Sacramento, California

Compassionate care for the people you love.

Golden Valley Services is a Sacramento-based provider offering a community Day Program and In-Home Respite for people with developmental disabilities served by Alta California Regional Center.

How to get services Contact us

Office: 500 Capitol Mall, Sacramento, CA 95814

Our services

Two ways we support your family

Choose the service that fits your loved one, or ask us about both. Each has its own page with everything you need to know.

Day Program

Out in the community, building a life they love.

A community-based day for adults: volunteering, real-world skills and friendship in small groups.

Sacramento County only

Adults 22+, or 18+ with diplomaMon–Fri, 9 AM – 2 PM

See the Day Program

In-Home Respite

Peace of mind for you. A good day for them.

A consistent, caring helper at home and on community outings, so you can rest, run errands, or simply breathe.

Sacramento, Placer, Yuba & Yolo counties

Ages 10–59Days, evenings, weekends & holidays

See In-Home Respite

At a glance

Which service is right for us?

A quick side-by-side to help you decide. Your ACRC Service Coordinator can help too.

Compare	Day Program	In-Home Respite
Best for	Adults who want to volunteer, build skills and be out in the community	Families who need a trusted break while their loved one is cared for
Who	Adults 22+, or 18+ with a high school diploma	Ages 10–59
Where we serve	Sacramento County only	Sacramento, Placer, Yuba & Yolo counties
Where it happens	Out in the community: volunteer sites, stores, parks, libraries	In your home, plus community outings
When	Monday–Friday, 9 AM – 2 PM	Flexible: days, evenings, overnights, weekends and holidays
Staffing	1 staff for every 3 people	Usually 1-on-1 (sometimes 1 to 2)
Rides	Pickup 8–9 AM and drop-off 2–3 PM available	Not a transportation service
How to start	Ask your ACRC Service Coordinator for a referral to Golden Valley Services. See how to enroll

Where we serve

Proudly serving the Sacramento region

Our office is in downtown Sacramento. Service areas are different for each program.

Day Program

Sacramento County

Including these cities:

SacramentoElk GroveRancho CordovaCitrus HeightsFolsomCarmichaelFair OaksNorth Highlands

In-Home Respite

Four counties

We come to your home in:

Sacramento CountyPlacer CountyYuba CountyYolo County

Not sure if you're in our area? Email us your city and we'll let you know.

Getting services

Starting is simpler than you think

1
Be an ACRC client
Your loved one needs to be eligible for Alta California Regional Center services.
2
Ask your Service Coordinator
Request a referral to Golden Valley Services for the Day Program or Respite.
3
We get to know you
We contact your family, learn about your loved one, and plan together.
4
Services begin
With caring staff and a schedule that fits your family.

Full enrollment guide & FAQ

Why families choose us

You give so much. Let us give some back.

Familiar faces

The same caring staff get to know your loved one over time.

Safety first

Background-checked staff, trained in CPR, First Aid and mandated reporting.

Respect and dignity

We honor each person's rights, choices, privacy and way of doing things.

Part of your team

We work closely with your ACRC Service Coordinator and follow your loved one's IPP.

Day Program · Sacramento County only

Out in the community, building a life they love.

Our Day Program gets adults out into the community, doing the things everyone does: shopping, exploring, volunteering, meeting new people and building the skills to work and live more independently.

Small groups, 1 staff to 3Mon–Fri, 9 AM – 2 PMPickup & drop-off available

How to enroll Ask us a question

What we work on

Real skills, practiced in real places

Every activity is tied to the goals in your loved one's Individual Program Plan (IPP), using adult materials in adult settings, alongside the general public.

Job skills & volunteering

Practicing job interviews, learning how to look and apply for work, and volunteering at places like food banks and animal shelters to build teamwork and good work habits.

Exploring the community

Getting to know local stores, parks, libraries and community services, riding public transit safely, and making real connections along the way.

Self-advocacy

Sharing preferences, asking for help and making real choices about how they spend their day.

Everyday life skills

Grocery shopping on a budget, paying with real money, planning meals and managing a personal schedule.

