Developmental Disabilities Association Presents Heart to Heart Orchestra from Korea

September 11th, 2017, Vancouver BC – Developmental Disabilities Association (DDA) is pleased to be presenting the Heart to Heart Orchestra in Vancouver at the Norman Rothstein Theatre on September 15th, 2017. From Seoul, Korea, the Heart to Heart Orchestra was originally founded to provide music education opportunities to young people with developmental disabilities and they …

Group Home Residents Gravitate Towards ‘At-Your-Service’ Robot

First-of-its-kind ‘collaborative service’ robot supports safe, independent living for those with developmental disabilities, serves as a ‘smart’ aid for support workers, caregivers Vancouver, B.C. – August 10, 2017 – There’s a new resident at Richmond-based Camsell House, one of 19 group homes operated by the Developmental Disabilities Association (DDA) throughout Vancouver and Richmond. Though he’s …

Jobs West Awards City of Richmond Employer of the Year

October 11th, 2017, Vancouver, BC – Jobs West, the supported employment division of the Developmental Disabilities Association awards the City of Richmond the Employer of the Year Award for developing a successful inclusive employment environment. Over the past year, the City of Richmond has worked diligently with Jobs West to create and secure inclusive work …

Clothing Donation Bins – Who is Profiting From Your Generosity?

September 4th, 2014 – The Developmental Disabilities Association (DDA) may be known more for its clothing donation collections than the services DDA provides to about 2,000 vulnerable children and adults each year. The Association has been collecting donations of used clothing and small household items in the Lower Mainland for 35 years. With for-profit companies …

Starworks Packaging and Assembly Celebrates 15 Years

January 15th, 2015, Vancouver, BC – Starworks Packaging and Assembly, a local social enterprise founded by the Developmental Disabilities Association marks 15 years of business providing kitting, packaging, fulfillment and assembly services. Starworks was founded to create and sustain competitive employment for individuals with developmental disabilities. Today, Starworks employs over 45 individuals with disabilities including …

Developmental Disabilities Association Launches New Donation Bins On Earth Day

April 21st, 2015, Vancouver BC – Local non-profit charity Developmental Disabilities Association (DDA) unveils the launch of new clothing bins with an Earth Day celebration at Kensington Community Centre. Derived from their motto “Be Local, Think Local, Give Local”, the new white bins are designed and made locally in BC. The new design by True Blue …

DDA wins the 2011 Access & Inclusion Award

June 7, 2011, Vancouver, BC – Developmental Disabilities Association, DDA, has been honoured with the 2011 Access & Inclusion Award. The award, presented by Vancouver Mayor Gregor Robertson on behalf of the City of Vancouver, recognizes individuals and organizations that demonstrate leadership and commitment to enhancing accessibility, inclusion, universality and elimination of any barriers that …

DDA Awards Dorothy Frew With The I Am Award

June 18th, 2014 – The Developmental Disabilities Association honoured Dorothy Frew with the I Am Award at the Association’s Annual General Meeting on June 16th, 2014. The I AM Award celebrates individuals who have made an inspiring contribution and effect positive change in their communities. Frew is an advocate, widow, volunteer, employee who receives support …

Starworks Packaging and Assembly Celebrates 15 Years of Success

January 15th, 2015, Vancouver, BC – Starworks Packaging and Assembly , a local social enterprise founded by the Developmental Disabilities Association marks 15 years of business providing kitting, packaging, fulfillment and assembly services. Starworks was founded to create and sustain competitive employment for individuals with developmental disabilities. Today, Starworks employs over 45 individuals with disabilities …

Developmental Disabilities Association Awards Dorothy Frew with the I Am Award

For Immediate Release– The Developmental Disabilities Association honoured Dorothy Frew with the I Am Award at the Association’s Annual General Meeting on June 16th, 2014. The I AM Award celebrates individuals who have made an inspiring contribution and effect positive change in their communities. Frew is an advocate, widow, volunteer, employee who receives support services …