Who Are We?

Parents & Friends provides person-centered support to help individuals thrive in their communities.

Person-Centered Powered: Being person-centered means listening first, honoring individual choices, and supporting people in living the lives they want. At Parents & Friends, we offer a wide range of services including adult day programs, employment services, in-home supports, independent living services, and RCFE facilities—all tailored to each person’s goals and needs.

Our Services

Day Programs

Our day programs support independence, inclusion, and growth through L.I.F.E. on the Coast, Community Connection, Job Connection, and Places to Go—each offering unique, person-centered experiences in daily life, work, and the community.

In-Home Services

Our in-home services, including in-home supports and Independent Living Services, offer personalized support to help individuals live safely, comfortably, and as independently as possible in their own homes—always tailored to their unique needs and goals.

Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (R.C.F.E)

Our Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) provides a safe, supportive, and home-like environment for older adults, offering personalized care that respects each resident’s independence, dignity, and individual needs.

Meet our partners

California Disability Services Association

We are also active members of the California Disability Services Association (CDSA), a statewide organization that advocates for high-quality services and supports for individuals with developmental disabilities. As a member, Parents and Friends, Inc stays connected to statewide initiatives, policy updates, and best practices that help us better serve our community. Our involvement with CDSA strengthens our voice and impact as we work together with other providers to advance the rights and opportunities of people with disabilities across California.

For more information See Below

Redwood Coast Regional Center: https://redwoodcoastrc.org/

Get Started with DOR: https://www.dor.ca.gov/Home/DSSandDES

California Disability Services Association: https://cal-dsa.org/

Redwood Coast Regional Center

Parents and Friends, Inc is proud to be a trusted service provider through the Redwood Coast Regional Center (RCRC). RCRC plays a vital role in supporting individuals with developmental disabilities and their families across the North Coast, including Mendocino County. Through this partnership, we offer person-centered services that help individuals achieve greater independence, build meaningful connections, and live enriched lives within their communities.

Department of Rehabilitation

Parents and Friends, Inc proudly partners with the California Department of Rehabilitation (DOR) to support individuals with disabilities in preparing for, obtaining, and maintaining meaningful employment. Through this partnership, we provide tailored job development, coaching, and workplace support services that help individuals build skills and confidence in the workforce. Working with DOR allows us to empower participants to reach their employment goals and achieve greater independence.