2024-05-15T14:53:32-07:00 2023-06-30 954401626 Vasin Heyn & Company 5000 N Parkway Calabasas 201 Calabasas CA 91302 990 2022-07-01 951911180 Rancho Research Institute RANC 5623858111 7601 E Imperial Hwy Trailer F3 Downey CA 90242 Yaga Szlachcic MD President 2024-05-15 true Yaga Szlachcic MD 999009999 true Rolland Vasin P00644882 8182223500 2 AAL1 IAL1 FAL1 2022 2023-04-26 12:10:37Z Philip Requejo PhD 7601 E Imperial Hwy Trailer F3 Downey CA 90242 11065788 false X ranchoresearch.org X 1956 CA The mission of Rancho Research Institute (RRI) is to conduct medical research and education activities at Rancho Los Amigos National Rehabilitation Center (Rancho)to continuously improve the care and quality of life of persons with disabilities. 13 12 116 10 0 5135309 6620815 3824759 4162024 252452 275593 -1771 7356 9210749 11065788 0 0 5380106 6403861 0 0 3443294 3974220 8823400 10378081 387349 687707 9493263 10792371 1166771 1559705 8326492 9232666 X The mission of Rancho Research Institute (RRI) is to conduct medical research and education activities at Rancho Los Amigos National Rehabilitation Center (Rancho)See Schedule O for more details. false false 3239107 The Orthotics Services at Rancho Los Amigos National Rehabilitation Center (RLANRC) is a unique and critical resource for providing optimal patient care to individuals with neurological and musculoskeletal disorders that impact either walking or upper extremity function. Full range of orthotic services are provided to both in-and out-patients as well as from those outside of RLANRC via our satellite location. Staff orthotists, prosthetists, and fitters are part of the multi-disciplinary team that works together to develop an assessment and treatment plan for the clients. Practitioners consult with therapists and physicians to determine the best design for each patient. The department's on-site location at RLANRC allows quick response and follow-up to the needs of the medical center, as well as easy access for clinic patients. See Schedule O for more details. 1304525 SCI Model System - The overarching goal of the Southern California Spinal Cord Injury Model System (SCIMS) at Rancho Los Amigos National Rehabilitation Center (RLANRC) is to generate new knowledge that fosters recovery of function, community re-integration, and wellness throughout the lifetime of individuals with spinal cord injury (SCI). RLANRC is designated as the Patient-Centered Medical Home for SCI in Los Angeles County, providing services to a large underserved and minority population. The objectives of our SCIMS will be achieved through four integrated categories of effort during the five years: 1) Comprehensive Service Delivery; 2) Participation in the National SCI Database; 3) Site-Specific Research; and 4) Collaborative Research Module(s). See Schedule O for more details. 852425 Clinical trials (i.e., research work funded via industry sponsors) are an essential part of RRIs operation, a valuable enterprise whose goal is to facilitate the rigorous testing of new pharmaceutical and device technologies, and to build a bridge between clinical research and clinical practice. RRIs Clinical Trials Division oversees trials in several rapidly-expanding areas of need for Rancho's specific patient population, including Neurology, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Gerontology, Nephrology, Podiatry, and Urology. Serving 18 physician investigators on over two dozen trials and conducting approximately 800 trial visits in fiscal year 2022-2023, RRIs Clinical Trials Division is the standard bearer for excellence in industry-sponsored research, and their work continues to push medical innovation forward, creating new tools for physicians and better outcomes for patients. 3299997 8696054 true true false false false false false false false false true false false false true true true false false false false false false false false false false false false true false false false false false false false false false false false false false true false false false true 62 0 true 116 true false false false false false false false 0 false false false false false false false X 13 12 false false false false false false false true true false false false true true true true true true false false CA X X Philip Requejo 5623858111 PO Box 3500 Downey CA 90242 Philip Requejo PhD CEO 40.00 0.00 X 179234 0 30976 Chuck DuBourdieu Director 40.00 0.00 X 155693 0 14391 Yaga Szlachcic MD President 2.00 0.00 X X 0 0 0 John Casillas Treasurer 2.00 0.00 X X 0 0 0 Konita Wilks DDS Secretary 2.00 0.00 X X 0 0 0 Dr Susan Shaw Director 2.00 0.00 X X 0 0 0 Jerry Wetzstein Director 1.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Dr Jill McKnitt Director 1.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Barry Jordan MD CMO Director 1.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 David Armstrong PhD DPM Director 1.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Gavin Gav Gabriel Esq Director 1.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Aries Limbaga Director 1.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Charles Liu MD PhD Director 1.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Lilli Thompson PT DPT NCS Director 1.