BRIAN HAGUE - ROBERT BARTH - DEVELOPMENTAL ENTERPRISES COTP.
Last week the Club welcomed Brian Hague and Robert Barth from DEC, The Development Enterprises Corp, who detailed the goals and functions of their organization. DEC , founded in 1971, is a non-profit organization that strives to enhances the abilities of adults with developmental disabilities, to reach their fullest potential, by supplying detailed , personalized training and programs tailored to their individual needs. Their aim is to develop the skills needed to allow the people to function with a degree of independence in our community. The group works on three areas of development: Vocational, increasing useful job skills; Communication skills- enhancing the client's ability to function in society; and teach to them the importance of being a good neighbor, to help others, and become productive.
Brian also spoke on the difficulties the organization such as DEC have in raising the needed funding necessary to carry out theses important functions. They operate mostly off Medicad funding but are always looking for ways to have fund raising events, and explore grants in the future. If you are interested in learning more or donating, check their website--- decmc.org
Thank you Brian and Robert