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    Archives: Program News
    • Meet the Uncork for the Arts 2016 Honorees! (Pt 1)

      Posted on July 28, 2016

      Every year at Uncork for the Arts, one person is chosen from each of DDSO’s programs to be recognized and celebrated for their unique contributions as valuable members of our community. Congratulations to our 2016 honorees! Brad Dixon, Alan Short Community Access Program His quiet demeanor belies a man with big dreams and a huge […]

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    • Celebrate With Us at Uncork for the Arts on 8/27

      Posted on July 13, 2016

      The Developmental Disabilities Service Organization (DDSO) invites you to join us for a fabulous night of great wine and fine art in our community on August 27th!

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    • Be Part of History on May 3rd – BIG Day of Giving!

      Posted on April 22, 2016

      BIG Day of Giving is coming! Why are we so excited at DDSO about May 3rd? It’s the BIG Day of Giving, part of a National Day of Giving called Give Local America. From midnight to midnight, 570 nonprofits will join forces to raise $6Million!

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    • DDSO Programs Celebrate the Holidays in Style

      Posted on December 24, 2015

      Christmas caroling, cookie decorating, a visit from Santa, and donation drives! These are only a few ways our programs got in the festive spirit this holiday season.

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    • Support Short Center North Art Programs With A Gift Card

      Posted on November 30, 2015

      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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    • This Outstanding Client Overcomes Challenges & Wins Award!

      Posted on November 19, 2015

      Outstanding Short Center South Client, Pattie Barajas, was recognized today, November 19, 2015, at SCDD and ACRC’s 2nd Annual Celebration Event!

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    • We love our Direct Support Professionals at DDSO!

      Posted on September 18, 2015

      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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    • Shining Rockstars of DDSO to be Honored at Uncork for the Arts (part 2)

      Posted on August 5, 2015

      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!

      Posted on August 2, 2015

      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)

      Posted on July 24, 2015

      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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    Founded over 40 years ago, DDSO enriches the quality of life for persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities while fostering individual growth, creativity, and community involvement through innovative and artistic strategies.

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