Early Start Referral Form (Ages 0-3 years old)
Lanterman Developmental Services Referral Form (Ages 3 and older)
Early Start Referrals (online form)
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.
Lanterman Developmental Services Referrals (online form)
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) and (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) and (209) 557-2197 for over age 3 (Lanterman Act Services)
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)
Under 3 Years Old (Early Start Services)
Click here to make a referral for Early Start.
Over 3 Years Old (Lanterman Act Services)
An interdisciplinary team consisting of the Intake Coordinator, various specialists, and the family, determines whether the applicant has a substantial handicap caused by a developmental disability. This process requires written evaluations and various diagnostic tests (usually at least a medical, psychological or developmental evaluation).
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I am a conservator of my younger brother with ASD. I am highly interested in transferring his case to your county.
Hi Gil,
I just replied to your question via email.
I am the care giver for my 2sons they some from mental health I trying to get applying for the program work shop lam also disable and on SSI
Hi Leola,
I just sent you an email with some follow up questions.
Hi Leola,
I just sent you an email with some follow up questions.
How do i apply for assistance for my son whom is 3 with Autism
Hi Tamar,
I just sent you an email with some information.
Please email me also, for information about services referral.
Hi Melissa,
I just sent you an email. If you would like to refer someone to us, the directions are located here https://www.vmrc.net/how-to-apply-for-services-2/
I am trying to get my son assessed and have left several messages. Can anyone help me?
Hi Janett,
I just sent you a private email.
Hello. i have a 16 month daughter who i believe may be autistic. her doctor continues to sweep it under the rug when i ask, i’m wanting to get her evaluated.
Hi Nicole,
I just replied to you via email.
Hi, my kids doctor referring for language delay.
Hello,
How old is your child, and which county do you reside in?
Hi,
He is 2 years old. We reside in stanislaus county. I called Nd left a message as well.
Hi,
Can you please email on my personal email or call me. When i call, i just always get voice mail. I have left message. I am trying to get my 2 years old in program for language delay.
Thanks
Hi, he is 2 years old and we live in stanislaus county.
Hi, my child is 2 years old and we live in stanislaus county.
Thank you Rupinder. I just sent your message and contact information to our Modesto Office.
Thank you Rupinder. I just sent you an email and I forwarded your information to our Clinical department at our Modesto office.
Hi,
My child is 2 years old and we live in stanislaus county.
Hello I’m a adult and want an autism evaluation.
Hello, which county do you live in?
Regarding eligibility for Allison Schmidt. DOB 9.22.1972. I called on 9-14-19 to apply. Requesting status update please 916.316.0429
Hi Melinda,
I’ve forwarded your inquiry to our intake manager who will look into this.
I called to get my son services and spoke with someone on Jan 23rd . Several weeks have gone by and I have not been contacted for an intake appointment.
Hi Nadell,
I just sent you an email with some follow up questions.
Been trying since Friday February 21, 2020 to get my child tested i’ve left 2 messages and no response.
Hi Stephanie,
I just sent you an email with some follow up questions.
I called last week and left a message regarding my son…Wednesday I believe. No rerun call. Hoping I can get into contact with someone soon.
Leslie,
I just sent you an email following up on this.
Hi, We are new to this process, my son was recently diagnosed and I was given this website to reach out for help with therapy. I have also called the main line and left a detailed message. Thank you in advance.
Hi Maria,
I just sent you an email with some follow up questions.
I need a form for a medical waiver ( we make too much but not enough to pay for all the services ) . My son was just diagnosed with autism today through vmrc.
Hi Cassandra,
I just sent you an email with some follow up questions.
I have an adult son who I think needs ur services. he was special ed his entire school time.
Hi Sandi,
I just sent you some information via email.
Hi there, my son was diagnosed with ODD, ADHD, and sensory processing disorder I’m looking to get more services for him as well as maybe another evaluation how do I go about that
Hi Maria. Please contact our referral specialist at the county in which you reside:
In San Joaquin County call: (209) 473-0951
In Stanislaus County call: (209) 529-2626
In Amador, Calaveras and Tuolumne County call: (209) 754-1871
Hola buenas noches, tengo un niño de casi 5 años y últimamente, no ha tenido un buen comportamiento, se frustra demaciado, me interesa mucho recibir asistencia. Una amiga me dijo recomendo venir al centro! No sabia a donde dirigirme!!!
