SARC

Board of Directors Meeting
2021-01-20 16:00 - 18:00, 2020-09-18 16:00 - 18:00, 2020-06-15 16:00 - 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Via Zoom

Service Providers Advisory Committee (SPAC) Meeting
2021-01-20 10:00 - 12:00, 2020-09-23 10:00 - 11:00 | Via Zoom

22nd Annual Service Above Self Awards
2020-12-04 13:00 - 14:30 | Via Zoom
San Andreas Regional Center will be hosting the 22nd Annual Service Above Self Awards on virtual Zoom has been delayed for a YouTube release. Thank you for your understanding on these last minute changes.

For more information, contact Francisco Valenzuela at fvalenzuela@sarc.org or (408) 341-3809

Your Child with Special Needs to enter Preschool or Kindergarten
2020-10-28 10:00 - 11:00
ZOOM WORKSHOP for Monterey County parents of children
ages 2 to 5 years old
If you have a child who may need extra educational supports as they enter preschool or kindergarten, this ZOOM workshop is for YOU!
Wednesday, October 28
Time: 10:00am – 11:00am
Register >>> Click here <<<<

Residential Services Orientation class (RSO)
2020-10-27 - 2020-10-29 | San Andreas Regional Center, 6203 San Ignacio Ave, Suite 200, San Jose, CA, 95119, United States
The Residential Services Orientation class is now open for registration. The dates for the class are October 27, 28 and 29. You must attend all three classes.
To be registered you must complete the following items:

Register
Send a letter of intent to Steve Osterling at sosterling@sarc.org.

We will not accept any letters of intent or registrations after 11:59pm on Tuesday October 20th.
There are no waitlists, please register to ensure your seat is secured. The next Residential Services Orientation will be in April 2021.
Only two individuals per agency unless previously approved by the Community Services Unit Manager Ann Sieber.
After the October 20th registration deadline you will be receiving a confirmation letter or denial letter confirming whether or not you are in the class.
If you are confirm, you will also receive a video link to the class and schedule of the presenters.

Board of Directors Meeting
2020-08-17 16:00 - 18:00

San Jose Parent Support Group hosted by Armando Alcaraz
2020-06-27 10:00 - 12:00, 2020-05-30 10:00 - 12:00, 2020-05-02 10:00 - 12:00, 2020-04-11 10:00 - 12:00, 2020-03-28 10:00 - 12:00 | San Andreas Regional Center, 6203 San Ignacio Ave, Suite 200, San Jose, CA, 95119, United States
San Jose Parent Support Group hosted by Armando Alcaraz
Groups are from 10 AM – 12PM and childcare is available at no cost.
If you have any further questions about the Spanish parent support groups please contact SARC at 408-374-9960 and ask for Ruben Colons.
About the Armando Alcaraz: Armando Alcaraz has 10 years of experience leading workshops and working with individuals, families and businesses. He has a B.A. from the University of California, Santa Cruz, where he graduated with honors. Armando has also been certified for mediation through the Santa Cruz Mediation Center and graduated from Interchange, an immersion counseling program in San Francisco. He has taught and practiced nonviolent communication and conscious meditation for the past 10 years. http://www.armandoalcaraz.com

San Jose Parent Support Group
2020-06-13 10:00 - 12:00 | San Andreas Regional Center, 6203 San Ignacio Ave, Suite 200, San Jose, CA, 95119, United States
San Jose Parent Support Group Presenting: TBD

Groups are from 10 AM – 12PM and childcare is available at no cost.
If you have any further questions about the Spanish parent support groups please contact SARC at 408-374-9960 and ask for Ruben Colons.

San Jose Parent Support Group Presenting Anthony Estrada
2020-05-16 10:00 - 12:00 | San Andreas Regional Center, 6203 San Ignacio Ave, Suite 200, San Jose, CA, 95119, United States
San Jose Parent Support Group Presenting Anthony Estrada from Uplift Family Services
The topic of the group talk will be
–Therapy Options for Individuals with developmental disabilities–
Groups are from 10 AM – 12PM and childcare is available at no cost.
If you have any further questions about the Spanish parent support groups please contact SARC at 408-374-9960 and ask for Ruben Colons.

3/31 Residential Services Orientation for Family Home Agencies (FHA)
2020-03-31 08:30 - 12:30 | San Andreas Regional Center Watsonville, 1110 Main Street, Watsonville, CA, 95076, United States
This training is at the SARC Watsonville office March 31,2020
This required training is designed to introduce new Family Home Provider (FHA) employees to:

The Regional Center System
The California State Title 17 regulations for a FHA and identify how the FHAs’ program design addresses these regulations.
The course requires attendant participation.

