6) Independent Living Centers (ILCs)
& State Disability Services


DOR Independent Living

The California Department of Rehabilitation’s Independent Living website helps people with disabilities across the state access services, resources, and advocacy so they can live independently and fully participate in their communities.

DOR Independent Living

Access California Transportation

Case management service assists clients with accessing essential community travel and transportation resources.

Access California Transportation

Access to Independence

Operated by and for people with disabilities, the center promotes independent living through advocacy and resources.

Access to Independence

California Dept of Aging, Area Agencies on Aging

The state department assists in locating local Area Agencies on Aging, which provide senior and disability services by county.

California Dept of Aging, Area Agencies on Aging

California Dept of Developmental Services

Services and support are provided by this department to individuals with developmental disabilities.

California Dept of Developmental Services

Community Services for

Employment, training, and various social services are tailored to the Deaf and hard-of-hearing community.

Community Services for

Easter Seals

The organization provides services, education, and advocacy to help individuals with disabilities and their families.

Easter Seals

Golden Empire Transit- On Demand Paratransit

Shared-ride transportation is provided for individuals with disabilities who are unable to use fixed-route bus services in the Bakersfield area.

Golden Empire Transit- On Demand Paratransit

Public Transportation

Information and resources on various transportation options available for people with disabilities in California are provided.

Public Transportation