Respite - The Gift of Time A must read article about the benefits of respite care
Fact Sheet on Respite for Children with Disabilities Defines respite and family support
Other Important Fact Sheets on Respite and Family Support
Title 17 California Code of Regulations for In-Home Respite Services Agencies
Respite - A Parent's Perspective - An enlightening article all Respite Caregivers should read.
Lifespan Respite Task Force - Principles of a Quality Respite Care System
Want info about the implementation of the Family Cost Participation Program (FCPP or "Parental Co-Pay"
or "Share of Cost")? Arc of CA has info on their website to educate families.
Caregiver Resource Guide - Check out our biweekly publication to help our
Respite Caregivers find and create fun things to do during their respite time.
Click on the happy face icon to the right to be taken to the most recent issue.
Fact Sheet on Respite for Children with Disabilities Defines respite and family support
Other Important Fact Sheets on Respite and Family Support
Title 17 California Code of Regulations for In-Home Respite Services Agencies
Respite - A Parent's Perspective - An enlightening article all Respite Caregivers should read.
Lifespan Respite Task Force - Principles of a Quality Respite Care System
Want info about the implementation of the Family Cost Participation Program (FCPP or "Parental Co-Pay"
or "Share of Cost")? Arc of CA has info on their website to educate families.
Caregiver Resource Guide - Check out our biweekly publication to help our
Respite Caregivers find and create fun things to do during their respite time.
Click on the happy face icon to the right to be taken to the most recent issue.
Thanks to Cumulus Media Group of Ventura County for their ongoing, unwaivering support of local families
and the importance of respite care.
From Jan - Feb 2007, they began airing a Public Service Announcement (PSA) to promote public
awareness of the importance of early detection of developmental delays. The spot aired on B95.1, KHAY,
AM1450 the Boomer, and 103.3 The Vibe. The PSA was sponsored by Channel Islands Social Services
and the Ventura County Autism Society. Hear it now
and the importance of respite care.
From Jan - Feb 2007, they began airing a Public Service Announcement (PSA) to promote public
awareness of the importance of early detection of developmental delays. The spot aired on B95.1, KHAY,
AM1450 the Boomer, and 103.3 The Vibe. The PSA was sponsored by Channel Islands Social Services
and the Ventura County Autism Society. Hear it now
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Spring 2008 4/08 En Espanol
Fall 2007 10/07 En Espanol
Spring 2007 4/07 En Espanol
Winter 2006 1/06 En Espanol
Autumn 2005 10/05 En Espanol
Summer 2005
Spring 2008 4/08 En Espanol
Fall 2007 10/07 En Espanol
Spring 2007 4/07 En Espanol
Winter 2006 1/06 En Espanol
Autumn 2005 10/05 En Espanol
Summer 2005
| Local Family Support Groups & Resources |
Rainbow Family Resource Center & Library Ventura County Autism Society
Family Resources in Ventura County Pause4Kids
TCRC's list of Services & Supports
Family Resources in Ventura County Pause4Kids
TCRC's list of Services & Supports
| Helpful Links |
TCRC's respite packet about new regulations Info on Family Cost Participation Program (FCPP)
National Respite Coalition
Tri-Counties Regional Center
National Respite Coalition
Tri-Counties Regional Center
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Channel Islands Social Services
In-Home Respite Care for Ventura County Families
In-Home Respite Care for Ventura County Families
| CISS Radio Spots & PSA's |
Please note that due to the declining state
budget, the CISS newsletters have been put
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Most current newsletter:
Spring 2009: English En Espanol
budget, the CISS newsletters have been put
on hold. Please sign up for our monthly
E-Newsletter by sending us your email
address.
Most current newsletter:
Spring 2009: English En Espanol
| Community Partners |
Behavioral Service Providers:
Addison Behavioral Resources
Children's Developmental Milestones
Holdsambeck & Associates
STAR Autism
Lori Singer
Social Skills Providers:
Creating Inclusive Opportunities (CIO)
Inclusive Education & Community Partnership (IECP)
Yellen & Assoc.
Addison Behavioral Resources
Children's Developmental Milestones
Holdsambeck & Associates
STAR Autism
Lori Singer
Social Skills Providers:
Creating Inclusive Opportunities (CIO)
Inclusive Education & Community Partnership (IECP)
Yellen & Assoc.
Here is a list of some of our partners. Please email us if you would like to suggest others!
Early Intervention Providers:
Amigo Baby
Children's Therapy Network
Communication Matters
Developmental Milestones, Inc.
Easter Seals
Simi Valley Adventist CDC
Speech Therapists (all ages):
Mindy Newhouse, SLP, Communication Matters
Shamim Haldankar, SLP
Amigo Baby
Children's Therapy Network
Communication Matters
Developmental Milestones, Inc.
Easter Seals
Simi Valley Adventist CDC
Speech Therapists (all ages):
Mindy Newhouse, SLP, Communication Matters
Shamim Haldankar, SLP
Channel Islands Social Services
(805) 384-0983 Fax (805) 384-0986
900 Calle Plano, Suite K, Camarillo, CA 93012
(805) 384-0983 Fax (805) 384-0986
900 Calle Plano, Suite K, Camarillo, CA 93012
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