One of the biggest names in the cosmetics world is offering 'quiet hours' to accommodate neurodivergent shoppers. 💄https://www.disabilityscoop.com/2026/07/07/sephora-introduces-quiet-hours-at-stores-worldwide/32071/

What a run! ⚽️ Saturday's game against Morocco wasn't exactly the result we wanted at the World Cup, but then again, we never really expected to get as far as we did. DDA residents and staff even braved the Granville Strip! The only question now is, who do we cheer for? Who are YOU cheering for??

July is Disability Pride Month. 💙 Let's celebrate the diversity and contributions of people with disabilities while recognizing that disability is a natural and valuable part of the human experience. Happy Disability Pride Month! #DisabilityPrideMonth #inclusion #AccessibilityMatters

The School of Applied Child Psychology at UBC is conducting a study investigating the mental health and masking of autistic youth ages 13 to 21.

Canada Day is tomorrow, and thanks to the Daily Hive, they've offered a list of some of the bigger attractions around the Lower Mainland. #canadaday #lowermainland #britishcolumbia #familyfun dailyhive.com/vancouver/ca...

Canada Day! We are always proud of our country. Blessed to live in a place where we are free to be who we are, regardless of ability. So here’s to the people, the places, the grit, the humour, the quiet resilience — and to a Canada that feels a little louder this year. Have a Happy Canada Day!

Vancouver is one of the best places to be in the world right now??!! ⚽️⚽️⚽️ And despite Doug being a proud Canadian, our group home resident was rooting for Brazil today as they took on...and squeaked past Japan. Not to worry, he's a rabid Team Canada fan too!

Celebrating Disability Pride Month, Marvel Comics is releasing several issues featuring superheroes with disabilities! What is your superpower? #representationmatters #inclusion #DisabilityAwareness #mondaymotivation www.disabilityscoop.com/2026/06/26/a...

🎙️New Podcast ALERT!!🎙️ We connect with North Vancouver mom, author, and advocate Carmen G. Farrell. From driving change in her son's school to continuing to champion advocacy - creating bonds that stand the test of time. communicationsz8.podbean.com/e/carmen-far...

Tracy and Doug are people supported through DDA’s Living Options and have been part of our community for many years. They have shared a loving and happy relationship for more than 30 years. They are also part of our PSA, ‘What We’re Like’. Watch it here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=PEp0...

Sunday, June 21st, is Father's Day! Your role isn’t defined by what your child can’t do. It’s defined by the way you keep building a life where they can thrive in their own way. Happy Father’s Day to the dads doing the work, the learning, and the loving - often all at the same time. #fathersday

Today, we recognize 'Juneteenth'. Celebrated annually on June 19 to commemorate the end of slavery in the United States. We honour the resilience, strength, and contributions of Black communities while recognizing that the work of inclusion is never finished. No one is free until everyone belongs.

This is Ann-Marie. Ann-Marie is blind, but that doesn’t stop her from enjoying one of her favourite pastimes—poker. As part of our What We’re Like PSA campaign, Ann-Marie reminds us that when we connect through shared experiences, we see the person, not the label. www.youtube.com/watch?v=PEp0...

This year's Annual Report: Driving Change – Evolution in Real Time, reflects our commitment to adapting and responding to a changing environment while staying grounded in what matters most: supporting people with developmental disabilities. www.develop.bc.ca/dda-annual-r...

These days, there's an app for everything. Now, a company has developed an app that utilizes AI to enhance the accessibility of your home. #AITools #AccessibilityMatters #HomeImprovement www.disabilityscoop.com/2026/06/12/c...

The coming weekend is expected to be a bit of a scorcher in some parts of BC, with the mercury rising and likely pushing past 30 degrees.☀️ Let's all consider our loved ones with developmental disabilities or who are aging and don't function as well in the heat. www.develop.bc.ca/heat-and-dev...

This is Calvin. As an active participant in our recent PSA, Calvin shares his passion for kayaking in British Columbia. Calvin’s story is a reminder to see the person, not the label. If you haven’t seen our PSA, watch it here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=PEp0...

