Important Links
Board of Behavioral Sciences:
The California state website has a wealth of information and forms, everything from experience calculators to change of address forms. Use the link below to visit BBS.
BBS has also accumulated links to various state agencies, The Department of Consumer Affairs, accredited and approved schools, as well as a list of professional associations. We recommend that you pay the BBS a visit and see the many things that are available.
Bridging the Gap
Bridging the Gap provides a sense of community, resources, education, and student support for brain injury survivors and their loved ones. We hope to decrease the sense of isolation that often occurs after a brain injury, and to empower these individuals to move forward in their lives and achieve their goals.
American Society on Aging – Webinars:
ASA offers webinars on important health care topics, many of which offer CEUs, some of which are free to anyone. See their website (linked below) for the latest offerings.
Family Caregiver Alliance:
FCA is a public voice for caregivers. Their pioneering programs – information, education, services, research and advocacy – support and sustain the important work of families nationwide caring for loved ones with chronic, disabling health conditions.
All Treatment
All Treatment is the most comprehensive treatment facility locator on the web. Rehab Directory was built using Government data from SAMSHA.
Autism Support
30 Ways to Celebrate Autism Awareness Month – Visit Website
Autism & Dental Care: A Guide for their Oral Treatment – Visit Website
Autism Resource Center – Visit Website
Autism Support Network Resources – Visit Website
Creating an Autism Friendly Home – Visit Website
Guide to Helping Kids with Autism Sleep Better – Visit Website
Moving with Kids with Autism – Visit Website
Students with Autism – Visit Website
Traveling with Kids with Autism – Visit Website
Caretaking Resources
Cal Quality Care (listing of SNF and Residential Facility in Calif. and ratings) – Visit Website
Caregiver’s Guide to Understanding Dementia Behaviors – Visit Website
Caregiver Resource Guide – Visit Website
CCL Home Community Care Licensing – Visit Website
Contact CCLD Offices – Visit Website
Information on State Laws and Nursing Facilities – Visit Website
List of Certified Administrators – View Document
List of Facility Forms – View Document
List of PUB forms – View Document
Preparing Your Home for a Loved One with Alzheimer’s: A Caregiver’s Guide – Visit Website
Registered Nursing in California – Visit Website
Resources for Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect – Visit Website
Search for Licensed RCFE – Visit Website
Title 22 (scroll down to RCFE) – Visit Website
Childcare
Guide to Childhood Nutrition – Visit Website
How To Talk To Special Needs Children – Visit Website
Home Assistance
10 Safe Gardening Tips for Seniors – Visit Website
10 Smart Home Features to Help You Age in Place – Visit Website
Assisted Living in California – Visit Website
Assistive Technology Buying Guide – Visit Website
Best Walk In Bathtubs – Visit Website
Find Assisted Living Options Today – Visit Website
Grants for Home Modification: 16 Resources for Homeowners with Disabilities – Visit Website
Home Fire Safety Checklist for Older Adults – Visit Website
Home Organization for Newly Disabled Seniors – Visit Website
How to Prevent Falls in Your Home – Visit Website
Home Safety for People with Disabilities – Visit Website
Lifts and Other Home Modifications for Accessibility – Visit Website
Moving Tips for Seniors – Visit Website
Preventing Falls at Home – Visit Website
Renters Rights for People with Disabilities – Visit Website
Senior Living Communities in San Bernardino – Visit Website
Smart Home Technology for Seniors – Visit Website
The Definitive Guide to Stair Safety for a Person with Dementia – Visit Website
The Senior’s Guide to Paying for At-Home Long-Term Care: How Your Home Can Be a Great Asset – Visit Website
The Most Common In-Home Injuries for Seniors and How to Prevent Them – Visit Website
Insurance
Everything You Need to Know About Medicare Supplement Plans – Visit Website
Guide to Medicare and Medicaid for Seniors – Visit Website
