Gem State Developmental Center

03/06/2026

Congratulations to Jacob M. on celebrating his 3rd anniversary with GSDC. His calm demeanor and professional engagement with both staff and participants help us to maintain a calm environment. We are thankful for his amazing contribution.

03/03/2026

Congratulations to Theresa C. on unlocking her 1st anniversary with GSDC. Your limitless enthusiasm and dedication allow our team to prosper, and our participants to grow into productive members of the community. We are happy to have you with us.

02/24/2026

https://www.belongco.org/

Please check out this wonderful organization, one of our amazing supervisors brought to our attention. If you have time, visit them and let us know your experience.

Creating social and employment opportunities for adults with disabilities in Boise, Idaho. Where everyone belongs.

02/24/2026

Congratulations to Tenaya J. on unlocking her 1st anniversary with GSDC. Your work with our participants and the support you provide the staff team is exemplary. Thank you for being a part of the team.

02/18/2026

We are sending out good vibrations your way. For today, it will be a good day!

02/16/2026

Challenger Baseball! Time to sign up!

The Little League Challenger Division® was founded in 1989, and is Little League’s adaptive baseball program for individuals with physical and intellectual challenges.

02/05/2026

Link for Medicaid town hall
https://www.idahoptv.org/shows/idahoinsession/ww02/?fbclid=IwdGRjcAPwzW5jbGNrA_DNaWV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDDM1MDY4NTUzMTcyOAABHkdzSAXqtywDAEDBy0X9UXs-fYXnqf6FPAGgtT_MOYj5-pTVLEYvmrzHPYr2_aem_WWbeqSDdqpWSrRDLDLd9Uw

House and Senate sessions, committee meetings, court hearings, and more live streamed from all three branches of Idaho's government.

02/04/2026

Join us tomorrow for Fred Riggers DisAbility Advocacy Day!
Speak up. Your story is powerful. Please share it with your representatives. 🥰
Medicaid and HCBS Unites Us. Idaho Strong!

01/30/2026

Congratulations to Brittni P. on unlocking her 1st anniversary with GSDC. We appreciate the incredible work she does with our participants and the support she provides the staff team.

01/28/2026

Weekly updates from CID!

UPDATED: January 30th, THESE MEETINGS WILL START AT NOON 12:00 PM MST

YOUR LIVED EXPERIENCE MATTERS, AND YOUR VOICE BELONGS IN THESE CONVERSATIONS!

CID Weekly Legislative Updates

Starting on Friday, January 23, 2026
12:30 - 1:30 PM MST

This weekly Zoom meeting is a space for people with disabilities, family members, and caregivers who
receive Medicaid-funded services to learn about what is happening at the Idaho Legislature, and how it may impact disability and Medicaid services.

Join Us: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82290965630?pwd=UAlKa42xXBoah9b0q88uufNio518hg.1
Meeting ID: 822 9096 5630
Passcode: 919350

01/27/2026

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/17US64P291/

Big feelings are showing up for a lot of caregivers right now — and that makes sense.

Today’s post is about something we don’t talk about enough in advocacy spaces: how we manage our emotions when what we’re fighting for is deeply personal.

Fear, anger, grief, exhaustion, hope… all of it belongs here. None of it makes you weak.

At the same time, how we share our stories matters. This piece is a gentle reminder that emotional regulation is not suppression — it’s a skill that helps protect your energy and makes your voice more effective.

If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, reactive, or stretched thin, this post is meant to help you pause, breathe, and find a steadier way forward — one small, sustainable step at a time.

We’re in this together.

https://faircareidaho.substack.com/p/big-feelings-bigger-purpose

01/19/2026

Each of us honor the legacy of Dr. King by our intentions and actions. Yesterday's dream is today's reality, and tomorrow's best hope.