The children at our Champlain Child Development Centre marked Earth Day by getting their hands in the soil, embracing the natural world. The children were encouraged to see the outdoors to include both energetic play and moments of quiet connection with nature. www.develop.bc.ca/earth-day-at...

Another summer brings BC grads crossing the stage with pride and optimism. Karina, a graduate of Hugh Boyd Secondary in Richmond and daughter of a DDA staff member, is among them. We’re proud of her hard work. Congratulations to all BC grads—may your future dreams take shape!☀️

At DDA, we check out the latest apps that aid in learning and problem-solving that might be of benefit for people with cognitive impairments. 'Winky Think' is an app that begins with simple colour matching and progresses to multi-step puzzles to solve. www.develop.bc.ca/tech-reviews...

June 5th is World Environment Day. The people DDA supports participate in activities that connect them with their communities and the environment. From backyard gardens and outdoor recreation to cozy and earthy safe spaces at our child care locations, we embrace our home. #WorldEnvironmentDay

June is National Indigenous History Month. This month, we honour Indigenous voices, stories, and communities, and recognize the profound impact they have on our country every day. #NationalIndigenousHistoryMonth www.rcaanc-cirnac.gc.ca/eng/14666164...

This is Danny. A proud Indigenous man, lover of music, and DDA resident in Richmond, Danny took part in our public service announcement, 'What We’re Like'. Our PSA has been seen tens of thousands of times, inspiring people to See the Person, Not the Label. Watch: www.youtube.com/watch?v=PEp0...

A lot can happen in three months! Take a look at the 2026 summer edition of DDA's Star magazine and see what the association and its clients have been up to since February! We're looking forward to a fun and warm summer; we hope you are too! ☀️ #summer www.develop.bc.ca/the-dda-star...

Before everyone gets busy for the summer, DDA has two support groups in June to assist the Vietnamese and Japanese communities. As usual, our support groups are free to attend, and translation services are available. You can follow the link to register. www.develop.bc.ca/events/

It's National Accessibility Week!🧡 For people with developmental disabilities, barriers can include sensory overload, unclear communication, or inflexible systems. We can do more to create a more universal society. #nationalaccessibilityweek #inclusion

For five years, Tim has been a valued member of the Tendon Kohaku team through DDA’s Jobs West Employment Program - partially funded by CLBC. His success shows that when people are given the opportunity to shine, ability speaks louder than disability. youtu.be/SNa6PBRAEyQ?...

🌈 June is Pride Month 🌈 In June, we celebrate 2SLGBTQIA+ people with developmental disabilities, while also acknowledging the intersections they exist in. If you're queer and living with a disability, your whole self deserves to be celebrated, and supported. #pridemonth #lgbtq2 #intersections

This is Elliot. He’s been an important part of our PSA outreach campaign. Elliot likes to look sharp, and he does it well. Our PSA has been seen tens of thousands of times, inspiring people to See the Person, Not the Label. Watch it here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=PEp0...

Join us for DDA’s AGM: Driving Change – Evolution in Real Time 📍 100-10271 Shellbridge Way, Richmond, BC (building 10) 📅 June 17th, 2026 ⏰ Registration begins at 6:30 PM, meeting at 7:00 PM RSVP by June 5th to (604) 233-5403 or [email protected] Parking information to follow, Zoom available.

On May 20th, DDA Family Supports and Jobs West had the pleasure of attending the Richmond Transition Fair at MacNeill Secondary School. This event was a wonderful opportunity to connect with families, meet potential clients, and engage with our valuable community partners. ☺️ #mondaymotivation

This is Doug, one of DDA's residents. He loves a challenge, and just completed a 500-piece puzzle. He stuck to it when others gave up! Puzzles: ✅Improve focus and concentration ✅Boost problem-solving skills ✅Support memory ✅Reduce stress and anxiety Be like Doug. #fridayvibes #weekendishere

Thursday, May 21st, marked Global Accessibility Awareness Day, a global reminder that accessibility is essential, not optional. Inclusion means removing barriers so everyone can fully participate in the community. #GAAD #accessibility accessibility.day

🌞The dog days of summer are just ahead, and that might mean getting the kids out of the house and into a summer camp! Here are a few options in BC for families with special needs. Please check with camps directly about accessibility and individual needs. www.develop.bc.ca/inclusive-su...

