Growing up in a home with someone who has a developmental disability can have a positive impact on family life, according to a new study. Researchers at the University of Tel Aviv examined the relationship between siblings with typical development and those who had a brother or sister with some form of developmental disability. They …
Child and Youth Services’ annual toy drive was again successful in filling a van with presents for the Lower Mainland Christmas Bureau. The 6 a.m. delivery by our Program Managers to the Pan Pacific Christmas Wish Breakfast was a special team effort and was made possible by generous donations from DDA staff, families and friends. …
We held our annual Arlington Christmas Party luncheon at Trout Lake Community Centre this past December. Families, friends, and residents look forward to this event each holiday season. The photo booth, filled with an enormous supply of fun props to adorn oneself, is always a festive treat and provides a nice memento of the day. …
On November 14th 2019, CBC Radio Canada visited DDA’s own Playhouse Child Development Centre. A reporter and camera crew came by to document Geneviève Parent and her son Elliot’s story. They had struggled to find a suitable childcare centre for Elliot, an individual with developmental disabilities. She explained to CBC about the progress her son …
By: Alanna Hendren This year marks my 40th year supporting people with intellectual, cognitive and developmental disabilities in British Columbia. I sometimes complain that we are battling the same problems that we faced 40 years ago and in many ways we are, but reflecting back on the past 4 decades reminded me how far we …
Our Winter edition of the STAR Newsletter is here! Find stories on a variety of topics including: Update On Clothing Recycling Business Reflecting On Our Clothing Donations Business Planning For The Future The Importance of Family Support GrandFriends Partnership at Champlain Taking The First Steps Towards A Healthier You A Warm Reminder of Fun Times …
DDA delivered its last load of clothing to Value Village on October 20, 2019 – eight days before our delivery contract ended. We had to be sure we could sell everything we had at the donation station, and since our contract was cancelled due to an oversupply problem, Value Village asked us to load trailers …
This article was submitted by a Family Support Group attendee. Having a child changes your life forever but in the case of a child with a disability, the impact is even more significant. With an official diagnosis of a child’s disability, parents go through mixed emotional reactions such as disbelief and denial, confusion, shock, anxiety, …
The following are reflections on the successful GrandFriends partnership between Champlain Child Development Centre and The Royal Arch Masonic Home. What Our Champlain Child Development Centre says: As a way to network in our community and bridge the gap between generations, Anna approached the Royal Arch Masonic Home about setting up visits. It reminded all …
The Drop-In and Community Apartment Program hosted, in partnership with Vancouver Coastal Health, a free three-day Healthy Living workshop called ‘First Steps to Prevention’. The goal of the workshop was to create a relaxed, fun and informative environment where a dietitian and a nurse educate clients about healthy eating, physical activity and overall wellness. The …
Every summer, DDA employs seasonal program workers from various post-secondary and educational institutions. DDA provides a valuable opportunity for students to learn how to support and advocate for people with disabilities in the community. In turn, the summer students bring new innovative ideas to each of the programs. This year, the Drop-In Centre was fortunate …
This year at Grandview, we have created a new class for our clients called Science Class. Grandview clients learn about many different science-oriented ideas and projects and are able to use critical thinking, evidence, and discussion to create solutions and make decisions. Our clients are naturally curious, and feeding their creativity is enjoyable for everyone. …
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