Hola Sandra, gracias por su llamada. Una de nuestras especialistas en referencias que habla español le llmará por teléfono.
I need an assessment for my 7 year old. Can someone email info?
Hi Amanda, I just sent you an email with some follow up questions so we can get you in touch with the right office.
I would like to find out if a 40 year family member qualifies for services. How should I proceed.
Hi Jennifer, I just sent you an email with some follow up questions about your family member. This way we can better find out who to put you in contact with at one of our offices.
Hello, I am looking for information for my daughter. I was referred by her school district and teacher. I did leave a phone message. Thank you.
Hi Joyce, we definitely can help you out. I just sent you an email with some follow up questions, then we can get you in touch with one of our intake units.
My son is in a special ed class how can i get him evaluated for autism
Thank you for reaching out. Your next step would be to contact our referral specialist at:
In San Joaquin County call: (209) 473-0951
In Stanislaus County call: (209) 529-2626
In Amador, Calaveras and Tuolumne County call: (209) 754-1871
How do i find out who my case worker is because it’s been a little while since we got services and i need some assistance.
Hi,
I can help you out. I just sent you an email and we can find out who your case worker is.
Hello, I have a 29 yr old son who was diagnosed ASD at 2 yrs old. He was in special education classes all through school and is now on permanent SSI. How should we proceed in finding out if he is eligible for regional services? We were never informed all of these years of the services available to him and they are greatly needed. thank you
Thank you for reaching out. Your next step would be to contact our referral specialist at:
In San Joaquin County call: (209) 473-0951
In Stanislaus County call: (209) 529-2626
In Amador, Calaveras and Tuolumne County call: (209) 754-1871
Hello, my 4 year old son’s school psychologist recently mentioned he shows signs of Autism. I’m hoping we can receive help from VMRC since his insurance won’t cover it. I’ve tried reaching by phone a couple of times but so far have not heard back. Thank you in advance.
Hi Bianca, I just sent you an email with a few additional questions so that I can look up your son’s referral.
My son’s pediatrician said my 3 year old highly to have autism. And a family member said to contact you guys for further help and resources. My son’s Dr said to write a letter to my local school but my son is not in school yet. I really don’t know what to do.
Hi. I just sent you an email with a few follow up questions about your son so I can direct you to the right person in our system.
Hi there!
My 11 year old son has Tourette’s syndrome. We are really struggling with getting him the behavioral therapy necessary, is this something you guys can assist us with? Any information is very much appreciated!
Hi Cassandra, is your son currently a consumer with us?
My son received services through you till 3 where he was transferred to county services. I had recieved a phone to close out his case but thought it was a spam call. I would like to talk about what services he can still get through you guys being he hasn’t been getting help at all due to corona virus. I dont remember the name of the woman that originally called me but amy information on what help you can offer would be appreciated.
Hi Alexis, please check your email as I just sent you a few follow up questions for us to help you out.
i know a family daughter is about 10 or 11. She got evaluated for speech services in school and her eye sight is poor.
Family doesn’t have medical and barely make living. I went last weekend and they were out of food. Mother also has some trauma in life. Mother was premature but in her country she never received any services. when she migrated to usa she didnt have medical till this day to receive services. She never made it to high school. They have older daughter too but due to medical issues they didnt get evaluated. If you know anything that might help them please let me know. Mother has immigration status issues. Father petitioned mother, she had green card but initially mothers family were on asylum after marriage mother was sponsored by father which got approved and hse had green card which expired lin august. Mother appeared for citizenship interview but she was questioned on trauma she had in her country. Mother doesnt want to speak about it. So answered anyhow. Mother went to anxiety and depression. She passed citizenship test but immigration officer asked questions on asylum which brought back trauma and shock to mother. Immigration office confused mother’s case with mother’s sisters case. thinking that mother has asylum approved. Immigration attorney sent application to renew green card but its still pending. Sp 60 percent of income is going to attorney fees.
Looking at their situation with no medical and limited food supplies, its worse than mine.
Please let me know if you can guide them
Hello. I just sent you a follow up email to gather some more information so that we can try and assist this family as best as possible.
How can i get my son evaluated for autism
Thank you for reaching out. Your next step would be to contact our referral specialist at:
In San Joaquin County call: (209) 473-0951
In Stanislaus County call: (209) 529-2626
In Amador, Calaveras and Tuolumne County call: (209) 754-1871
Hello, may I please have your intake email address?
