New Horizons
New Horizons is an organization in North Hills, CA offering disability services, education, employment, housing, training, transportation, and youth services. Provides employment preparation, independent living and community participation services for people with disabilities.
- Location
- North Hills, CA
- Services
- Disability services, Education, Employment, Housing, Training, Transportation, Youth services
- Website
- https://newhorizons-sfv.org/
Services
Go4Grocery
Go4Grocery prepares individuals with disabilities for employment in grocery and retail settings through classroom lessons in a simulated grocery store and hands-on training at community grocery stores. Graduates may transition to ongoing job placement and coaching.
Eligibility: Open to adults of all ages and students ages 16–22 with disabilities.
Application: Prospective trainees can request enrollment through a Department of Rehabilitation counselor, obtain a Regional Center referral, or contact New Horizons at (818) 894-9301.
Fees: Funded through the California Department of Rehabilitation; eligible participants attend at no charge.
Schedule: A 10-week course with four sessions weekly. Adult training runs Monday through Thursday from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm, and student sessions occur in the afternoon.
Youth Navigation Center (YNC)
Provides travel training to youth with disabilities transitioning to adulthood, employment, or higher education. Certified travel training instructors teach pedestrian safety, bus etiquette, public transit navigation, and route planning.
Application: Partner schools or interested individuals may call (818) 894-9301 ext. 328 or submit an online inquiry form.
Fees: Offered free of charge to partner schools through funding from the Windsong Trust.
Schedule: 10- to 12-week program delivered through virtual, in-person, or hybrid classes.
Camp CapAbility
A four-week summer program delivered in partnership with the California Department of Rehabilitation. High school students with disabilities engage in interactive workshops, career exploration, mock interviews, college visits, and self-advocacy training.
Eligibility: Open to students ages 16–21 enrolled in a recognized education program who receive special education services, 504 plan/IEP accommodations, or have a qualifying physical or mental impairment.
Application: Families can apply by filling out the online interest list form or contacting New Horizons at 818-894-9301.
Fees: Free of charge to families of qualified students.
Schedule: Four-week summer session held July 6–31, 2026.
Southern California Youth Leadership Forum (SoCal YLF)
A week-long leadership program for youth with disabilities hosted at California State University, Northridge (CSUN) in partnership with the California Department of Rehabilitation. Participants build self-advocacy and leadership skills, hear from guest speakers, and tour campus resources.
Eligibility: Students ages 16–21 enrolled in an education program who receive special education services, 504 plan/IEP accommodations, or have a qualifying physical or mental impairment.
Application: Complete the online YLF application/interest form or call (818) 578-4981 ext. 392.
Schedule: Runs August 3–7, 2026, on-site at CSUN.
Youth Services – Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS)
Authorized by the California Department of Rehabilitation, Pre-ETS helps students with disabilities explore career and postsecondary learning options. Services include job exploration counseling, work-based learning, postsecondary enrollment advising, workplace readiness training, and self-advocacy training.
Eligibility: Students ages 16–21 enrolled in an education program with an IEP, 504 plan, or qualifying physical/mental impairment. Currently partnering with the Van Nuys/Foothill District of the Department of Rehabilitation.
Application: Inquire by calling New Horizons at 818-894-9301.
Fees: Available at no cost to the family for eligible students.
Employment Services
Places individuals with developmental disabilities into competitive jobs at local community employers. Includes Supported Employment, Direct Placement, External Situational Assessments, and ongoing support from professional job coaches.
Eligibility: Adults age 18 and older with developmental disabilities; requires a Regional Center referral or private pay capability.
Application: Contact the program team using the provider’s published program page for current application instructions.
Fees: Job coaching and placement assistance are provided at no cost to employers.
Pathways
A one-year employment transition program for individuals preparing for supported employment and competitive community jobs. Participants work in small community-based groups receiving a daily stipend and attend weekly Job Club sessions to refine soft skills.
Schedule: A one-year program where participants spend two days a week in community-based work training (4:1 trainee-to-staff ratio) and attend a one-hour weekly Job Club.
