TCRC maintains a peer advocate team staffed by people with all abilities. There are advocates in each county who understand your needs as well as the DDS system. Peer advocates are working hard to help you make the positive changes you want. Advocacy is an...
Hello! Welcome to the Peer Advocacy section of the Tri-Counties Regional Center website. We are excited that you are here, learning about the Peer Advocacy Team and what we do as agency representatives. Each one of us strives to assist the...
At TCRC, we are committed to building strong relationships with the people and families we support. Our goal is to be responsive and to clearly communicate options and work in partnership in the planning process. And while we always strive to work...
The best way to ensure that one’s own needs get met is to participate directly as a self-advocate. You can also advocate for your peers as a Peer Advocate, or for a family member or friend. Peer Advocacy Facts: The Peer Advocacy Team is not directly...
Central Coast Office The California State Council on Developmental Disabilities provides advocacy assistance and training to the community on the rights of children and adults with developmental disabilities living in the counties of San Luis Obispo,...
Notice of Action (NOA) TCRC works hard to come to agreements with people served. Sometimes, we can’t come to an agreement. If this occurs and the regional center makes a decision without your written agreement, you will receive a NOA. The NOA Must...
If you believe that the regional center has wrongly or unfairly denied your rights, you may file a complaint with the Clients’ Rights Advocate. This process resolves complaints other than disputes about eligibility or the nature, scope, or amount of...
There are many ways you can advocate for services that you need. You have these rights: Fair Hearing If you disagree with a regional center decision about services or eligibility or other action, you may file for a fair hearing. Ask your service coordinator...