You can send an email to DBonnet@vmrc.net
Hello, my 2yo sons doctor referred me, I have some concerns that my son may have autism and I would like to have him evaluated. I called and left a message and have yet heard anything back.
Hi Renda, have you received a phone call back yet?
They have not called back, i called again 10 minutes ago and left another message with the machine. Im assuming they just directed me to my locations facility. Please help.
Ok. Can you please send me an email at DBonnet@vmrc.net with your phone number, and your child’s name and date of birth?
I am concerned about my grandson. I need someone to evaluate him as soon as possible because he needs help. Please help him. Thank you.
Hi Barbara:
In San Joaquin County call: (209) 473-0951
In Stanislaus County call: (209) 529-2626
In Amador, Calaveras and Tuolumne County call: (209) 754-1871
This will start the referral process for your grandson.
My husband left a voice mail a few days ago to find out about getting my 2 1/2 year old son evaluated. Nobody has returned his call, how long does that typically take?
Hi Cara,
Early Start regulations require the regional center to assess your son within 45 days of the date of referral.
I just sent you a separate email.
Hi im wanting info. And help understanding my 4 year old. Daughter she talks very little understands everything I say,she talks to some friends not to me tho ,I’ve heard talk repeat 1 to 10 colors knows some songs but she won’t do it if I want to sing with her or just want her to sing what she knows smart she is b u t I feel she acts like a 2 year old gives my eye contact way more than when she was like 2 and half . So my point sorry I cN go on and on so many questions as well I’ve finally told myself I need help please email me call me I will leave number when email me back 2095031056 Elda Montemayor my name her is Elda Josie Montemayor Nave.
Hi Elda, I’ve just sent you an email with some follow up questions.
Hello. I have been trying to get ahold of someone at VMRC for the past couple of weeks concerning services for my 3-year-old granddaughter who shows markers for autism. I have left 2 detailed messages and I still have not received a callback. Could someone please respond to my request. Thank you.
Victoria, I just sent you an email to gather more information so we can contact you today.
Hi, Doug. I have not received any emails from you.
Hi, Doug. I have not received any emails from you.
I just sent it!
We live in Atwater, CA, which is Merced County (just south of Stanislaus County) … we have heard great things from other parents … can we also apply our two autistic children for your services?
Hi Joshua…unfortunately Atwater and Merced County are not in the catchment area that VMRC serves. Your Regional Center would be Central Valley Regional Center, https://www.cvrc.org/ .
I wanted to see who I was assigned to (caseworker)??can u help me it’s been a while since I used valley mountain regional centers services but need them now please help me
Hi Victoria. I just sent you an email asking you for some more information so that I can look up your Service Coordinator.
K let me check
Thank for the quick response
Hello I’m asking for help for my twins his doctor said they are on high risk for autism, I left 2 messages already but not response please help me
Hi Rita, I just sent you a follow up email.
Hi I haven’t been notified about who my worker is yet I sent a reply with my birth and all the info u asked for but nothing
Hi I haven’t been notified about who my worker is yet I sent a reply with my birth and all the info u asked for but nothing HELLO ITS IMPORTANT I TALK WITH THEM PLEASE
Do you guys offer services to children with ADHD and ODD
Hi Maria, ADHD and ODD alone are not qualifying conditions for children over age 3. They could potentially be eligible if they are under age 3. To make a referral:
In San Joaquin County call: (209) 473-0951
In Stanislaus County call: (209) 529-2626
In Amador, Calaveras and Tuolumne County call: (209) 754-1871
Hi,
I called and left a voicemail on the referrals line, but I wanted to leave a comment as well. I am looking to enroll my two year old son in speech therapy. If someone could reach out with more information on this it would be much appreciated.
Hi Mr. McCoy. I just reached out to you via email to see if you had been contacted yet.
Hello im intrested in your services my son is 19 an I believe he may have a slight high functioning spectrum of something i need info on how to go about this please email at this adress i have provided ty
Hi Amado,
Who to Contact for Services:
To refer a child or adult for an assessment of eligibility call any VMRC office.
In San Joaquin County call: (209) 473-0951
In Stanislaus County call: (209) 529-2626
In Amador, Calaveras and Tuolumne County call: (209) 754-1871
Hi I would like to get my daughter assessed she is 4 and doesn’t speak clearly.
Hi Marisol,
Who to Contact for Services:
To refer a child or adult for an assessment of eligibility call any VMRC office.
