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In October of 1997 the network held its first official gathering at the “Supported Life Conference” in Sacramento. Out of that meeting, the Network’s Steering Committee decided it needed to ensure that supported living remain a viable option for people with developmental disabilities. These individuals envisioned a united group of service providers, consumers, families and members of the community at large would give supported living political power and a strong voice throughout the State of California. The Steering Committee started a membership outreach campaign and a quarterly newsletter. Many of the original members were participants in the CSLA pilot project, as well as participants in the development of the Supported Living regulations. The CSLN has evolved over the years, growing stronger and becoming a voice for the people with developmental disabilities and SLS providers. Over the past years, we have formally responded to issues of concern regarding Supported Living Services. We participated in the work groups with the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) in establishing a statewide rate setting methodology, as well as on the System Reform Task Force. Seeking wage parity between developmental center and community employees, we have supported the Sanchez lawsuit. The CSLN was actively involved in the passing of SB1038 which offered a rate increase to Supported Living Providers during the pass-through process. In July of 2000, the CSLN organized a Leadership Conference in San Diego which continues as an annual event. See
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THE California
Supported Living Network (CSLN) was formed in 1996 by a small group
of
professionals from across the state who provide supported living services.
In the beginning we were little more than a fax network established
to communicate to one another about current issues in supported living.
We elected a chairperson to be our voice in Sacramento and to keep
us informed with legislative alerts.