Legal Planning for Alzheimer’s and Dementia – Visit Website
Medicare.gov Find a Plan — Using the Medicare Plan Finder – Visit Website
Original Medicare vs Medicare Advantage – Visit Website
What’s the Difference Between Medicare and Medicaid? – Visit Website
Your Complete Guide to Burial Insurance – Visit Website
Medical Degree Guides
Guide to Bachelor’s Degrees in Psychology – View Website
Guide to Doctorate Degrees in Psychology – View Website
Guide to Counseling Degrees – Visit Website
Guide to Master’s Degrees in Psychology – View Website
Guide to Psychology Degrees – Visit Website
Guide to Psychology Degrees in California – View Website
Master’s in Psychology Career Guide – Visit Website
Mesothelioma
Mesothelioma Financial Help – Visit Website
Mesothelioma Help Now – Visit Website
Mesothelioma Justice Network – Visit Website
Mesothelioma Life Expectancy – Visit Website
Mesothelioma Prognosis Network – Visit Website
Mesothelioma Veterans Center – Visit Website
Rehab Resources
Alcohol Addiction Center – Visit Website
Alcohol & Drug Rehab Programs & Facilities – Visit Website
Drug Rehab Connections – Visit Website
Elderly Drug and Alcohol Rehabilitation – Visit Website
Mourning A Parent or Spouse’s Death – Visit Website
Mourning A Parent or Spouse’s Death – Visit Website
National Council on Seniors Drug & Alcohol Rehab – Visit Website
Overcoming The Loss Of A Child Without Drugs Or Alcohol — A Parent’s Guide – Visit Website
The Increasing Effects of Senior Alcoholism – Visit Website
Senior Care
10 Easy Ways Seniors Can Boost Their Mental Health and Well-Being – Visit Website
Boomer’s Roadmap to Aging in Place – Visit Website
Coping with the Cost of Care Tax Deductions and More – Visit Website
Complete List on Everything Bed Sores – Visit Website
Eating for Your Brain as a Senior – Visit Website
Fall Prevention – Visit Website
FitStays | Weight Loss Resorts & Fitness Retreats – Visit Website
How Does Sleep Work? – Visit Website
Health Concerns of the Elderly to Lead a Long Life – Visit Website
Sleep Help’s Full Collection of Resources – Visit Website
Six Things Seniors Can Do To Improve Memory – Visit Website
The Benefits of Cooking with Alzheimer’s: A Caregiver’s Guide – Visit Website
The Stages of Sleep – Visit Website
Tuck – A Community for Advancing Better Sleep – Visit Website
Senior Financial Resources
Avoiding Elderly Scams – Visit Website
The Ultimate Guide to Spending and Saving Wisely During Retirement – Visit Website
Disability Remodeling — What is the Average Cost to Renovate? – Visit Website
Financial Assistance for Disabled Homeowners and Tenants – Visit Website
Financial Resources for Seniors – Visit Website
How to Help Protect Older Adults from Telephone and Internet Scams – View Document
Selling a Home with Modifications for Older Adults – Visit Website
Top 7 Mistakes To Avoid For Life Insurance For Seniors – Visit Website
Senior Resources
15 Best Work From Home Jobs for Retirees – Visit Website
Destinations for Travelers Over 60 – Visit Website
Legal Guide for Newly Disabled Seniors – Visit Website
Nutrition Guide for the Aging and Elderly – Visit Website
Promoting Mental Health at Home: How to Design the Perfect Meditation Room at Home – Visit Website
Senior Health Resources – Visit Website
Seniors Travel Insurance – Visit Website
Seniors Traveling Solo: Some Great Solutions – View Guide
Senior Living: Housing Information, Resources and Programs – Visit Website
Travelers’ Health: Senior Citizens – Visit Website
The Complete Guide to Independent Work for Seniors and Retirees – Visit Website
Special Needs
Guide to Remodeling a Home for Adults with Special Needs – Visit Website
Special Needs Checklist: How Disability-Friendly is Your City? – Visit Website
Special Needs Seniors: Planning for the Future of this Vulnerable Population – Visit Website
Vocational Training for Adults with Special Needs – Visit Website
Veteran Resources
Veteran Aid Options – Visit Website
Veterans Benefits for Seniors – Visit Website
FAQs
Here are some links to commonly asked questions regarding experience requirements and verification regarding licensing and renewal of licenses in California.
Frequently Asked Questions: