Developmental Disabilities Association
@dda604.bsky.social
The Developmental Disabilities Association maximizes the potential of individuals with developmental disabilities and their families through life-long programs, support, and advocacy in Vancouver and Richmond, BC. www.develop.bc.ca
UBC is seeking participants in a study of autistic teens and mental health. #AutismAwareness #mentalhealth #teenmentalhealth
November 10, 2025 at 9:17 PM
UBC is seeking participants in a study of autistic teens and mental health. #AutismAwareness #mentalhealth #teenmentalhealth
On November 11th, we pause to honour the courage, sacrifice, and service of the Canadian men and women who have defended our freedoms. Their commitment reminds us of the heavy cost of conflict and the enduring value of peace.
Lest we forget.
Lest we forget.
November 7, 2025 at 9:31 PM
On November 11th, we pause to honour the courage, sacrifice, and service of the Canadian men and women who have defended our freedoms. Their commitment reminds us of the heavy cost of conflict and the enduring value of peace.
Lest we forget.
Lest we forget.
While the $200 a month CDB amount did not increase, the federal government's new budget made it easier to obtain. #CanadaDisabilityBenefit #budget2025highlights
November 5, 2025 at 8:52 PM
While the $200 a month CDB amount did not increase, the federal government's new budget made it easier to obtain. #CanadaDisabilityBenefit #budget2025highlights
📣November is Indigenous Disability Awareness Month — a time to recognize and celebrate the remarkable resilience, leadership, and contributions of Indigenous Peoples living with disabilities. Let's shine a light on the unique challenges they face at the intersection of culture and accessibility.🪶
November 3, 2025 at 5:38 PM
📣November is Indigenous Disability Awareness Month — a time to recognize and celebrate the remarkable resilience, leadership, and contributions of Indigenous Peoples living with disabilities. Let's shine a light on the unique challenges they face at the intersection of culture and accessibility.🪶
🎃 Happy Halloween!! A Spooktacular Celebration of Fun and Friendship! 👻
Our annual Halloween Party at Richmond's Presbyterian Church, once again, brought together the DDA family — costumes, pizza, laughter, and crazy costumes. 🎶🧙♀️
#halloweenfun #boocrew #halloween2025
Our annual Halloween Party at Richmond's Presbyterian Church, once again, brought together the DDA family — costumes, pizza, laughter, and crazy costumes. 🎶🧙♀️
#halloweenfun #boocrew #halloween2025
October 31, 2025 at 10:21 PM
🎃 Happy Halloween!! A Spooktacular Celebration of Fun and Friendship! 👻
Our annual Halloween Party at Richmond's Presbyterian Church, once again, brought together the DDA family — costumes, pizza, laughter, and crazy costumes. 🎶🧙♀️
#halloweenfun #boocrew #halloween2025
Our annual Halloween Party at Richmond's Presbyterian Church, once again, brought together the DDA family — costumes, pizza, laughter, and crazy costumes. 🎶🧙♀️
#halloweenfun #boocrew #halloween2025
October 30th was the third annual Non-Profit Day in British Columbia — a day to recognize the incredible contributions of non-profit organizations across our province.
Several members of the BC Non-Profit Network were in Victoria to meet with government MLA’s to advocate on behalf of the sector.
Several members of the BC Non-Profit Network were in Victoria to meet with government MLA’s to advocate on behalf of the sector.
October 31, 2025 at 2:57 PM
October 30th was the third annual Non-Profit Day in British Columbia — a day to recognize the incredible contributions of non-profit organizations across our province.
Several members of the BC Non-Profit Network were in Victoria to meet with government MLA’s to advocate on behalf of the sector.
Several members of the BC Non-Profit Network were in Victoria to meet with government MLA’s to advocate on behalf of the sector.