Instructor: Rupinder Kaur

Trainings are repeated throughout the year and are posted on a quarterly basis.
Please remind staff when they are scheduled to attend!
Please also note that this RSO is NOT for people intending to provide care to people with I/DD in a licensed care home setting. It is for employees of Family Home Agencies vendored by San Andreas Regional Center

3/26 Supported Living Services (SLS) New Vendor Orientation
2020-03-26 09:00 - 14:00 | San Andreas Regional Center, 6203 San Ignacio Ave, Suite 200, San Jose, CA, 95119, United States
The Supported Living Services (SLS) Orientation is required for individuals and agencies interested in developing a SLS program in Santa Clara, Santa Cruz, San Benito, and Monterey counties.

What is SLS
Title 17 SLS Regulations
Philosophy of SLS
SLS Presentation
Vendorization
Cost and Rates
Review

Instructor: Mary Lynn Rochlitz
All SLS classes are held from 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM (1 hour lunch break).

Service Provider Advisory Committee (SPAC) CANCELLED
2020-03-25 10:00 - 10:05 | San Andreas Regional Center, 6203 San Ignacio Ave, Suite 200, San Jose, CA, 95119, United States

Psychopharmacology in I/DD- An Overview March 2020
2020-03-25 09:30 - 12:30 | San Andreas Regional Center, 6203 San Ignacio Ave, Suite 200, San Jose, CA, 95119, United States
For CCF Administrators and Staff, Adult Day Program Managers and staff, ILS/SLS providers for people receiving San Andreas Regional Center services:
Do you want to know more about medications that are often prescribed for mental health conditions in the developmentally disabled population? Come to this class to learn important information about those medications and how you can help monitor their effectiveness. Instructor is Joshua Heitzman, Ph.D.
Class time is 9:30 am – 12:30 pm. Doors close at 9:40!
Registration is limited to 3 people per facility in order to make sure there is enough space for all who want to attend.
Must pass test with 80% score in order to receive certificate. 3 CEUs

Please remind staff when they are scheduled to attend!
Bring printout of ticket with you, or show us the email on your phone.
Bring a pen or pencil. Okay to bring snack and/or a drink. You may need a sweater or jacket. Wear your glasses if you need them!
Getting to the office: From Hwy 85 take Great Oaks Blvd south, turn right at San Ignacio, then turn right at first driveway. Free car parking in the lot around the building.
Bus line 42 drops you off at San Ignacio and Great Oaks.
Take elevators to 2nd floor and wait in the lobby until check-in time. No need to sign in at Reception Desk.
Where can I contact the organizer with any questions?
Sandy 408-341-3475 or email sandy@sarc.org

Basics of Nutrition and Obesity in I/DD March 2020
2020-03-24 09:30 - 12:30 | San Andreas Regional Center, 6203 San Ignacio Ave, Suite 200, San Jose, CA, 95119, United States
For service providers of San Andreas Regional Center only.
For direct care staff and home administrators: learn the basics about what’s in our food and how to help the people we serve to get good nutrition, reminders about your Title 22 licensing regulations, as well as hazards of obesity and how we can help.
Class time is 9:30 am. Doors close at 9:40!
Maximum of 3 people can attend per facility. Please enter name of each person attending when you register! Bring the ticket printout or show us the confirmation email on your phone/tablet.
Please remind staff that they are registered to attend!
Bring a pen or pencil and your glasses to class. Okay to bring a drink and/or snack. You may want to bring a sweater or jacket.
Take elevators to 2nd floor and wait in the lobby until check-in time. No need to sign in at Reception Desk.
Must pass the test with 80% score in order to receive certificate. 3 CEUs.
Getting to the office: From Hwy 85 take Great Oaks Blvd south, turn right at San Ignacio, then turn right at first driveway.
Bus line 42 drops you off at San Ignacio and Great Oaks.
Where can I contact the organizer with any questions?
Sandy 408-341-3475 or email sandy@sarc.org