In San Joaquin County call: (209) 473-0951
In Stanislaus County call: (209) 529-2626
In Amador, Calaveras and Tuolumne County call: (209) 754-1871
My son was referred over 2 weeks ago for a evaluation and I have not heard back. Can someone please get back to me soon as my son is missing school time until the evaluation is complete
Hi Marcela,
I just reached out to you via email to follow up with you.
Linda Andrews
Hello, I can’t quite make out your message so I have sent you an email.
I called about to weeks ago and left a message with the referral department and I still haven’t heard back.
Hi Lisa, We are looking into this and will be in touch with you.
Hi, I would like to get my 2 year old twins enrolled in speech therapy. Any information would be appreciated! Thank you
Hello, I just sent you an email. We need some more information in order to help you out.
Hello – I am trying to get my child evaluated for Speech delay issue and i am always reaching the Voicemail. I have left several voicemail’s with out any success. Can you please let me know the alternatives to get the evaluation done?
Hello, I just sent you a follow up email to get some more information.
Hi,
My name is Renee Southard. My son Paul is 1 and 4 months and has spina bifida. I was wondering if you were able to evaluate him for physical therapy. Please let me know any sort of information. Thank you
Hello Renee, I’ve sent you a follow up email with a few additional questions.
How do I apply for a child assessment? I left a message at 209-529-2626 over a month ago and have not received a return call.
Hi Jackie,
We apologize about not getting back to you. We had some issues with our phones. I’ve just sent your message over to our Intake Coordinator in Modesto.
Hi I am trying to see about getting my son who 2.5 for speech delay?
Hi Stephanie, I’ve sent you an email requesting some more information.
Hello, I need to have my son assessed please.
Ok. I’ve sent you an email with some follow up questions that we will need to begin the referral process.
I am looking to get an assessment for adult autism diagnosis. How would I go about doing so?
I’ve sent you a follow up email with some additional questions.
Hello,
I am interested in having my son evaluated.
I sent you a follow up email with some additional questions.
Hi there do you offer any assistance for children that have dyslexia ,
Hello, thank you for your inquiry. Dyslexia alone would not be a qualifying condition for our services, unless the individual also had a qualifying developmental disability as well.
How does someone go about appealing services an adult does or does not qualify for?
Hi Christine, you can access our web page on “Appeals” for more information here https://www.vmrc.net/appeals/
We started the application process but then stopped due to the pandemic. We’d like to continue the process at this time. Who should we contact for guidance regarding the next step?
Hi Conni, it depends what county you live in. In San Joaquin County call: (209) 473-0951. In Stanislaus County call: (209) 529-2626. In Amador, Calaveras and Tuolumne County call: (209) 754-1871.
A mother looking to learn/start the process for my son (9), ASD. Where do I start?
Hi Tracy, it depends on which county you live in. In San Joaquin County call: (209) 473-0951. In Stanislaus County call: (209) 529-2626. In Amador, Calaveras and Tuolumne County call: (209) 754-1871. This will start the process of referring your son to us for eligibility.
I’m 41 years old. My mother has said for the last 10 years that she always thought I had Autism, but never got me tested because I did okay at school. Can I still get evaluated?
Hello Mario, we can have you call one of our Intake Specialists to begin the referral process. In San Joaquin County call: (209) 473-0951. In Stanislaus County call: (209) 529-2626. In Amador, Calaveras and Tuolumne County call: (209) 754-1871.
Hi,
He is 2 years old. We reside in stanislaus county. I called Nd left a message as well.
Hi,
Can you please email on my personal email or call me. When i call, i just always get voice mail. I have left message. I am trying to get my 2 years old in program for language delay.
Thanks
Hello, I have filled out the early start referral form two times now and I have not heard any reply. I have a 2 year old son with speech delay and behavioral issues. Could someone please contact me?
Hi Lauren, I just reached out to you via email for some follow up information.
My son, who is 2, was diagnosed with asd last October. Since then I have been attempting to get an referral for an evaluation for myself as I believe I fell through the cracks in the 80s and 90s when women simply weren’t thought to be able to be autistic by most clinical specialists. However, MRS wouldn’t give me a referral….idk how to go about doing this. Can I self refer?
Hello, which county do you live in?
Hello, my stepson who is on the spectrum was once a client of vmrc but his mother stopped all contact with your center about 2 years ago. We are looking to start services with your center if that is possible. He has had no medical or therapy services for years now and has regressed. Please let me know where I might begin to get him help. Thanks so much!
