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The Regional Center of Orange County (RCOC) is a private, nonprofit organization contracted by the State of California to coordinate lifelong services and support for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families. The regional center is the first stop for those seeking to obtain local services and support to help them live safely and with dignity in the community. RCOC serves over 26,000 Orange County residents with autism, epilepsy, cerebral palsy, and intellectual cognitive disabilities.

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Getting Started: Am I Eligible for Services?

Who is Eligible for Regional Center Services? Being diagnosed with a developmental disability is not solely enough to qualify. Select an age category below for more information regarding eligibility criteria, […]

Our Services

The Regional Center of Orange County provides a wide array of services to people with developmental disabilities and their families. Below is a list of resources and information regarding options […]

Self-Determination Program

What is Self-Determination? In October 2013, Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. signed into law the Self-Determination Program, which provides individuals and their families more freedom, control, and responsibility in choosing […]

News and Announcements

Announcements

December 15, 2024

Governor Newsom Appoints Pete Cervinka as DDS Director

Governor Gavin Newsom has appointed Pete Cervinka as Director of the Department of Developmental Services. Director Cervinka has been Acting Director at the Department of Developmental Services since 2024, where […]

Announcements

October 18, 2024

Are you an Early Start Family?

The Family Outcomes Survey focuses on the helpfulness of early intervention. Your feedback is crucial so the department can learn about your experience and improve the Early Start program. If […]

In The News

September 19, 2024

What are the California Regional Centers?

Learn more about California’s regional centers, our history, and the services we provide in a fun, animated way! Special thanks to Tri-Counties Regional Center for their leadership and support in […]

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Resources

Resources & Support Groups

Families and loved ones of individuals with developmental disabilities have various community resources available. Check out our Recreation Resource Guides Recreation Resource Guide Guía de Recursos de Recreación – Español […]

Community Resource Development

Making Plans for the Future Regional Center of Orange County (RCOC) considers the following areas to be priorities when submitting proposals to the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) for the […]