Initial inquiry
A coordinator can contact us to discuss general needs, timing, and whether the home may warrant further review.
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For service coordinators
Clear communication supports a better residential match.
Dignity Living can receive inquiries from Regional Center service coordinators, including coordinators working with Frank D. Lanterman Regional Center, when exploring residential options.
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Understanding Regional Center Referral
What this means
in practice.
Dignity Living can receive inquiries from Regional Center service coordinators, including coordinators working with Frank D. Lanterman Regional Center, when exploring residential options.
“The individual’s dignity, preferences, relationships, and goals belong at the center.”
01Initial inquiry02Collaborative review03No automatic placement
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The details that matter
A principle is useful
only when it changes the day.
Collaborative review
The individual, their chosen supporters, and the appropriate planning team remain central to the process.
No automatic placement
A referral begins a conversation. Placement depends on fit, availability, required planning, and applicable authorization.
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What to expect
From an idea to
everyday practice.
Regional Center service coordinators can contact Dignity Living when exploring residential options for an individual. Initial communication can focus on general needs, timing, availability, and whether further review may be useful.
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Share basic context
Provide contact details, your relationship to the inquiry, the general reason for reaching out, and the referral pathway if known.
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Ask and learn
Discuss the home, broad needs, availability, visits, assessment, authorization, timing, and the people who should participate.
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Plan carefully
If there may be a fit, use an appropriate secure process for detailed information, required reviews, and transition planning.
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Questions worth bringing
You do not need every answer before reaching out.
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Who should participate in the first conversation?
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What information is useful now, and what should wait for a secure channel?
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How are visits and household compatibility considered?
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What decisions belong to the Regional Center or planning team?
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Common questions
Helpful context,
without assumptions.
Can a family contact Dignity Living without a referral?＋
Yes. A family or representative can ask general questions directly, although a Regional Center coordinator may still be involved in formal planning or authorization.
Does referral guarantee a placement?＋
No. Referral begins a conversation and individualized review; it does not guarantee fit, availability, authorization, or admission.
Should records be uploaded through the contact form?＋
No. The public form is only for basic contact information and a brief, non-sensitive message.
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Official resources
Continue with
trusted information.
Start with a conversation