Adaptive Skills Training (AST)
Provides one-on-one or small-group instruction in home and community settings to help adults with developmental disabilities master practical skills, including personal hygiene, safety awareness, money management, household tasks, community navigation, and routine management.
Eligibility: Must be eligible for Regional Center services and have AST authorized through an Individual Program Plan (IPP) based on assessed need.
Application: Contact your Regional Center Service Coordinator or reach New Horizons at 818-894-9301.
Community Integration Program
Offers adults with disabilities who are not ready for employment the chance to engage in community life. Support specialists plan outings, coordinate transit, and assist participants in taking community classes, volunteering, and building social relationships.
Community Learning Center (CLC)
Provides individuals with disabilities opportunities to practice functional living skills, explore creative expression, and volunteer at community locations like food pantries and pet stores. Training is held on campus, in the community, and remotely.
CreARTive Collective
A weekly arts program offering workshops led by practicing artists. Participants learn printmaking, ceramics, mosaics, and collage to develop fine motor coordination and creative self-expression, with opportunities to show and sell work at events.
Digital Playbook
A three-module curriculum instructing individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in online safety and essential technology skills using phones, tablets, and computers. Instruction is self-paced and offered remotely or in-person.
Schedule: Flexible, self-paced sessions scheduled to fit student needs, held either remotely or at the agency's Glendale office.
Green Light to Mobility Travel Training
Provides instruction helping members with disabilities learn how to independently and safely use public transit systems, such as LA Metro buses and trains, throughout the Greater Los Angeles area.
Fees: Funded by Metro and provided free of charge.
Monarch Mobile Day Program
Delivers customized day program support and activities directly to individuals with special needs in residential settings, such as family homes, convalescent homes, or skilled nursing facilities, on a temporary or long-term basis.
Virtual Day Program
An online portal connecting members to daily activities and live interactive Zoom sessions covering life skills, pedestrian and home safety lessons, cooking, arts and crafts, and self-advocacy.
Residential & Community Living
Offers residential group home care and independent community living support. Provides 24-hour assistance across residential homes in the San Fernando Valley as well as personalized assistance with budgeting, menu planning, and housing search for adults living independently.
Eligibility: Adults age 18 and older with developmental disabilities; clients must have a Regional Center referral or the ability to privately pay.
Application: Clients or families should contact their Regional Center service coordinator for a referral or call New Horizons at 818-894-9301.
Locations
- New Horizons Main Campus, 15725 Parthenia St., North Hills, CA, 91343 — Administrative office is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. Designated parking is located at 8726 Haskell Avenue north of Parthenia.
Questions
What does New Horizons offer?
New Horizons offers Go4Grocery, Youth Navigation Center (YNC), Camp CapAbility, Southern California Youth Leadership Forum (SoCal YLF), Youth Services – Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS), Employment Services, Pathways, Adaptive Skills Training (AST), Community Integration Program, Community Learning Center (CLC), CreARTive Collective, Digital Playbook, Green Light to Mobility Travel Training, Monarch Mobile Day Program, Virtual Day Program, and Residential & Community Living.
Where is New Horizons?
New Horizons is at 15725 Parthenia St., North Hills, CA, 91343.
How do I contact New Horizons?
To reach New Horizons, visit https://newhorizons-sfv.org/.
Who is eligible for Go4Grocery?
Eligibility for Go4Grocery: Open to adults of all ages and students ages 16–22 with disabilities.
When is Go4Grocery available?
Schedule for Go4Grocery: A 10-week course with four sessions weekly. Adult training runs Monday through Thursday from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm, and student sessions occur in the afternoon.
Does Go4Grocery cost anything?
Fees for Go4Grocery: Funded through the California Department of Rehabilitation; eligible participants attend at no charge.
How do I apply for Go4Grocery?
Application for Go4Grocery: Prospective trainees can request enrollment through a Department of Rehabilitation counselor, obtain a Regional Center referral, or contact New Horizons at (818) 894-9301.
