City of Santa Clarita’s Special Needs Registry (SNR) is a safety tool/database to help Santa Clarita Deputies recognize and respond to individuals with special needs in an emergency or interaction with first responders or if the person is lost, found, or needs help. A person of any age with any type of medical condition or disability may enroll.

Include NYC\’s Help Line delivers direct assistance to parents, caregivers, & professionals in English, Spanish, & other languages on disability related topics.

General Relief (GR) is a county-funded program that provides cash aid for adults without income, and children in certain special circumstances who are ineligible for federal or state programs.

AbleGamers provides a free online resource that helps educate gamers with disabilities about assistive technologies that remove barriers from making video games accessible.

The CDE offers information about parents\’ rights for parents of students with disabilities receiving special education services, as well as resources on who to get in contact with, and how, if in need of further assistance.

Hearing Loss Association of America provides information for individuals who may need assistive devices and resources for their hearing loss. Resources include information on where to find free specialized telephones and sign language classes.

Seniors 65 years of age or older who have a disability recognized by medicare can find resources to gain access to transportation services.

Whittier Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Department provides a Social Services Information and Referral line where residents can call to get connected with resources such as housing, in-home care, assisted living, emergency food, and shelter.

MHAS provides free attorneys to advocate for children with special needs. Attorneys advocate for necessary services with parents, draft special education compliance complaints, and serve as a resource in disability law for the community.

Service Center for Independent Life offers independent living skills training including personal care, financial management, household management, academics, social skills and participation in community sponsored activities.

Saddle Up Therapeutic Riding Stables offers a horseback riding program designed for physically and mentally challenged individuals. The program helps improve a student’s self-confidence, muscle relaxation, strength and flexibility, and enhance balance and coordination.

ALP offers comprehensive ABA programs at their centers. Engaging in therapy at the center allows children to practice skills learned at home in a less familiar setting, with a focus on school readiness.

Wayfinder\’s Special Education School provides a safe, positive learning environment for children, youth, and adults ages 5 to 22 from Los Angeles County and surrounding areas who live with moderate-to-severe disabilities and varying levels of medical, physical and behavioral challenges.

CAC provides adaptive, assistive, or rehabilitation products geared towards providing greater independence to those with disabilities or limited abilities, such as mobility devices, lifts, grab bars, hearing devices and large button phones.

Whittier Union Adult School offers Adult Basic Education (ABE) classes in writing, reading, and math. Courses are offered at beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels. Classes for adults living with disabilities are also offered.

The City of Whittier Dial-a-Ride (DAR) Plus program for seniors and individuals with a permanent or temporary qualifying disability provides transportation services to medical and dental appointments outside of City of Whittier limits.

Antelope Valley Transit Authority\’s Dial-a-Ride Service offers seniors age 62 and older, and people with disabilities, discount curb-to-curb van service. A Personal Care Assistant (PCA) may ride with the individual at no cost.

The California Telephone Access Program (CTAP) provides free specialized phones and accessories for mobile phones that make it easier to hear, dial, and call.

The Restaurant Meals Program is a CalFresh program that allows seniors (age 60 and over) and those experiencing homelessness or a disability to use their Golden State Advantage (EBT) cards to purchase meals from participating restaurants.

America\’s Drug Card offers a prescription drug discount card to the general public regardless of age or income. The discount drug card can be used once or more. Discount card provides, on average, a discount of 15% on brand name and 55% on generic drugs. The card covers the entire household and there are no deductibles or claim forms to file.