Early Start Referrals (Ages 0 to 3)
Infants and toddlers under the age of 3 are referred to VMRC by doctors, preschools, hospitals, family members, child care centers/providers, etc. This is considered to be an Early Start referral because the child is under 3 years of age. The child will be referred directly to an Early Start Intake Coordinator who begins the eligibility determination process. It is important to meet legally-mandated timelines so that the child and family can begin receiving services as soon as possible.
Ages Three and Up (Lanterman) Referrals
People over age 3 are referred to VMRC by schools, hospitals, doctors, other families, etc. When they or their families contact VMRC, persons three years of age or older are assigned an Intake Coordinator whose job is to acquaint the applicant and his/her family with VMRC and its services, coordinate the diagnostic and eligibility determination process.
Who to Contact for Services:
To refer a child or adult for an assessment of eligibility:
In San Joaquin County call our Stockton Office:
(209) 955-3281 for under age 3 (Early Start Services)
(209) 955-3209 for over age 3 (Lanterman Act Services)
In Stanislaus County call our Modesto Office:
(209) 557-5619 for under age 3 (Early Start Services)
(209) 557-2197 for over age 3 (Lanterman Act Services)
Additional Languages
The Lanterman Welcome Packet is A Guide to California’s Regional Center System and the Lanterman Act. It provides individuals, families, and caregivers of children or adults over 3 years of age who may be at risk of or have a developmental disability with information about the Lanterman Services Act. It provides information about regional centers, rights, and how to qualify for services.
El Paquete de Bienvenida de Lanterman es una guía del sistema de Centros Regionales de California y la Ley Lanterman. Proporciona información sobre la Ley de Servicios Lanterman a individuos, familias y cuidadores de niños o adultos mayores de 3 años que puedan estar en riesgo de tener o tener una discapacidad del desarrollo. Ofrece información sobre los centros regionales, los derechos y cómo calificar para los servicios.
Additional Languages:
https://www.dds.ca.gov/consumers/new-information-packet/
In Amador, Calaveras and Tuolumne County call our San Andreas Office:
(209) 674-6535 for both under age 3 (Early Start Services) AND over age 3 (Lanterman Act Services)
