Whether it’s in-home respite services or support for parents with developmental delays, we meet families where they are with a variety of services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities as well as their caregivers.

Explore the services below to find the right support for your family or someone you care for:

Early Start Family Resource Center

Special Needs Connection

The Early Start Family Resource Center provides support to families with young children who have developmental delays or disabilities. The Special Needs Connection provides parent-to-parent support, information and referrals, family-professional collaboration, and transition assistance. These services help families receive the guidance and resources they need to thrive.

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  • Referral via Redwood Coast Regional Center, (707) 445-0893

  • 707-444-8293

  • 2249 Myrtle Ave, Eureka, CA 95501

Family Empowerment Center

Our Family Empowerment Center (FEC) provides training and support for parents and caregivers, focusing on all aspects of the IEP process and effective transition planning. We are committed to building and maintaining positive relationships with community service providers, ensuring families have the tools and support they need for their children’s success.

Many children require additional support in school for a variety of reasons. However, the education system can be difficult to navigate. Since parents and caregivers are the primary advocates for their children, it is important to understand what is available, how to obtain services, and which services are appropriate for your child.

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Our FEC staff can help with:

Bilingual Spanish Services are available. This service is funded by the California State Department of Education, Special Education Division, in partnership with the Seeds of Partnership Project.

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In Home Respite Services

Our Respite Services allow guardians of children or adults with developmental disabilities to take a break from caregiving. Our professional caregivers step in to provide temporary care, giving you time to rest, complete errands, and recharge.

Resources for Respite Workers, Respite Specialists & Skills Specialists

Download the timesheets and forms you need below, or access Respitrack for scheduling and reporting.

Adaptive Skills Training Program

The Changing Tides Family Services Adaptive Skills Training Program (CTFS ASTP) aims to build independence, confidence, and empowerment by enhancing accessibility and fostering belonging across personal, social, and professional settings through the development of functional skills, behavioral improvements, and social engagement.

The target population includes the full Redwood Coast Regional Center (RCRC) client base across the lifespan, with services designed to be responsive to the needs of individuals, families, and caregivers.

RCRC clients will enroll based on a need identified by the client, in conjunction with their service coordinator and support team; for minors, their parent or guardian will agree to move the referral forward.

Find the Right Support for Your Family

Whether you need respite care, help navigating the IEP process, or support for a loved one with a developmental disability – we are here for you.