🌼💀 Feliz Día de los Muertos! 💀🌼
This week, the Latin community will celebrate Día de los Muertos - the Day of the Dead, on November 1st and 2nd. Dia de los Muertos is a beautiful Mexican tradition that honors loved ones who have passed with music, color, and remembrance. 🎶✨
#DíaDeLosMuertos
This week, the Latin community will celebrate Día de los Muertos - the Day of the Dead, on November 1st and 2nd. Dia de los Muertos is a beautiful Mexican tradition that honors loved ones who have passed with music, color, and remembrance. 🎶✨
#DíaDeLosMuertos
October 29, 2025 at 9:30 PM
🌼💀 Feliz Día de los Muertos! 💀🌼
This week, the Latin community will celebrate Día de los Muertos - the Day of the Dead, on November 1st and 2nd. Dia de los Muertos is a beautiful Mexican tradition that honors loved ones who have passed with music, color, and remembrance. 🎶✨
#DíaDeLosMuertos
This week, the Latin community will celebrate Día de los Muertos - the Day of the Dead, on November 1st and 2nd. Dia de los Muertos is a beautiful Mexican tradition that honors loved ones who have passed with music, color, and remembrance. 🎶✨
#DíaDeLosMuertos
Can you feel the excitement???!!! Halloween is almost here! Here are a few tips for neurodiverse families to help little ghouls and goblins have a great Halloween night! 🎃👻🧟♂️
#halloween2025 #neurodiversity #inclusionmatters #spookyseason
#halloween2025 #neurodiversity #inclusionmatters #spookyseason
October 27, 2025 at 6:19 PM
Can you feel the excitement???!!! Halloween is almost here! Here are a few tips for neurodiverse families to help little ghouls and goblins have a great Halloween night! 🎃👻🧟♂️
#halloween2025 #neurodiversity #inclusionmatters #spookyseason
#halloween2025 #neurodiversity #inclusionmatters #spookyseason
The DDA team is currently mastering the art of bubble wrap, cardboard Tetris, and labeling everything “miscellaneous.” 😅
The hardest part is letting go of things you think you might use...🗃🗞📔🧮
Something new is on the horizon — stay tuned!
#new #newbuildingsmell #newhome
The hardest part is letting go of things you think you might use...🗃🗞📔🧮
Something new is on the horizon — stay tuned!
#new #newbuildingsmell #newhome
October 23, 2025 at 8:44 PM
The DDA team is currently mastering the art of bubble wrap, cardboard Tetris, and labeling everything “miscellaneous.” 😅
The hardest part is letting go of things you think you might use...🗃🗞📔🧮
Something new is on the horizon — stay tuned!
#new #newbuildingsmell #newhome
The hardest part is letting go of things you think you might use...🗃🗞📔🧮
Something new is on the horizon — stay tuned!
#new #newbuildingsmell #newhome
🎨 PosAbilities Art Show & Sale – Happening Now! 🎨
The posAbilities Art Show & Sale! From vibrant paintings to unique crafts, every piece tells a story and supports incredible local artists with disabilities.
Roundhouse Community Centre in Vancouver. Oct 22/23
The posAbilities Art Show & Sale! From vibrant paintings to unique crafts, every piece tells a story and supports incredible local artists with disabilities.
Roundhouse Community Centre in Vancouver. Oct 22/23
October 22, 2025 at 8:24 PM
🎨 PosAbilities Art Show & Sale – Happening Now! 🎨
The posAbilities Art Show & Sale! From vibrant paintings to unique crafts, every piece tells a story and supports incredible local artists with disabilities.
Roundhouse Community Centre in Vancouver. Oct 22/23
The posAbilities Art Show & Sale! From vibrant paintings to unique crafts, every piece tells a story and supports incredible local artists with disabilities.
Roundhouse Community Centre in Vancouver. Oct 22/23
It's a super fun time of year for all the kids at our Child Development Centres!! 👻💀🧌🧟♂️
Once again, Todd and Jill from Roberts Farms in Delta made the trek with dozens of pumpkins slated for our centres, soon to be carved into Jack 'O' Lanterns!! 🎃
Happy Halloween!!!
Once again, Todd and Jill from Roberts Farms in Delta made the trek with dozens of pumpkins slated for our centres, soon to be carved into Jack 'O' Lanterns!! 🎃
Happy Halloween!!!
October 22, 2025 at 7:54 PM
It's a super fun time of year for all the kids at our Child Development Centres!! 👻💀🧌🧟♂️
Once again, Todd and Jill from Roberts Farms in Delta made the trek with dozens of pumpkins slated for our centres, soon to be carved into Jack 'O' Lanterns!! 🎃
Happy Halloween!!!
Once again, Todd and Jill from Roberts Farms in Delta made the trek with dozens of pumpkins slated for our centres, soon to be carved into Jack 'O' Lanterns!! 🎃
Happy Halloween!!!
Oct 20th is Diwali!
Light finds its meaning when it touches every corner.
This Diwali, let’s make space for every story, every faith, every ability, and every voice.
Because when we include everyone in the glow, we create not just brightness — but belonging.
🌟 Happy Diwali 🌟
Light finds its meaning when it touches every corner.
This Diwali, let’s make space for every story, every faith, every ability, and every voice.
Because when we include everyone in the glow, we create not just brightness — but belonging.
🌟 Happy Diwali 🌟
October 20, 2025 at 8:55 PM
Oct 20th is Diwali!
