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Participant Spotlight – Josh’s Path to Joy, Confidence, and Creative Independence with Self-Determination

Participant Spotlight – Josh’s Path to Joy, Confidence, and Creative Independence with Self-Determination

If you’ve ever had the joy of meeting Josh Lockwood-Wewer, you quickly realize he’s someone…

Participant Spotlight – Meghan’s Recipe for Independence and Inclusion Through Self-Direction

Participant Spotlight – Meghan’s Recipe for Independence and Inclusion Through Self-Direction

October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), and SequoiaSD is proud to spotlight Meghan…

Self-Determination News | June 2025 e-Newsletter

The June LKiChoice e-Newsletter covers recent Self-Determination news and updates relevant to Direct Care Professionals,…

Celebrating Pride Month: Honoring Identity, Love, and Self-Direction

Celebrating Pride Month: Honoring Identity, Love, and Self-Direction

At SequoiaSD, we’re proud to stand with the LGBTQIA+ community this Pride Month. Pride is…

Self-Determination News | SequoiaSD March e-Newsletter

The March SequoiaSD e-Newsletter covers recent California Self-Determination news and updates relevant to Direct Care…

Self-Determination Stories | Ryan’s Journey to Independence

Self-Determination Stories | Ryan’s Journey to Independence

Note – Ryan Klotz is an enrolled participant with SequoiaSD’s sister company, Personal Accounting Services…

Independent Living Centers and their Role in Self-Determination

Independent Living Centers and their Role in Self-Determination

What Are Independent Living Centers (ILCs)? Independent Living Centers are community-based organizations run by and…

Autism Acceptance Month - April

World Autism Acceptance Month: SequoiaSD Celebrates Month of Inclusion and Awareness

April is World Autism Acceptance Month (WAAM). This month SequoiaSD promotes understanding, inclusion, and support…

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Disability Disaster Assistance – How to Access Support After Southern California Wildfires

SequoiaSD wants to provide you with resources to support you. This year, wildfires in Southern…

Self-Determination News | SequoiaSD December e-Newsletter

The December SequoiaSD e-Newsletter covers recent California Self-Determination news and updates relevant to Direct Care…

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Self-Determination Resources | Getting Started with Participant Dashboard

What is Participant Dashboard and How Do I get Set-up? SequoiaSD Participants, who have a…

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Direct Care Professional Resources from National Family Caregivers Month

Helpful Resources from National Family Caregivers Month Caregiver Action Network Recognizing and Supporting Caregivers from…

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Self Determination Resources | Getting Around Participant Dashboard

Participant Dashboard is available through FMS One. Participants and approved representatives can view their budget…

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SequoiaSD Celebrates World Alzheimer’s Day

On September 21, we will be celebrating World Alzheimer’s Day, in culmination of World Alzheimer’s…

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Free Self-Advocate Training Program From Disability Voices United

A self-advocate training program from Disability Voices United can support you in sharing your story…

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Respite Care Training for New Providers from the ACL

Entry-level respite providers have a new training option from the ARCH National Respite Network and…

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DVRW Supports Your Voice Being Heard

Last week was Disability Voting Rights Week (DVRW). DVRW was celebrated from September 9-13 and…

March 2024 Newsletter

The March 2024 SequoiaSD e-Newsletter covers recent news and updates regarding consumer-directed care services in…

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SequoiaSD Celebrates Older Americans Month in May

May is right around the corner and SequoiaSD is looking forward to celebrating Older Americans…

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Linda and Isaac’s Journey to Independence with SequoiaSD

In Orange County, California, Linda and her 27-year-old son, Isaac, are achieving independence through their…

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California DDS Announces DSP Training Stipend Program

The Department of Developmental Services has announced a training stipend program. The program allows DSPs…

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CDC Respiratory Disease Update and How to Protect Yourself

The CDC released its respiratory disease season update earlier this month. It provides updates on…

December 2023 Newsletter

The March 2024 SequoiaSD e-Newsletter covers recent news and updates regarding consumer-directed care services in…

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Department of Developmental Services Issues Guidance on Remote Services

The Department of Developmental Services has new guidance for remote services in the Self-Determination Program…

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Department of Developmental Services Updates Guidance on Goods and Services

The Department of Developmental Services updated its guidelines on the use of goods and services…

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CDC Reminders for COVID-19 and Flu Vaccines

As cold and flu-season gears up, the CDC has issued reminders to receive your COVID-19…

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AARP Releases 2023 LTSS State Scorecard

AARP recently released its 2023 Long Term Services and Supports (LTSS) Scorecard. The Scorecard helps…

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The Value of Using Web Entry for Timesheets

Web Entry is an online way track your hours daily instead of filling out a…

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