Resources in Southern California
Helpful Programs
McKinney-Vento Act
If your child is experiencing unstable housing (e.g. shelter, doubling up, motel), you have legal rights to school stability, transportation, and services.
IHSS (In-Home Supportive Services)
You may qualify to be paid as your child’s caregiver if your child has a disability requiring assistance.
CalABLE
Tax-free savings account for disability-related expenses without affecting SSI/benefits.
Parent Information Centers
Parent Training and Information Centers (PTIs)
Team of Advocates for Special Kids (TASK)
100 W. Cerritos Avenue
Anaheim, CA 92805
(866) 828-8275
(714) 533-8275
task@taskca.org
www.taskca.org
EPU Children’s Center
4440 N. 1st Street
Fresno, CA 93726
(559) 229-2000
(888) 774-8981
info@epuchildren.org
www.epuchildren.org
Additional resources
Wrightslaw
Parent-friendly info on special education law, IEP rights, and advocacy strategies.
Disability Rights California
Free legal advocacy for special education, Regional Center access, and disability rights.