Events Archived
2024 DAC Events
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October 16, 2024, Noon - 1:00
Disability Pride Month Lunch & Learn
InAlliance: Working To Build A More Livable Workable World
Guest Speaker: Executive Director, Andrea Croom
InAlliance Presentation Slides
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September 25, 2024, Noon - 1:00
SPCA, Love on Loan Program
https://www.sspca.org/loveonloan
Guest Speaker: Natalie Vergara, Community Outreach Manager
Topics: Love on Loan program enlists volunteers who take their own pets on visits to local nursing homes and children’s homes. Interaction with animals can be a powerful tool for igniting personal growth and transforming everyday experiences for seniors and children.
SPCA Love on Loan Lunch and Lunch -
September 17, 2024, Noon - 1:00
Canine Companions
Guest Speaker: Delia Bolinder, Volunteer Coordinator
InAlliance: Working To Build A More Livable Workable World
Home - Canine Companions
Topics: They will speak about the differences between Service Dogs, Facility Dogs, Therapy Dogs and Emotional Support Animals. They will also discuss the journey of a service dogs’ life.
Welcome! CDFA DAC -Canine Companion Lunch and Learn
Videos - Canine Companions
- From Puppy to Hero
- Emma and Service Dog Marcia
- Jem & Joe – New beginnings after service
- Facility Dog Bear’s Impact
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September 11, 2024, Noon - 1:00
California Association of Guide Dog Users
California Association of Guide Dog Users (CAGDU) – National Federation of the Blind of California (nfbcal.org)
Guest Speaker: Shannon L. Dillon, Legislative Coordinator and President of the California Association of Guide Dog Users, A Division of the National Federation of the Blind of California and her guide dog, Irish!
Topics: What the guide dog does, focus on workplace, Issues faced by guide dog users, Capabilities and needs of blind people
Guide Dogs, What Are They, What Do They Do, and What Are Some Barriers Experienced By Guide Dog Users? - PPT slides
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July 24, 2024, Noon - 1:00
Disability Pride Month Lunch & Learn
Topic: DOR will discuss the ADA as a landmark piece of legislation and how it has shaped the rights and protections afforded to people with disabilities. They will cover the history of the ADA, employment challenges for people with disabilities, and the importance of reasonable accommodations
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May 29, 2024, Noon - 1:00
Mental Health Awareness Month Lunch and Learn with Stop Stigma Sacramento
Stop Stigma Sacramento Website and Resources
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May 8, 2024, Noon - 1:00
Mental Health Awareness Month Lunch and Learn
Office of the Surgeon General
Guest Speaker: Dr. Diana Ramos, Surgeon General
Rising To The Challenge: ACEs and The Intersection with Mental Health - PPT slides
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April 10, 2024, Noon - 1:00
Autism Acceptance Month Lunch and Learn
MIND Institute Research - UC Davis Health
Guest Speaker: Sarah F Vejnoska from Mind Institute
Zoom registration for Autism Acceptance Month Lunch and Learn
Hidden Workers: Untapped Talent
CDFA Autism Lunch and Learn -
March 13, 2024, Noon - 1:00
Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month Lunch and Learn
California Department of Developmental Services (DDS)
Guest Speaker: Department of Developmental Services
Resources on DDS Website
DDS PPT slides Resources
Event recording
2023 Events
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September 27, 2023, Noon - 1:00
SPCA, Love on Loan Program
Guest Speaker: Natalie Vergara, Community Outreach Manager
Topics: Love on Loan program enlists volunteers who take their own pets on visits to local nursing homes and children's homes. Interaction with animals can be a powerful tool for igniting personal growth and transforming everyday experiences for seniors and children.
SSPCA Community Services
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September 20, 2023, Noon - 1:00
Canine Companions
Guest Speaker: Ginger Kelly, Volunteer Coordinator
Home - Canine Companions
Topics: They will speak about the differences between Service Dogs, Facility Dogs, Therapy Dogs and Emotional Support Animals. They will also discuss the journey of a service dogs' life.
General Presentation
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September 13, 2023, Noon - 1:00
California Association of Guide Dog Users (CAGDU) – National Federation of the Blind of California (nfbcal.org)
Guest Speaker: Shannon L. Dillon, Legislative Coordinator and President of the California Association of Guide Dog Users, A Division of the National Federation of the Blind of California and her guide dog, Irish! Topics: What the guide dog does, focus on workplace, Issues faced by guide dog users, Capabilities and needs of blind people.
Presentation
Event recording
July 26, 2023, Noon - 1:00 – Pride Industries Lunch and Learn
ADA anniversary/Disability Pride month
Pride Industries
PRIDE Industries | LinkedIn
PowerPoint Slides
Register here: Pride Industries Lunch & Learn
Event recording
July 20, 2023, Noon - 1:00 – Department of Rehabilitation Lunch and Learn
ADA anniversary/Disability Pride month
CA Department of Rehabilitation
Register here: DOR Lunch & Learn
PowerPoint Slides
Event recording
Resources:
LEAP
Americans with Disabilities Act
Job Accommodation Network (JAN)
California Civil Rights Department
Department of Rehabilitation
Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA)
Contacts:
Contact Department of Rehabilitation
Contact Office of Civil Rights
May 25, 2023, Noon - 1:00 –Mental Health Awareness Film Festival
CDFA Auditorium or Virtual
Register here: Mental Health Awareness Film Festival
List of Event Recordings
Sound Healing:
The DAC is welcoming NAMASTEMADRE for a special offering of Sound Healing. Feel the powerful benefits of this healing modality that include reduction in anxiety, promotion of emotional health, relaxation, calming to your brainwaves, and more! This event will be both in person at CDFA's Auditorium and via Zoom.
Date: May 17, 2023 - Noon - 1:00
Physical Location: 1220 N Street, Sacramento, CDFA Auditorium
Virtual Option Registration: Sound Healing
May 11, 2023 - Noon - 1:00 CalHOPE Lunch and Learn
https://www.calhope.org/
Register here: CalHOPE Lunch and Learn
PPT Slide Deck from CalHOPE Schools Presentation
CalHOPE Schools Resources
Event recording
April 17, 2023, Noon - 1:00 – Autism Acceptance Film Festival
CDFA Auditorium or Virtual
Register here: Autism Acceptance Film Festival
Film Links
April 11, 2023 - Autism Speaks! Lunch and Learn
autismspeaks.org/
Autismspeaks - Lunch & Learn powerpoint
Event recording
2022 Events
October 25, 2022 – California AgrAbility : History of California AgrAbility
California AgrAbility
Event Recording
October 11, 2022 – California Department of Rehabilitation (DOR) : Disability Etiquette and Awareness
DOR
Event Recording
September 22, 2022 – California AgrAbility : All About California AgrAbility
California AgrAbility
Event Recording
August 23, 2022 – Disability Rights California : A presentation sharing information about some of the services available through this organization.
Disabiilty Rights California
Event Recording
August 11, 2022 – NAMI : A presentation sharing challenges, stereo typing, misconceptions of mental health.
NAMI - Sacramento
NAMI -National- May 19, 2022 – Adjoin – Presentation
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