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 334927 45367 2 false true false 0 6055569 565246 6620815 Other Sales and Service 339110 4162024 4162024 4162024 275593 275593 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Other income 900099 7356 7356 7356 11065788 4169380 275593 0 0 0 0 216679 216679 0 4865212 4129481 735731 357164 297142 60022 511647 416931 94716 453159 359025 94134 0 23043 23043 18929 18929 0 0 0 8509 8509 0 0 20643 20205 438 0 0 90184 71346 18838 0 8000 7000 1000 13332 13332 0 30870 14406 16464 166595 51528 115067 Indirect Costs 1519591 1519591 Materials and Supplies 535719 511931 23788 Outside Services 427271 390260 37011 Outside Production Work Svc 369664 369664 741870 529035 212835 10378081 8696054 1682027 0 215123 334742 502643 406030 1726390 2503294 1294593 1591857 0 0 0 681280 631544 63249 68313 934247 865027 99850 69220 4910135 5160206 0 0 0 27165 9493263 10792371 1126237 1255447 40534 304258 1166771 1559705 X 7345852 8143921 980640 1088745 8326492 9232666 9493263 10792371 687707 243113 -24646 X false true X true true true X The Rancho Los Amigos National Rehab Downey CA RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED 138313 138313 795934 726714 69220 69220 Government Funded Assets 27023 Line of credit payable 250000 Operating lease liability 27235 304258 X 11284255 243113 243113 11041142 24646 24646 11065788 10378081 10378081 10378081 Part X : FIN48 Footnote Rancho Research Institute is exempt from Federal income taxes under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code and California income taxes under section 23701(d) of the California Revenue and Taxation Code. The IRS classified the organization as one that is not a private foundation within the meaning of section 509(a) of the Code because it is an organization described in section(s) 509(a)(1) and 170(b)(1)(A)(vi). Rancho Research Institute has adopted Financial Accounting Standards Board Accounting Standards Codification (ASC) Section 740-10, which clarifies the accounting for uncertainty in income taxes. ASC Section 740-10 prescribes a recognition threshold and measurement attribute for the financial statement recognition and measurement of a tax position taken or expected to be taken in a tax return. ASC Section 740-10 requires that an organization recognize in the financial statements the impact of the tax position if that position will more likely than not be sustained on audit, based on the technical merits of the position. As of and for the year ended June 30, 2023, Rancho Research Institute had no material unrecognized tax benefits, tax penalties or interest.Rancho Research Institute's Forms 990, Return of Organization Exempt from Income Tax, for each of the tax years ended June 30; 2022, 2021, 2020, are subject to examination by the IRS, generally for 3 years after they were filed.Rancho Research Institutes Forms 199, California Exempt Organization Return, for each of the tax years ended June 30, 2022, 2021, 2020, and 2019, are subject to examination by the Franchise Tax Board, generally for 4 years after they were filed. X X false false false false false false false false false Chuck DuBourdieu Director 155693 12455 1936 170084 Philip Requejo PhD CEO 179234 14339 16637 210210 Form 990, Part III, Line 4d OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 4: The RRI Patient Transportation Services (Prop A & LA Metro Grant) provides specialized wheelchair accessible transportation for individuals with disabilities and special needs. We provide temporary transportation services for outpatients to and from home while they seek long-term transportation. This is a shared ride service, where the shuttle carries several patients at a time, to and from Rancho for various services, programs, and patient studies including the Wellness Center. Transportation runs throughout the day, five days a week - $467,418;Since 1957, the Driver Rehabilitation and Training Program, as part of the Occupational Therapy Department at Rancho Los Amigos National Rehabilitation Center, has been assisting disabled or medically at-risk drivers to become skilled drivers. In addition, our program consults on modified vehicle selection to fit the drivers needs. We serve drivers of all ages - $16,709.Total program expenses: $484,127 OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 5: Observational Gait - The Rancho Observational Gait Analysis System is a well-known method for teaching a systematic approach to analyze gait that is utilized internationally as a foundation for movement analysis related to gait. The Rancho system incorporates a thorough and systematic approach of problem identification, prioritization, and treatment focus. Based on the work of Dr. Jacquelin Perry, MD, and the Rancho Physical Therapy Department, Rancho Observational Gait Analysis helps clinicians examine and improve an individuals walking ability. Total program expenses: $36,162 OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 6: Other programs -Total program expenses: $839,790 OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 7: Clinical trials (i.e., research work funded via industry sponsors) are an essential part of RRIs operation, a valuable enterprise whose goal is to facilitate the rigorous testing of new pharmaceutical and device technologies, and to build a bridge between clinical research and clinical practice. RRIs Clinical Trials Division oversees trials in several rapidly-expanding areas of need for Rancho's specific patient population, including Neurology, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Gerontology, Nephrology, Podiatry, and Urology. Serving 18 physician