Unforgettables Hearts Awards

HIGHLAND NEWS — The Unforgettables Foundation, which helps families with expenses to bury their small children who have passed away, has grown from its humble beginnings as a little volunteer organization to one financed by major corporations and benefactors, adding to the resources provided by individual donors. Read More  Read More

Rotary names Bob Walker Volunteer of the Month

YUCAIPA/CALIMESA NEWS MIRROR – The Rotary Club decided to honor Bob for all the above and beyond work that he does. In the words of Lucio Comacho, Athletic Director for Mesa Grande Academy, “The kids know he goes way beyond the job in what he gives, and the best part is he is teaching the kids by example to live a life of service to others.” Read More  Read More

Agencies for disabled seek politicians’ help

CONTRA COSTA TIMES – Representatives of service organizations for the developmentally disabled were able to send a message to several Sacramento lawmakers at an annual breakfast meeting on Friday in Ontario. Read More or for a copy of Dr. Reaser’s presentation on the budget, click here.  Read More

A clinic shows that the developmentally disabled can be treated without anesthesia

DENTAL TRIBUNE AMERICA – It’s a different story at the We Care Dental Center, however. There, Lumbley said, developmentally disabled patients are treated with a level of dignity, care and compassion that is simply not available at most dental offices. Read More  Read More

Prep Wrestling: Croel wrestles for Cougars despite cerebral palsy

VICTORVILLE DAILY PRESS — Curtis Croel hasn’t won a varsity wrestling match yet. But that’s not to say he hasn’t had success on the mat. The Granite Hills senior is a tough pin and will sometimes leave opponents clutching a wrist after a tough match. Read More  Read More

YOUTH SPORTS: UCR athletes help coach ‘Special Kids’

PRESS ENTERPRISE –  Liz Aguilar is one proud mom. “She had five goals last weekend!” Aguilar said of her daughter, Janelle. “First time out. I was like, ‘Wow!’” Read More  Read More

Federal Judge Issues Preliminary Injunction To Continue Blocking 20% Across-The-Board IHSS Cuts

CDCAN PROGRESS REPORT –  A federal district court judge in Oakland, as expected, issued a court order that will continue blocking the Brown Administration and the federal government from taking any steps to implement the 20% across-the-board reduction in service hours for hundreds of thousands of children and adults with disabilities – including people with developmental... Read More

Students volunteer to help garden for disabled school

SAN BERNARDINO SUN –  As Carlo Olea raked weeds out of a newly rejuvenated garden, he thought about what would be put in next. “I water it,” said Olea, 17, a student at Anderson School for disabled students from 12 to 22 years old, “and there will be corn, pumpkins.” That’s not all the garden will grow. Read More  Read More

State Council on Developmental Disabilities 2012-2013 Governor’s Budget Highlights

JANUARY 9, 2012 — On January 5, 2012 Governor Jerry Brown released his proposed 2012-13 budget, addressing a $9.2 billion projected shortfall for the remainder of 2011-12 and the upcoming 2012-13 fiscal years. Read More  Read More

Legislative Analysis of AB 254 Assembly Bill

From the Official California Legislative Information web site  – A bill analysis and summary of AB 254 Assembly Bill which establishes a state Employment First Policy. Read More  Read More