Light finds its meaning when it touches every corner.
This Diwali, let’s make space for every story, every faith, every ability, and every voice.
Because when we include everyone in the glow, we create not just brightness — but belonging.
🌟 Happy Diwali 🌟
Light finds its meaning when it touches every corner.
This Diwali, let’s make space for every story, every faith, every ability, and every voice.
Because when we include everyone in the glow, we create not just brightness — but belonging.
🌟 Happy Diwali 🌟
The kids at our Fraserview Child Development Centre are feeling the spirit of inclusion by celebrating Diwali - the festival of light! ✨
They made little lanterns and a welcome sign for all to see!
Happy Diwali! 🧡 October 20th
#Diwali2025 #FestivalofLight #InclusionMatters
They made little lanterns and a welcome sign for all to see!
Happy Diwali! 🧡 October 20th
#Diwali2025 #FestivalofLight #InclusionMatters
October 17, 2025 at 4:36 PM
The kids at our Fraserview Child Development Centre are feeling the spirit of inclusion by celebrating Diwali - the festival of light! ✨
They made little lanterns and a welcome sign for all to see!
Happy Diwali! 🧡 October 20th
#Diwali2025 #FestivalofLight #InclusionMatters
They made little lanterns and a welcome sign for all to see!
Happy Diwali! 🧡 October 20th
#Diwali2025 #FestivalofLight #InclusionMatters
Not only is October Down Syndrome Awareness Month, but it's also Down Syndrome Week from the 19th to the 25th! 📣
Let’s celebrate inclusion, understanding, and the incredible individuals who remind us that differences are what make us human. 💙💛
#downsyndromeawarenessmonth
Let’s celebrate inclusion, understanding, and the incredible individuals who remind us that differences are what make us human. 💙💛
#downsyndromeawarenessmonth
October 16, 2025 at 6:55 PM
Not only is October Down Syndrome Awareness Month, but it's also Down Syndrome Week from the 19th to the 25th! 📣
Let’s celebrate inclusion, understanding, and the incredible individuals who remind us that differences are what make us human. 💙💛
#downsyndromeawarenessmonth
Let’s celebrate inclusion, understanding, and the incredible individuals who remind us that differences are what make us human. 💙💛
#downsyndromeawarenessmonth
🎗️ October is RDSP Awareness Month! 🎗️
A Registered Disability Savings Plan is one of the most powerful financial tools available to Canadians with disabilities — yet many people don’t take advantage of it.
Please reach out to DDA Family Support Services if you need help.
#RDSPAwarenessMonth
A Registered Disability Savings Plan is one of the most powerful financial tools available to Canadians with disabilities — yet many people don’t take advantage of it.
Please reach out to DDA Family Support Services if you need help.
#RDSPAwarenessMonth
October 16, 2025 at 6:41 PM
🎗️ October is RDSP Awareness Month! 🎗️
A Registered Disability Savings Plan is one of the most powerful financial tools available to Canadians with disabilities — yet many people don’t take advantage of it.
Please reach out to DDA Family Support Services if you need help.
#RDSPAwarenessMonth
A Registered Disability Savings Plan is one of the most powerful financial tools available to Canadians with disabilities — yet many people don’t take advantage of it.
Please reach out to DDA Family Support Services if you need help.
#RDSPAwarenessMonth
October 15 is World White Cane Day!
At DDA, we know that inclusion means supporting all people with disabilities. The white cane is more than a tool; it’s a symbol of equal opportunity and autonomy for all.
#WorldWhiteCaneDay #accessibilityforall #inclusionmatters
At DDA, we know that inclusion means supporting all people with disabilities. The white cane is more than a tool; it’s a symbol of equal opportunity and autonomy for all.
#WorldWhiteCaneDay #accessibilityforall #inclusionmatters
October 15, 2025 at 6:39 PM
October 15 is World White Cane Day!
At DDA, we know that inclusion means supporting all people with disabilities. The white cane is more than a tool; it’s a symbol of equal opportunity and autonomy for all.
#WorldWhiteCaneDay #accessibilityforall #inclusionmatters
At DDA, we know that inclusion means supporting all people with disabilities. The white cane is more than a tool; it’s a symbol of equal opportunity and autonomy for all.
#WorldWhiteCaneDay #accessibilityforall #inclusionmatters
🎉 Celebrating 10 Years with Harbans! 🎉
For the past decade, Harbans has been sharing her warmth and care through the delicious meals she makes for the kids at DDA's Champlain Child Development Centre.
Harbans is a Jobs West success story! Congrats!!
