Chamberlin House Inc.

04/01/2026

No pranks today! Okay maybe a few...

03/31/2026

We are hiring! Positions open in Albany, Oregon for Direct Support Professionals. Apply through our website or find us on indeed and work in the best job you will ever love!

Chamberlin House is a leader in serving adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Linn County

03/30/2026

From our friends at Progressive Lifestyle read about Progress, Innovation, and Support and key developmental disabilities awareness updates in 2026.

Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month (DDAM) is observed each March in the United States to draw attention to the experiences, rights, and contributions of people with developmental disabilities and to promote inclusion and understanding across communities. The month encourages public education...

03/27/2026

Congratulations to folks on the Coast!

When we talk about tourism, we have to talk about workforce — the people who produce, stock, and serve our food; the people who greet us in stores and hotels;

03/26/2026

2027–29 budgeting process and survey

ODDS is in the first step of the budgeting process: creating the 2027–29 Agency Request Budget. This step is how we advise the Governor’s Office. The Governor will use our requested budget to decide what she will propose to the Oregon Legislature later this year. Then, the Legislature will make the final budget. We’ll discuss this process more throughout the year.

Right now, ODDS is asking for ideas to put in our requested budget. These ideas are called policy option packages, or POPs. This year, all our requests must be budget neutral. That means, an idea can’t add new costs unless there’s a way to save money to cover those new costs. So, we’re looking for ideas that are more efficient.

ODDS created an online survey, so you have an easy way to share your ideas. The survey has six questions. It’s anonymous. They won’t know anything about you unless you share personal information in your answers.

Here’ are links to the survey: English https://links-.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fapp.smartsheet.com%2Fb%2Fform%2F019cf8e9cf9c711cb19fb96e35bdc00f%3Futm_medium=email%26utm_source=govdelivery/1/0100019cfddd483b-e39f8a3f-12ee-4514-ad49-5949992a34e9000000/FvoR7Q9CGi7sEAM8FtLvQGuqoh5wcg1L8S2IeLkRm9E=449

Spanish: https://links-.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fapp.smartsheet.com%2Fb%2Fform%2F019cf9ed844870f3903cbc876a1510da%3Futm_medium=email%26utm_source=govdelivery/1/0100019cfddd483b-e39f8a3f-12ee-4514-ad49-5949992a34e9-000000/Xneqiw5U5S-Iu-cqAuyfvq9SIQrcQK1bi8igykeVjr8=449

03/25/2026

Don't forget to wear purple tomorrow! Purple Day is a global initiative to raise awareness about epilepsy and support those affected by it.

03/23/2026

Coordown comes out with brilliant short videos every year for March 21st, World Down syndrome Day. They aim to create something that addresses an issue that the Down syndrome community faces. Previous shorts have touched on sexuality, employment and justice. This year, the subject is the “R-Word.” Please like and share. Let's help make this video go viral!

Using disability-related words as insults is a thing of the past. Update your language to build a more equitable world for everyone. ...

03/20/2026

Join us tomorrow as we celebrate World Down Syndrome Day!

03/19/2026

Don’t miss next week’s panel discussion led by OCDD Self Advocates!

03/19/2026

Hello,
This message is about upcoming trainings for self-advocates. Please read this message if:
• You get I/DD supports and services in Oregon.
• You’re the family member or guardian of someone who gets services.
• Your job includes service planning.
• You or someone you know needs or gets I/DD services.
Last year, ODDS and the Oregon Self Advocacy Coalition (OSAC) created a
new resource: “The Self-Advocate Guide to Intellectual and Developmental
Disabilities (I/DD) Services.” The guide goes through the I/DD service planning process. It’s a tool to help individuals meet their goals.

The trainings are for self-advocates. All who support self-advocates to plan
their services are also welcome. Those who support individuals will learn
how to better support self-advocates.

Go to “The Self-Advocate Guide” and resources web page. View and
download the guide there. The web page also has videos to walk you
through the guide. You can also ask your services coordinator or personal
agent for help. They may have printed guides available.

“The Self-Advocate Guide” and trainings are part of our work to support
individuals to understand their services, know their rights, and speak up
about the lives they want. We hope you will join us.

Please share this news and encourage people to attend.

Thank you,
Office of Developmental Disabilities Services

03/17/2026

Happy St. Patrick's Day!