DCARA Offices Are Currently Open By Appointment Only.
DCARA Front Desk
510.343.6670 (VP/VOICE) | info@dcara.org
Interpreting Services | 510.722.7004
CAPE Hotline | 707.595.2005
Youth and Family Services
DCARA offers programs for parents, both hearing and Deaf, of Deaf/Hard of Hearing or Children of Deaf Adults (CODA) children including services addressing linguisitc and communication needs of the child and family. Programs include Deaf Mentor Program, Club Saturday family gatherings, Family Advocacy, and IEP/IFSP Advocacy.
Advocacy Services
DCARA provides communication access assistance, independent living skills, employment services, peer counseling, information & referral, advocacy services and community education that empower Deaf* people to live independent and productive lives, with full access to the rights, privileges, and opportunities available to the general public.
Employment Services
In partnership with the State of California's Employment Development Department, DCARA provides Deaf/HH job seekers the information, resources, and tools to seek and maintain employment. Our Employment Specialists also work closely with state agencies as well as employers to ensure that our clients are successfully employed.
Community Education Program
DCARA offers training classes and programs such as U.S. Citizenship Education, Driver's Education, Parenting Education, topic-based workshop series and Job & Literacy Program (in partnership with the Department of Rehabilitation.) . Training will include literacy and communication skills for community integration, employment, basic independent living skills.
Interpreting Services
Sign Language interpreters for deaf people in all kinds of the environment to be able to communicate with everybody. Top-notch quality interpreters with efficient processing service. We also provide other communication accommodations such as Deaf Interpreters (CDI/DI) and any other special accommodations upon request by contacting us.
If you live within Bay Area and northwestern coast of California and are interested in receiving news and announcements, sign up for DCARA news.
Contact us at:
510-343-6670 (VP/VOICE)
info@dcara.org (EMAIL)
Deaf Counseling Advocacy & Referral Agency DCARA
22 hours ago
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How can you use cleaner energy or shift your energy use to off-peak hours? There are many ways you can power down from 4–9 pm to preserve the energy usage in your home! Plug in your devices after 9 pm to charge them overnight. Hold off chores like turning on the dishwasher or running a load of laundry until at 9pm or even the next morning so you use cleaner energy. You can also change your thermostat before 4 pm so you use less energy during peak hours. Setting timers to remind yourself when it's time to use energy in your home will make shifting your energy use habits to save money and reduce your pollution and greenhouse gas emissions even easier. ... See MoreSee Less
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Deaf Counseling Advocacy & Referral Agency DCARA
4 days ago
Learn more at dcara.org/coronavirus, contact CAPEman at cape@dcara.org or 707.595.2005 VP.
Protect yourself and the ones you love.
Get vaccinated.
To find a vaccine near you, visit MyTurn.ca.gov
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Deaf Counseling Advocacy & Referral Agency DCARA
6 days ago
For more information contact: CAPEman at cape@dcara.org | 707.595.2005 VP
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Over the last year, COVID-19 has affected us in many ways. But it has also taught us the power of community.
This year brings new hope. Every day we're one step closer to ending this pandemic. So, don't let up. Keep wearing a mask. Staying six feet apart. Washing your hands. And get vaccinated when it's your turn.
Every day and every action matters.
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Deaf Counseling Advocacy & Referral Agency DCARA
6 days ago
You're invited to join our upcoming Social Security Information Series by Alise Harding and Moni Brown
The second series, "Overpayment" will go live on Friday, October 29th, 2021 at 2pm on DCARA Facebook and YouTube: youtu.be/I95vont5ziU
NOTE: This workshop will be prerecorded.
For more information or questions, contact: alise.harding@dcara.org or moni.brown@dcara.org | VP: Front desk (510) 343-6670
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Social Security Information Series
Series 2: Overpayment
October 29th, 2021 at 2 pm
Where to watch: Facebook and YouTube
This workshop will be prerecorded
Presenters: Alise Harding (Advocate) and Moni Brown (Advocate)
Series:
Series 1: What is Social Security
October 15th at 2 pm [COMPLETED]
Series 2: Overpayment
October 29th, 2021 at 2 pm
Series 3: Working History
November 12nd, 2021 at 2pm
Series 4: Medicare
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Deaf Counseling Advocacy & Referral Agency DCARA
7 days ago
[COMMUNITY EVENT]
CSD ECE Early Start and DCARA are hosting 2-hour training session on Early Start (IFSP) to Preschool (IEP) Transition, Parental Rights, and Parental Advocacy for the Early Start families of deaf children.
Training session will cover topics on:
• Transition from IFSP to IEP
• Child's Rights & IEP Eligibility
• Child's Bilingual Language Access
• Least Restrictive Environment
• IEP Process
• Advocacy Tips
• Family Coaching
DATE: Thursday, October 28th
TIME: 9:30 - 11:30 AM
LOCATION: Fremont Sports Complex (across from CSD - tennis court area)
1110 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont
BRING: Lawn or beach chairs and blanket. Dress warmly as we will be sitting outside.
This event is weather-dependent. If inclement weather happens, the event would be canceled.
Interpreters (ASL/English) will be provided. For other language request, contact: Janice Finch, CSD Early Start Family Educator
Email: jfinch@csdf-cde.ca.gov
Registration deadline: October 22nd
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