Exceptional Children’s Foundation

Exceptional Children’s Foundation offers Young Children Center-Based Services for infants and toddlers, Young Children Home-Based Services for infants and toddlers, and Kayne Eras K-12 School. It also offers ABA Services and Mental Health Services.

Programs

• Young Children Center-Based Services — Infants and toddlers · Early intervention programs for infants and toddlers.
• Young Children Home-Based Services — Infants and toddlers · Home-based services for young children.
• Kayne Eras K-12 School — K-12 · K-12 school added through the 2008 merger with Kayne Eras Center.
• ABA Services
• Mental Health Services
• Adult Programs — Adults with special needs · Programs and services to help adults meet personal, residential and employment goals.
• Exceptional Works — Adults with special needs · Programs designed to help guide participants along Pathways to Employment.
• Art Centers Program — Adults with special needs · Fine arts training combined with case management and life skills training.
• Community Fusion — Adults with moderate to severe disabilities · Training in self-help to increase vocational, recreational, and social skills; includes health and fitness, outings and volunteer activities.
• Exceptional Community Connections — Adults with special needs · Meaningful community-based service and volunteer activities.
• Individual Pathways — Young adults · Transitional plans to help participants access community resources, gain training and skill development, enter the job market, or engage in community volunteering.
• Residential Services Program — Adult clients · Housing, life skills training, and support.

At a glance

• Ages: 0–18 years old

About the provider

Exceptional Children’s Foundation was founded in 1946. It states a mission to provide the highest quality services for children and adults who are challenged with special needs, empowering them to reach their greatest potential. The organization has earned the highest standard six-year accreditation from the Western Association of Schools and Colleges, and it supports nearly 4,000 children, adults, and their families at 14 service sites, in clients’ homes, and in community settings throughout L.A. County.

Last updated October 6, 2026.