#DisabilityEmploymentAwarenessMonth
For the past decade, Harbans has been sharing her warmth and care through the delicious meals she makes for the kids at DDA's Champlain Child Development Centre.
Harbans is a Jobs West success story! Congrats!!
#DisabilityEmploymentAwarenessMonth
October 15, 2025 at 4:26 PM
🎉 Celebrating 10 Years with Harbans! 🎉
For the past decade, Harbans has been sharing her warmth and care through the delicious meals she makes for the kids at DDA's Champlain Child Development Centre.
Harbans is a Jobs West success story! Congrats!!
#DisabilityEmploymentAwarenessMonth
For the past decade, Harbans has been sharing her warmth and care through the delicious meals she makes for the kids at DDA's Champlain Child Development Centre.
Harbans is a Jobs West success story! Congrats!!
#DisabilityEmploymentAwarenessMonth
Thanksgiving 2025 is one for the history books, and what a pleasant weekend it was! 🍁🍂🌞
The residents at Curzon, our Richmond group home, enjoyed the food, camaraderie, and fun to help celebrate the autumn season.
😃🥦🌽🦃
#Thanksgiving2025 #friendsandfamily #community
The residents at Curzon, our Richmond group home, enjoyed the food, camaraderie, and fun to help celebrate the autumn season.
😃🥦🌽🦃
#Thanksgiving2025 #friendsandfamily #community
October 14, 2025 at 8:05 PM
Thanksgiving 2025 is one for the history books, and what a pleasant weekend it was! 🍁🍂🌞
The residents at Curzon, our Richmond group home, enjoyed the food, camaraderie, and fun to help celebrate the autumn season.
😃🥦🌽🦃
#Thanksgiving2025 #friendsandfamily #community
The residents at Curzon, our Richmond group home, enjoyed the food, camaraderie, and fun to help celebrate the autumn season.
😃🥦🌽🦃
#Thanksgiving2025 #friendsandfamily #community
This is the way to end the week! Tota, a resident in our Living Option program, just turned 80!! 🎁🎉🎂
He told everyone he was just 27 - because why not?
His buddy Doug was the grillmaster extraordinaire! 🌭🍔
Happy Birthday, Tota, from all of us at DDA!! ❤️
#happybirthday #bbq #fridayvibes
He told everyone he was just 27 - because why not?
His buddy Doug was the grillmaster extraordinaire! 🌭🍔
Happy Birthday, Tota, from all of us at DDA!! ❤️
#happybirthday #bbq #fridayvibes
October 10, 2025 at 11:15 PM
This is the way to end the week! Tota, a resident in our Living Option program, just turned 80!! 🎁🎉🎂
He told everyone he was just 27 - because why not?
His buddy Doug was the grillmaster extraordinaire! 🌭🍔
Happy Birthday, Tota, from all of us at DDA!! ❤️
#happybirthday #bbq #fridayvibes
He told everyone he was just 27 - because why not?
His buddy Doug was the grillmaster extraordinaire! 🌭🍔
Happy Birthday, Tota, from all of us at DDA!! ❤️
#happybirthday #bbq #fridayvibes
Celebrating 20+ Years of Dedication 💫
Today, we celebrate an incredible milestone — our DDA staff members who have been part of the association for 20 years or more.
Their dedication, loyalty, and commitment to our mission speak volumes.🧡
#teamdda #dedication
Today, we celebrate an incredible milestone — our DDA staff members who have been part of the association for 20 years or more.
Their dedication, loyalty, and commitment to our mission speak volumes.🧡
#teamdda #dedication
October 10, 2025 at 7:50 PM
Celebrating 20+ Years of Dedication 💫
Today, we celebrate an incredible milestone — our DDA staff members who have been part of the association for 20 years or more.
Their dedication, loyalty, and commitment to our mission speak volumes.🧡
#teamdda #dedication
Today, we celebrate an incredible milestone — our DDA staff members who have been part of the association for 20 years or more.
Their dedication, loyalty, and commitment to our mission speak volumes.🧡
#teamdda #dedication
🍁 Happy Thanksgiving! 🍂
Wishing everyone a cozy weekend filled with good food, good company, and plenty to be thankful for. 🦃❤️
DDA offices will be closed on Monday, October 13th, and reopen on Tuesday.
#gobblegobble #Thanksgiving #canadianthanksgiving #familytime #autumnvibes #longweekend
Wishing everyone a cozy weekend filled with good food, good company, and plenty to be thankful for. 🦃❤️
DDA offices will be closed on Monday, October 13th, and reopen on Tuesday.
