By Alanna Hendren, Executive Director of Developmental Disabilities Association Being stuck in solitary confinement gives me a lot of extra time to think, so I spend a lot of time thinking about you and how grateful I am that DDA staff have stepped up during this COVID pandemic to ensure our job continues to get …
We are all safe at home. Social distancing is the new norm for the time being. Schools are able to connect with students to continue their education as best as possible and many parents are now working from home. That means kids of all ages and abilities need activities to fill the time besides relying …
With schools closed likely until the new school year due to COVID-19, education will continue to flow in the online world. What also needs to keep flowing is physical exercise. For people of all ages who have developmental disabilities, a regular exercise routine is paramount for maintaining overall health. While most families are self-isolating it’s …
Food banks across the country are struggling to keep up with demand as the COVID-19 pandemic drags on. This is of paramount importance as some DDA clients rely on the Greater Vancouver Food Bank for support. The organization has seen a surge of donations recently but the concern is what will happen as many businesses …
It’s old news now that most schools, businesses, and organizations are closed until further notice during the ongoing COVID 19 outbreak. For families, keeping children with special needs engaged and inspired to learn can be a challenge. However, there are a lot of great online options to help bridge the learning gap. The website Adapted …
By Elissa Morris and Alanna Hendren DDA has been providing support and care to people living with developmental disabilities since 1952. Throughout our history, the majority of our staff have been women, and in honor of International Women’s Day, we want to acknowledge and celebrate the work that they have done and continue to do. …
March is National Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month and a time for DDA to help educate the public about the needs of this diverse group and to end the stigma around issues of disability. Since its inception in 1952, Developmental Disabilities Association has made great strides in the communities of Vancouver and Richmond to create a …
February 26, 2020, is Pink Shirt Day and Developmental Disabilities Association would like to remind British Columbians that students with developmental disabilities are more likely to be bullied than their peers and we need to be more watchful in their protection and advocacy. A McMaster University study claims students with disabilities are especially vulnerable to …
The clients of West 8th have been participating in a community recycling class for well over 8 years. Not only is the class responsible for collecting and returning the recycling for West 8th, they also pick up the recycling from five local stores around the neighbourhood. Their stops include Whole Foods, Save on Foods, Canadian …
“Love recognizes no barriers. It jumps hurdles, leaps fences, penetrates walls to arrive at its destination full of hope.” – Maya Angelou Valentine’s Day is a day for us all to stop and celebrate love no matter where we find it. This year at DDA we wanted to highlight the long-lasting love that developed within our own community …
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