We believe families know their loved one best. That’s why ASTLA builds every program around open communication, shared decision-making, and ongoing collaboration with the people who matter most.
Staying Connected
Ongoing communication so you always know how your loved one is progressing.
Families are welcomed into goal-setting and progress-review conversations.
Your input shapes what services look like and how they’re delivered.
A caring team that listens, not just to the participant, but to the whole family.
Our Philosophy
No two families are the same, and no two support plans should be either. From the very first conversation, we take time to understand your family’s routines, priorities, and hopes — so the plan we build reflects real life at home, not just a checklist of goals.
Throughout every stage of a participant’s program, families are kept informed and involved, and are always welcome to ask questions, share feedback, or request adjustments.
Resources
Navigating services, funding, and paperwork can feel overwhelming — we’re here to help make sense of it. Our team is glad to answer questions about Regional Center processes, the Self-Determination Program, and how to connect with other families in similar situations.
We're Here for Your Family
Reach out any time — our team is glad to answer questions and walk alongside you.
Get Started
ASTLA is a vendored Kern Regional Center provider, Vendor # PK7088, Service Code 605, and we are accepting referrals now. To start, ask your service coordinator for ASTLA by name, or send us your information below and a team member will be in touch today during business hours. No waitlists, ever.
I have 605 (Adaptive Skills Training) in my IPP and do not currently have a provider — Click here
I have a current provider and want to change the provider of record — Click here
Request Service Code 605 (Adaptive Skills Training) by asking your service coordinator for an IPP meeting — Click here
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After you send it, please forward a copy to referrals@ast-la.org so we can support you.
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