PSI Training ScheduleProgram & Service In-service and Special Topic Training Schedule
Frank D. Lanterman Regional Center
Programs and Services Division/In‐service & Special Topic Training 2025
01/09/25
PSI – DDS Data Collection Changes
9:00 am 11:00 am
This In service will cover changes in the DDS data collection via SANDIS in the areas of Race, Ethnicity, Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity, Residence and Status Codes.
Presenter: Srbui Ovsepyan, Assistant Executive Director, FDLRC
Please Note: This in-service will start at 9:00 with announcements intended for all Programs and Services Staff.
02/13/25
PSI - Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity (SOGI) Data Collection
9:00 am 11:00 am
This training will provide practical solutions for Service Coordinators to enhance their work with LGBTQ+ individuals. After the training the participants will be able to:
- Understand the significance of LGBTQ+ data collection
- Acquire knowledge of LGBTQ+ terminology and community nuances
- Develop effective strategies for sensitive data collection conversations
- Address privacy concerns and navigate complex family dynamics
Presenter: Amber Carey-Navarrete, Easter Seals So CA
Please Note: This in-service will start at 9:00 with announcements intended for all Programs and Services Staff.
03/13/25
PSI – Assistive Technology Program with ATEC
9:00 am 11:00 am
Presentation will cover overview of Lanterman's Assistive Technology Program. Overview will include: services, referral process, and timelines.
Presenter: Rose Chacana, Associate Director
Please Note: This in-service will start at 9:00 with announcements intended for all Programs and Services Staff.
04/10/25 PSI – HCBS Modifications
9:00 am 11:00 am
An HCBS Final Rule requirement modification refers to a change or exception to the standard requirements of the Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Final Rule, which mandates that Medicaid beneficiaries receive services in settings that are integrated into the community. These modifications are permissible only when justified by a specific, individualized assessed need and documented in the person-centered service plan.
Here's a what you’ll learn
What is the HCBS Final Rule?
Why are Modifications Necessary?
What are the Conditions for Modifications?
Presenter: Sonia Garibay, QA Manager/HCBS Program Evaluator
Please Note: This in-service will start at 9:00 with announcements intended for all Programs and Services Staff.
05/08/25
PSI – HCBS Waiver Audit Findings (School Age Units)
9:00 am 11:00 am
This In service will cover HCBS Waiver Audit findings and recommendations.
Presenter: Kirsis Murillo, FDLRC
Please Note: This in-service will start at 9:00 with announcements intended for all Programs and Services Staff.
05/15/25
PSI – HCBS Waiver Audit Findings (Adult Units)
9:30 am 11:00 am
This In service will cover HCBS Waiver Audit findings and recommendations.
Presenter: Kirsis Murillo, FDLRC
06/12/25
PSI – SDP
9:00 am 11:00 am
This training will provide a comprehensive update to the Center’s implementation of SDP, as well as the SC’s role in ensuring quality outcomes and support for all SDP participants.
Presenters: Megan Mendes, Associate Director Client and Family Services – Ongoing Units,
Karina Michel, SDP Coordinator
Please Note: This in-service will start at 9:00 with announcements intended for all Programs and Services Staff.
07/10/25
PSI - SIR Update
9:00 am 11:00 am
The purpose of this PSI in-service is to provide an update to staff on the SIR process and planning when abuse, neglect or failure to protect occurs. It will also include information timelines and the process for opening and closing SIRs.
Presenter: Lusine Gambaryan, SIR Coordinator
Please Note: This in-service will start at 9:00 with announcements intended for all Programs and Services Staff.
08/14/25
PSI - Clients Rights
9:00 am 11:00 am
Description: This training provides basic information regarding clients' rights, ways to assist and an individual or family to advocate for these rights, when it may be appropriate to deny a right, and directing others to resources if a right is inappropriately denied.
Presenter: Cindy Waterson, Esq. Waterson & Huth
Please Note: This in-service will start at 9:00 with announcements intended for all Programs and Services Staff.
09/11/25 Role of the Service Coordinator in Quality Assurance
9:00 am 11:00 am
This training will provide an overview of the Service Coordinator role and key responsibilities related to monitoring and ensuring quality service delivery. The presentation will also include SC’s role in addressing when service issues arise.
Please Note: This in-service will start at 9:00 with announcements intended for all Programs and Services Staff.
10/09/25
PSI – Supported Decision Making
9:00 am 11:00 am
Description: Training will discuss supported decision making as an alternative to conservatorship for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
This training is intended for all Programs and Services staff.
