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Promotora Program Expands, Community Health Workers Trained
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Lanterman Regional Center, along with Esperanza Housing, has expanded the Promotora Program with the recruitment and training of two additional promotoras that will be providing services to 52 newly enrolled Spanish-speaking Lanterman families.
In addition, starting in January, the Promotora program was replicated with the Korean Youth Community Center (KYCC), and two community health workers were recruited and began training to provide services to 20 Korean-speaking families.
"This model has proven to be a successful strategy in targeting disparities and increasing access to services for clients living at home with their parents," shares Rose Chacana, director, Koch-Young Resource Center. "The community health workers/promotoras build community trust through home visitations and mentoring. They are leaders in the community who speak the same language and understand the challenges our families face."
With training completed in April, work with families began right away. Pictured at the graduation/certification of the new promotoras/community health workers (from left to right): Norma Benitez, health director at Esperanza Housing, who oversees the Promotora Program and training of new community health workers/promotoras; Lisbeth Vilchez, new Spanish-speaking promotora for Esperanza; Juana Calel, new Spanish-speaking promotora for Esperanza; Geumjin "Ginny" Yoo, new community health worker for KYCC; Hannah Lim, new community health worker for KYCC; Nayon Kang, assistant division director for KYCC; and Jaime Cha McGrath, Lanterman family support specialist.
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Scrub a Dub, Dub...Soap Making Class Held for Adult Clients
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Jaime Cha McGrath, Lanterman family support specialist, recently led a four-session soap making class for adult clients.
Attended by a total of seven clients, some of whom came with a parent, adult sibling or aide, participants not only learned about the soap making process, but also about health and hygiene. And most importantly, they had an opportunity to make new friends.
All participants had hands on experience making the soaps themselves. They made soaps of different colors, shapes and fragrances. Once the soaps were ready, they packaged their products into gift bags to take home for themselves or give as a gift.
With lots of interest in another class, we are currently in the process of exploring locations to partner with to host future classes, and will keep everyone posted as to the next soap making opportunity.
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NLACRC Celebrates the 50th Anniversary of the Lanterman Act
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Lanterman Board Member Yudy Mazariegos and Executive Director Melinda Sullivan attended a celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Lanterman Developmental Disabilities Services Act hosted by North Los Angeles County Regional Center.
This celebration included a viewing of "We’re Here to Speak for Justice," a documentary on the founding of the regional center system. Carol Liu, former state senator, was also honored at the event and recognized as a tireless advocate for people with developmental disabilities during her terms.
Assemblymember Adrin Nazarian (46th District) was in attendance as well and stated that the documentary should be required viewing. He also encouraged regional center families to connect with their local representatives.
Top Photo (left to right): Diane Ambrose, deputy director of NLACRC; Lanterman Executive Director Melinda Sullivan; former State Senator Carol Liu; and George Stevens, executive director of NLACRC
Center Left Photo: Former State Senator Carol Liu
Center Right Photo: Steve Miller, retired executive director of Tierra del Sol
Bottom Photo (left to right): Assemblymember Adrin Nazarian and Lanterman Board Member Yudy Mazariegos
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May 6 ~ Open Sky for Autism
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Being held on Saturday, May 6, 2017, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Open Sky for Autism assists families living with autism and other developmental disabilities in gaining the confidence, comfort and enjoyment of air travel.
Open to the public with limited seating, Open Sky for Autism allows for vital acclimation, repetition and supervision during a commercial airport and passenger flight simulation.
The program features:
- Airport Arrival
- Ticketing, Check-in and Baggage Check
- TSA Security Screening
- Departure Lounge and Boarding
- In-Flight Simulation
- Deboarding
Open Sky for Autism's organizational partners provide expert, hands-on assistance at each of the stations ensuring a safe, educational experience.
There is $25 refundable deposit per family. The deposit will be immediately reimbursed upon checking into the event (see explanation on the registration page).
Reserve your space for the May 6 Open Sky for Autism event
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Notice of Settlement Issued
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A Notice of Settlement for the disability rights class action case Ochoa v. City of Long Beach has been issued. As further explained in the Notice, the Settlement addresses the accessibility of the City’s pedestrian right of way for individuals with mobility disabilities. The judge in Ochoa ordered plaintiff’s counsel to distribute this Notice to several specific disability rights organizations to ensure the Long Beach community with disabilities was aware of the settlement. For additional information, please visit www.dralegal.org/long-beach.
Read the complete Notice of Settlement
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Check Out the SFVBJ Article on AB 279
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The challenges facing the developmental services system in the San Fernando Valley region are presented in this recent two-page article (page 1 and page 2) in the San Fernando Valley Business Journal (SFVBJ) focused on AB 279. The bill, by Assemblymember Chris Holden, would fund costs associated with local minimum wage increases. ARCA is in support of the bill.
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New Business Acumen Monthly Webinar Series for Providers
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Join the National Association of States United for Aging and Disabilities for a monthly webinar to be held on the fourth Wednesday of every month at 12:30 p.m. Eastern.
The mission of community-based organizations (CBO) is rooted in supporting people with disabilities and/or older adults to have vibrant and meaningful lives in their community. This mission is achieved through a culture and philosophy that values person-centered practices, which in turn has yielded a highly customized and community specific provider network. With the movement toward integrated health care, join us to learn more about national efforts to help CBOs to sharpen their business skills in order to translate their mission and expertise into value-added partnerships with a variety of payers including managed care organizations.
Learn more about ACL's Business Acumen initiative to help states and community-based organizations build networks and respond to delivery system changes, including technical assistance, building business capacity for successful contracting with integrated care entities, and developing pathways to sustainability.
Learn more about the Business Acumen Webinar Series
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Mental Health Awareness Month
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Mental health affects how people think, feel and deal with challenges in life. Learn how to be mentally healthy.
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Learn About Positive Mental Health
Positive mental health can help you deal with challenges in life. Read more about positive mental health.
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Be an Optimist
One key to good mental health is optimism. Learn more about being positive.
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Think Positively
Thinking of three good things every day can help you think positively. Click here for tools for positive thinking.
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Feel Better with Laughter
Laughter can lower stress and make you feel happy. Watch this video and just laugh.
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To learn more about mental health, visit the DDS SafetyNet.
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Stay in Touch with Lanterman
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Find Lanterman’s Instagram Account
If you have an Instagram account, search for us @frankdlantermanrc and follow our page from your phone app.
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Have you heard? You now have another great way to keep up to date with what's going on at Lanterman - our Facebook page. Like and follow our page to find out about the latest trainings, meetings, events and other information related to Lanterman and our community. It's also a great way to find out what's going on in the general news with regards to developmental disabilities.
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Be the First to Know...Subscribe to Lanterman's E-mail Bulletins
It’s easy to subscribe to Lanterman’s e-mail bulletins. Simply visit lanterman.org and click on “Subscribe” to provide us with your e-mail address. You will automatically be signed up to receive e-mail bulletins about information related to Lanterman Regional Center’s general activities and events.
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Board Welcomes Your Attendance At Its Meetings
Anyone in the community is welcome to attend Lanterman’s board of directors meeting. The monthly meeting is conducted on the fourth Wednesday of the month at 6 p.m. Meetings are held at Lanterman Regional Center. Contact Frank Lara in advance at 213.252.4902 or flara@lanterman.org so you can be placed on the list of attendees.
Learn more about Lanterman's Board of Directors
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