When is Youth Navigation Center (YNC) available?
Schedule for Youth Navigation Center (YNC): 10- to 12-week program delivered through virtual, in-person, or hybrid classes.
Does Youth Navigation Center (YNC) cost anything?
Fees for Youth Navigation Center (YNC): Offered free of charge to partner schools through funding from the Windsong Trust.
How do I apply for Youth Navigation Center (YNC)?
Application for Youth Navigation Center (YNC): Partner schools or interested individuals may call (818) 894-9301 ext. 328 or submit an online inquiry form.
Who is eligible for Camp CapAbility?
Eligibility for Camp CapAbility: Open to students ages 16–21 enrolled in a recognized education program who receive special education services, 504 plan/IEP accommodations, or have a qualifying physical or mental impairment.
When is Camp CapAbility available?
Schedule for Camp CapAbility: Four-week summer session held July 6–31, 2026.
Does Camp CapAbility cost anything?
Fees for Camp CapAbility: Free of charge to families of qualified students.
How do I apply for Camp CapAbility?
Application for Camp CapAbility: Families can apply by filling out the online interest list form or contacting New Horizons at 818-894-9301.
Who is eligible for Southern California Youth Leadership Forum (SoCal YLF)?
Eligibility for Southern California Youth Leadership Forum (SoCal YLF): Students ages 16–21 enrolled in an education program who receive special education services, 504 plan/IEP accommodations, or have a qualifying physical or mental impairment.
When is Southern California Youth Leadership Forum (SoCal YLF) available?
Schedule for Southern California Youth Leadership Forum (SoCal YLF): Runs August 3–7, 2026, on-site at CSUN.
How do I apply for Southern California Youth Leadership Forum (SoCal YLF)?
Application for Southern California Youth Leadership Forum (SoCal YLF): Complete the online YLF application/interest form or call (818) 578-4981 ext. 392.
Who is eligible for Youth Services – Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS)?
Eligibility for Youth Services – Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS): Students ages 16–21 enrolled in an education program with an IEP, 504 plan, or qualifying physical/mental impairment. Currently partnering with the Van Nuys/Foothill District of the Department of Rehabilitation.
Does Youth Services – Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) cost anything?
Fees for Youth Services – Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS): Available at no cost to the family for eligible students.
How do I apply for Youth Services – Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS)?
Application for Youth Services – Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS): Inquire by calling New Horizons at 818-894-9301.
Who is eligible for Employment Services?
Eligibility for Employment Services: Adults age 18 and older with developmental disabilities; requires a Regional Center referral or private pay capability.
Does Employment Services cost anything?
Fees for Employment Services: Job coaching and placement assistance are provided at no cost to employers.
How do I apply for Employment Services?
Application for Employment Services: Contact the program team using the provider’s published program page for current application instructions.
When is Pathways available?
Schedule for Pathways: A one-year program where participants spend two days a week in community-based work training (4:1 trainee-to-staff ratio) and attend a one-hour weekly Job Club.
Who is eligible for Adaptive Skills Training (AST)?
Eligibility for Adaptive Skills Training (AST): Must be eligible for Regional Center services and have AST authorized through an Individual Program Plan (IPP) based on assessed need.
How do I apply for Adaptive Skills Training (AST)?
Application for Adaptive Skills Training (AST): Contact your Regional Center Service Coordinator or reach New Horizons at 818-894-9301.
When is Digital Playbook available?
Schedule for Digital Playbook: Flexible, self-paced sessions scheduled to fit student needs, held either remotely or at the agency's Glendale office.
Does Green Light to Mobility Travel Training cost anything?
Fees for Green Light to Mobility Travel Training: Funded by Metro and provided free of charge.
Who is eligible for Residential & Community Living?
Eligibility for Residential & Community Living: Adults age 18 and older with developmental disabilities; clients must have a Regional Center referral or the ability to privately pay.
How do I apply for Residential & Community Living?
Application for Residential & Community Living: Clients or families should contact their Regional Center service coordinator for a referral or call New Horizons at 818-894-9301.
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