Oral Health March 2020
2020-03-18 09:30 - 12:30 | San Andreas Regional Center, 6203 San Ignacio Ave, Suite 200, San Jose, CA, 95119, United States
For vendors and service providers of San Andreas Regional Center
Learn about the mouth, teeth, gums, what is healthy, what is not. How to assist people you serve with their oral care. Instructor is a Registered Dental Hygienist in Alternative Practice, with years of experience and good ideas to share with you.
Class time is 9:30 am – 12:30 pm. Doors close at 9:40!
Please remind staff that they are registered to attend!
Take elevators to 2nd floor and wait in lobby. No need to sign in at Reception desk.
Bring a pen or pencil and your glasses to class. Bring a snack and a drink if you’d like. A vending machine is available for purchase of snacks and drinks if you prefer.
Must pass the test with 80% score in order to receive certificate. 3 CEUs
Maximum of 3 people can attend per facility. Please enter name of each person attending when you register! Bring the ticket printout or show us the confirmation email on your phone/tablet.
For service providers of San Andreas Regional Center only.
Where can I contact the organizer with any questions?
Sandy 408-341-3475, email sandy@sarc.org or lrund@sarc.org
What are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event?
Highway 85, Great Oaks Blvd exit, then south to San Ignacio Avenue. Right (west) on San Ignacio, first driveway on the right is the building. Take elevators to second floor.
Bus line 42 stops right in front of the building.

3/17 Residential Services Orientation for Family Home Agencies (FHA)
2020-03-17 09:30 - 13:30 | San Andreas Regional Center, 6203 San Ignacio Ave, Suite 200, San Jose, CA, 95119, United States
This required training is designed to introduce new Family Home Provider (FHA) employees to:

The Regional Center System
The California State Title 17 regulations for a FHA and identify how the FHAs’ program design addresses these regulations.
The course requires attendant participation.

Instructor: Rupinder Kaur

Trainings are repeated throughout the year and are posted on a quarterly basis.
Please remind staff when they are scheduled to attend!
Please also note that this RSO is NOT for people intending to provide care to people with I/DD in a licensed care home setting. It is for employees of Family Home Agencies vendored by San Andreas Regional Center

Board of Directors Meeting CANCELLED
2020-03-16 18:00 - 18:05

San Jose Parent Support Group Presenting Dr. Jennifer Frazier
2020-03-14 10:00 - 12:00 | San Andreas Regional Center, 6203 San Ignacio Ave, Suite 200, San Jose, CA, 95119, United States
San Jose Parent Support Group Presenting Dr. Jennifer Frazier from Uplift Family Services
The topic of the group talk will be
–How to identify and help loved ones with symptoms of anxiety and depression–
Groups are from 10 AM – 12PM and childcare is available at no cost.
If you have any further questions about the Spanish parent support groups please contact SARC at 408-374-9960 and ask for Ruben Colons.

Restricted Health Conditions in ARFs March 2020
2020-03-12 09:30 - 12:30 | San Andreas Regional Center, 6203 San Ignacio Ave, Suite 200, San Jose, CA, 95119, United States
For service providers of San Andreas Regional Center only (licensed adult facilities).
This class covers the requirements of Title 22, Sections 80090-80092 regarding Incidental Medical Services in Adult Residential Facilities and 82092 for Adult Day Care Facilities.
Class time is 9:30 am – 12:30 pm. Doors close at 9:40!
Registration is limited to 3 people per facility in order to make sure there is enough space for all who want to attend.
Must pass test with 80% score in order to receive certificate. 3 CEUs

Please remind staff when they are scheduled to attend!
Bring printout of ticket with you, or show us the email on your phone.

Must pass the test with an 80% score in order to receive the certificate. 3 CEUs
Bring a pen or pencil. Okay to bring snack and/or a drink. You may need a sweater or jacket. Wear your glasses if you need them!
Getting to the office: From Hwy 85 take Great Oaks Blvd south, turn right at San Ignacio, then turn right at first driveway. Free car parking in the lot around the building.
Bus line 42 drops you off at San Ignacio and Great Oaks.
Take elevators to 2nd floor and wait quietly in the elevator lobby until check-in time. No need to sign in at Reception Desk. Let’s stay out of the way of other workers and visitors.
Where can I contact the organizer with any questions?
Sandy 408-341-3475 or email sandy@sarc.org

Recognizing Signs of Abuse March 2020
2020-03-11 09:30 - 12:30 | San Andreas Regional Center, 6203 San Ignacio Ave, Suite 200, San Jose, CA, 95119, United States
For service providers of San Andreas Regional Center only.
This class defines the different types of abuse, discusses why people with developmental disabilities are at higher risk, and how the care provider can appropriately respond.
Please bring a pen or pencil. Okay to bring snack or drink.
Must pass the test with an 80% score in order to receive the certificate.3 CEUs for this class.