A typical day

A day with Golden Valley

Each day is planned around your loved one's goals, so no two days look exactly alike. Here's the rhythm of a typical day.

8:00
Friendly pickup
We pick your loved one up from home between 8 and 9, or you can arrange your own ride.
9:00
Good morning check-in
We go over the day's plan and goals together.
9:15
Out in the community
A volunteer shift, interview practice, a grocery trip on a budget, or exploring somewhere new.
12:00
Lunch together
A shared meal out, with practice ordering and paying.
1:00
Practice and celebrate
We build on the morning's skills and cheer on the day's progress.
2:00
Safe ride home
Drop-off between 2 and 3 PM.

Their month, their choice. Each month our staff sit down with your loved one to hear what they'd like to do. Their ideas go right into next month's activity calendar, and you get a copy during the last week of the month.

The details

Good to know

Program hours

Mon–Fri, 9 AM – 2 PM

Rides: pickup 8–9 AM, drop-off 2–3 PM. Office hours 8 AM – 4 PM.

Group size

1 staff for every 3

Small groups mean personal attention. You can ask to change staff or groups anytime.

Transportation

Door-to-door rides

We can drive your loved one to and from the program, or you can arrange your own. Our vehicles don't have wheelchair lifts.

Progress you can see

Regular updates

A personal plan within 30 days of starting, progress reports every 6 months, and a yearly review.

Days off

Call by 7:30 AM

Let us know by 7:30 AM on any day your loved one won't be ready for pickup.

Supervised with care

Monthly check-ins

Our Program Supervisor joins outings each month and is reachable by phone during program hours.

Closed on these holidays: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and the day after, and Christmas Day.

Is it a good fit?

Who the Day Program is for

Because our days happen out in the community in small groups, we look for a few things before enrolling. We'll talk them through with you during intake.

A great fit for adults who

Are 22 or older, or 18 or older with a high school diploma
Live in Sacramento County and are served by ACRC
Can walk, or get in and out of a vehicle seat on their own or with a little help
Eat and use the restroom independently or with light reminders
Can take part safely in a small group of three out in the community

This program may not fit if

Nursing care, tube feeding, a ventilator or medication is needed during program hours
Hands-on personal care is needed beyond reminders and guidance
Specialized behavior or crisis support, or more than 1:3 staffing, is needed
A wheelchair-lift vehicle is required

Not sure? Reach out. We're happy to talk it through, and our In-Home Respite may be another option.

Getting started

Joining the Day Program

Most people can start about two weeks after we accept the referral.

1
Ask your Service Coordinator
Request a referral to the Golden Valley Services Day Program. ACRC sends us your loved one's IPP and recent reports.
2
We review within 5 business days
Our Program Director reviews the referral and lets you and ACRC know.
3
Intake meeting
We complete a short intake assessment, learn their strengths and interests, and decide on rides together.
4
First day, then a plan
On day one we review a few simple forms with you. Within 30 days we build a personal service plan.

Full enrollment guide & FAQ Contact us

In-Home Respite · Sacramento, Placer, Yuba & Yolo counties

Peace of mind for you. A good day for them.

Caring for someone you love is a full-time devotion. Respite gives you time to rest, run errands, or simply breathe, knowing they're safe, happy and in caring hands.

At homeCommunity outingsDays, evenings, weekends & holidays

How to enroll Ask us a question

What respite looks like

At home and out in the community

During respite hours, our caregiver supports your loved one the way you would, following your instructions and their Individual Program Plan (IPP).

At home

Your loved one stays where they feel most comfortable, with their own routines and favorite things.

Supervision and safety, including wandering prevention
Meals and snacks, plus help with dressing, hygiene and toileting
Daily routines kept, including evening, bedtime and overnight
Activities they love: games, music, crafts and movies
Calm, caring redirection that follows their behavior plan

Community outings

Respite doesn't have to stay indoors. When it's part of your loved one's plan, we enjoy community outings together, with safety and supervision always first.

Fresh air and new experiences close to home
Confidence and connection out in the real world
Activities chosen around their interests

You'll always know how it went. After every visit, your caregiver writes a note covering activities, how your loved one was doing, and anything you should know.

