Housing for All: Best Practices in IDD Housing Development

Housing for All: Best Practices in IDD Housing Development

Learn the top strategies and success stories for creating inclusive housing for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities

By California Policy Center for IDD

Date and time

Location

Sharp Prebys Innovation and Education Center

8695 Spectrum Blvd San Diego, CA 92123

Agenda

8:30 AM - 9:00 AM

Arrivals, Registration, Coffee and Continental Breakfast

9:00 AM - 9:30 AM

Introduction and Welcome

Teresa Anderson, Exec. Dir. CPCIDD

Mark Klaus, Exec. Dir SDRC

Dave Manson, Dir of Outreach & Engagement CPCIDD


During this 30-minute welcome and introduction, leadership from CPCIDD and SDRC - the co-sponsors of this event - will kick off the day with a warm greeting, acknowledging our sponsors and collabora...

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Expert Panel : IDD Housing: Barriers & Entryways, Challenges & Opportunities

Miguel Larios, Dir Community Svcs, SDRC

John Decker, Dir Community Svcs, ACRC

Tom Lewis, General Counsel, CALAHA

DDS Representative


Join Miguel Larios, John Decker, Tom Lewis, and a representative from the California Department of Developmental Disabilities for “IDD Housing: Barriers and Entryways, Challenges and Opportunities,” ...

10:30 AM - 10:45 AM

Break

Break Time


Take a 15-minute coffee and networking break to enjoy refreshments, connect with fellow attendees, exchange ideas, and recharge for the next session.

10:45 AM - 12:00 PM

Breakout Session A: Q & A With Our Morning Panel of Experts

Miguel Larios

John Decker

Tom Lewis

DDS Representative


Moderated by Tony Anderson, Associate Director of ARCA: During Breakout Session A, you’ll have the chance to engage directly with our morning panelists—Miguel Larios, John Decker, Tom Lewis, and...

Breakout Session B: Future of Crisis Housing Options

Aaron Olson, Dir Community Svcs, CVRC

12:00 PM - 12:45 PM

Lunch and Mingle


Enjoy a 45-minute box lunch and mingle session—savor a meal while networking informally, sharing insights, and strengthening connections with fellow attendees.

12:45 PM - 1:30 PM

Vendors / Resource Fair


Spend 45 minutes exploring our resource fair—meet a variety of IDD housing vendors, discover innovative tools and services, and gather practical resources to advance your work.

1:30 PM - 2:45 PM

Breakout Session C: Transforming IDD Housing & Independence w Assistive Tech

Dr. Maulik Trivedi, Station MD

Vanessa Bull, East Bay Innovations

Elena Kaltsas, Research Director UCSD


Join a multidisciplinary panel of assistive technology specialists to explore how AT can revolutionize independence and community integration for people with IDD. You’ll hear real-world case studies ...

1:30 PM - 2:45 PM

Breakout Session D: (Tentative) 089 Service Code

2:45 PM - 3:00 PM

Break


Take a 15-minute coffee and networking break to enjoy refreshments, connect with fellow attendees, exchange ideas, and recharge for the next session.

3:00 PM - 3:30 PM

Panel Discussion: Self-Advocates Share Their Personal Experiences


Hear directly from IDD self-advocates as they candidly recount their journeys through every stage of finding and living in their ideal homes—from the initial search and navigating complex financing o...

3:30 PM - 3:45 PM

Closing Remarks

Kate Kinnamont, Assoc Exec Dir, SDRC

Teresa Anderson, Exec Dir CPCIDD

Dave Manson, Dir of Outreach & Engagement CPCIDD

About this event

  • Event lasts 8 hours
  • Free venue parking

Housing for All: Best Practices in IDD Housing Development

Join us - the San Diego Regional Center and the California Policy Center for Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities for a dynamic event focused on sharing best practices in IDD housing development. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out in the field, this is a great opportunity to learn from experts and network with like-minded individuals.

Date: Monday, October 20, 2025

Location: Sharp Prebys Innovation and Education Center, 8695 Spectrum Blvd, San Diego, CA 92123

Don't miss out on this chance to gain valuable insights and contribute to the conversation on creating inclusive housing solutions for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Register now to secure your spot!


The facility is conveniently located near major highways at 8695 Spectrum Center Blvd., San Diego, CA 92123.

Visitor parking is free. The large surface lot has plenty of open parking spaces, electric vehicle charging, and easy access to

event spaces.

A turnaround area enables drop-off and pickup near the event facility entrances.

To support out-of-town attendees at our upcoming Housing for All: Best Practices in IDD Housing Development Symposium, CPCIDD has secured discounted room blocks at three conveniently located hotels near the event venue. Following are the reservation links specific to each hotel and our reserved block of rooms with their corresponding rates. Please note: SPACE IS LIMITED - RESERVE YOUR ROOM(S) EARLY:


Courtyard San Diego Central

Event Summary:

California Policy Center for Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities

Start Date: Sunday, October 19, 2025

End Date: Tuesday, October 21, 2025


Courtyard San Diego Central for $155.00 USD per night - Last Day to Book : Friday, September 19, 2025

  • Dates are adjustable! You can select specific dates using the drop-down tab where the dates are listed.
  • Discounted Overnight Parking: $10 Per Night
  • A $50/night security deposit will be processed at the time of check in.
  • The credit card entered onto the reservation while booking is for the room guarantee only, and no charges will be processed until time of check in, unless the room is cancelled within 48 of the arrival date.

OR

Hampton Inn San Diego-Kearny Mesa

Hampton Inn San Diego - Kearyny Mesa for $154.00 USD per night - Last Day to Book : Friday, September 19, 2025

  • Dates are adjustable! You can select specific dates using the drop-down tab where the dates are listed.
  • Overnight Parking: $18 Per Night
  • A $50/night security deposit will be processed at the time of check in.
  • The credit card entered onto the reservation while booking is for the room guarantee only, and no charges will be processed until time of check in, unless the room is cancelled within 48 of the arrival date.


Frequently asked questions

Is the event venue accessible for individuals with disabilities?

Yes - the venue is ADA accessible. Please reach out to us if you have special accommodation needs: david@cpcidd.org

Will there be opportunities for networking during the symposium?

Yes! We recognize the importance of networking, learning from each other, and sharing our successes and challenges with peers and colleagues who can offer both support and helpful ideas! We have built time in our agenda to assure ample opportunity to do so!

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FreeOct 20 · 9:00 AM PDT