Yes, but the Lanterman Act says regional centers can only do so if you are in an acute crisis, and under certain conditions. The DDS Website explains IMDs are highly restrictive facilities that do not typically provide appropriate services for people with developmental disabilities and co-occurring psychiatric disabilities. For this reason, current law places severe restrictions and time limitations on the use of IMD residential services by regional centers for people with developmental disabilities.[1]Section 4648(a)(9)(C)
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