Commonwealth Council on Developmental Disabilities

01/23/2026

If you have someone with a disability or that is elderly please help make sure they are prepared for the next 3 days!

01/15/2026

Join us for an open house to learn more about the Housing Futures Project, funded by the Commonwealth Council on Developmental Disabilities (CCDD). This project is expanding housing options for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We’ll share an overview, answer questions, and help interested individuals or families get started.

Friday, Jan 23 | 2–5 PM
Tuesday, Feb 3 | 10 AM–2 PM

Location: HDI Center for Assistive Technology Services (CATS)
2358 Nicholasville Rd, Ste 180, Lexington, KY 40503
859-218-7979
Stop by and learn more—no registration required!

01/15/2026

Our next Pop-Up Story Hour is almost here. This month, the Hutchison Family invites us into their Kit Bashing project and the relationships that grew from sharing their passion with others.

This Kentucky-based project was made possible with support from the Commonwealth Council on Developmental Disabilities, and we are deeply grateful for their partnership in helping bring this work to life.

Join us for an hour of connection, reflection, and inspiration.

When: Friday, January 16 | 12 to 1 PM
Register through the link in our bio or visit: https://starfirecouncil-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/7HpVJsBNRd-WUedH3jAtOA

01/15/2026

Join us on February 18 at 1pm for the Disability and Physical Activity HDI seminar.

Register now at https://uky.zoom.us/meeting/register/Mf9knN7KQViobgR7fOwMzg

Title: Disability and Physical Activity
Date and Time: February 18, 2026 at 1-3pm ET

Presenters: Jon Drummond, M.S., M.A., PhD candidate, Department of Kinesiology and Health Promotion, University of Kentucky and a 2023 graduate of the Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental Disabilities (LEND) program; Emma Ballenger, M.S., CSCS, PhD student, Department of Kinesiology, University of Kentucky and a trainee in the 2025-2026 LEND program; Elise Kearns, PT, PhD, Associate Professor, Asbury University, LEND faculty member; Kara Lee, PT, DPT, NCS, Assistant Professor, Department of Physical Therapy, University of Kentucky; Morgan Turner, Program Education Assistant, Human Development Institute, University of Kentucky and a 2022 graduate of the LEND program; Lindsey Catherine Mullis, M.S., Inclusive Health & Wellness Director, Human Development Institute, University of Kentucky.
Description: Physical activity and exercise can greatly improve health and quality of life for people with disabilities. This seminar will provide participants the opportunity to learn the benefits of building healthy, inclusive communities. Resources for adapted sports programs that are available for individuals with disabilities will also be discussed.
School Psychologists may receive up to 2 CPD clock hours. Continuing Education units are approved for Physical Therapy for a category 2 course. This seminar is part of the HDI Seminar Series.

Contact walt.bower@uky.edu with any questions.

Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: Disability and Physical Activity . After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.

01/13/2026

If you are going to the Capitol don't forget it's under renovation! This handout from Kentucky Voices for Health and Advocacy Action Network is really helpful!

01/12/2026

Community Webinar: An Advocate's Toolkit for Broad Medicaid Exemption Implementation

Join NACDD and learn how to protect Medicaid from new federal budget cuts. We will talk about how states can keep home- and community-based services (HCBS) running and make sure people with disabilities don’t lose their health insurance. Experts from Justice In Aging will also be joining us to share their new toolkit for advocates.

When: January 14th, 4:00 – 5:00 PM ET
Where: Zoom
Accessibility: We will provide closed captions on Zoom. If you need other help to join (like a sign language interpreter), please tell us when you register.

Questions? Email Mary at Mwillard@nacdd.org.

Register for the event to receive log in information here:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/NxB3C0y4Q32p-AmPr9oDIw #/registration

Space is limited, register today!

01/12/2026

Kentucky's Legislative session has begun! To see the Council's priorities, find helpful links and keep abreast of current issues visit our web site:

​​The main objective of CCDD's public policy efforts is to promote public policy that makes sense for the people we serve. We support policies that encourage the integration between people with developmental disabilities, the people who support them, and the community as a whole.​

01/12/2026

January’s Pop-Up Story Hour features the Hutchison Family from Kentucky, who shared the joy and creativity of their Kit Bashing project. Their story shows how learning and growing in community begins with sharing what we love.

This Kentucky-based project was made possible with support from the Commonwealth Council on Developmental Disabilities, and we are deeply grateful for their partnership in helping bring this work to life.

Join us for an hour of inspiration and storytelling that brings these possibilities to life.

When: Friday, January 16 | 12 to 1 PM
Register through the link in our bio or visit: https://starfirecouncil-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/7HpVJsBNRd-WUedH3jAtOA

01/12/2026

01/09/2026

Don't miss this episode of ADA LIVE!

Our newest ADALive! podcast episode has dropped. Learn all about Holiday Hospitality for Guests with Disabilities https://adalive.org/episodes/episode-149/

01/09/2026

We can't say enough about this conference. Everyone who attends learns so much!

2026 KyPolicy ConferenceFriday, January 30, 2026The Campbell HouseLexington, Kentucky This page requires a frames-capable browser.

01/09/2026

Only 4 weeks left to register for the 2026 Kentucky Autism Training Center Caregiver Summit!

Join us in Bowling Green on February 20–21, 2026, at the Knicely Conference Center for a KATC Caregiver Summit bringing together families, professionals, and community partners who support individuals with autism. Cost: $25/person and $40/couple. Childcare is NOT provided at this location.

The summit features:
• Resource Roundtable Event (think speed dating for local resources)
• Practical workshops on behavior, communication, & sensory processing,
• Inspiring keynote by Amanda Owen, “The Bridge Between Guilt and Grace.”

Additional 2026 summits will be held in Florence, KY (May 8-9) and Eastern Kentucky (Sept. 11-12).

Register Here:

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