Difficulty Swallowing
2019-07-10 09:30 - 12:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | 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.
Learn how food gets from our mouth to our stomach, and some of the problems that can happen when that process does not work correctly. Video of normal and abnormal swallows. Hands-on practice with “Thick-It,” a substance that modifies fluids for a person with a swallowing disorder.
Registration is limited to 3 people per facility in order to make sure there is enough space for all who want to attend.
Please remind staff when they are scheduled to attend!
Must pass the test with an 80% score in order to receive the certificate. 3 CEU’s
Class time is 9:30 am to 12:30 pm. Doors close at 9:40!
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
Can I update my registration information?
Yes, log into your Eventbrite https://www.eventbrite.com/login to update or make changes to order (cancellation or change names of attendees).

Assisting with Medications
2019-07-16 10:00 - 15:30, 2019-10-09 10:00 - 15:30 | 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.
All day class (5 hours, plus 1/2 hour for lunch break).
Learn the standard of practice for assisting an individual with self-administration of medications. Training is based on the DSP (direct support professional) training by DDS. Introduction to safe practices in Community Care Facilities to help keep people healthy in regards to their medications.
Must pass the test with an 80% score in order to receive the certificate. 5 CEUs for this class.
Bring a pen or pencil. Bring your lunch and a drink or cash to purchase snacks from vending machine.
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 enter information of each person attending when you register!
Class time is 10:00 am – 3:30 pm. Doors close at 10:10!
Half hour lunch break–please bring your own lunch or cash for snack or drink from vending machine.
Bring ticket printout with you, or show us the email on your phone or tablet.
Take elevators to 2nd floor and wait in the lobby until check-in time. No need to sign in at Reception Desk.
Getting to the office: From Hwy 85 take Great Oaks Blvd south, turn right at San Ignacio, then turn right at first driveway. Please allow yourself enough time to get through the traffic.

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
Can I update my registration information?
Yes, log into your Eventbrite https://www.eventbrite.com/login to update or make changes to order (cancellation or change names of attendees).

RN Consultant training for SARC
2019-07-17 09:00 - 12:30 | San Andreas Regional Center, 6203 San Ignacio Ave, Suite 200, San Jose, CA, 95119, United States
Love to teach? Love to write Care Plans and Training Plans? Join us!
This event is for Registered Nurses (RN ONLY) who are currently working with, or are interested in working with, residential care homes and day programs for the developmentally disabled population in the South Bay receiving services from San Andreas Regional Center.
Learn about the Title 22 Regulations on Restricted Health Conditions, your role as the RN Consultant, and how it all works. Hear from nurses who have experience in doing this consultant work, and see if it is right for you. Meet some of the SARC nurses as well.
Class time is 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. Doors close at 9:10!
Fill out the evaluation at the end and take the post-test for 3 CEUs.
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.
Getting to the new 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? 408-341-3885 or email lrund@sarc.org

SSI Presentation
2019-07-27 09:30 - 15:00 | Sobrato Center for Non-Profits, 1400 Parkmoor Ste. 100, San Jose, CA, 65984, United States
The Parents Helping Parents Organization is hosting a Public Benefit conference to better understand the SSI and SSDI benefits and how to apply to them. Topics will include the structure of the SSI and SSDI, SSI benefits for children under 18 as well as young adults from 18 to 22 years of age.
The SSI Benefit conference presentation will be given by Michael Walling M.Ed.
Dr. Walling is nationally known for his knowledge in the Security benefit program and associated medical benefits.
Light Lunch will be served.
To register, please click on the link to hold your spot and learn the benefits of the SSI and SSDI.
https://ssi-ssdi-eng.eventbrite.com
This program is sponsor in part by Santa Clara County

5th Hablamos Con Una Sola Voz Conferencia 2019
2019-08-10 08:30 - 13:30 | San Andreas Regional Center, 6203 San Ignacio Ave, Suite 200, San Jose, CA, 95119, United States
“5th HABLAMOS CON UNA SOLA VOZ CONFERENCIA 2019”
>>>Register here<<<
Conference for Spanish speaking families who receive San Andreas Regional Center Services
When: Saturday, August 10, 2019
Where: San Andreas Regional Center, 6203 San Ignacio Ave. Suite 200, San Jose, CA 95119
Time: 8:00am to 1:30pm
Limited Child Care will be available.
Conferencia dirigida a familias de Habla Hispana que reciben servicios del Centro Regional San Andreas
Cuándo: Sábado 10 de agosto del 2019
Dónde: San Andreas Regional Center, 6203 San Ignacio Ave. Suite 200, San Jose, CA 95119
Hora: 8:00 am a 1:30 pm
Habrá cuidado de niños con cupo limitado.

