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The Regional Center of Orange County (RCOC) is a private, nonprofit organization contracted by the State of California to coordinate lifelong services and support for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families. The regional center is the first stop for those seeking to obtain local services and support to help them live safely and with dignity in the community. RCOC serves over 26,000 Orange County residents with autism, epilepsy, cerebral palsy, and intellectual cognitive disabilities.
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News and Announcements
October 18, 2024

The Family Outcomes Survey focuses on the helpfulness of early intervention. Your feedback is crucial so the department can learn about your experience and improve the Early Start program. If […]


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September 19, 2024

Learn more about California’s regional centers, our history, and the services we provide in a fun, animated way! Special thanks to Tri-Counties Regional Center for their leadership and support in […]


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July 26, 2024

Please join us in celebrating and congratulating DDS Director, Nancy Bargmann, on her upcoming retirement. To read the full announcement, please visit the DDS website.


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Resources
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Resources & Support Groups

Families and loved ones of individuals with developmental disabilities have various community resources available. Check out our Recreation Resource  Guides Recreation Resource Guide  Guía de Recursos de Recreación  – Español […]

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Community Resource Development

Making Plans for the Future Regional Center of Orange County (RCOC) considers the following areas to be priorities when submitting proposals to the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) for the […]

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