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National Association of Councils on Developmental Disabilities

NACDD serves as the national voice of State and Territorial Councils on Developmental Disabilities.

We support Councils in implementing the Developmental Disabilities Assistance and Bill of Rights Act and promoting the interests and rights of people with developmental disabilities and their families.

02/13/2026

Project Impact Highlight: North Dakota

The Bridging Aging and Disabilities Network (BADN) project in North Dakota is helping older people with disabilities live with strong support.

To date, the project has:
- Translated help guides into Spanish, Swahili, and Ukrainian
- Put ads on TV to show Native American groups where to find help
- Made "Roadmaps" to show families exactly how to get services
- Used TV ads to tell people about a phone number they can call for help

Learn more about North Dakota’s work here: https://nacdd.org/state-profiles/north_dakota/

Thanks to the North Dakota partners for years of working together:
North Dakota State Council on Developmental Disabilities
North Dakota Center for Persons with Disabilities (NDCPD)
North Dakota Protection and Advocacy Project
ND Health and Human Services (Aging Services Division)
NDACP North Dakota Association of Community Providers
The Arc of North Dakota
Independence, Inc., a Resource Center for Independent Living
Family Voices North Dakota

Across the country, BADN now connects 17 states to make services for aging and disabilities work better together. Learn more: https://nacdd.org/bridging-and-aging-disability-network/

02/11/2026

Councils in Action: Washington State

The Washington State Developmental Disabilities Council (WADDC) is working towards greater inclusion and independence for all. To do this, they help families find the services they need. They also help people talk to lawmakers about issues that matter to them.

Featured initiatives:
- Informing Families (IF) Program: Helps thousands of families find resources.
- The Advocacy Partnership Project (Virtual Advocacy Days): Where people can talk directly to leaders about their lives.
- I/DD and Behavioral Health Research Project: How to make services and support better for everyone.

Visit our Council Impact page to learn about these WADDC initiatives and other programs from across the country: https://nacdd.org/were-here-all-year-dd-council-impact/

DD Councils: We're Here, All Year — For You!

02/06/2026

Did you know?

A majority of DD council members (60%) are individuals with developmental disabilities or family members. This is required by federal law to ensure the work stays grounded in real needs.

Click play for more interesting Council facts!

Learn more about Council impact across the nation on our website here: https://nacdd.org/were-here-all-year-dd-council-impact/

DD Councils: We’re Here All Year — for you.

02/04/2026

Councils in Action: South Carolina

The South Carolina Developmental Disabilities Council (SCDDC) is helping people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) lead change in their communities through leadership training and youth-focused self-advocacy.

Featured initiatives:
- IMPACT SC: A group that helps people learn to lead and reach personal goals.
- Equip: A program that helps young adults learn to live on their own.
- Helping people meet with leaders to talk about the help they need.

Visit our Council Impact page to learn about these SCDDC initiatives and other programs from across the country: https://nacdd.org/were-here-all-year-dd-council-impact/

DD Councils: We're Here, All Year — For You!

02/02/2026

The Bridging Aging and Disabilities Network (BADN) project in Michigan helping older people with disabilities live on their own with support.

So far, the project has:
- Developed new ways to teach workers at state agencies and Native American groups
- Reviewed all state plans to find where services for disabilities and aging can match up
- Started a program to help people learn how to pick the help they need
- Made a phone app to help families plan for the future

Learn more about Michigan’s work here: https://nacdd.org/state-profiles/michigan/

Thanks to these partners in Michigan:
Michigan Developmental Disabilities Council
Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (Aging, Community Living, and Supports)
Michigan Developmental Disabilities Institute at Wayne State University
Disability Rights Michigan
Michigan Statewide Independent Living Council (MISILC)
Alzheimer's Association Michigan Chapter
AgeWays Nonprofit Senior Services (AAA Region 1-B)
Michigan Elder Justice Initiative

Across the country, BADN now connects 17 states to make services for aging and disabilities work better together. Learn more: https://nacdd.org/bridging-and-aging-disability-network/

01/30/2026

Councils in Action: Nevada

The Nevada Governor's Council On Developmental Disabilities (NGCDD) is sharing the real voices and lived experiences of the I/DD community through powerful storytelling that promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion.