The details

Good to know

Hours

When you need us

Daytime, evenings, overnights, weekends and holidays, based on the hours ACRC authorizes.

Personal attention

One-on-one care

Usually one caregiver to one person, or one to two when that's a good fit and approved.

Familiar faces

A consistent caregiver

Before the first visit, your caregiver reviews routines, emergency contacts, behavior strategies and home safety.

Safety

Trained & screened

DOJ Live Scan background checks, CPR and First Aid, and training before working on their own.

Changing plans

Just let us know

If you need to cancel or move a visit, tell us as soon as you can and we'll reschedule.

Where we serve

Four counties

SacramentoPlacerYubaYolo

Is it a good fit?

Who In-Home Respite is for

A great fit for

Children, teens and adults ages 10–59
Living in Sacramento, Placer, Yuba or Yolo county and served by ACRC
People with developmental disabilities such as autism, intellectual disability, cerebral palsy or epilepsy
Ambulatory and non-ambulatory individuals
Families whose IPP includes respite hours

Non-medical care

Our caregivers are trained direct support staff, not nurses. We aren't able to serve people whose needs require skilled nursing, such as unstable medical conditions, complex tube feeding or ventilator care.

Not sure? Reach out and we'll talk it through with you.

Getting started

Starting respite

1
Ask your Service Coordinator
Request in-home respite with Golden Valley. ACRC sends us the IPP and your authorized respite hours.
2
We call your family
We introduce ourselves, explain services and answer your questions.
3
Intake meeting
We learn routines, communication style, safety needs and what helps them feel calm.
4
Respite begins
We match a caregiver, set a schedule that works for you, and start.

Full enrollment guide & FAQ Contact us

About Golden Valley Services

Rooted in Sacramento. Built around families.

We're a local team that has spent more than two decades combined supporting people with developmental disabilities and the families who love them.

Our story

Why we created Golden Valley

For more than a decade, our team has worked side by side with people with developmental disabilities, in homes, in programs and out in the community. Over those years, two things stayed with us.

The first was the people we served. So many had big hearts, real talents and a strong wish to do more: to work, to help others, to make their own choices and to be part of the world around them. Too often, their days didn't give them that chance.

The second was their families. We met parents, siblings and grandparents who gave everything, every single day, often with no break and no one to call. We saw how tired they were, and how much they loved the person they cared for.

Golden Valley grew out of those two things. We chose the name because the Sacramento valley is home, and because we wanted our services to feel like sunshine on a hard day: warm, steady and dependable.

Why we built the Day Program

Because a good day should feel like real life.

We wanted adults to spend their days out in the community, doing what everyone else does: shopping, exploring, volunteering, sharing lunch with friends and preparing for work. So we built a program where every outing is a chance to grow, make connections, contribute and be seen as a valued member of the community.

Why we built In-Home Respite

Because caregivers need care too.

Families told us what they needed most was time: time to rest, see a doctor, go to a child's game, or just breathe. Leaving a loved one with someone new can feel impossible. So we built respite around trust: the same familiar caregiver, your home's routines, and a note after every visit so you're never left wondering.

Today, Golden Valley is a small Sacramento team with one promise to every family: we'll treat your loved one the way we'd want our own family treated.

Our mission

What we work toward every day

To help the people we serve speak up for themselves, build real-world and job-ready skills, and belong in their community, while giving families safe, respectful, dependable support at home.

Proudly serving families of Alta California Regional Center from our office at 500 Capitol Mall in downtown Sacramento. Our Day Program serves Sacramento County, and our In-Home Respite serves Sacramento, Placer, Yuba and Yolo counties.

What we believe

The values behind our care

Person-centered

Their goals lead

Every plan starts with what matters to the person we serve, and their choices shape each day.

Dignity & rights

Respect, always

We protect each person's privacy, rights and right to make their own choices.

Belonging

A real place in the community

Life happens out in the world: at work sites, in stores, at parks, alongside neighbors.

Family partnership

You know them best

We listen to families, follow your routines and keep you informed.

