Le Tusa, Inc.

We develop new services and increase accessibility to specialized services. We strive to accomplish our mission through the implementation of diverse services.

Le Tusa, Inc., seeks to evolve the services for individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities, including individuals with co-occuring mental health conditions. Currently, these services include:
- Specialized therapeutic services
- Telehealth services: parent/caregiver counsel, coaching & individual
psychotherapy & agency trainings
- Individualized trainings and educatio

n
- Consultation with residential and day service providers
- Public policy advocacy efforts
- Program development and design

Le Tusa, Inc. is working to develop new services that include:
- Social skill acquisition classes
- Social-sexual education classes
- Psycho-education services
- Peer empowerment services
- Clinical Training Program

08/21/2026

Author, yogi, and former teacher, Carolyn Bowman taught us some important lessons in her keynote speech at the Symposium back in May:

1. Slow progress is meaningful.

2. Make good use of your strengths with creativity.

3. Move on your own terms with confidence, especially with the help of yoga.

4. It takes a village of support systems to grow and find joy.

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Image 1: Blue presentation gradient slide titled “Embracing our Wiggly Warrior Spirit,” presented by Carolyn Bowman, with Carolyn speaking at a microphone.

Image 2: Carolyn raises both arms behind a microphone and podium, while Thea mirrors her gesture onstage against a dark backdrop.

Image 3: Carolyn gestures beside a screen saying “Crawl Before Walking,” while a sign language interpreter interprets her speech to the audience.

Image 4: Carolyn speaks and gestures toward the audience from behind a wooden podium, at the Pomeroy Center's Main Hall. She wears a patterned vest and stands next to her walker.]

Check out her keynote speech here: https://youtu.be/VfKuD6Eu5vQ?si=HOn_sA0xNWnF2pDo

08/07/2026

At next Thursday’s JOIN IN, activist and self-advocate, Saida Mahoney, is going to tell us about what makes their life unique. They are also going to teach us how to celebrate our differences and identities, including disability! Don’t forget to bring a friend to this month’s Join In meeting on the 13th from 7:00-8:00pm on Zoom! Sign up on the link below!

Time: August 13th from 7pm to 8pm
Sign Up 👉 https://mailchi.mp/letusainc/join-in-sign-up

07/31/2026

May 30th was a special day for self-advocates, their support networks, and others who use Regional Center services. Self-advocates from the disability community came together to share information about services, choices, rights, and lived experience! Here are some of the highlights from the day, and some special words from the organizers! ✨ ♿️ 🖍️ 🎤

Watch the recorded sessions here 👉 https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLu7zPgboPiogOf4Vzuz8ZiTa2_AVtc2E9&si=EktsiqXqIRVnFGhj

Learn more about participating vendors here 👉https://www.letusainc.com/symposium

07/25/2026

Earlier this month, Le Tusa attended the Wheel of Pride: Navigating Life event hosted by SF Community Living Campaign in celebration of Disability Pride Month!

We spent a meaningful afternoon learning from different organizations, learning about what disability pride means to participants, and getting to know how our public spaces can become more accessible. We loved hearing about the lived experiences of the panelists and seeing their art!

Thank you to the San Francisco Public Library for hosting the event and for receiving us!

[Image description:

Image 1: Two panelists sit behind a red table with microphones. A screen behind them displays art by Felipe Martinez of a saint and a colorful tree.

Image 2: Le Tusa staff members Marian, Thea, and Jasmine pose in front of a "Community Living Campaign" step-and-repeat banner while wearing event badges. Thea waves, and Jasmine holds a pink folder.

Image 3: Three men participating in the community panel discussion. A panelist sits on the left side, the moderator stands at a podium reading from notes while the ASL interpreter sits in the chair in front of the podium.]

07/01/2026

The best moments of the Symposium weren't the just the moments in the event schedule. They were the conversations with presenters, the laughs, the dancing, and the pictures taken together. We met so many new allies, reconnected with old friends, and forged new connections that will last long after the event is over.

We're grateful for every moment of connection the Symposium brought.

[Image description:

Image 1: Elizabeth and her friend sitting at a table, smiling before the presentation. Elizabeth uses a wheelchair and her friend wears a black puffer jacket.

Image 2: Le Tusa team members Madaly and JJ are smiling and dancing to live music during the Social Mixer. Madaly wears a colorful yellow jacket, while JJ wears a teal Le Tusa shirt with a backpack.

Image 3: A family of three people sitting at a table and smiling while looking at their smartphone during the Lunch break. There is a juice bottle and snacks on the table.

Image 4: Tiffany and keynote speaker Carolyn Bowman sit at a table while engaging in conversation during the Lunch Break. There are people sitting in the background enjoying their food.

Image 5: An attendee shows Sara the Symposium event brochure for the next presentation. The classroom environment has tulip and daisy artwork on the wall.

Image 6: A woman with long curly hair and glasses animatedly gestures while speaking to two attendees. One holds a drink and another wears a face mask.]

06/24/2026

Seeing all of the contributions to our "Community Dream Board" brings us so much sparkles and joy. ✨📷 🖍️

During the Symposium, attendees had the option to contribute to the Community Dream Board, a sheet of paper hung to the wall where they could write, draw, and paste their dreams. Next to the wall was a table with tape, colorful markers, and picture cut-outs for the Dream board.

When we share our goals and dreams together, the future changes for the better. Do you see your contributions in the wall?

