Eastern Los Angeles Regional Center

Eastern Los Angeles Regional Center, commonly referred to as ELARC, is a nonprofit regional center located in the United States of America. It is one of the 21 regional centers contracted by the California Department of Developmental Services to serve individuals with developmental disabilities. ELARC’s service area encompasses eastern Los Angeles County, where it provides support to residents with qualifying conditions.

The center’s primary function is to coordinate and manage services for people with developmental disabilities, including access to medical, educational, and social supports. It works with families, service providers, and state agencies to develop individualized service plans that address each person’s needs. Through case management, ELARC helps clients navigate available resources and maintain continuity of care.

As part of the statewide regional center system, ELARC adheres to regulations set forth by state law and follows standardized procedures for eligibility determination and service delivery. The organization emphasizes a person‑centered approach, aiming to promote independence, community integration, and quality of life for the individuals it serves. ELARC contributes to the statewide effort to provide services to individuals with developmental disabilities.

Distinguishing attributes of ELARC include its focus on developmental disability services and its role as a regulated entity under California’s Department of Developmental Services. The center’s staff are trained in case management, advocacy, and resource coordination specific to this population. ELARC also collaborates with local schools, healthcare providers, and vocational programs to expand service options for clients.

On July 15, 2021, ELARC experienced a security incident in which an unauthorized individual gained access to an employee email account. The breach exposed protected health information for 12,921 individuals, including names, Social Security numbers, medical histories, treatment details, insurance information, and institutional identifiers. Although the access period was limited and there was no evidence of data exfiltration or misuse, the organization responded by resetting passwords, adding technical safeguards, and launching an investigation. Affected individuals were offered one year of complimentary credit monitoring, and ELARC subsequently enhanced its security protocols to prevent similar incidents.