Safety

Peace of mind

Careful screening, ongoing training and close supervision come first.

Teamwork

Part of your circle

We work hand in hand with your Service Coordinator and planning team.

Our leadership

Meet the people behind Golden Valley

Nauman Khattak

Director

Nauman holds a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and has more than 12 years of experience working with individuals with disabilities. He leads Golden Valley's programs, welcomes new families through intake, trains our staff, and makes sure every service meets the high standards families deserve.

Fayez Khan

Program Supervisor

Fayez brings more than 10 years of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities. He supports our staff day to day, joins community outings to see services firsthand, and is reachable throughout program hours.

Our team

Caring staff you can trust

Everyone who works with your loved one is carefully chosen, trained and supported.

Background-checked

Every staff member clears a DOJ Live Scan background check before starting.

CPR & First Aid

Certified before working with clients, and kept current.

Trained from day one

Client rights, mandated reporting, emergency procedures, privacy and person-centered practices.

Supported and supervised

Ongoing training, regular check-ins and in-person observations keep quality high.

How to enroll

Getting services for your loved one

Both of our programs are funded through Alta California Regional Center (ACRC). Here's exactly how to get started, step by step.

First, is your loved one an ACRC client?

Yes, we have a Service Coordinator

Great, you're ready to start.

Contact your ACRC Service Coordinator and ask for a referral to Golden Valley Services for the Day Program, In-Home Respite, or both. They'll talk with you about adding it to your loved one's IPP.

You're also welcome to email us first with any questions.

No, not yet

Start with Alta California Regional Center.

Regional Center services are for people with developmental disabilities, such as autism, intellectual disability, cerebral palsy or epilepsy. Contact ACRC to apply for eligibility. Once your loved one is eligible, they'll be assigned a Service Coordinator.

Visit altaregional.org

What happens after the referral

Here's what to expect with each program.

Day Program · Sacramento County

Joining the Day Program

ACRC sends the referralIncluding your loved one's IPP and any recent reports.
We review it within 5 business daysWe let you and ACRC know if the program is a good fit.
Intake assessmentWe meet with you to learn about skills, interests and goals, and you choose our rides or your own.
AuthorizationACRC approves services. This usually takes about 2 weeks.
First dayWe review the attendance, grievance, program fit and records-release forms with you.
Personal plan within 30 daysThen progress reports every 6 months and a yearly review.

Respite · Sacramento, Placer, Yuba & Yolo

Starting In-Home Respite

ACRC sends the referralWith the IPP and your authorized respite hours.
We review itWe make sure we can safely meet your loved one's needs.
We call your familyTo introduce ourselves and answer questions.
Intake meetingWe go over routines, safety, behavior supports, emergency contacts and scheduling.
Caregiver matchWe assign a caregiver who fits your loved one and your schedule.
Respite beginsWith a note after every visit.

Helpful to have ready

Your Service Coordinator sends us most of this, but it helps to have it handy for our intake meeting.

Your Service Coordinator's name and contact info
Your loved one's current IPP
Emergency contacts
Medications and allergies
Daily routines and favorite activities
Communication style and what helps them feel calm
Any safety concerns, such as wandering
Reports from other day programs or ILS providers, if any

Questions families ask

Frequently asked questions

Where are you located?

Our business office is at 500 Capitol Mall, Sacramento, CA 95814. Our Day Program happens out in the community around Sacramento County, and respite happens in your home.

Which areas do you serve?

Day ProgramSacramento County only, including Sacramento, Elk Grove, Rancho Cordova, Citrus Heights, Folsom, Carmichael, Fair Oaks and North Highlands.

RespiteSacramento, Placer, Yuba and Yolo counties.

How much does it cost?

Our services are funded through Alta California Regional Center when they're authorized in your loved one's IPP. Talk with your Service Coordinator about your authorization.

Do we need to be clients of Alta California Regional Center?

Yes. Both programs require a referral and authorization from ACRC. If your loved one isn't connected yet, contact ACRC to apply for eligibility first.

How soon can services start?

