APPACDM de Portalegre

APPACDM of Portalegre is a Portuguese association of parents and friends of people with intellectual disabilities. Based in Portalegre, it works to improve the quality of life of the people it supports and promote inclusion through social care, participation and community initiatives.

Its services include early childhood intervention; Centres for Activities and Inclusion Capacity in Portalegre, Marvão and Sousel; an Independent Living Support Centre; home support; residential care; and an autonomous residence. The association also provides school meals and emergency food assistance, including direct and indirect distribution of food and essential goods. Its projects include inclusive holiday activities, local development initiatives and material-support programmes.

APPACDM encourages community involvement through volunteering, membership, donations and corporate social responsibility partnerships. Its volunteer programme is open to people aged over 18 who have time and a desire to help. Businesses can support the association through donations or sponsorship, while individuals may contribute through donations or tax designation. The organisation also shares news and activities highlighting sport, education, wellbeing and inclusion.