investigators on over two dozen trials and conducting approximately 800 trial visits in fiscal year 2022-2023, RRIs Clinical Trials Division is the standard bearer for excellence in industry-sponsored research, and their work continues to push medical innovation forward, creating new tools for physicians and better outcomes for patients. OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 8: Rancho Works Caf & Gift Shop - The Rancho Work Program supports individuals with disabilities in their goal of returning to work, offering a blend of income opportunities and meaningful engagement. Our program facilitates recovery through skill application in a supportive work setting. Trainees can start at our on site Rancho Works Caf & Gift Shop, which serves affordable, healthy food and handcrafted items, fostering community engagement. Participants develop crucial workplace skillslike time management, organization, and teamworkthrough real tasks such as inventory management, sales transactions, and bookkeeping. They also learn safe food handling practices, customer service, and job application skills including resume writing and interview preparation. Our comprehensive training, conducted in a practical work environment, prepares participants for community employment, enhancing their employability and integration into society.Total program expenses: $302,392 OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 9: OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 10: Wellness Center - Established in 2011 with support from LA CARE, the Don Knabe Wellness Center provides comprehensive educational and fitness level programs, including peer support groups for individuals with disability, their families, community, and Rancho staff. The Don Knabe Wellness Center is located in a 5,760 square-foot facility, which includes four rooms used for art classes, Zumba, sitting exercise class, meditation, support groups, and technology access. Off-site adaptive outdoor adventure programs through Recreation Therapy are available to those interested in participating in activities such as adapted rock climbing, water sports, and horseback riding. Each program is conducted by enthusiastic therapists, rehabilitation therapy technicians and Wellness Center volunteers. All individuals are welcome to participate via a low-cost membership fee. For these clients with various diagnoses (i.e. stroke, spinal injury, multiple sclerosis, brain injury, etc.) the Wellness Center will offer continued programming to meet their physical and psychosocial needs. Support groups, peer counseling, recreational programs, exercise and fitness classes, specialty services, and education classes will be offered to allow the client to explore and experience a rich and active lifestyle while living with a disability.Total program expenses: $113,547 OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 11: Technology Service/Students - Using the Center for Applied Rehabilitation Technology, CART, patients are evaluated on the use of technology in the recovery process. CART helps children and adults with disabilities lead more independent lives using assistive technology solutions.Assistive technology enables individuals with disabilities to participate more fully in everyday activities at home, school, work, and in the community. An interdisciplinary team of experts consisting of occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech pathology and a rehabilitation engineer are available to address one or more of the following technology areas: seating and mobility, augmentative and alternative communication, environmental control, access to computers and/or mobile devices, adaptive gaming, low vision assistive technology and worksite/ergonomic evaluations.Experienced CART consultants work together with clients and caregivers to ensure that individuals can test different solutions and find optimal and seamless methods to meet their individual goals.Total program expenses: $41,000 OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 12: Physical Therapy Education - The Physical Therapy Department at Rancho Los Amigos National Rehabilitation Center began as an organized unit in the late 1920s and is one of the premier departments of Physical Therapy in the world, providing over ninety years of clinical expertise and leadership in rehabilitation. The Department's commitment to excellence continues today with the delivery of individualized and collaborative care which incorporates the latest evidence into clinical practice as well as a commitment to educating the professional community and a spirit of innovation and progress.Total program expenses: $126,558 OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 13: OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 14: The Rancho Violence Recovery and Prevention Program (RVRPP) aims to help end the cycle of violence in Los Angeles County communities. In partnership with Southern California Crossroads, and funded by the California Community Foundation, RVRPP provides coordinated Peer Counseling, Social Work, and Case Management services for persons who sustain life-altering injury or disability because of violence. RLANRC nurses, providers, case managers, and social workers are the most common individuals to identify patients as victims of violent crime and potential participants in the RVRPP. Potential participants include any patientinpatient or