Day ProgramWe review referrals within 5 business days, and services usually begin about 2 weeks after that.

RespiteServices begin once intake is complete and a caregiver is matched.

Do you provide transportation?

Day ProgramYes. We offer pickup between 8 and 9 AM and drop-off between 2 and 3 PM, or you can arrange your own ride through the Regional Center. You can change your choice anytime. Our vehicles don't have wheelchair lifts.

RespiteRespite isn't a transportation service.

What if my loved one can't attend on a certain day?

Day ProgramPlease let us know by 7:30 AM. After 5 days in a row of unplanned absence, we're required to let your Service Coordinator know, and we'll work with your team on any barriers.

RespiteLet us know as soon as possible if you need to cancel or change a visit.

Can we request a different staff member?

Yes. Just let us know by phone, email or in writing. For the Day Program, our Program Supervisor reviews requests within 5 business days and makes the change whenever possible.

What if I have a concern or complaint?

We want to hear it, and there's never any retaliation for speaking up. Tell our Program Director in person or in writing, and we'll respond within 5 business days. If it isn't resolved, we'll bring in your Service Coordinator. You can always contact ACRC or the Office of Clients' Rights Advocacy directly too.

Can we stop services?

Yes, you can choose to stop at any time and we'll coordinate with your Service Coordinator. If we ever need to end services, we'll give you and your Service Coordinator at least 30 days' written notice and help with the transition.

Are your staff background-checked?

Yes. All staff complete a DOJ Live Scan background check and are trained in CPR, First Aid, client rights, mandated reporting and emergency procedures before working with your loved one.

Contact us

We'd love to hear from you.

Whether you're just exploring or ready to start, reach out anytime. We'll answer your questions and help you take the next step.

Email

goldenvalleyservices916@gmail.com

Business office

500 Capitol Mall, Sacramento, CA 95814

Office hours

Monday–Friday, 8 AM – 4 PM

Service areas

Day Program: Sacramento County

Respite: Sacramento, Placer, Yuba & Yolo counties

When you email us, it helps to include

Your name and the best way to reach you
Your loved one's first name and age
The city or county you live in
Which service you're interested in: Day Program, Respite, or both
Whether you have an ACRC Service Coordinator

Please don't email medical records or personal ID numbers. We'll collect what's needed securely during intake.

Compassionate care for the people you love.

Two ways we support your family

Out in the community, building a life they love.

Peace of mind for you. A good day for them.

Which service is right for us?

Proudly serving the Sacramento region

Sacramento County

Four counties

Starting is simpler than you think

Be an ACRC client

Ask your Service Coordinator

We get to know you

Services begin

You give so much. Let us give some back.

Familiar faces

Safety first

Respect and dignity

Part of your team

Out in the community, building a life they love.

Real skills, practiced in real places

Job skills & volunteering

Exploring the community

Self-advocacy

Everyday life skills

A day with Golden Valley

Friendly pickup

Good morning check-in

Out in the community

Lunch together

Practice and celebrate

Safe ride home

Good to know

Who the Day Program is for

A great fit for adults who

This program may not fit if

Joining the Day Program

Ask your Service Coordinator

We review within 5 business days

Intake meeting

First day, then a plan

Peace of mind for you. A good day for them.

At home and out in the community

At home

Community outings

Good to know

Who In-Home Respite is for

A great fit for

Non-medical care

Starting respite

Ask your Service Coordinator

We call your family

Intake meeting

Respite begins

Rooted in Sacramento. Built around families.

Why we created Golden Valley

Because a good day should feel like real life.

Because caregivers need care too.

What we work toward every day

The values behind our care

Meet the people behind Golden Valley

Nauman Khattak

Fayez Khan

Caring staff you can trust

Background-checked

CPR & First Aid

Trained from day one

Supported and supervised

Getting services for your loved one

First, is your loved one an ACRC client?

Great, you're ready to start.

Start with Alta California Regional Center.

What happens after the referral

Joining the Day Program

Starting In-Home Respite

Helpful to have ready

Frequently asked questions

We'd love to hear from you.

When you email us, it helps to include

Let's find the right support together.