Class time is 9:30 – 12:30 Doors close at 9:40!!

Maximum of three people per facility/agency to attend any one class in order to leave space for others. Please enter name of each person attending when you register!
Please remind staff when they are scheduled to attend!
Bring printout of ticket with you, or show us the confirmation email on your phone/tablet.
Take elevators to 2nd floor and wait quietly in the elevator lobby until check-in time. No need to sign in at Reception Desk. Let’s stay out of the way of other workers and visitors.
Getting to the office: From Hwy 85 take Great Oaks Blvd south, turn right at San Ignacio, then turn right at first driveway.
Bus line 42 drops you off at San Ignacio and Great Oaks.
Free car parking in the lot around the building.
Where can I contact the organizer with any questions?
Sandy 408-341-3475 or email sandy@sarc.org

ICF Roundtable March 9 for Intermediate Care Facilities
2020-03-09 13:30 - 15:30 | San Andreas Regional Center, 6203 San Ignacio Ave, Suite 200, San Jose, CA, 95119, United States
It’s time for another ICF Roundtable!
Please join us on Monday, March 9th from 1:30-3:30 pm.
San Andreas Regional Center, 6203 San Ignacio Avenue, Suite 200, San Jose
QIDPs should attend, please.
There will be follow-up discussion from our last meeting, as well as new topics. Please email Lisa Hartley, District Manager (lhartley@sarc.org) to add to the agenda.
You will get a confirmation email when you register. Call or email Lisa Rund, HSU Associate Coordinator if you have any questions about registration: 408-341-3885 lrund@sarc.org

Fundamentals of Dementia in the I/DD Population March 2020
2020-03-06 09:30 - 12:30 | San Andreas Regional Center, 6203 San Ignacio Ave, Suite 200, San Jose, CA, 95119, United States
For vendors of San Andreas Regional Center only:
Learn the basics of dementia in people with intellectual and developmental disabilities: different types of dementia, signs and symptoms, and how a diagnosis is made.
Fundamental information on managing behaviors and tips on providing daily care for someone with dementia and a developmental disability.

Class time is 9:30 am to 12:30 pm. DOORS CLOSE AT 9:40!

Must pass the test with an 80% score in order to receive the certificate. 3 CEUs
Bring a pen or pencil. Okay to bring snack and/or a drink. You may need a sweater or jacket. Wear your glasses if you need them!
Maximum of three people per facility/agency to attend any one class in order to leave space for others. Please Bring ticket printout with you, or show us the email on your phone or tablet.
Take elevators to 2nd floor and wait quietly in the elevator lobby until check-in time. No need to sign in at Reception Desk. Let’s stay out of the way of other workers and visitors.
Getting to the office: From Hwy 85 take Great Oaks Blvd south, turn right at San Ignacio, then turn right at first driveway.
Bus line 42 drops you off at San Ignacio and Great Oaks.
Free car parking in the lot around the building.
Where can I contact the organizer with any questions?
Sandy 408-341-3475 or email sandy@sarc.org

Special Incident Reports March 2020
2020-03-05 09:30 - 12:30 | San Andreas Regional Center, 6203 San Ignacio Ave, Suite 200, San Jose, CA, 95119, United States
Learn about the Special Incident Report process–part of your responsibility as a Regional Center vendor, per Title 17 regulations.
What is a special incident, review of types of incidents, how to download and complete the form, how to follow up, importance of communication.
Class time is 9:30 am – 12:30 pm. Doors close at 9:40!
Please remind staff that they are registered to attend!
Take elevators to 2nd floor and wait in lobby. No need to sign in at Reception desk.
Bring a pen or pencil and your glasses to class. Bring a snack and a drink if you’d like. A vending machine is available for purchase of snacks and drinks if you prefer.
Must pass the test with 80% score in order to receive certificate. 3 CEUs
Maximum of 3 people can attend per facility. Please enter name of each person attending when you register! Bring the ticket printout or show us the confirmation email on your phone/tablet.
For service providers of San Andreas Regional Center only.
Where can I contact the organizer with any questions?
Sandy 408-341-3475, email sandy@sarc.org
Can I update my registration information or cancel?
Yes, email Health Services Secretary Sandy at sandy@sarc.org
What are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event?
Highway 85, Great Oaks Blvd exit, then south to San Ignacio Avenue. Right (west) on San Ignacio, first driveway on the right is the building. Take elevators to second floor.
Bus line 42 stops right in front of the building.
