The Dayle McIntosh Center

The Dayle McIntosh Center Access and equity, by and for, people with disabilities and older adults.

The purpose of the Dayle McIntosh Center is to partner with individuals who have disabilities as they gain the resources, knowledge and skills to live independently.

This. Could. Be. You. With the help of our Travel Trainers at DMC, you could have access and independence, learning ho...
10/01/2025

This. Could. Be. You. With the help of our Travel Trainers at DMC, you could have access and independence, learning how to navigate the bus system to live the life you choose. Thanks to our Mobility Management Professionals Program (MMPP) - if you are a person with disabilities or an older adult 55+, we highly encourage you to check out our MMPP Web page: https://daylemc.org/services/skills-training/mobility-management-professionals-program-mmpp/

Riding the bus doesn't have to be overwhelming, when you have the support in helping you navigate how to use it, strategize your journey and learn how to access the bus system safely!

Share our MMPP Flyers:

(English)https://daylemc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Mobility-Management-Program-Flyer.pdf.pdf

(Spanish)https://daylemc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Mobility-Managemnet-Program-Spanish-Fyler.pdf.pdf

Get moving forward on your independence journey today!



Image Description: Pictured: DMC Travel Trainers Babar and Sol sitting on the bus

"Yeah. I'm standing outside on a fall day again. It's cold out where I am and I so could use a hot pumpkin latte right ...
10/01/2025

"Yeah. I'm standing outside on a fall day again. It's cold out where I am and I so could use a hot pumpkin latte right now, but I have serious work to do. So here goes. My name is Liza and I am DMC's "donation ambassador." If you follow our pages, you know I've asked you to participate in a myriad of fundraisers holding this white donation box. The point? It isn't as obvious as you may believe. I'm not just a generic face here - I also represent those who smile who have much more behind said smile....those who are not represented - people who are your neighbors, colleagues, friends, and even the person at your local grocery store who smiles like I do - invisible disabilities exist everywhere. Each time you blaze past my post on social neglecting to recognize me - you do so to people you may actually know or don't know. - let me allow DMC to explain.

DMC serves an extremely diverse community of people of all ages, all multicultural backgrounds, identities, and our community is growing. We'd like to bring your attention to the fact that behind the smile could be a person with invisible disabilities. Chronic fatigue, anxiety, depression, Dyslexia, ADD/ADHD, PTSD, learning disorders, panic attacks,and Long COVID. DMC serves people with both visible and invisible disabilities - did you know that? From people fearful to take the bus, to those in a housing crisis or safety situation, people born with or acquired disabilities through aging, accident or illness- Our fundraising efforts are designed to support all of our growth initiatives to be able to serve a diverse landscape of people with disabilities, older adults and Veterans.

Donate today https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=ZGDDYL7MLHKHN to help DMC grow to serve all people who belong to our community. We thank you for your support!



Image Description: DMC's Liza standing outside (with ) hehe smiling outside on fall day with foliage in the background. She is smiling wearing a yellow sweater with green, red, orange and gold leaves holding white donation box with DMC blue logo

Type, type, type... working with a computer may appear to be like this for some members of the community; while for othe...
10/01/2025

Type, type, type... working with a computer may appear to be like this for some members of the community; while for others voice technology is the bridge toward equity using a computer; and for others still screen readers and software become the way to being able to have access just like everyone else.

If you are a person with disabilities or an older adult, Assistive Technology is your personalized gateway to have independence and access to live and thrive and stay connected, perform work as well as socialize.

The power of this important DMC Assistive Technology Program is now taking referrals.

Assistive Technology (AT) Services

* Improve access through assistive technology.

* Grow independence through the right devices.

* Bridge communication and connection while addressing your specific needs.

Learn more and connect with us today: https://daylemc.org/services/support-services/assistive-technology/



Image Description: DMC's AT Coordinator, Lizette sitting at desk on computer with headset.

Just a reminder - Our Blind/Low-VIsion Services Team (BLVS) is taking referrals! * Ages 18-54 and older adults can gain...
10/01/2025

Just a reminder - Our Blind/Low-VIsion Services Team (BLVS) is taking referrals!

* Ages 18-54 and older adults can gain the right support and resources.

* Understand basic orientation and adjustment to gain independence.

* Learn skills and navigation to improve quality of life.

