Amplifying Expression. Building Independence.

Welcome to Building Voices, LLC. We are a multi-division organization dedicated to human development, lifelong literacy, and adult self-determination. Through our two specialized branches, we provide the educational scaffolding needed for individuals to cultivate their voices and thrive at every milestone—from early childhood reading to autonomous adult living within the community.

Our Philosophy

At Building Voices LLC, we know that communication and literacy are the ultimate foundations for personal autonomy. The very same reading blocks that spark imagination in a child's bedtime story are the tools that empower an adult to manage their own state-funded budget, read an apartment lease, and advocate for themselves in the community.

Because we believe in true empowerment, we fiercely protect every individual’s right to personal choice, self-determination, and the freedom to learn from real-life experiences. Rather than micro-managing daily routines, our team coaches individuals through the natural consequences of their lifestyle and financial decisions—turning everyday choices into opportunities for personal growth.

Division One

Building Voices Independence Network (BVIN)

Welcome to Building Voices Independence Network, a premier human services division dedicated to delivering elite, data-driven transition consulting, positive behavior support, vocational development, and 24/7 care management.

In direct partnership with the Regional Center of the East Bay (RCEB), we guide individuals into independent, self-determined, and fully integrated lifestyles under California Title 17. By combining clinical precision with the Dignity of Risk, we provide the personalized scaffolding adults with developmental disabilities need to confidently direct their own lives, master functional skills, and thrive in the least restrictive setting possible.

  • 🗺️ Self-Determination & Transition Consulting (No Code Required)

    • SDP & Transition Consulting: Expert Person-Centered Planning (PCP) and Independent Facilitation to map out state-funded spending plans for young adults (ages 18–22) transitioning out of school districts.

  • 📚 Clinical & Academic Skill Builders (Proprietary Curriculum Binders)

    • Adaptive Skills Training (Code 605): Metrics-driven instruction to build essential daily living, safety, and personal autonomy behaviors.

    • Adult Literacy & Functional Academics (Code 107): Tailored learning tools enhancing real-world reading, financial literacy, and cognitive communication.

    • Specialized Parenting Skills (Code 108): Individualized mentorship and clinical coaching for parents with developmental disabilities.

  • 🧭 Community & Vocational Transition (Workforce & Social Integration)

    • Independent Living Services (Code 520): Hands-on coaching covering home management, meal preparation, and personal budgeting.

    • Socialization Training (Code 028): Skill-building focused on establishing meaningful relationships and safe community navigation.

    • Supported Employment & Job Coaching (Code 952): Workforce readiness, placement support, and dedicated on-the-job mentorship.

  • 🏠 Supported Living Services (24/7 Residential Care)

    • Supported Living Services (Code 896): Continuous care management and meticulous "Zero Overtime" staffing rosters for consumers in shared roommate cluster households.

📥 Ready to Partner With Us? Are you an RCEB Service Coordinator looking to authorize a Purchase of Service (POS), or a family member ready to initiate an intake?

Explore Programs

Building Voices Publishing

Our flagship literacy division specializes in vibrant children's literature, educational resources, and diverse storytelling. We believe that empowering individuals begins with the spark of early reading, communication, and language development.

  • What We Offer:

    • Children's Book Catalog & E-Commerce: Diverse stories that inspire representation and a lifelong love of reading.

    • Author Spotlights & School Literacy Visits: Bringing engaging, live storytelling directly into local classrooms and communities.

    • Resources for Educators & Early Childhood Classrooms: Practical curriculum tools to foster foundational language development.

    Ready to start your reading journey? Join our community of parents and educators dedicated to fostering lifelong readers. We feature active daily reading programs designed for early literacy success across North America.

Division Two

Our Books

👤 Meet the Founder & Executive Director

A Quarter-Century of Advocacy, Clinical Insight, and Educational Leadership

Building Voices Independence Network was founded and is actively led by an elite educational specialist who brings 25 years of dedicated frontline expertise in special education, specialized curriculum design, and intensive IEP development.

Our founder's career is built upon a profound understanding of how to bridge the gap between structured school-age environments and autonomous adult living. This quarter-century of hands-on field experience is backed by advanced academic training, including a Master of Science in Special Education and a near-complete Doctorate in Educational Leadership (Ed.D. Candidate).

"True independence is not just about physical placement; it is about cognitive freedom and the power of expression. I designed this network to ensure that every individual we serve has access to data-driven clinical programming, functional literacy, and the dignity to map out their own future." ---Dr. Taneeka Bourgeois - da Silva — Founder & Executive Director

Why Our Leadership Matters to Families and Service Coordinators:

  • 25 Years of System Expertise: Deep operational mastery of the complex systems governing IEPs, school district transitions, and Regional Center funding structures.

  • Advanced Educational Scaffolding: Advanced clinical design behind our proprietary curriculum binders—ensuring your specialized goals are backed by doctoral-level academic frameworks.

  • Local RCEB Alignment: A trusted partner built to deliver zero-overtime staffing rosters, strict Title 17 compliance, and positive behavior support methods that protect active community integration.