People Supporting Independent Living & Leisure

DeValles Day Care is a provider of child care services. The organization offers after-school programs for children. It has a staff of trained and certified teachers who provide tutoring and literacy programs. DeValles Day Care s DeValles Memorial School-Age Day Care Program includes sessions for academic, physical and emotional development of students. The organization conducts various activities, such as cooking, arts and crafts and skating. It also organizes computer education classes. DeValles Day Care offers a variety of food items for breakfast and lunch. It conducts field trips and sports events. The organization additionally provides child and family counseling services. DeValles Day Care is located in New Bedford, Mass.

Immigrant Social Services, providing information, case management and referrals in a variety of areas to limited, non-English speakers ( Portuguese, Cape Verdean Creole and Spanish ). Educational Programs including ESOL, Citizenship and Native Language Citizenship classes as well as Citizenship Preparation Assistance. Elderly Services: The Senior Coordinator provides escort and advocacy, on-going interpretation, access and supportive services to the limited to non-English speaking elders and Caregivers. Services include assistance in navigating through all of the changes in the health care system, connecting elders to existing benefits and programs that meets their economic and social needs. Deportation Support Services: The Case Manager provides daily outreach at the Bristol County House of Correction to inmates who are legal permanent residents and are facing deportation due to the severely restricted laws under Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act ( IIRAIRA ) that was passed in 1996. The IAC collaborates with the Azores and Cape Verde to transmit information regarding deportees and exchange information regarding health and social issues. The IAC also provides support and social services to their families. The IAC is also a member of the Emergency Food and Shelter Program through United Way and the National Board.

Dennison Memorial Community Center, located in New Bedford's South End, has been serving the community for nearly 150 years. It offers free membership to youth aged 6-16 in the area, focusing on promoting solid values, self-esteem, and personal growth through diverse programs and services. The center provides academic support, sports and recreational activities, creative arts, daycare services, and summer programs, all designed to support the development of at-risk youth and their families. Through these initiatives, Dennison Memorial aims to improve educational attainment and foster responsible adulthood in a safe and nurturing environment. Generated from the website