Diamond Learning Center moving to new facility in Clovis

A local organization dedicated to helping individuals with developmental disabilities is set to move into a new facility. The Diamond Learning Center, founded by Jami Hamel De La Cerda, offers a supportive learning environment for lifelong education. The new center is located in Clovis, California, and spans 60,000 square feet. De La Cerda describes it as a mini college atmosphere designed to meet the needs of students aged 18 to over 60, all of whom are clients of the Central Valley Regional Center. The center will provide various programs, including employment training, volunteer opportunities, and classes on practical life skills like budgeting and art. Currently, the site is still under construction, with labeled areas showing future classrooms and activity spaces. The new building is designed to be accessible for everyone, including seniors and those with early onset dementia. De La Cerda emphasizes that the center will create opportunities for social interaction and memory care. With 180 learners already enrolled, the new facility has the capacity to accommodate many more students. De La Cerda hopes this project will set a standard for educational programs catering to individuals with disabilities. The team aims to open the new center by the end of April or in May.