Board of Director Meeting
2019-08-19 18:00 - 20:00 | San Andreas Regional Center Watsonville, 1110 Main Street, Watsonville, CA, 95076, United States

The Second African-American Conference
2019-08-24 09:00 - 13:00 | San Andreas Regional Center, 6203 San Ignacio Ave, Suite 200, San Jose, CA, 95119, United States
August 24 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm

Admission is Free (limited space)

Please register here to save your space: African American Conference

You are invited to come and learn more about San Andreas Regional Center and resources in your community such as:

Informational Services
Housing
Respite
Job Coaching
Case Management
Day Programs and Activities
Advocacy
And More

Board of Director Meeting
2019-09-16 18:00 - 20:00 | San Andreas Regional Center Salinas, 1370 S. Main Street, Salinas, 93901, United States

Service Provider Vendor
2019-09-19 11:00 - 14:00 | San Andreas Regional Center, 6203 San Ignacio Ave, Suite 200, San Jose, CA, 95119, United States
Want to see what service for your consumer? Want to meet and greet the service providers? Please join us on September 19, 2019 for a one day event to meet your service provider as well as service coordinator. To register for a booth, please click here to register.

September Oral Health
2019-09-25 09:30 - 12:30 | San Andreas Regional Center, 6203 San Ignacio Ave, Suite 200, San Jose, CA, 95119, United States
Free

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
Can I update my registration information or cancel?
Yes, log in to your Eventbrite account https://www.eventbrite.com/login to make changes to an attendee or to cancel.
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.

September 2019 Restricted Health Conditions in Adult Community Care
2019-09-30 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
Can I update my registration information?
Yes, log in to your Eventbrite account https://www.eventbrite.com/loginto make changes to an attendee or to cancel your order.

October Oral Health
2019-10-02 09:30 - 12:30 | San Andreas Regional Center, 6203 San Ignacio Ave, Suite 200, San Jose, CA, 95119, United States

Mini Residential Services Orientation (RSO)For Family Home Agencies (FHA)
2019-10-03 08:30 - 12:30 | 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 for this course is Tom Yetter
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

Sexual Harassment Awareness for Employees - October 3, 2019
2019-10-03 10:00 - 11:00 | San Andreas Regional Center, 6203 San Ignacio Ave, Suite 200, San Jose, CA, 95119, United States
Presenter: Barbara Correia
Workplace Sexual Harassment is unwelcome sexual conduct that deprives an employee of a discrimination-free workplace, whether or not a tangible benefit is lost. This informative workshop equips employees with the necessary tools to recognize what types of behavior constitutes sexual harassment and how to avoid being perceived as harassing in the workplace.
Agenda Topics

Define sexual harassment
Recognize that Sexual Harassment Still Persists
Federal/State Laws
Impact of Sexual Harassment
Why Victims Don’t Speak Up
Liability
Resources

Seminar Length: 1 Hour

12th Annual Disability Awareness Day
2019-10-03 10:00 - 13:00 | San José City Hall Rotunda & Plaza, 200 E. Santa Clara Street, San José, CA 95113, San Jose, CA, 95113, United States
Come join us for the 12th annual Disability Awareness Day hosted by the City of San Jose.
On October 3, we will celebrate the diversity and strive to build an integrated community in which all people are equally valued. The event will include a resource fair with non-profit, government, & other local agencies, an art demo, games & activities, live stage entertainment, food truck, and more.
For more information, download the flyer here.
Admissions is free for the public, if you are a service provider and want to join in the resource fair, please click on the link below to register.
Service Provider Registration

IEP—(Individual Education Program)
2019-10-03 13:30 - 16:30 | San Andreas Regional Center, 6203 San Ignacio Ave, Suite 200, San Jose, CA, 95119, United States
IEP—(Individual Education Program)
Comes to learn:

Importance of IEP goals
The basic Do’s and Don’ts
Q&A with current concerns.

Flyer

October Difficulty Swallowing 2019
2019-10-04 09:30 - 12:30 | San Andreas Regional Center, 6203 San Ignacio Ave, Suite 200, San Jose, CA, 95119, United States

SARC Annual Filipino Conference
2019-10-05 08:30 - 13:30 | San Andreas Regional Center, 6203 San Ignacio Ave, Suite 200, San Jose, CA, 95119, United States
ISANG TINIG
(One Voice)
Lectures/Presentations:

Educational Rights and Services for Individuals with Special Needs (School-Age)
Adult Services: Day programs, Employment, College Programs, Residential Living Options, etc.