Kids expressing themselves is vital for their development.👧🧒🎨 Celebrating Child Care Month and supported by the City of Richmond's Child Care Advisory Committee, the Children's Art Exhibition is on now at the Brighouse Library. Kids were asked to produce something when asked: I FEEL BRAVE WHEN...

Over the past several weeks, this message has travelled farther than we imagined. Our PSA on people with developmental disabilities and shared humanity has generated millions of impressions. Watch it again, here. #seethepersonnotthelabel youtu.be/PEp0cbva9Pk?...

May is Child Care Month, and for DDA, that means Child and Youth Care as well. 👶👧🧒 Our experts are the best and deserve everything we can do for them.❤️ We jammed over 600 mini donuts into the car and delivered them to the staff at our Child Development Centres! #donuts #childcaremonth #ECE

Queen Victoria, the monarch whose birthday inspired Canada’s Victoria Day holiday, helped shape modern Canada during a time of enormous growth and change. Victoria Day has become more than a royal celebration — it marks the unofficial start of summer, a chance to gather with friends and family.

DDA recently launched a new PSA called, 'What We're Like'. When we filmed it, we included photographer Jeff Topham to get some behind the scenes shots. We were so pleased with the result, that they now hang at our new head office! See the PSA here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=PEp0...

The Vancouver Park Board wants to hear from you. The board is seeking feedback on inclusive playground design. If you have some good ideas, feel free to join the conversation. #inclusion #accessible #playground #kids #disabilityawareness vancouver.ca/news-calenda...

Thanks to more investment from the provincial government, BC is getting more child care spaces. So far in 2026, nearly 990 new spaces have been made available across the province. #Childcare #childcaremonth news.gov.bc.ca/releases/202...

Not all heroes wear capes. This Mother’s Day, we acknowledge the love and dedication of moms of kids with developmental disabilities. Your love changes lives. We wish a Happy Mother’s Day Sunday to all the extraordinary moms in our community. 💜

The 21st Annual Art in the City was held in the West End last week! 🎨 Once again, DDA had over 30 participants and sold over $1,000 in art! A big thanks to Kate and the rest of DDA's art instruction team, and to the impressive talent of our wonderful artists! #art #fridayvibes

On Friday, we recognize and celebrate the incredible dedication of child care professionals like the ECEs and Child and Youth Workers at DDA and those across British Columbia as the province proclaims May 8 as Child Care Appreciation Day. We are proud of the dedication you bring every day.👶👧🧒

The City of Vancouver wants YOU on its Accessibility Committee. If you identify as having a disability, have your say and help spearhead Vancouver's accessible future. @cityofvancouver.bsky.social vancouver.ca/people-progr...

A museum in Philadelphia makes history come alive for people with low vision or blindness. www.disabilityscoop.com/2026/05/06/t...

Today asks us to reflect, to listen, to value Indigenous voices, and to confront the systems that continue to exclude and harm. Inclusion isn’t symbolic. Respect isn't conditional. It’s action, intention, and change. ❤️ #MMIWG2S #MMIWGActionNow #reddressday

🌮Happy Cinco de Mayo!🌮 Cinco de Mayo isn’t Mexico’s Independence Day - it marks the Battle of Puebla, when a smaller Mexican force defeated the French army against the odds. Today’s a good reminder to appreciate the history - and the people behind the moment...and, of course, tacos!!! #CincoDeMayo

We’re grateful to the team at Inclusion BC for their thoughtful article highlighting our recent PSA. It’s wonderful to have the ongoing support from members of our community who continue to help amplify the voices of people with developmental disabilities. inclusionbc.org/seeing-the-p...

Many disabled people are unable to produce the curated image of visible performative busyness that the corporate world idealizes. Simply put, we do not fit their phony image of a hard worker, despite statistics that overwhelmingly show the opposite to be true.