Yvonne E. Soto has had extensive work experience, primarily in the field of developmental disabilities. Yvonne E. started their career in 1983 at the Alan Short Center, where they held the role of Program Director for over 23 years. In 2006, they joined DDSO as a Deputy Director before being promoted to the position of President/CEO in February 2008.
Yvonne E. Soto began their education in 1971 at UCLA, where they pursued a Bachelor of Arts degree in Music. Yvonne E. completed their studies in 1973. Following this, they attended California State University, Long Beach from 1976 to 1978, earning another Bachelor of Arts degree, this time in Music Therapy. In 1987, Yvonne enrolled at the University of San Francisco to study Nonprofit Management, which they pursued until 1989.
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DDSO - Developmental Disabilities Service Org
Providing services to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in the Stockton and Sacramento areas since 1975. MISSION: DDSO exists to enrich the quality of life for persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities by fostering individual growth, creativity, and community involvement through innovative strategies and artistic expression. VISION: DDSO envisions a world where people with intellectual and developmental disabilities live healthier and enriched lives, and are nurtured by caring and supportive communities that minimize and eliminate barriers. VALUES: - Everyone deserves compassion, encouragement and respect. - Championing the potential and creativity alive within the hearts and minds of adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. - Treating people with dignity and respect promotes individual growth. - Providing a healthy and safe environment enriches lives and promotes well being, creativity and life long learning. - Everyone deserves a social outlet and to feel a part of their community. - Everyone has the responsibility to contribute to society. - Inclusion and diversity enriches the quality of life of all individuals and brings growth to the community at large. - Everyone has the right to artistic expression.