Learn more: https://daylemc.org/services/skills-training/blind-low-vision/

We look forward to serving you!



Image Description: Pictured: DMC's BLVS Team - Gaby, Danyelle, Paul, Wendy and Christabel smiling in meeting room at table holding assistive technology devices inside DMC with a white board behind them.

Two Weeks from Today: Mark those calendars! Assistive Technology Collaborative is meeting once again! And as the year ...
10/01/2025

Two Weeks from Today: Mark those calendars! Assistive Technology Collaborative is meeting once again! And as the year winds down quickly, you'll want to stay on top of technology changes and developments. STAY in the loop every third Wednesday of the month!

October 15 * 10-11 AM

Learn more and share our flyer:https://daylemc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/DMCs-AT-Collaborative-Flyer-2025-.pdf



Image Description: Group of younger and older adults sitting at table ready to learn about how Assistive Technology can help them and help others in our community.

In just 2 days... Q***r, Disabled and Proud (QD&P) Group MeetingRelaunch: THIS FRIDAY, October 3rd 11-12:30 PMMust RSV...
10/01/2025

In just 2 days... Q***r, Disabled and Proud (QD&P) Group Meeting

Relaunch: THIS FRIDAY, October 3rd

11-12:30 PM

Must RSVP to get Link. Learn more:https://daylemc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/QDP-Flyer-2025-.pdf

We look forward to having you join us! Can't make it?
Plan on joining us again on 11/7.
We'll resume in February after the holidays.



Image Description: LGBTQ progressive flag with red, orange, yellow, green dark blue, black, brown, pink, light blue purple stripes inside DMC logo showing access.

Ring, ring, ring.. wait, is that a call? DMC is calling all Volunteers to join us! Last week we introduced you to our ...
10/01/2025

Ring, ring, ring.. wait, is that a call? DMC is calling all Volunteers to join us! Last week we introduced you to our Volunteer Program spotlight. There is great empowerment, fulfillment, and life enhancing benefits to volunteering with DMC just knowing you are part of OC's ONLY Independent Living Center serving an amazing community of people with disabilities, older adults and Veterans.

Come join us! Make a difference. Create an impact with us!

Check out our Volunteer Page: https://daylemc.org/volunteer/

Share our Flyerhttps://daylemc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/DMC-Volunteer-Flyer-Final-2025.pdf with everyone you know who loves volunteering and help us post this flyer on community bulletin boards, distribute electronically through your own personal and professional networks and even apply yourself!

Let's change lives with the work we do today!

We're looking forward to having you join us!



Image Description: DMC's volunteer Daysi smiling holding a "Calling all Volunteers" poster with DMC blue logo at top.

Today is the last day of September. We hope you enjoyed this month's Housing workshop. We're hoping you will be back t...
09/30/2025

Today is the last day of September. We hope you enjoyed this month's Housing workshop. We're hoping you will be back to join us for October's workshop - Please plan ahead and RSVP!

Are YOU Document Ready?

Housing Search and Being Document Ready

Oct 28, 2025 * 2 PM

Understanding the housing search process, your options, and being prepared is half the battle as you get organized to become document ready.

Learn ways to increase your chances of successfully securing housing opportunities.

RSVP to get the Zoom details!
housing@daylemc.org or call 714/621-3300

We look forward to you joining us!



Image Description: Housing Search and Being Document Ready October 28 at 2 PM written on image which features houses on a chessboard with a magnifying glass zeroing in on a housing search. Stacks of documents are in the background and a pair of reading glasses and house keys are on a wooden table surface. DMC blue logo on white is in the lower left-hand corner and Image has dark orange border

It's time to bring DFCI to your community! DMC's Disability Friendly Community Initiative (DFCI) is important for membe...
09/30/2025

It's time to bring DFCI to your community! DMC's Disability Friendly Community Initiative (DFCI) is important for members of our community to feel recognized.

What does it mean to be inclusive? Our community of people with both visible and invisible disabilities has more layers than most people realize as every person's lived experiences is different - and that includes people with the same disabilities. Age demographics of youth, young adults, older adults, Veterans, different ethnic, socioeconomic, cultural, generational and varied backgrounds and identities are layers of lenses DMC aims to educate for a more inclusive community.

