All NLACRC offices will be closed on Monday, May 25, 2026, in observance of Memorial Day as we honor and remember those who served. Regular business hours will resume on Tuesday, May 26, 2026.

If you have a medical emergency, please call 9‑1‑1. For urgent matters, you may contact our 24‑hour after‑hours line at (818) 778‑1900.

All NLACRC offices will be closed for walk ins/visitors but still open for business on Wednesday, May 27th.

Si tiene una emergencia médica, llame al 9-1-1. Para asuntos urgentes, llame a nuestra línea telefónica disponible las 24 horas, fuera del horario de atención, al (818) 778-1900.

Historias

Christian Lifonzo

3 de junio de 2025

Christian, diagnosed with autism at age 9 in 2006, faced immense challenges in a time when awareness and support were scarce. Despite early struggles in school, social isolation, and being told he would never succeed, his family never gave up on him.

A pivotal move to the Antelope Valley brought the support he needed, and Christian began to thrive—graduating high school with a 4.0 GPA and earning four associate degrees from Antelope Valley College. He went on to earn a Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering from CSULB and, in April, achieved his dream job as an engineer at Lockheed Martin. Though he still receives support at home, Christian’s story is a powerful testament to the impact of proper support, perseverance, and belief in one’s potential.