On behalf of the Board of Directors of the Developmental Disabilities Association (DDA), it is with both gratitude and admiration that we write to acknowledge the work and dedication of its Executive Director Alanna Hendren, a role she has held since 1997.
On August 14th, 22 of DDA’s People’s First clients participated in learning how to manage their stress. The clients and staff read prepared poster boards and discussed stress management.
Annie has been a Jobs West client since 2015, during this time she has held a few different paid and volunteer roles. In 2019, she got her dream job at Cineplex in a customer facing role.
This year’s Walk and Roll was a success! Around 150 people joined us on August 8 at Trout Lake Park for a day of food and fun.
I recently reflected on my motivation for taking on the 2-year term as President of the DDA Board of Directors. Like all Board members, I saw it as an opportunity to contribute to the good governance of the Association and help to ensure the excellent standard of service and innovation that are the hallmarks of DDA.
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) represent a range of conditions that can lead to a variety of physical, behavioral, and cognitive challenges that affect individuals throughout their lives.
September is Disability Employment Month in British Columbia, a time dedicated to highlighting the significance of inclusive employment practices and advocating for the full participation of people with disabilities in the workforce.
Schools that are inclusive of students with developmental disabilities represent a significant step toward creating a more equitable, compassionate, and understanding society. Here in BC, DDA’s founders were innovators in this concept. It started with a special needs school in Oakridge in 1961 and by the 80s, schools in BC were fully inclusive.
High-tech is getting higher, cheaper, and easier to integrate with humanity. It also means adaptive technology for people with physical or cognitive disabilities has no limit on what it can do.
The world of adaptive devices is undergoing a significant transformation, thanks to the advent of 3D printing technology. This innovative approach is breaking barriers and providing tailored solutions for individuals with disabilities, offering a level of customization, accessibility, and affordability previously unattainable.
Keeping fit is a benefit to anyone regardless of abilities. For people with developmental disabilities, engaging in regular physical activity can be particularly transformative, enhancing not only their physical health but also their emotional well-being and social connections.
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