Learn more about DFCI and how we can help: https://daylemc.org/disability-friendly-community-initiative-dfci/

Share our 2 page flyer which includes an overview of our services:https://daylemc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Disability-Friendly-Community-Initiative-DFCI-Flyer.pdf


Image Description: Three individuals with different disabilities outside on sunny day on sidewalk. This photo was taken by Chona Kasinger.

Credit affiliated with https://AffectTheVerb.com/disabledandhere

Are you a person who loves to serve and support our Veterans who have dutifully provided service to our country?Do you h...
09/30/2025

Are you a person who loves to serve and support our Veterans who have dutifully provided service to our country?

Do you have knowledge about the American Disabilities Act, the Rehabilitation Act and Fair Housing Act?

Does maintaining a caseload of 45 consumers excite you?

Do you have strong core values with solid business ethics?

Are you confident with decision-making, problem-solving and are you highly organized with the ability to handle multiple priorities and deadlines?

Are you a highly skilled person who is able to assess, assist, monitor, budget, collaborate and stay focused to serve meeting several needs at once?

Are you able to travel 60% of the time, being punctual to meetings, provide direct services without being flustered by commuting and traffic?

If you're a driven person who is ready to make a difference, who can work independently making sound decisions, modeling immaculate leadership by example to proudly represent DMC to our service personnel in need - we'd love for you to apply for our open role as Veteran Independence Program Advisor in Los Angeles County.

Independent Living philosophy values and Los Angeles County residency a huge plus!

Learn more and apply: https://daylemc.org/about-us/employment-opportunities/


Image description: Dayle Mcintosh Center is Hiring Veteran Independence Program Advisor Los Angeles County written on orange background with silhouette of three people in center. DMC blue logo is in upper left corner and image has a blue border.

Our Veterans Independence Program (VIP) has helped so many Veterans and we are so happy and proud to know we've helped. ...
09/30/2025

Our Veterans Independence Program (VIP) has helped so many Veterans and we are so happy and proud to know we've helped. DMC wants to continue to see this program grow and with you sharing this post, others will have access to the link below.

Check out DMC's VIP Page today: : https://daylemc.org/veterans-independence-program/

There you will find everything you need from access to our Veteran Handbook, to our flyer in English and Spanish, to information and a little history with our two founding Board Veterans who were out in the community on behalf of DMC advocating for our Veterans access back in 1977. Check out our VIP program today and thank you, Veterans for your service!



Image Description: Veteran Independence Program finger-spelled in ASL with BIPOC hands on white background. Image has red border.

Our Attitude of Gratitude Fundraiser is here and we have a full 48th Anniversary Giving Season happening from autumn int...
09/30/2025

Our Attitude of Gratitude Fundraiser is here and we have a full 48th Anniversary Giving Season happening from autumn into winter taking place October 31-December 2, 2025 (official Giving Tuesday).

We are grateful for our prize sponsor SKECHERS for being a prize donor sponsor this year for our Attitude of Gratitude Fundraiser taking place October 31-December 2, 2025 Donate to DMC https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=ZGDDYL7MLHKHN and automatically get entered into an opportunity drawing for a chance to win prizes.

Everyone deserves a good pair of sneakers and thanks to Skechers arch support comfort, your feet are protected and supported with ease and the slip-in technology is especially helpful for people in our disability and older adults community to not have to bend down to put on shoes. Thank you Skechers for your $100 Gift Card prize and for your mindfulness to the needs of our community for fit, function, accessibility, and fashion all in one!

Your donation helps people with disabilities, older adults and Veterans with our 2026 DMC growth initiatives as we meet a high demand of need as Orange County's ONLY Independent Living Center! Learn more and share our event flyer as we celebrate our 48th anniversary! Learn more about our fundraiser by downloading our flyer
http://daylemc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/2025-DMC-ATTITUDE-OF-GRATITUDE-GIVING-SEASON-FLYER-Final.docx



Image Description: Pictured: Skechers blue logo on white in upper right-hand corner next to Gift Card Prize. The word Skechers is in green letters diagonal on a red, orange and yellow autumn themed background with embedded ‘image’ of a blue Skechers sneaker below it. DMC Blue logo on white in lower right hand corner. Image has a blue border.

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501 N Brookhurst Street Ste 102
Anaheim, CA
92801

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Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
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