According to a news report by California Watch earlier this month, two bills that would require outside law enforcement and advocates to be informed about alleged crimes against the residents of California’s developmental centers have reached Gov. Jerry Brown’s desk.
Brown has 30 days to sign the legislation – SB 1051 and SB 1522 – into law or veto the measures. Both bills are designated urgent, so they will take effect immediately if the governor approves them.
A recent California Disability Community Action Network (CDCAN) report provided an update on the Lanterman Center closure.
Tomorrow -- September 14, 2012 -- is the last day to submit written comments or questions on the issue of establishing milestones in the closure of Lanterman Developmental Center. You can read CDCAN report here: CDCAN REPORT #150-2012.
Individuals and organizations can provide comments on this issue – or ask questions regarding this specific issue by sending to the addresses below.
DEADLINE TO SUBMIT WRITTEN COMMENTS: September 14, 2012 – Friday
WHERE TO SEND COMMENTS – BY EMAIL: Send email with comments (or
questions) to John Schmidt, Department of Developmental Services at john.schmidt@dds.ca.gov
WHERE TO SEND COMMENTS – BY US MAIL:
Send written comments by US Mail (or other similar delivery) to:
Department of Developmental Services
Attention: John Schmidt
1600 9th Street, Room 240, M.S. 2-13
Sacramento, CA 98814
QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS:
Contact John Schmidt
at the Department of Developmental Services at 916-654-1902 or the
email address above.
After hearing about an overwhelmed mother who killed her son and herself, concerned parents are creating a hotline for families of those with disabilities to turn to in times of need.
Nearly 80 parents of kids and adults with developmental disabilities are on board to volunteer for the new hotline that’s expected to serve the greater San Jose, Calif. area.
There was some good news reported at last Saturday's general membership meeting. Although the State eliminated most funding for the Sonoma County Office of Education in the recent budget, the Center and DDS have stepped in with funding and classes for residents of Sonoma Developmental Center will continue.
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