outpatientwho has reported being the victim of a violent crime, including aggravated assault, community violence, robbery, or rape including intimate partner violence. Through the program and longitudinal surveys conducted with participants, the RVRPP hopes to identify the best possible interventions that promote Survivors recovery from violent injury and reintegration back into their home communities.Total program expenses: $303,669 OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 15: Pain Management - In this study, we propose to develop and evaluate a 9-week community-based pain management program that consists of 3 primary elements: relaxation training, development of active pain coping strategies, and physical exercise. We will incorporate two types of relaxation training: meditation and heart rate variability biofeedback with deep breathing which has been effective for reducing anxiety in other populations, but has not yet been evaluated in persons with SCI. We propose a participatory design approach for program development that uses a design team of individuals with SCI who have chronic NP and clinical experts who will collaborate to develop a draft version of the program. Our goal is to develop, and pilot test a community-based program for chronic pain management.Total program expenses: $1,078 OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 16: Brain Initiative: In association with the County of Los Angeles Department of Public Health, Division of Chronic Disease and Injury Prevention and the California Department of Public Health Alzheimer's H Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 11b The Form 990 will be reviewed by the President and the Chief Executive Officer for the organization. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 12c RRI's overall policy on financial conflict of interest is that its investigators, staff, managers or officials need to report any potential or actual conflict of interest between their official activities and any other interest or obligation.Disclosures of financial conflicts of interest, which equal or exceed the threshold, are reviewed by the Board of Directors. Upon completion of the review by the Board, if it is determined that a conflict exists, the conflict is then given to the IRB to determine the procedures used to report and manage the conflict. Procedures include, but are not limited to, disclosure in publications, restrictions on participation by the principal investigator, etc. If the conflict pertains to a proposed project, the IRB has discretion to accept or reject the project based on the conflict of interest. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 15a The salary for the Chief Executive Officer is reviewed annually by the Finance Committee. Form 990, Part VI, Section C, Line 19 The Form 990 is filed in a public-accessible filing cabinet and furnished upon request. Form 990, Part III, Line 1 - Organization Mission The mission of Rancho Research Institute (RRI) is to conduct medical research and education activities at Rancho Los Amigos National Rehabilitation Center (Rancho) to continuously improve the care and quality of life of persons with disabilities. Rancho has over 50 years of experience providing quality care for people with disabilities. Rancho's mission is to provide each patient with superior medical and rehabilitation services in a culturally-sensitive environment. Rancho is one of the largest comprehensive centers and is world renowned in the field of medical rehabilitation. Form 990, Part III, Line 4a - Statement of Program Service Accomplishm A full range of devices is available for legs, arms, and spine. Various designs, from custom to prefabricated, are utilized to enhance function in the most cost-effective manner. Prosthetics are also part of our service; providing patients with the same high quality product and patient care.Total program expenses: $3,239,107 Form 990, Part III, Line 4c - Statement of Program Service Accomplishm Our SCIMS partners include Emergency Medical Services, Los Angeles County/USC Medical Center and Harbor/UCLA Medical Center, treating a majority of the region's trauma victims. We will capitalize on the team's experience and comprehensiveness of the ORCHID electronic health records for data acquisition and entry into the National SCI Database. Our site-specific research will evaluate outcomes and sustainability of two programs for promotion of physical activity after SCI. Our collaborative research module will evaluate a sensor system for establishing effective pressure relief behaviors and reducing risk of pressure ulcer development among wheelchair users. Anticipated outcomes include: 1) Increased knowledge about incidence, causes, and outcomes of traumatic SCI; 2) Evidence-based interventions and technologies that facilitate healthy behaviors in individuals with SCI; 3) Increase in practical, effective, and scientifically-informed knowledge and strategies for enhancing health, function, and well-being after SCI. Expected products are peer-reviewed publications, fact sheets, presentations, training materials, and guidelines for promoting physical activity and technology for motivating healthy behaviors after SCI.Total program expenses: $1,304,525 Rancho Los Amigos National Rehab Center 7601 E Imperial Highway Downey CA 90242 956000927 Hospital CA 501(c)(3) N/A false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false