Humboldt Community Access and Resource Center

HCAR is a private non-profit agency, incorporated in 1955 by a group of dedicated parents seeking an alternative to institutionalization for their children with developmental disabilities. Today, HCAR serves local citizens with disabilities by promoting person-centered planning, community inclusion and family unity through an array of services and supports.

Mission

HCAR supports people within our communities who have disabilities by connecting them to opportunities, fostering inclusion, and creating programs for learning, living, and employment.

Vision

HCAR envisions a future which we have one community of strong, healthy, individuals, and families. A place where people with disabilities actively create their futures, have supportive networks, and are safe and thrive in all aspects of their lives. HCAR advocates for a future that provides culturally competent organizations in which disability diagnosis, geographic area, economic status, race & ethnicity, and family configuration are not barriers to service access.
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Check out these articles about the exciting new Clinical Services that HCAR is now providing! 

Times Standard

Redheaded Blackbelt

If you are interested in learning more, call 707-296-0696 or email us at clinicalservices@hcarcenter.org

Eric Lee, an artist at our HCAR Studio site, broadening his art portfolio by using the 'En plein air' method.  This term is French for 'outdoors' and is the act of painting outdoors to help an artist learn how to better capture the changing details of weather and light. 

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Become a Member

As a non-profit, we rely on donations to help with costs that aren't subsidized by regional center funding. Help make an impact in your community and support the many people served through HCAR by becoming a member.

Member Benefits:

  • Support the oldest service provider for community members with disabilities in Humboldt County.
  • Help provide equipment, supplies, and representation for our community.
  • Exclusive annual events to celebrate our members.
  • The right to vote for HCAR board members.
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