Virtual Job Fair
LSA is hiring! We will be having a two day virtual job fair via Zoom. On Friday, October 30th, we are hiring Direct support professionals (DSP) and Certified nursing assistant (CNA) for LSA's Level 4 homes. Join us anytime between 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM OR 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM by clicking on this […]
[Postponed] Art Collaboration: Art of Inclusion
Art Classes: (Every Monday) October 19th – November 16th, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PMFinal Virtual and Art Auction: TBDVia ZoomTime: 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Inspired by a collaborative children’s book created by a Santa Cruz minister and resident of Common Roots Farms; Life Services Alternatives, the Triton Museum of Art, and local volunteers have joined together […]
(Virtual Event) Stanford Neurodiversity in March
We are excited that our Executive Director, Dana Hooper, will be a featured speaker at the Stanford Neurodiversity Meeting on Monday, March 15th at 4:00 PM. The Stanford Neurodiversity Project serves to establish a culture that treasures the strengths of neurodiverse individuals. This special interest group empowers neurodiverse individuals in the workplace to build their […]
[Virtual] Special Needs Resource Fair
LSA will be an event sponsor at Parents Helping Parents' Special Needs Resource Fair on Saturday, March 20th from 9:30am-12:30pm! Find professionals and organizations that can help your family with assessments, therapies, education options, school support, employment, day programs, housing, public services, legal/financial professionals, medical/dental professionals, and more! Gather critical information for your child from […]
[Webinar] Why We Love LSA: An Occupational Therapist’s Perspective
On Monday May 24th, Michael Underwood will be hosting a free webinar on occupational therapy for adults with I/DD.
I/DD Topics and Trends with Bryan Neider – Provider of Exceptional Programs & Services
Hear from Bryan Neider, CEO of AbilityPath, to learn more about AbilityPath and what it takes to run successful and inclusive programs and services to those with developmental disabilities. Staff attitude and employees are the core of exceptional programs and services. Here’s the secret ingredients that go into AbilityPaths’s organization, to provide the care and […]
I/DD Topics and Trends with Astri Doub – Solutions and Innovative Approaches to Placing an I/DD Loved One in Housing
Finding the right home for your loved on with developmental disabilities is stressful. Not only is it challenging to find a place to live in general, but it is also hard to find a place that your loved one will thrive and call home. You just want the best for them. Listen to Astri Doub, […]
I/DD Topics and Trends with Ashley Kim Weiss – Obstacles Within the I/DD Service Community & Leading Advocacy
Every I/DD individual deserves to live in a positive, supported living housing environment that he or she can flourish. However, it's not that simple. There are countless problems and obstacles that families with I/DD constantly face. Learn more from Ashley where she will identify obstacles in the community, advise how to overcome these obstacles, and […]
I/DD Topics and Trends with Kim Schreiber – The Lens of Neurodiversity: Paving a Path for Life
Kim Schreiber is the Co-Founder of NeuroNav, which helps provide support to those with developmental disabilities to find their right pathway for their life. Hear from Kim as she explains how to pave the right path and plan for each I/DD individual that is focused on person-centered thinking and independence. She will also cover some […]
I/DD Topics and Trends with Desiree Kameka Galloway – Key Trends in I/DD Housing & How it’s Changed Recently
Learn from Desiree about the latest trends in the I/DD housing industry and how these trends may have changed recently as a result of COVID-19, and how it is looking going forward in a post COVID-19 world. She will also cover the best practices for service providers and explain the national issues that arise due […]
Games with Friends 2021
Last year was a blast, so we're bringing back the fun with Games with Friends 2021 this year! What are you waiting for? Registration to participate in the games is now open. Join us on Friday, September 3 from 12-1 PM PT for prizes, laughs, and lots of fun! Join as a contestant at the […]
Home is Where the Heart is
Please join us! On Thursday September 30th from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm for our second annual virtual fall fundraiser, Home is Where the Heart is, where we will host speakers, entertainment, a raffle, and more! We hope you can join us to hear our featured speaker, Paulette Penzvalto, speak about her life with Autism, her job at […]