Deaf Seniors of
America (DSA) is a
membership organization that was established after its first conference
in 1992. Originally called the National Association of Deaf Seniors
Citizens (NADSC), the current name was adopted in 1997.
DSA carries out its
mission
through conferences, newsletters, and other communications with its
members. Members must be aged 50 or older to join.
DSA is a non-profit, 501(c)(3)
organization.
Mission Statement . .
.
The mission
of DSA isto improve the quality of life for senior citizens who are
deaf by:
- Providing seminars
dealing with issues impacting their well-being and safety;
- Conducting
awareness projects or activities
among decision makers, providers of service and the general publi
regarding their unique needs, and;
- Acquainting those
senior citizens with
national, state, and local resources that will contribute to their
positive image and fuller participation in the mainstream society.
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