#gobblegobble #Thanksgiving #canadianthanksgiving #familytime #autumnvibes #longweekend
October 10, 2025 at 5:26 PM
🍁 Happy Thanksgiving! 🍂
Wishing everyone a cozy weekend filled with good food, good company, and plenty to be thankful for. 🦃❤️
DDA offices will be closed on Monday, October 13th, and reopen on Tuesday.
#gobblegobble #Thanksgiving #canadianthanksgiving #familytime #autumnvibes #longweekend
Wishing everyone a cozy weekend filled with good food, good company, and plenty to be thankful for. 🦃❤️
DDA offices will be closed on Monday, October 13th, and reopen on Tuesday.
#gobblegobble #Thanksgiving #canadianthanksgiving #familytime #autumnvibes #longweekend
World Mental Health Day | October 10
Mental health matters for everyone — including people with developmental disabilities. Too often, their needs are overlooked. Let’s make mental health care accessible, inclusive, and person-centered. 💚
#WorldMentalHealthDay #developmentaldisabilities
Mental health matters for everyone — including people with developmental disabilities. Too often, their needs are overlooked. Let’s make mental health care accessible, inclusive, and person-centered. 💚
#WorldMentalHealthDay #developmentaldisabilities
October 10, 2025 at 3:24 PM
World Mental Health Day | October 10
Mental health matters for everyone — including people with developmental disabilities. Too often, their needs are overlooked. Let’s make mental health care accessible, inclusive, and person-centered. 💚
#WorldMentalHealthDay #developmentaldisabilities
Mental health matters for everyone — including people with developmental disabilities. Too often, their needs are overlooked. Let’s make mental health care accessible, inclusive, and person-centered. 💚
#WorldMentalHealthDay #developmentaldisabilities
October is one of our favourite months of the year! Why, you ask? It's posAbilities Inclusion Art Show and Sale! 🎉
This year, 33 artists from our robust art program will be taking part.
Come check it out, October 22/23, at the Roundhouse Community Centre in Vancouver. 🎨🖌
#art #artistlife
This year, 33 artists from our robust art program will be taking part.
Come check it out, October 22/23, at the Roundhouse Community Centre in Vancouver. 🎨🖌
#art #artistlife
October 8, 2025 at 10:45 PM
October is one of our favourite months of the year! Why, you ask? It's posAbilities Inclusion Art Show and Sale! 🎉
This year, 33 artists from our robust art program will be taking part.
Come check it out, October 22/23, at the Roundhouse Community Centre in Vancouver. 🎨🖌
#art #artistlife
This year, 33 artists from our robust art program will be taking part.
Come check it out, October 22/23, at the Roundhouse Community Centre in Vancouver. 🎨🖌
#art #artistlife
What makes a good organization great? A great team!!
Big thanks to DDA managers Gilenda and Espie for holding down the fort at Kwantlen Polytechnic University job fair!
Follow the link for the latest positions open at DDA.
#CareerOpportunity #CareerGrowth
www.develop.bc.ca/about-us/car...
Big thanks to DDA managers Gilenda and Espie for holding down the fort at Kwantlen Polytechnic University job fair!
Follow the link for the latest positions open at DDA.
#CareerOpportunity #CareerGrowth
www.develop.bc.ca/about-us/car...
October 8, 2025 at 8:28 PM
What makes a good organization great? A great team!!
Big thanks to DDA managers Gilenda and Espie for holding down the fort at Kwantlen Polytechnic University job fair!
Follow the link for the latest positions open at DDA.
#CareerOpportunity #CareerGrowth
www.develop.bc.ca/about-us/car...
Big thanks to DDA managers Gilenda and Espie for holding down the fort at Kwantlen Polytechnic University job fair!
Follow the link for the latest positions open at DDA.
#CareerOpportunity #CareerGrowth
www.develop.bc.ca/about-us/car...
For over 70 years, DDA has been a champion and pioneer of Community Living for people with developmental disabilities. 🏠🏡🏘
That makes October's Community Inclusion Month all the more meaningful. ❤️
Creating communities where everyone belongs is a goal we all need to aim for.
That makes October's Community Inclusion Month all the more meaningful. ❤️
Creating communities where everyone belongs is a goal we all need to aim for.
October 6, 2025 at 8:44 PM
For over 70 years, DDA has been a champion and pioneer of Community Living for people with developmental disabilities. 🏠🏡🏘
That makes October's Community Inclusion Month all the more meaningful. ❤️
Creating communities where everyone belongs is a goal we all need to aim for.
That makes October's Community Inclusion Month all the more meaningful. ❤️
Creating communities where everyone belongs is a goal we all need to aim for.