san diego people first

since 1988

Contact(s): DEBBIE MARSHALL

Additional information:

Number of Active Members:
VARRIES

Reason(s) the Group Meets:
Political, Personal Skills

Products or Services Offered:
TRAININGS ON SELF ADVOCACY, ABUSE PREVENTION, IPP PLANNING, HEALTH AND SAFETY NEEDS.

Board of Directors:
No

Receives Support From:
AREA BOARD XIII, UCP, AND MANY OTHER AGENCIES.

Mission/Vision Statement:
The mission of San Diego People First is to educate and support people with developmental disabilities in San Diego County. The members of San Diego People First encourage individuals to be self-reliant through education, support of peers, sharing resources and tools, presentations, and the development of leadership skills. Members serve as role models by becoming involved in community projects and being productive members of the community.

Typical Activities:
MONTHLY MEETINGS, YEARLY CONFERENCE, LEADERSHIP SYMPOSIUMS AND TRAININGS.
YEARLY COMMUNITY GIVE BACKS INCLUDE PERSONAL CARE ITEMS GIFT BAGS FOR RACHELE'S HOUSE, TEDDY BEAR DANCE FOR CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL AND VALENTINES FOR VETS. YEARLY SPEECH COMPETITION.