“We make a living by what we get,
but we make a life by what we give.”
– Winston Churchill
The Mission of the San Diego Regional Center (SDRC) is “To serve and empower persons with developmental disabilities and their families to achieve their goals with community partners.” Since 1969, San Diego Regional Center has been a focal point in the community for persons with developmental disabilities (intellectual disabilities, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, autism, or other conditions similar to intellectual disabilities) living in San Diego and Imperial counties. San Diego Regional Center’s vision is for persons with developmental disabilities to live productive and satisfying lives as valued members of their communities. Dave Hadacek serves as the Board Chairman for the San Diego-Imperial Counties Developmental Services, Inc.
#1 Dave Hadacek grew up on a farm and raised cattle to help pay for college.
#2 I traveled all over the world for work, however, my favorite destination is Southwest Virginia, specifically the Blue Ridge Mountains.
#3 I play a lot of Pickleball, enjoy woodworking, and helping others.
#4 Favorite Movie: “The Princess Bride” – a classic movie for kids and adults!
#5 Book Recommendations: Two of my favorite books are “Unbroken” by Laura Hillenbrand and “The Splendid and the Vile” by Erik Larson.
#6 We have a lovable and playful Golden Doodle named Stella.
#7 Our 3rd child, Holly, has taught me a lot about unconditional love and acceptance. Through Holly, the family met Governor Pete Wilson and his wife Gail when she helped light the California Capital Christmas Tree. The addition of Holly to our family has forever changed our boys’, Peggy’s and my life for the better.
#8 We all have something to offer. Wherever we are, there are others around us who we can help and support. Whatever we have, there are always others who have less and can benefit from our time and possessions. I am on a number of non-profit boards, as well as volunteer for organizations that support cancer research and housing for those with developmental disabilities.
#9 My involvement with San Diego Regional Center started over 30 years ago when our daughter was born with Down Syndrome and went through the “intake” process at San Diego Regional Center. As a parent with a disabled child, the mission of San Diego Regional Center spoke deeply to me. I have been on and off the Board for 23 years, serving in various leadership roles.
#10 The San Diego Regional Center does not have fundraisers; however, a related nonprofit organization, the Foundation for Developmental Disabilities (FDD), is committed to providing support where the Regional Center does not have the state-allocated funds. www.foundationfordd.org
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