Community Resources

Education

Disability Pride Flag

Learn about the meaning and history behind the Disability Pride Flag.
🔗 https://disability.lacity.gov/understanding-disability-pride-flag

International Day of Persons with Disabilities

Information about the global observance promoting the rights and well-being of persons with disabilities.
🔗 https://www.un.org/en/observances/day-of-persons-with-disabilities/background

World Down Syndrome Day

A global awareness day dedicated to people with Down syndrome.
🔗 https://www.un.org/en/observances/down-syndrome-day

World Braille Day

Recognizing the importance of Braille as a means of communication.
🔗 https://www.un.org/en/observances/braille-day

World Autism Awareness Day

Promoting understanding and acceptance of people with autism.
🔗 https://www.un.org/en/observances/autism-day/background

International Day of Sign Languages

Celebrating the importance of sign languages for the deaf community.
🔗 https://www.un.org/en/observances/sign-languages-day

Online College Guide for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Students

College Guide for Students with Disabilities and Their Parents

Local Support

California Department of Developmental Services (DDS)

Official state agency providing services and support to individuals with developmental disabilities.
🔗 https://www.dds.ca.gov/

Regional Center of the East Bay (RCEB)

Regional Center providing services and support for individuals with developmental disabilities in Alameda and Contra Costa counties.
🔗 https://www.rceb.org/

Supporting Long-Term Care Ombudsman Programs in Resident Advocacy

Independent Living Resources

Achieving Potential Through Choice

HCEB is creating opportunities through inclusive communities

Contra Costa Independent Living Skills Program

National Alliance on Mental Illness

CA Department of Rehabilitation

Disabled Students Programs & Services

Employment & Human Services Department

Department of Social Services