his fantastic work effort, astounding production
speed, and positive demeanor. As a prize for his honor, Igor
received a gift card.
Jacob
Digital Designer
Jacob is a California State
University, Sacramento graduate who received a Bachelor’s in Arts
degree in Design Studies. When he first started at Sacramento
City College in 2016, he was uncertain of what path to take.
Jacob decided it was a time of exploration and used it as an
opportunity to discover what his interests are before he decided
to pursue a specific career.
Piper
in celebration of Pride Month
Piper is a proud member of the
LGBTQIA+ community. As a child, she realized she was a part of
the community since she was born, but her identity really started
to become clear as a teenager. At 14, Piper recognized she is
gay, then at 18, Piper realized she is trans. These moments are
when she understood her identity felt very normal for her, like
breathing. At 27 years old, Piper stands proud in her identity.
Pride month is important for her because it celebrates the rights
of the LGBTQIA+ community, and this is something she doesn’t take
for granted.
Yinneboma
Actor and Animator
Yinneboma is a multifaceted creative
person with a passion for his community. Since the age of four
years old, Yinneboma has displayed his creative abilities through
acting and animation. He is a passionate person who advocates for
inclusion in all aspects of life.
Peter
Redwood SEED Scholar
Peter is a community-minded person
who was one of the 13 students to be accepted into the Redwood
SEED Scholars program (Supported Education to Elevate Diversity).
The program is conducted through the University of California,
Davis (UC Davis) and is an opportunity for students with
intellectual disabilities to participate in a four-year
non-degree program that focuses on academics, social inclusion,
health and wellness, residential living and employment.
Aspen
Filmmaker
Aspen began taking interest in film
in October 2024 after she started at her day program, Futures Explored. But in
January 2025, she fell in love with it and is now pursuing it as
a full-time career and has goals to improve her filming and
expand her network to achieve her career dreams.
Justin
in recognition of Autism Acceptance Month
When Justin’s father died in
2023, the loss resulted in regression to some previous behaviors.
He was grieving the loss of someone who was very important and
close to him, and it was difficult for him to find ways to cope
because he is non-verbal and couldn’t express his discontent. He
became much more violent, impatient, and struggled with any
person being within feet of him.
Ana
Ana is a hard worker whose enchanting
smile and peppy personality make people gravitate to her. She has
worked with RL Liquidators for five years, obtained through
PRIDE Industries.
During her time, she has shown an exemplary work ethic and
fosters relationships to create a welcoming work environment.
How Mansoor and His Family Observe Ramadan
Mansoor and his family look forward
to observing Ramadan every year. As a father to a client of
Alta California Regional Center, Mansoor instills his culture in
the lives of his children and helps them find their journey with
Islam. Ramadan is a month of fasting, and its beginning depends
on the Islamic calendar’s sighting of the crescent moon. For
2025, Ramadan begins March 1, but its beginning and end is
variable every year.
How Rabia and her Family Celebrate Eid
Eid is a significant Muslim holiday
that is celebrated twice a year. The first Eid celebration is Eid
al-Fitr, which lasts three days, and translates to “breaking of
the fast.” It marks the end of Ramadan, which is a month long
fast. Since the Islamic calendar is on a lunar cycle, it depends
on the sighting of the moon to signify the end of Ramadan and the
start of Eid. For 2025, Eid al-Fitr is expected to start on March
30th or 31st.
Sparkles
Client and Mother
Sparkles is a full-time mother and
proud of her children, her accomplishments, and of herself.
Despite having an intellectual disability, she is both a capable
and loving mother who takes her real-life experiences to better
her children, two out of her three children are also clients of
Alta California Regional Center. Her warm and affectionate
personality makes people flock to her, and she is a pillar of
positivity and advice for extended members of her family.
Ohana
Future Business Owner
Ohana is a motivated young adult who
is actively working on improving her independence. She is in the
process of entering the Self-Determination Program, has goals to
start her own business, and is setting up to live independently
in an ADU (accessory dwelling unit) while still having access to
family support if needed.
Luis
his love for music and his favorite church day
Luis is extremely friendly, and his
positive demeanor has given him many friends. He likes to
maintain his connections through online social media platforms,
like Facebook. He loves to watch TV, listen to music, and go to
the movie theaters. Any time he is out, Luis makes it a point to
greet anyone who passes him.
Aiden
How he and his family celebrate La Posada
For Ana, La Posada is an important
and joyous holiday celebration. La Posada commemorates the
journey of Mary and Joseph to Bethlehem and is celebrated in
Latin American Catholic communities. Prior to moving to
Sacramento, Ana, her husband Daniel, and their two children would
celebrate the holiday by singing with neighbors, enjoying tasty
food, and giving the children in the community a pinata to find
treats in.