Families served by the San Gabriel/Pomona Regional Center (SG/PRC) can find adaptive recreation, therapy, social skills groups and job training across the San Gabriel and Pomona valleys, from Pasadena and Arcadia to West Covina, Pomona and Claremont. This guide lists local organizations by category, with a short overview and a link to each. It also explains how to pay for services through your Individual Program Plan (IPP) or the Self-Determination Program (SDP).
Last updated: October 2026. Always confirm services, eligibility and vendor status with each provider and your SG/PRC service coordinator.
Communities SG/PRC serves
SG/PRC serves Altadena, Arcadia, Azusa, Baldwin Park, City of Industry, Charter Oak, Claremont, Covina, Diamond Bar, Duarte, El Monte, Glendora, Hacienda Heights, Irwindale, La Puente, La Verne, Monrovia, Pasadena, Pomona, Rowland Heights, San Dimas, Sierra Madre, South El Monte, Temple City, Valinda, Walnut, West Covina and Whittier (SG/PRC).
Parts of Pasadena, Pomona, Temple City and Whittier are shared with neighboring regional centers. Check yours with the DDS lookup (DDS), or see our Lanterman and ELARC guides.
Community and recreation programs
| Organization | Location | What they offer |
|---|---|---|
| Echo Motion Fitness | Pasadena | Adaptive personal training, small-group classes (up to 4 athletes per coach) and virtual coaching for athletes ages 10+. An SG/PRC vendor (Vendor ID PP3585); accepts SDP. |
| Foundation for Disabled Youths (FFDY) | Rowland Heights | Social recreation classes for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including art, music, taekwondo and an adult class. |
| Down Syndrome Family Resource Center | La Puente | Recreational activities, social opportunities and education programs for people with Down syndrome and their families. |
| Special Olympics Southern California | Los Angeles County region | Year-round sports training, competition, health and leadership programs for athletes with intellectual disabilities. |
| City of Pasadena Adaptive & Inclusive Recreation | Pasadena | Adult adaptive recreation for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including the Interact, Pioneer and Adaptive Art classes. |
| AbilityFirst | Pasadena headquarters, centers across Greater LA | After-school program for ages 6 to 22 with developmental disabilities, and Camp Paivika, a sleepaway camp. |
Therapy
| Organization | Location | What they offer |
|---|---|---|
| Casa Colina Hospital and Centers for Healthcare | Pomona, with outpatient centers in Azusa and Monrovia | Rehabilitation, autism services and pediatric outpatient therapy. |
| Center for Developing Kids | Check website for locations | Pediatric occupational, physical and speech therapy, feeding programs and a social skills group for children from birth to the mid-teens. |
| Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD) | Multiple California locations | Evidence-based ABA therapy for autism in centers, at home and at school. |
| Intercare Therapy | California (check locations) | Family-owned ABA therapy provider, founded in 1979, serving children with autism in centers, homes and schools. |
| Villa Esperanza Services | Pasadena | Speech and occupational therapy and the Villa School for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. |
All five providers in this table appear on SG/PRC’s 2025 provider list. See the full vendor information (SG/PRC).
Social skills and friendship
| Organization | Location | What they offer |
|---|---|---|
| Echo Motion Fitness social events | Pasadena | Small-group classes and community social events where athletes make friends and families connect. |
| Service Center for Independent Life (SCIL) | Claremont | Free independent living services, autism support groups, a disability advocacy group and a travel club. |
| Down Syndrome Family Resource Center | La Puente | Social opportunities and family support for people with Down syndrome. |
| Best Buddies California | Statewide | One-to-one friendship, leadership and inclusive living programs for people with and without intellectual and developmental disabilities. |
| Center for Developing Kids | Check website for locations | Therapist-led social skills group for children. |
Employment and vocational training
| Organization | Location | What they offer |
|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Training Center | South El Monte (2643 Loma Ave) | CARF-accredited supported employment, customized employment and job placement with local employers. |
| Social Vocational Services (SVS) | Monrovia, Pomona, Irwindale and Claremont | Employment services, community inclusion adult day programs and supported living for adults with developmental disabilities. |
| AbilityFirst | Pasadena | Employment services, Project SEARCH internships and College to Career for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. |
| PathPoint | Los Angeles County location | Employment services and Project SEARCH for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. |
| SG/PRC Employment | SG/PRC service area | SG/PRC’s Paid Internship Program and Employment First resources. |
| California Department of Rehabilitation | Statewide | State agency that helps Californians with disabilities prepare for, find and keep jobs. |
| Echo Motion Fitness | Pasadena | Paid jobs and on-the-job training for people with disabilities at our gym, through our 501(c)(3) nonprofit. |
Frequently asked questions
What cities does San Gabriel/Pomona Regional Center serve?
SG/PRC serves Arcadia, Azusa, Baldwin Park, Claremont, Covina, Diamond Bar, El Monte, Glendora, La Verne, Monrovia, Pasadena, Pomona, San Dimas, West Covina and other San Gabriel and Pomona valley communities.
Can I use the SG/PRC Self-Determination Program for adaptive fitness?
Yes, ask your service coordinator for more information. Echo Motion Fitness accepts SDP funding under Service Code 331.
Is Echo Motion Fitness an SG/PRC vendor?
Yes. Echo Motion Fitness is vendored with San Gabriel/Pomona, Lanterman and ELARC Regional Centers (Vendor ID PP3585).
What job training is available for adults with developmental disabilities in the San Gabriel Valley?
Lincoln Training Center, Social Vocational Services, AbilityFirst and PathPoint all offer employment programs, and SG/PRC runs a Paid Internship Program.
Are there Down syndrome programs near Pomona or La Puente?
Yes. The Down Syndrome Family Resource Center in La Puente offers recreation, social and education programs.
More guides for families
Sources
- SG/PRC: Who We Serve
- SG/PRC: Employment
- SG/PRC: Vendor Information
- DDS: Self-Determination Program FAQ
- DDS: Individual Program Plan
- DDS: SDP Service Definitions
- Organization websites linked in each table above.
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