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Directives

The Department frequently distributes guidance and instructions on policy issues to regional centers (RC). All directives, program guidelines, guidance documents, and correspondence are shared here.

  • Directives are instructions RCs must follow.
  • Program Guidelines are rules RCs must follow for specific programs.
  • Guidance documents share details on items RCs are encouraged to do or approaches to consider, but are not mandated.
  • Correspondence documents are how the Department shares helpful information with the RCs.

Access the latest directives, guidance, and policy updates from the Department.

Filter Directives

  • March 3, 2023

    Updated Rate Schedules for Community Care Facilities Effective January 1, 2023 (Minimum Wage Increase)

  • March 2, 2023Self-Determination Program

    Self-Determination Program: Updates to Billing Processes

  • March 2, 2023

    Appeals Process Implementation

  • February 28, 2023

    Purchase of Service Data Meetings and Reporting

  • February 28, 2023

    Requirements Waived: Behavioral Therapy Services & Clinical Assessment Activities For Lanterman Act Eligibility

  • February 16, 2023

    Extension of Waivers, Modifications and Directives due to COVID-19

  • February 13, 2023

    Resumption of the Parental Fee Program

  • February 10, 2023Regional Center Performance Measures

    Regional Center Performance Measures – Equity and Cultural Competency, Linguistic Diversity

  • January 27, 2023Coordinated Family Supports

    Coordinated Family Support Services Pilot Program for Adult Consumers Who Reside with Their Family

  • January 26, 2023

    Extension of Waivers, Modifications and Directives due to COVID-19

  • January 25, 2023

    Reimbursement for Early Start Provider Training

  • January 24, 2023Home and Community-Based Services

    Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Final Rule: Action Required for Non-Compliant Service Providers

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