Personal Assistance Services
Eugene Del Rosario, PAS Coordinator
Ph. (213) 627-0477 ext. 213
E-mail: emdelrosario@calif-ilc.org
Must make appointment prior to visit.
Peer Counseling
Independent Living Skills
Justice Pak, Peer Counselor/ILS Coordinator
Ph. (213) 627-0477 ext. 202
E-mail: jpak@calif-ilc.org
Must make appointment prior to visit.
Support for individuals who are struggling with disability related issues and problems. We provide one-on-one peer counseling or mentoring in a group setting. We also provide training in the day-to-day independent living skills necessary for self-directed and empowered living along with identifying community resources that support self-sufficiency. The Peer Counselor provides training and guidance in money management, education, communication skills, crisis management, etc. Volunteer peer mentors paired with consumers are persons with disabilities who have achieved a high degree of self-reliance in their everyday lives.
Cross Disability Peer Counseling
Assistance and support designed to increase interpersonal skills and understanding of multiple disabilities among family, groups and social circles toward greater participation in society’s mainstream activities promoting trust and reducing social isolation.
Peer Counseling
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Peer Mentoring
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One-on-One Peer Counseling
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Group Meetings
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Recreational activities
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Living Well With A Disability Classes
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LA Food Bank/Food Support Program
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Counseling Monday afternoons with Dr. Rita Seiden LCSW, Ph.D
Independent Living Skills Training
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Living Well With A Disability
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CALIF Café – Economic Development & Micro-Business-- T-shirt printing & Other Businesses
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Art Classes – Painting
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Art & Sign Business with Desktop Publishing
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Arts & Crafts (Using Recyclable Materials)
Provide information about personal care options for individuals with disabilities, help them access the In-Home Supportive Services Program, develop skills and knowledge in interviewing, hiring, management and self-evaluation of personal assistants, interpreters, readers and drivers. CALIF has a registry of properly interviewed personal care attendants who get a background check and proper training by the Personal Assistance Services Council. The PAS Advocate also assists in the IHSS appeal process as well as the preparation for the home visit by the county social worker.
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CALIF PAS Registry: Attendant interviews, background checks and matching
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In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) assistance
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PAS trainings
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Collaboration with Clockwork Home Health Care Services: www.ClockworkHealthcare.com
Systems Change
Cynde Soto, Systems Change Advocate
Dina Garcia, Systems Change Advocate
Daniel Garcia, Systems Change Advocate--
Housing
Ph: (213) 627-0477 ext. 206 (Cynde)
Ph: (213) 627-0477 ext. 203 (Dina)
Ph: (213) 627-0477 ext. 205 (Daniel)
E-mail: csoto@calif-ilc.org
E-mail: dinagarcia@calif-ilc.org
E-mail: dgarcia@calif-ilc.org
Must make appointment prior to visit.
SERVICES
Information and Referral
Eugene Del Rosario, I&R Specialist
Ph. (213) 627-0477 ext. 213
E-mail: emdelrosario@calif-ilc.org
No appointment needed.
Provide information and referral to persons with disabilities through the use of the most up-to-date communication technology, community forums and other means, provide relevant information and resource referrals to consumers regarding activities, programs and services, news updates and legislative activities available in the community.
Monitor the different government systems and programs, laws and local ordinances that affect people with disabilities in their formulation and implementation to ensure their access, quality of life, and independence. We also provide civil rights education, leadership training and networking with businesses, disability groups, schools and churches.
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Leadership Through Advocacy Courses
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Legislative visits
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State Capitol Action Day
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Civil Rights training
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Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Education
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Paratransit Coalition Networking
Supportive and Volunteer Services
Yolanda Ramirez, IL Program Director
Ph. (213) 627-0477 ext. 212
E-mail: yramirez@calif-ilc.org
No appointment needed.
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Metro Rider Relief Transportation Program
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Youth Outreach
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National Asian Pacific Center on Aging
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Title 5 Area on Aging
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DOR’s OJT Internship Program
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Community Service Program (through Volunteer Center of Los Angeles)
Updated 1/22/19