Deaf Plus Adult Community (DPAC), a Bay Area organization serving Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing adults with Autism or other intellectual or developmental disabilities, is thrilled to announce it has received a $2,000 grant from the Alameda County Board of Supervisors. This generous funding will support DPAC’s ongoing mission to provide accessible services and enhance social and community integration opportunities for its consumers.
With the grant, DPAC hosted a special outing to GloFari at the Oakland Zoo on Dec. 23. This unique event offers consumers an inclusive and enriching opportunity to explore the dazzling holiday light displays, connect with peers, and experience the joy of the season.
DPAC was founded to address the critical lack of safe, accessible services for Deaf individuals with disabilities. It remains the only community-based day program and supported employment program in the region specifically designed to meet the needs of Deaf adults with Autism or other disabilities. The organization’s holistic approach includes a blend of center-based activities, community engagement, and employment development to foster social connectedness, vocational skills, and a higher quality of life.
“At DPAC, we believe every individual deserves full linguistic access and the opportunity to thrive in a supportive and engaging environment,” said Teresa Nold, Executive Director of DPAC. “This grant will allow us to create a memorable holiday experience for our consumers, many of whom face significant barriers to accessing community events.”
Deaf Plus Adult Community (DPAC)
www.deafplus.us
