All people who live in California are entitled to developmental services and supports if they are eligible under the Lanterman Act. This includes U.S. citizens, refugees, undocumented individuals, and people here on temporary visas. If you or a family member receives services from a regional center, you might have questions about the privacy of your personal information. How do the Department and regional centers use my personal information? What are the limits on sharing it?
How Your Information is Used
The Department and regional centers only collect and use your personal information to provide you or your loved ones with services and support.
Federal and state privacy laws limit how your information can be shared. In most cases, your details cannot be shared without your permission, unless a specific law allows it.
This Privacy Protection Fact Sheet provides an overview of your legal rights to privacy. For more details, check out the Notice of Privacy Practices, which includes a complete list of how your information may be used or shared, and how to access it. Even more related information:
- An Immigration Services guide
- A list of trusted immigration legal services providers.
Learn More About Privacy at Home
Read about what personal privacy looks like in everyday life. The Privacy and Safety Bulletin in the Wellness Toolkit includes easy-to-read guides for individuals, families, and service providers.
