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The California Department of Developmental Services is the agency through which the State of California provides services and supports to individuals with developmental disabilities.

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Sonoma Developmental Center

These disabilities include mental retardation, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, autism and related conditions. Services are provided through state-operated developmental centers and community facilities, and contracts with 21 nonprofit regional centers. The regional centers serve as a local resource to help find and access the services and supports available to individuals with developmental disabilities and their families.

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