#DevelopmentalDisabilities

6 days ago

Florida Legislature 2026 Session Update Week 8: Budget Stalled but Priority Legislation Passes
www.fddc.org/fddcs-2026-legislative-b...

#disabilityadvocate #disabilityawareness #developmentaldisabilities #intellectualdisabilities

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Sudent brings VR bootcamp to Cuyahoga County Board of Developmental Disabilities One northeast Ohio county is going high tech using virtual reality to teach life skills.

1 week ago

A VR boot camp in Cuyahoga County is helping adults with developmental disabilities build confidence and practice everyday life skills in a safe, virtual environment.
https://ow.ly/kYOr50YqaKY

#DisabilityInclusion #AssistiveTechnology #VR #DevelopmentalDisabilities

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Epistemic Literary- Read Issue 7: Integrity now!

@epistemiclit.bsky.social

1 week ago

MONTHLY CONTRIBUTOR HIGHLIGHTS - NEHA SAMPAT's art "A? or B?" is found in our Issue 7: Integrity. Voice, poetry, and artwork are spotlighted in numerous publications and podcasts, including,

For March, our Monthly Highlights page will be featuring #WomensHistoryMonth, #IrishHeritage, and #DevelopmentalDisabilities.

Page (still under construction! More to come) is linked here for a sneak peek. Keep your eyes on this space for individual highlight posts throughout the month!

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Mental Health Awareness

@mhat2025.bsky.social

1 week ago

Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month is observed every March to raise awareness about the inclusion, rights, and contributions of people with developmental disabilities. 💙

#developmentaldisabilities

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National Association of Councils on Developmental Disabilities

1 week ago

AAP highlights supporting youths with developmental disabilities early — aiming for transition planning by ages 12–14 to optimize autonomy and future care.

https://ow.ly/AMHh50YoRf9

#AAPNews #DevelopmentalDisabilities #AdolescentHealth #CareTransitions

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@nacdd.bsky.social

1 week ago

A collage poster with photos of people from the Capitol Crawl, advocating with legislators, and as part of a disability-friendly group choir.

1/ #NACDD kicks off #DevelopmentalDisabilitiesAwarenessMonth with We’re Here. Then, Now, Always.

People with #DevelopmentalDisabilities have always been part of our communities — and always will be.

#DDAM #DDAM2026

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Easterseals Southern California

@eastersealssocal.bsky.social

1 week ago

Together, we’re raising awareness and fostering inclusion to create a world where everyone can thrive. Let’s continue to support, uplift, and empower one another! 🧡

#DDAM2026 #DevelopmentalDisabilities

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Desired Results Access Project

@draccess.bsky.social

1 week ago

March = Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month.
This month we’re centering belonging in inclusive early learning.

What’s 1 inclusive practice you’re proud of right now? Share it so others can try it.

#EduSky #DRDP #DevelopmentalDisabilities

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@pogmd.bsky.social

2 weeks ago

#LowVisionAwarenessMonth #DisabilityAdvocacy #developmentaldisabilities
#AccessibilityMatters #InclusiveCommunities

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2 weeks ago

Parents urge California lawmakers to expand regional center services, warning strict rules leave many families without support. Read more: https://ow.ly/Mo4W50YlqeF #DisabilityAdvocacy #DisabilityServices #DevelopmentalDisabilities #CaregiverSupport #Accessibility #DisabilityRights

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‘What will happen when I’m gone?’: Parents of people with disabilities push to expand services This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Thirty years ago, Jim O’Hara Jr. woke up from a coma, unable to walk, talk or eat. An 18-wheeler had broadsided his car, leaving him, then 18 years old, with a severe brain injury, according to his father, Jim O’Hara. Doctors said the […]

2 weeks ago

Parents urge lawmakers to expand regional center services, fearing lack of support when they can't advocate. Read more: https://ow.ly/ppGE50Ylq48 #DisabilityAdvocacy #DisabilityServices #DevelopmentalDisabilities #InclusionMatters #DisabilityRights #CaregiverSupport

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Legislative tussle ahead over Medicaid managed care for people with intellectual disabilities? • Florida Phoenix Care for people with developmental disabilities could take center stage in health care budget negotiations this year. The Senate Appropriations Committee on Health and Human Services on Wednesday will...

3 weeks ago

Jim DeBeaugrine and Valerie Breen join Bob Asztalos for his confirmation as APD Director by the Florida Senate!

#disabilityadvocate #disabilityawareness #developmentaldisabilities #fddc

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Kimberly DeFalco

@kimdefalco.bsky.social

3 weeks ago

Let's hope they do the right thing.

#developmentaldisabilities #Florida #Medicaid #SenateAppropriationsCommitteeHealthHumanServices #FloridaKidCareprogram

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@rollingstartinc.bsky.social

3 weeks ago

[ID: An image of the Rolling Start Inc. March 2026 calendar. Go to www dot rollingstart dot com forward-slash calendar to go to the accessible version of our calendar on our website. Text above says National Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, Honoring the strength, contributions, and potential of individuals with developmental disabilities, while uplifting the movement for dignity, opportunity, and full community inclusion. Register on linktr dot ee forward-slash rollingstartinc followed by the rolling start inc logo a gradient from green to blue with several icons that represent different disabilities like wheelchair, braille, canes, asl, etc.]

March is National Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month ✊♿

Celebrate inclusion, accessibility, and opportunity for people with #DevelopmentalDisabilities.

Join our March events to learn, connect, and thrive.

📅 rollingstart.com/calendar

#InclusionMatters #IndependentLiving

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1 month ago

Florida Health
Able United
The Family Cafe

#disabilityadvocate #disabilityawareness #developmentaldisabilities #intellectualdisabilities

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1 month ago

Thank you to everyone who joined us tonight for the Developmental Disabilities Day dinner in Tallahassee. 🌅

We look forward to continuing these conversations tomorrow at the Capitol. See you then!

#disabilityadvocate #disabilityawareness #developmentaldisabilities #intellectualdisabilities

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Citizen Portal News Vermont

1 month ago

FDDC Legislative Briefing 2-6-26: Week 4 of Session:
www.fddc.org/fddcs-2026-legislative-b...
#disabilityadvocate #disabilityawareness #developmentaldisabilities #intellectualdisabilities #floridadevelopmentaldisabilitiescouncil #fddc

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@citizenptnewsvt.bsky.social

1 month ago

DAIL tells Appropriations committee Act 69 roadmap and housing pilots aim to address 600‑unit shortfall for developmental disabilities DAIL described housing projects and an Act 69 work group roadmap intended to create mixed‑model housing for people with developmental disabilities; staff said recommendations aim to reach roughly 600 units over the next decade using capital investment, value‑based approaches and service funding.

DAIL is stepping up with innovative housing initiatives to tackle the critical shortage of residential options for individuals with developmental disabilities and their aging caregivers.

Learn more here

#VT #CommunitySupport #HousingInitiatives #DevelopmentalDisabilities #VermontHousing

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1 month ago

FDDC Connections | January 2026 - https://www.fddc.org/fddc-connections-january-2026/
DD Day is coming to Tallahassee on February 10, 2026, and your voices matter!
#disabilityadvocate #disabilityawareness #developmentaldisabilities #intellectualdisabilities #fddc

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