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Links and resources for patients, families, and providers

The following sections contain helpful links and information about funding sources, adaptive shoes and clothing, advocacy services, and adaptive recreation and sports.

Learn about upcoming events, conferences and camps.

Adaptive shoe and clothing recommendations

Shoes to accommodate braces

Easy on/off shoes


State-funded Resources

Access to therapies, equipment, medical treatment and case management

Early Start (birth - 3 years)

The Early Start (ES) program is California’s early intervention program for infants and toddlers with developmental delays or at risk for having a developmental disability and their families.

Children 3-17 and Adults

To be eligible for services, a person must have a disability that begins before the individual’s 18th birthday that is expected to continue indefinitely and present a substantial disability. Qualifying conditions include intellectual disability, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, autism, and other disabling conditions.

Children and young adults, birth - age 21

The CCS program provides diagnostic and treatment services, medical case management, and physical and occupational therapy services to children under age 21 with CCS-eligible medical conditions. Examples of CCS-eligible conditions include, but are not limited to, chronic medical conditions such as cystic fibrosis, hemophilia, cerebral palsy, heart disease, cancer, traumatic injuries, and infectious diseases producing major sequelae.

Program overview

 

HOW TO APPLY:

  1. Fill out the CCS application
    1. English
    2. Spanish
  2. Submit to your county CCS office

Adaptive Sports and Recreation

SoCal Trykers

Assisting people in obtaining Amtryke adaptive tricycles to encourage mobility and independence


Contact: [email protected]
Phone: (714) 356-4475
Website: SoCalTrykers

PlayLA Adaptive Sports

Multiple Los Angeles locations

Free swimming, equestrian, volleyball, archery, tennis, JUDO, surfing, basketball, soccer, and skateboarding classes

Contact: [email protected]
Phone: (310) 202-2803
Website: PlayLA Adaptive Sports

Angel City Sports

Multiple Los Angeles locations

Free adaptive sports and recreation events for youth and adults: swimming, functional fitness, golf, track and field, air rifle, and more

Adaptive sports camps

Angel City Games: adaptive sports festival (Summer 2025)

Contact: [email protected]
Website: Angel City Sports

SoCal Adaptive Sports

Riverside County

Free and low-cost adaptive sports and recreation events for youth and adults: golf, bowling, hiking, archery, and many more

Adaptive sports after school programs

Contact: [email protected]
Website: SoCal Adaptive Sports

Playmakers

Long Beach

Adaptive baseball and basketball leagues, dance lessons

Contact: [email protected]
Phone: (562) 689-5939
Website: Playmakers

Isla Vista Community Services District

Santa Barbara

Accessible recreation and adaptive fitness, including cycling, golf, kayaking, yoga, and wheelchair sports

Contact: (805) 569-8999 x82101
Website: Isla Vista Community Services District

KEEN (Kids Enjoy Exercise Now)

Downtown Los Angeles

Free accessible physical activities and fun: basketball, swimming, dance, art, and more

Virtual library of physical activities to participate in at home

Contact: [email protected]
Phone: (213) 276-1777
Website: KEEN (Kids Enjoy Exercise Now)

Casa Colina Fitness After Therapy

Independent fitness programs (Pool and Land) – initial evaluation and development of an exercise program, followed by open access to the gym or pool during opening hours. Participants may work out independently or with the help of a family member/caregiver

  • For those who are unable to use the equipment independently and do not have someone to assist them, rehabilitation aides are available for an additional fee

Location: Pomona, CA
Contact: (909) 596-7733, ext. 3500
Website: Casa Colina Fitness After Therapy

C.O.R.E (Center of Restorative Exercise)

Inclusive fitness facility with specialized equipment

Location: Northridge, CA
Contact: [email protected]
Phone: (818) 718-2673
Website: C.O.R.E (Center of Restorative Exercise)

Staying Driven

Inclusive virtual group fitness classes

Location: Zoom
Website: Staying Driven

AdaptFit

Inclusive group fitness classes and yoga

Location: Los Alamitos, CA
Contact: [email protected]
Phone: (562) 794-9330
Website: AdaptFit

Planet Fitness

Most locations now have adaptive exercise equipment, including hand cycles and adaptive ellipticals. We recommend calling your preferred location to confirm!

Website: Planet Fitness

ZOOZ Fitness

Personal training, group workouts, and virtual sessions for kids, teens, and adults

Vendored through North LA County and Westside Regional Centers

Location: Woodland Hills, CA and virtual
Contact: (818) 646-6914
Website: ZOOZ Fitness

CrossFit 1904

Adaptive strength and conditioning classes

Location: San Diego, CA
Contact: (619) 693-6784
Website: CrossFit 1904

The Adaptive Athlete

Group fitness, basketball, gymnastics, volleyball, dance

Location: Upland, CA
Contact: [email protected]
Phone: (909) 931-2764
Website: The Adaptive Athlete

W.O.W. Fitness and Wellness

Wheelchair fitness classes and personal trainers

Virtual classes available

Contact: [email protected]
Website: W.O.W. Fitness and Wellness

TOPSoccer CalSouth

A community-based recreational program specifically designed to help athletes with physical and mental disabilities participate in soccer

Main website: TOPSoccer CalSouth

Multiple Locations:

A Walk on Water 

Free surf therapy events

We welcome Athletes of any disability or need to experience life-changing AWOW Surf Therapy

Location: Multiple locations in Southern California
Contact: [email protected]
Phone: (424) 334-1773
Website: A Walk on Water 

Mighty Under Dogs

A dedicated team of surfers who understand and share the healing powers of ocean therapy

Location: Malibu
Contact: [email protected]
Phone: (310) 579-5093
Website: Mighty Under Dogs

