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Support Short Center North Art Programs With A Gift Card
During the holiday season, it can be tough to pick out the perfect gift for everyone on your list. With gift cards, donating to DDSO’s art programs is easy as pie! Short Center North is one of DDSO’s arts programs serving adults with developmental disabilities. Our program, like so many programs serving this community, haven’t seen an […]
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We love our Direct Support Professionals at DDSO!
DDSO serves about 400 people with developmental disabilities each month, across three campuses. None of that would be possible without the loving work of our Direct Support Professionals (DSP)! They help make sure classes are running smoothly, new art projects are being taught and that all our clients have access to the care and support […]
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September 11th is the Day of Caring
The good folks over at United Way California Capital Region have held another successful Day of Caring today! DDSO was excited to host several volunteers from SMUD, Easter Seals, IRS, Zurich Insurance and Intel at our St. Marks Campus for a morning of painting, cool water, and hot pizza! Day of Caring brings together business […]
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Are You a Wine Connoisseur, or Would You Like to Be?
Here is a sneak preview of the Uncork for the Arts wineries, who will be pouring delicious Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Viognier, Pinot Nior, Cabernet, Syrah, Merlot and more on August 15th. Bear Creek Winery Bear Creek Winery was founded in 1934 as a cooperative. In 1997 it was acquired by the Kautz family who completely […]
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Shining Rockstars of DDSO to be Honored at Uncork for the Arts (part 2)
One person from each of DDSO’s programs are selected to be honored at Uncork for the Arts on August 15th (get tickets here). Check out the amazing stories of these rockstars! Short Center North Honoree – Randy Reitz Randy Reitz, Short Center North’s 2015 Outstanding Participant, is described as an all around good guy. He never […]
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Uncork for the Arts: New Emcee and Entertainment Announcements!
The Developmental Disabilities Service Organization (DDSO) invites you to join us for a fabulous night of great wine and fine art in our community!
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Shining Rockstars of DDSO to be Honored at Uncork for the Arts (part 1)
One person from each of DDSO’s programs are selected to be honored at Uncork for the Arts on August 15th (get tickets here). Check out the amazing stories of these rockstars! Short Center South Honoree – Craig Rah Craig is a very proud person who takes great pride in improving himself. Craig says that attending […]
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Celebrate DDSO’s 40th Anniversary at Uncork for the Arts on 8/15
The Developmental Disabilities Service Organization (DDSO) invites you to join us for a fabulous night of great wine and fine art in our community!
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Autism Explained: The History
Let’s face it – there is still a lot we know about autism disorders. Even working in the field, one often didn’t hear the word in common usage until the ‘90’s. In the second part of the Autism Explained series, learn about the history of the disorder, via a timeline.
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Autism Explained: The Spectrum
You’ve heard the word. Autism. But do you know what it means? Do you simply think of Dustin Hoffman in “Rain Man” and then let it go? DDSO proudly serves a large number of consumers who place on the autism spectrum. Learn more by checking out this three-part series.
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