California Department of Rehabilitation — Disability Access Services
Helps California state government improve physical, digital, and communication accessibility.
Best for: ADA · Communication Access · State Government Accessibility
Hearing Community
California Hearing Accessibility & Public Agencies
California has several state agencies supporting disability access, hearing accessibility, civil rights, building accessibility, and services for people who are deaf or hard of hearing.
Accessibility & ADA
California Commission on Disability Access
Works with government, businesses, and disability communities to improve accessibility throughout California.
Best for: Accessibility · Businesses · Local Government
California Civil Rights Department
Provides information and enforcement related to disability discrimination and equal access.
Best for: Civil Rights · Disability Discrimination · Equal Access
Deaf & Hard of Hearing Services
California Department of Rehabilitation — Deaf & Hard of Hearing Services
Provides services and information related to hearing loss, communication access, assistive technology, and rehabilitation.
Best for: Hearing Loss · Assistive Technology · Communication Access
California Department of Social Services — Office of Deaf Access
Supports deaf and hard-of-hearing Californians through statewide and regional service programs.
Best for: Community Services · Deaf & Hard of Hearing · Local Support
Building & Public Venue Accessibility
Division of the State Architect — Access Compliance
Develops and oversees California accessibility requirements for buildings and public facilities.
Best for: Building Accessibility · Public Facilities · Accessibility Standards
Looking for accessibility requirements for venues?See California Laws & Standards
Older Adults & Local Support
California Department of Aging
Connects older Californians with aging, community, and support services throughout the state.
Best for: Older Adults · Local Services · Community Support
Area Agencies on Aging
Local agencies connect older adults with services and resources in communities across California.
Best for: Local Support · Seniors · Community Services