Kern Regional Center – Developmental Disabilities Services

Human Services — Regional Center / Developmental Disabilities in Bakersfield, California. Regional Center providing eligibility determination, case management, and coordination of state-funded services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) including autism, cerebral palsy, and epilepsy in Kern County. Early Start program serves children birth to age 3.

Phone: (661) 327-7921

Address: 3200 N. Sillect Avenue, Bakersfield, California, 93308

Website: https://www.kernrc.org

Languages: English, Spanish

Services offered: Developmental disability services, eligibility assessment, case management, IPP development, Early Start (0-3), autism services, supported living, employment support

Ages served: All ages

Insurance & payment accepted: Medi-Cal, No Fee (state-funded)

Good to know: Hours: Mon–Fri 8am–5pm. 24-hour emergency: (661) 327-7921 press 0.

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Frequently asked questions about Kern Regional Center – Developmental Disabilities Services

How do I contact Kern Regional Center – Developmental Disabilities Services?

You can call Kern Regional Center – Developmental Disabilities Services at (661) 327-7921 or visit 3200 N. Sillect Avenue in Bakersfield, California. Their website is https://www.kernrc.org.

What services does Kern Regional Center – Developmental Disabilities Services offer?

Kern Regional Center – Developmental Disabilities Services offers Developmental disability services, eligibility assessment, case management, IPP development, Early Start (0-3), autism services, supported living, employment support. Serves All ages. Regional Center providing eligibility determination, case management, and coordination of state-funded services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) including autism, cerebral palsy, and epilepsy in Kern County. Early Start program serves children birth to age 3.

Are services at Kern Regional Center – Developmental Disabilities Services free or low-cost?

Many community human services providers offer free, sliding-scale, or Medicaid-covered services. Kern Regional Center – Developmental Disabilities Services reports accepting: Medi-Cal, No Fee (state-funded). Call Kern Regional Center – Developmental Disabilities Services at (661) 327-7921 to confirm pricing, accepted insurance, and any income requirements before your visit.

What languages does Kern Regional Center – Developmental Disabilities Services support?

Kern Regional Center – Developmental Disabilities Services reports providing services in: English, Spanish. If you need another language, ask about translation services or call 988 for free crisis support in English and Spanish.

Who is eligible for services at Kern Regional Center – Developmental Disabilities Services?

Kern Regional Center – Developmental Disabilities Services reports serving All ages. Accepted insurance/payment: Medi-Cal, No Fee (state-funded). Eligibility can also depend on income, residency, and the specific service needed — call (661) 327-7921 to confirm before visiting.

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