Presenter: Cindy Waterson
Please Note: This in-service will start at 9:00 with announcements intended for all Programs and Services Staff.
11/13/25
PSI – Title 19 ID Note Refresher
9:00 am 11:00 am
This In-service will cover how to: a) choose the correct ID note type, b) reference names, titles and contact information, c) reference advocacy professionals, and d) capture only key information.
Presenter: Bill Crosson, Assistant Director, C & F Compliance, Mayra Dwyer, Special Projects/NVRA Coordinator
Please Note: This in-service will start at 9:00 with announcements intended for all Programs and Services Staff.
Programs and Services Division/In‐service & Special Topic Training 2024
01/11/24
PSI - CCS - Clinica Romero PSI_2401
9:00 am 11:00 am
This In service will cover the partnership between Lanterman Regional Center and Clinica Romero as well as the referral process to the clinic.
Presenter: Peter Hanna, Clinica Romero
Please Note: This in-service will start at a new time 9:00 with announcements
intended for all Programs and Services Staff.
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02/08/24
PSI - Participant Directed Services PSI_2402
9:00 am 11:00 am
This training is intended for all Service Coordination staff and will focus on Social Rec programs through Participant Directed Services.
Presenter: Stephanie Ruiz, PDS Coordinator
Please Note: This in-service will start at a new time 9:00 with announcements intended for all Programs and Services Staff.
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03/14/24
PSI - Transition Resource Fair PSI_2403
9:00 am 11:00 am
Description forthcoming
Presenter: Carmine Manicone
Please Note: This in-service will start at a new time 9:00 with announcements intended for all Programs and Services Staff.
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04/11/24 Adults Units & 4/18/24 SA, EC, EI
PSI -HCBS Waiver_2404
9:00 am 11:00 am
This In service will cover HCBS Waiver Audit findings and recommendations
Presenter: Kennia Reyes
Please Note: This in-service will start at a new time 9:00 with announcements intended for all Programs and Services Staff.
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05/09/24
PSI - Immigration PSI_2405
9:00 am 11:00 am
This training is designed to give staff information on
Presenter: Meredith Brown, Esq.
Please Note: This in-service will start at a new time 9:00 with announcements intended for all Programs and Services Staff.
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06/13/24
PSI - PSI - SDP, PCP, and the IPP - SC Role
9:00 am 11:00 am
This training will provide an overview of SDP, PCP and the IPP as well as the SC's role.
Presenters: Megan Mendez and Stephanie Ruiz, FDLRC
Please Note: This in-service will start at a new time 9:00 with announcements intended for all Programs and Services Staff.
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07/11/24
PSI -SIR Update PSI_2407
9:00 am 11:00 am
The purpose of this PSI in-service is to provide an update to staff on the SIR process and planning when abuse, neglect or failuer to protect occurs. It wil also incude information timelines and the process for opening and closing SIRs.
Presenter: Lusine Gambaryan, SIR Coordinator
Please Note: This in-service will start at a new time 9:00 with announcements intended for all Programs and Services Staff.
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08/08/24
PSI - Clients Rights PSI_2408
9:00 am 11:00 am
Description forthcoming
Presenter: Cindy Waterson, Esq. Waterson & Huth
Please Note: This in-service will start at a new time 9:00 with announcements intended for all Programs and Services Staff.
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09/12/24
PSI -Service Provider Fair (Virtual) PSI_2409
9:00 am 11:00 am
Description: PSI - The Service Provider Advisory Committee will be hosting the annual Virtual Vendor Fair for service coordination staff to meet and learn more about Lanterman’s vendored service providers across many service types. SCs will be able to interact with and receive additional information on the different services offered by various providers at this event.
Presenter: Service Provider Advisory Committee
Please Note: This in-service will start at a new time 9:00 with announcements intended for all Programs and Services Staff.
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10/10/24
PSI -This In-service is cancelled and is replaced by IPP Template training for School Age Teams in the Wilshire Office.
11/14/24
PSI -START Services Launch PSI_2404
9:00 am 11:00 am
This In service will cover START (Systematic, Therapeutic, Assessment, Resources and Treatment), an evidence-based model that provides crisis response, crisis mitigation, and services to the system providing support to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and co-occurring behavioral/mental health needs. CA START Lanterman will provide an overview of START services, when and how to make a referral to START, and what one might expect from START services.
Presenter: Kennia Reyes
Please Note: This in-service will start at a new time 9:00 with announcements intended for all Programs and Services Staff.
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