We are an AmeriCorps Seniors grantee and receive funds through their Foster Grandparent Program. DDS operates Foster Grandparent and Senior Companion Programs in 21 counties throughout California. The DDS Foster Grandparent Program (FGP) engages volunteers, ages 55 and over, to...
To celebrate Older Americans Month, volunteers from the Foster Grandparent and Senior Companion Program (FG/SCP) of San Gabriel Pomona Regional Center enjoyed a special day of appreciation! This dedicated group of 47 volunteers support 84 individuals with developmental disabilities in...
Welcome to DDS’ Aging Resources Webpage. On this page you will find resources and tools that can help people with intellectual and developmental disabilities who are aging, as well as their caregivers and loved ones.
Options for Regional Center Consumers Support services are provided to persons receiving services from a regional center in order to meet the goals and objectives of the Individual Program Plan (IPP) or the Individual Family Service Program (IFSP) (for children ages 0-3 years). Services...
During AmeriCorps Week (March 9-15), we shared how Virginia has built meaningful connections and found fulfillment through the Foster Grandparent and Senior Companion programs. Check out Virginia’s video and how you too can get involved.
Through these programs, volunteers ages 55 and older serve as mentors, role models, and companions to children and adults with developmental disabilities. Foster Grandparents support children in schools and early learning programs, while Senior Companions help older adults stay active,...
The Department’s Employment Services Branch is charged with exploring and developing employment options statewide. The team always is looking for new and innovative ways to support people meet their employment goals. The Employment Services Branch is working on the initiatives...