Invited Agencies:
]Social Security Administration ]In-Home Supportive Services
] Clients’ Rights Advocacy Office ] Adult Day Program Providers
] Housing Choices Coalition

Sexual Harassment Awareness for Employees - October 8, 2019
2019-10-08 13:00 - 14:00 | San Andreas Regional Center, 6203 San Ignacio Ave, Suite 200, San Jose, CA, 95119, United States

Mini Residential Services Orientation (RSO) for Family Home Agencies (FHA)
2019-10-15 08:30 - 12:30 | 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: Tom Yetter
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

Special Incident Reports
2019-10-15 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 CEUsMaximum 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, log in to your Eventbrite account https://www.eventbrite.com/login to make changes to an attendee or to cancel.
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.

Sexual Harassment Awareness for Employees - October 16, 2019
2019-10-16 10:00 - 23:00 | San Andreas Regional Center Salinas, 1370 S. Main Street, Salinas, 93901, United States

Sexual Harassment Awareness for Employees - October 18, 2019
2019-10-18 10:30 - 11:30 | San Andreas Regional Center, 6203 San Ignacio Ave, Suite 200, San Jose, CA, 95119, United States

Residential Services Orientation for Residential Care Homes
2019-10-21 09:00 - 14:30 | San Andreas Regional Center, 6203 San Ignacio Ave, Suite 200, San Jose, CA, 95119, United States
The Residential Services Orientation (RSO) is required for new residential care facilities administrators and for those interested in developing a residential care facility in Santa Clara, Santa Cruz, San Benito and Monterey counties. RSO attendance is also required for staff at a Family Home Agency.
Only one person per residential care facility agency may register for the RSO. Family Home Agency providers may register as many staff as needed.
No later than Friday, October 11, 2019, those interested in being administrators to an existing residential care home, or developing a residential care facility are required to send a Letter of Intent to San Andreas Regional Center. (Family Home Agency staff are also required to write a letter of intent by the deadline). The Letter of Intent must include both:

Your experience working with people with intellectual disabilities and also
Why you would like to develop a residential care facility. The Letter of Intent should be emailed to Steve Osterling at sosterling@sarc.org

Please remember that to attend the class you need to have registered and also emailed a letter of intent. Both steps are required.
A confirmation letter, RSO schedule, and directions to San Andreas Regional Center will be sent to you a week before the RSO. No one will be admitted to the RSO without both 1. Eventbrite ticket and 2. a confirmation letter from San Andreas Regional Center. Confirmation letters will not be sent to those residential care facility registrants who have not sent a Letter of Intent prior to Friday, October 11, 2019.

Board of Director Meeting
2019-10-21 18:00 - 20:00 | San Andreas Regional Center, 6203 San Ignacio Ave, Suite 200, San Jose, CA, 95119, United States

Signs and Symptoms of Illness and Injury
2019-10-22 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.
Learn or review the importance of knowing the baseline condition of the people you serve, as well as what to do when you notice something out of the ordinary. Discussion of difference between routine, urgent, and emergency situations. Discussion of some common signs and symptoms seen by direct support professionals.
Class time is 9:30 am – 12:30 pm. 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 in front of building.
Where can I contact the organizer with any questions?
Sandy 408-341-3475 or sandy@sarc.org
Can I update my registration information?
Yes, log in to your Eventbrite account https://www.eventbrite.com/login to make changes to an attendee or to cancel your order.

Sexual Harassment Awareness for Employees - October 22, 2019
2019-10-22 13:00 - 14:00 | San Andreas Regional Center Watsonville, 1110 Main Street, Watsonville, CA, 95076, United States

Supported Living - New Vendor Orientation
2019-10-24 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.
Topic to be discuss as followed:

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

Instructor for this course will be Mary Lynn Rochlitz

Pressure Injury Prevention and Care
2019-10-29 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.
Learn the basics about the body’s largest organ– the skin. Information on normal skin, how skin gets damaged, how to prevent damage, and treatment of pressure injuries (“bedsores”) will be presented.
Class time is 9:30 am – 12:30 pm. 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. Please allow yourself enough time to get through traffic.

Bus line 42 drops you off at San Ignacio and Great Oaks.
Where can I contact the organizer with any questions?
If you have any questions please contact Sandy at 408-341-3475 or by email sandy@sarc.org
Can I update my registration information?
Yes, log into your Eventbrite https://www.eventbrite.com/login to update or make changes to order (cancellation or change names of attendees).