Life Rolls On

Free adaptive sport events: surfing, skating, and fishing

Location: Multiple locations in Southern California
For more information: fill out the contact form for the event you’re interested in or call (424) 272-1992
Website: Life Rolls On

THERAsurf

Free surf therapy events

Location: Multiple locations in Southern California
Contact: [email protected]
Website: THERAsurf

Waves4All

Free adaptive surfing sessions and adaptive sailing

Location: San Diego, CA
Contact: [email protected]
Phone: (858) 531-0442
Website: Waves4All

United States Adaptive Recreation Center

Adaptive skiing, snowboarding, and sit-ski lessons

Location: Big Bear, CA
Contact: [email protected]
Phone: (909) 584-0269
Website: USARC


Patient and family support, education, and advocacy

For more than 40 years, DRC has worked to advance the rights of Californians with disabilities in education, employment, housing, independence, health, and safety, and has grown into the largest disability rights organization in the nation.

We work in litigation, legal representation, advocacy services, investigations, public policy, and provide information, advice, referral, and community outreach.

Programs aim to promote equality and end discrimination. Advocacy, representation, and support is available in the areas of education, employment, civil rights, healthcare, housing, regional center services, mental health, voting, and criminal justice.

Phone: 1-800-776-5746

Website: Disability Rights California

Inclusive Sol is dedicated to fostering inclusivity and equitable access for families of children with disabilities, serving as a resource and advocacy hub for those navigating the challenges of cerebral palsy

Website: Inclusive Sol

Inclusive Sol

United Cerebral Palsy was founded in 1949. Today, our network of affiliates in the United States and Canada provide a wide range of services annually to more than 154,000 children and adults with cerebral palsy and other disabilities. 

These services include information and resource referral, advocacy, research, educational instruction, home- and community-based services, early intervention therapies, job coaching, integrated employment support, recreational opportunities, and community-based residential programs. 

We are committed to the belief that all people with disabilities should be treated as equal members of an inclusive society.

Contact: [email protected]

Phone: (800) 872-5827 

Website: United Cerebral Palsy

Cerebral Palsy Alliance is a ground-breaking, global centre of expertise for cerebral palsy services and support, research, technology and innovation, and advocacy based in Australia. Our alliance of great minds work together to deliver a world of opportunity for people with cerebral palsy and similar disabilities, and their families.

Contact: [email protected]

Website: Cerebral Palsy Alliance

The Cerebral Palsy Foundation is a 501(c)3 tax-exempt organization that defines and addresses Moments of Impact – the times at which interventions and insights, if properly implemented, have the power to change lives.

Our Collaborative Networks bring together many of the country’s most prestigious medical institutions, as well as innovative thinkers in diverse areas such as technology and media, in order to accelerate not only the development of critical advances, but also their delivery.

While our work of course includes important strides being made toward the eventual prevention of cerebral palsy and developmental disabilities, our focus is on the translational research, clinical application and knowledge transfer that can dramatically change lives today.

Phone: (212) 520-1686

Website: Cerebral Palsy Foundation

The State Council on Developmental Disabilities (SCDD) is established by state and federal law as an independent state agency to ensure that people with developmental disabilities and their families receive the services and supports they need.

Consumers know best what supports and services they need to live independently and to actively participate in their communities. Through advocacy, capacity building and systemic change, SCDD works to achieve a consumer and family-based system of individualized services, supports, and other assistance.

The Council advocates, promotes and implements policies and practices that achieve self-determination, independence, productivity and inclusion in all aspects of community life for Californians with developmental disabilities and their families.

Contact: [email protected]

Phone: (916) 263-7919 

Websites: State Council on Developmental Disabilities

                Los Angeles Regional Office

The DRLC's Civil Rights Litigation Program provides holistic legal assistance to people with disabilities and invests in otherwise neglected communities by advocating for equality, inclusion, and access. These cases aim to create systemic changes that benefit the entire disability community by reshaping attitudes, challenging perceptions, and influencing future policies, procedures, and structures to effect positive change for people with disabilities nationwide.

DRLC’s cases and work within the Civil Rights Litigation Program address the following issues: Education access; pedestrian rights of way; health and safety for incarcerated people; reasonable modifications to state and government policies and practices; translation services in hospital settings; effective communication in public services; housing access; criminalization of the unhoused; service animals; children in foster care; voting rights; access to benefits; and juvenile justice.   

Contact: [email protected]

Phone: (213) 736-1031

Website: Disability Rights Legal Center


Educational Resources

The Help Group is one of the nation’s leading nonprofits dedicated to serving children, adolescents, and adults with autism spectrum disorder, learning disabilities, ADHD, developmental delays, abuse, and emotional challenges.

This non-profit offers nine specialized schools for children with learning differences, as well as adult transitional programs. Additional resources and programs include mental health support, parent support groups, therapies, and clubs and activities. 

Location: six campuses across the LA area

Phone: (818) 781-0360

Website: The Help Group

Programs and events to help parents navigate the special education system

Phone: (323) 221-6696

Website: Fiesta Educativa


Social and Community Activities

Adrian's Place is a community hub for teens and young adults to come together, share and spend time with friends. Offering dance, social skills, sports, cooking, and arts classes, as well as camps and events

Location: Santa Monica

Contact: (310) 581-8101

Website: Adrian's Place

Friendship Circle exists to bring friendship and inclusion to children and young adults with special needs through a variety of social, recreational and educational programs and offers support and respite to their families.

Social, sports, dance, and arts activities for children, adults, and their families.

Location: Newport Beach

Phone: 949-721-9800

Email: [email protected]

Website: Friendship Circle