H.E.A.R.T.S. IS AN ACRONYM FOR:

Help - Encourage - Advocate - Resources - Training - Support

H.E.A.R.T.S. Connection began in September 1990 when the LICA applied for a Family Support Grant from the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) to serve families who have special needs children under the age of 36 months.

Families who were regional center clients with children under the age of three were invited to a retreat in Tehachapi.

After the retreat, we started having monthly meetings in our homes. We have always been a parent founded and parent driven organization.