Kern Regional Center is partnering with Dr. Pomeranz to offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) trainings related to enhancing the quality of life of individuals receiving services through HCBS values and perspectives in various presentation topics for individuals, families, service providers and regional center staff.
It should be noted, Service providers are highly encouraged to attend the HCBS Overview training if they have not already. Per the DDS directive issued 12/26/2025 on Ongoing Monitoring and Reporting for HCBS settings in 2026, Service providers must complete training and train staff on understanding HCBS federal requirements “also known as the Final Rule – Settings criteria” and person-centered planning in service provision.
Please review the various presentation opportunities below through the week of January 12 – 16th, 2026.
All presentations will be hosted at the Doubletree.
Location address: Doubletree, 3100 Camino Del Rio Ct, Bakersfield, CA 93308.
Topics:
1. HCBS – Enhancing Quality of Life: Strategies for Meeting and Exceeding the Home Community Based Waiver Final Rule
2. Positive Behavioral Support – Meeting Unmet Needs
3. Effective Strategies for Staff Recruitment and Retention: Our Greatest Challenge in this Century
4. Self-Advocacy
5. Family Advocacy
Please complete the registration to sign up to reserve your seat. you should receive an email confirming your registration.
*Limited seating available*