[Image Description:

Image 1: An attendee wearing a tie-dye shirt and colorful teal cap writing on a notepad at a table with stickers, images and markers.

Image 2: Close-up of a whiteboards stand with "Welcome to our Dream Board" written and instructions for setting goals and dreams. Words are emphasized with blue and red colors.

Image 3: An attendee is sitting at a table, pasting an image with a glue stick. The table is filled by art supplies and a computer is on the background.

Image 4: A person in a dark sweater writes on a colorful "Community Dream Board" filled with drawings, stickers, and dreams, conveying creativity and hope.

Image 5: A cluttered table with colorful markers, tape , and various cut-out pictures of smiling faces, emojis, illustrations, and stock images.

Image 6: Close-up of colorful markers on a table with colorful cut-out pictures, and a purple-capped marker.

Image 7: Close-up of the "Community Dream Board" hung on the wall. The board is full of cut-out images, positive messages, dreams, and goals written in colorful markers.]

06/20/2026

A huge round of applause to our Symposium panelists that showed up at the Main Stage and helped spark meaningful conversations. They shared with us about topics ranging from self-advocacy to lived experiences with housing and had opportunity to respond to questions from the audience!
We're grateful for your contributions to the event! Thank you panelists! 👏👏 🎤

[Image descriptions:

Image 1: Andrew, Teali, and Katie are seated on stage and having a discussion during the "Lived Experience in Housing Panel." Andrew holds a microphone, while the rest smile and make the clapping gesture.

Image 2: Sara, Jasmine, Garrett, and JJ at the "Social Club" panel. They are holding microphones and papers, engaging in a discussion.

Image 3: Matthew and Saida engage in a discussion at the "Self-Advocacy" Panel. Background projection displays text about agency and life choices.

Image 4: Panelists Sara, Jasmine, Garrett and JJ, sit on a stage panel, holding papers and having a discussion. A banner below reads "Rights, Choices, & Connections Symposium.”

Image 5: Sara talks into a microphone while Jasmine listens at the "Social Clubs" Panel. Sara has short dark hair and Tshirt while Jasmine wears the Le Tusa staff teal shirt.

Image 6: Teali, who wears a white hoodie, answers questions with a microphone next to Katie to a seated audience. Informational booths are in the background.

Image 7: An attendee with glasses asks a question to the panelists into a microphone, while gesturing with her hand. She stands in a bright room with people seated at round tables in the background.

Image 8: Garrett and JJ are holding microphones at the "Social Clubs" Panel. Garrett, wearing a black hoodie, responds to a question. JJ, wearing a teal Le Tusa staff shirt and beanie, listens to his response.

06/19/2026

A huge THANK YOU to our talented presenters who shared their insights on various topics such as job searching, housing options, friendships, & more! The presentations were full of expertise and insights on every slide. Grateful for the attendees who showed up, asked questions, gave advice, shared their stories, and made this Symposium memorable!

[Image descriptions:

Image 1: Carolyn Bowman speaks at a podium with a microphone, while presenting her Keynote Speech. Beside her, a sign language interpreter translates. A screen displays the text, "When the roots are deep, there is no reason to fear the wind," against a serene landscape background.

Image 2: Alex Madrid, from the GGRC, presents to a group of attendees. The room is bright, with bulletin boards and recycling bins visible in the background.

Image 3: Isaac from The Kelsey presents advocacy information on a screen to the audience. He wears a mask and glasses.

Image 4: Teali gives a presentation while holding a piece of paper to the audience. She is standing in a classroom with a computer, and TV screen in the background.

Image 5: Gull stands confidently, wearing glasses and a jacket, while presenting "My Job Searching Efforts" to peers.

Image 6: Elizabeth, who uses a motorized wheelchair, presents to attendees in a classroom. Her wheelchair holds her phone, and her bags.

Image 7: Sharon and Vernae give their presentation about friendship while looking at a computer screen that displays a "Group Question" slide.

Image 8: Masha gives her presentation about the healing spirit of music. She wears a gray blazer and is standing in a classroom next to a keyboard with sheet music.]

06/17/2026

We are beyond thankful to The Pomeroy Center for hosting "The Rights, Choices, and Connections Symposium" at their facilities! We loved gathering the large group in the Main Hall, having the kitchen for meal prep, and using the stage, and class rooms for our breakout sessions. Thank you to PRRC for being a wonderful and supportive community partner.

[Image descriptions:

Picture 1: Entrance sign for The Pomeroy Center in teal blue, with trees in the background. The day is sunny, and a flagpole with a US, and a rainbow flag is visible further away.

Picture 2: A diverse group of attendees listens to presenter Isaac from the Kelsey's presentation. He is wearing a mask in a room with large windows. The atmosphere is engaging and attentive.

Picture 3: Panelists Katie and Teali sit on chairs facing the audience at the Main Hall. Teali holds a microphone, engaging with attendees. Vendor fair booths are visible in the background.

Picture 4: Panelists Andrew, Katie, Teali and Le Tusa staff member Madaly are on a stage during a panel discussion. Panelists are seated while Andrew holding a microphone, and Madaly is at a podium, addressing the audience.

Picture 5: Le Tusa team member Thea speaks at a podium to attendees at the beginning of the event. She is wearing a blue shirt.

Picture 6: Giorgi and Garrett enjoying themselves at the the Social Mixer in the Main Hall at the end of the event. They are smiling and making funny faces and poses.]

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https://www.letusainc.com/, https://linktr.ee/letusainc

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