FROM: Anthony Hill, M.A. J.D. Esq., Executive Director
March 23, 2020
Temporary Remote Service Delivery/Alternative Locations During COVID-19 Outbreak
Dear San Gabriel/Pomona Regional Center (SG/PRC) Community:
As you are aware the Coronavirus pandemic has created a substantial need for all of us to protect the health and safety of one another. We are meeting this responsibility through monitoring guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), California’s Department of Public Health (CDPH), local health officials and the Department of Developmental Services (DDS).
SG/PRC and our Service Providers are implementing published guidance regarding social distancing, discontinuing social gatherings, and other risk mitigation practices. SG/PRC will continue to monitor guidance from CDC, CDPH, and DDS, and we will adjust our policies and practices accordingly. Please connect with us on our webpage sgprc.org for periodic updates regarding our business functions and DDS directives.
On March 18th, 2020, DDS issued guidance temporarily waiving the requirement for services stated within the Individual Family Service Plan (IFSP) or Individual Program Plan (IPP) to be delivered in person or at a specific location. According to the DDS Directive, IFSP and IPP services may be delivered at an alternative location or remotely, after the Service Provider has obtained consent from the individual served, parent, guardian or legal representative for specific services (see attachment).
Remote service delivery options include Skype, Facetime, video conference or telephone conference. As expected, in-person service delivery may be essential to protect the health and safety of the individual served when the service is personal assistance, supported living, independent living or requires a crisis team due to the level of assistance or support delivered.
SG/PRC encourages the use of remote technology (telehealth/videohealth) service delivery to sustain relationships and to promote skill acquisition to protect the health and safety of individuals served, their families and Service Providers. It is during these times, when our mission to serve others guides us in finding innovative ways to meet our shared needs differently. Our partnership remains strong as always. Stay safe and take care of yourselves and your families. Your health and safety are of utmost importance to us
Kindest regards,
Anthony Hill, M.A. Esq.
Executive Director
San Gabriel/Pomona Regional Center
Letter from Mr. Hill re: Temporary Remote Service Delivery/Alternative Locations During COVID-19 Outbreak (PDF)
Carta del Sr. Hill sobre Prestación de Servicios a Distancia/Ubicación Alterna Durante el Brote del COVID-19 (PDF)