Hello, we can look into reactivating his case. I just sent a follow up email to you requesting more information.
Hello, I have suspicions that my 2 year old might be Autistic. Can I please set him up to be evaluated?
Hi Samantha, A representative from our Intake team will be contacting you via email.
I left a voice mail a couple of weeks ago and haven’t heard back. I called because I am interested in getting my 2 year old daughter assessed for Autism. Her 5 year old brother (also my son) is Autistic and was diagnosed at 2 1/2 years old. Thank you in advance.
Hello, your message was passed on to our Intake department and someone should be contacting you via email.
Kaiser has been delaying my son’s referral for months. Is there a way we can get started without a referral?
Hello, thank you for your question. Someone from our Intake department will be contacting you via email.
Hello, my son is 16 yrs old, just this Jan 30 he was in a horrible car accident that led him to cardiac arrest, had 4 rounds of CPR, suffered TBI (traumatic brain injury), and has short-term memory loss. Currently, he is in PT/OT/SLP therapy once a week for 30 mins. He is wheelchair-bound and attending Junior at Ceres High as an IEP student. Since the accident, I haven’t been working and I am searching for every program/organization in Stanislaus County that can help my son to get recover faster. Thank you in advance.
Hello Luz, I’ve passed your message on to our Stanislaus County Intake team. Someone from the team will be contacting you via email.
I wish to refer a 5 year old student for evaluation. Please provide the email to send information about this child who has also been referred by his pediatrician.
I just sent you an email with this information.
Hello,
I left a voicemail yesterday want to learn/start the process for my son (3), ASD. Where do I start? Currently lives in Tracy and paper works submitted to TUSD for school assessment. Does this affect early start assessment application with the county or TUSD is already working on this with the count?
Hello, our Clinical Intake Manager will be reaching out to you today.
Im trying to figure out who do I contact to get my records from when I was younger. Who do I get in contact with at your company
Hi Nicole, I will reach out to you via email.
Hello, I am trying to get information for my sister to enroll my nephew into the program. He is 19 and autistic and really could use this program specifically on life skills and maybe job hunting
Hi Felicia, thank you for the inquiry. I just sent you an email with some follow up questions so that I can point you, your nephew and your sister to the correct office.
This is very informative! Thank you so much for doing such a great job. keep sharing good content.
You’re welcome we are happy you found our site helpful. If you’re interested in ongoing updates you can sign up for our newsletter at: https://www.vmrc.net/sign-up-page/
Tony
I was referred to you guys by my grandsons school. How do start services ?
How old is your grandson and which office is he closest to: Stockton, Modesto, or San Andreas?
Tony
Hello I want to see if my daughter can get evaluated she will be 3 on July 4 of this year. Her doctor said some speech therapist would call us but it’s been over a month and I’m tired of waiting and I heard you guys were amazing. So I’m taking this into my own hands but I need guidance how can I get started with my daughter. Thank you in advance
The intake managers for VMRC are listed below. Sorry for the delay, we just realized the person who monitors the website questions is on leave. MODESTO STOCKTON
Kazu Enoki
Lynda Macabales
Would like information on what is needed to start services. Also help at finding a provider for testing.
Hello. Services depend on the needs and age of the individual. I just reached out to you via email with a few more follow up questions.
My son was refer to get evaluated (Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics) but they said the next available appointment will be in 8 months. What the wait at your facility? and do I need to get another referral? Do you take Cigna insurance? My son is five years old and the closest office will be in Modesto.
Hi Paola, I just reached out to you via email to ask for a bit more information. My apologies for the late reply as I was out on medical leave.
Hi, I’ve called before and was told that it was unlikely that I would be able to be seen as I wasn’t diagnosed until recently, despite ASD signs and symptoms from before I was 18, I’m 30 now, in San Joaquin. I called again today, diagnosis in hand, and was told the same thing. My diagnosing Doctor says y’all can’t do that because of the Lanterman Act.
I’ve never gotten a call back when I’ve left messages before I had my diagnosis, and was told I didn’t qualify when I had MediCal insurance in 2018. I have private insurance now with a PPO, so hopefully I’ll actually get a call back or an email.
Hello. You can contact our Clinical Intake Manager, Lynda Macabales, at 209-955-3377, or via email at lmacabales@vmrc.net and she will be able to assist you.