In 2025, NGCDD won four Emmy Awards for their movie called "Our World in Our Words." This film tells real stories from people with disabilities.

Featured Council highlights:

- Winning awards for great filming, editing, and sound
- Sharing true stories that are often left out
- Making sure the voices of people with disabilities are heard

Visit our Council Impact page to learn about NGCDD initiatives and other programs from across the country: https://nacdd.org/were-here-all-year-dd-council-impact/

DD Councils: We're Here, All Year — For You!

01/29/2026

New Resource Alert: Audio Visual Guide to DD Councils Across the U.S.

Did you know that every U.S. state and territory has a Developmental Disabilities Council?

Each DD Council works locally to create systems change for people with developmental disabilities.

NACDD has put together a guide to help you find your local DD Council. Click play to watch, listen, and learn.

Find contact information for your Council in our directory at this link: https://nacdd.org/councils/

DD Councils: We’re Here All Year — for you.

Please share this guide to help reach more people!

01/26/2026

Project Impact Highlight: Connecticut

The Bridging Aging and Disabilities Network (BADN) project in Connecticut helps support older people with disabilities to stay independent.

So far, they have:
- Talked with people in the community to find rules that make it hard to get help
- Held an event called "Connections!" for groups that help older people and people with disabilities
- Shared new tools that help people make their own choices and plans

Learn more about Connecticut’s work here: https://nacdd.org/state-profiles/connecticut/

Thanks to each of these state partners for their continued collaboration:
Connecticut Council on Developmental Disabilities
Connecticut State Department of Developmental Services
Connecticut State Bureau of Aging
The Arc Connecticut
AARP Connecticut
Connecticut State Independent Living Council
Health Equity Solutions

Across the country, BADN now connects 17 states to make services for aging and disabilities work better together. Learn more: https://nacdd.org/bridging-and-aging-disability-network/

01/24/2026

Councils in Action: Alabama

Alabama Council on Developmental Disabilities (ACDD) is helping people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) live healthier, happier, and more supported lives by improving healthcare, mental health support, and school environments.

Featured initiatives:
-Improving Access to Healthcare through Assistive Technology (AT) Education)
- The Arc of Central Alabama’s Psychology Internship Program
- The Sensory Inclusion Certification and Training Partnership

Visit our Council Impact page to learn about these ACDD initiatives and other programs from across the country: https://nacdd.org/were-here-all-year-dd-council-impact/

DD Councils: We're Here, All Year — For You!

01/22/2026

Project Impact Highlight: Texas

The Bridging and Aging Disabilities Network (BADN) project in Texas is helping older people with disabilities stay independent with support.

The team in Texas has:
- Tested a way to help families during emergencies like storms
- Made "Social Stories" to help people feel safe after a bad event
- Put help for disabilities into the state’s plan for citizens that are getting older
- Worked with state emergency teams to make sure workers are trained to help

Learn more about Texas’s work here: https://nacdd.org/state-profiles/texas/

Thanks to the Texas partners for years of working together:
Texas Council for Developmental Disabilities
Texas Health and Human Services Commission (Office of Aging & Disability Services Coordination)
Disability Rights Texas
The Arc of Texas
Texas Division of Emergency Management
Texas Parent to Parent
Texas Governor's Committee on People With Disabilities
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service

Across the country, BADN now connects 17 states to make services for aging and disabilities work better together. Learn more: https://nacdd.org/bridging-and-aging-disability-network/

01/19/2026

Did you know?

A majority of developmental disabilities (DD) council members (60%) are individuals with developmental disabilities or family members. This is required by federal law to make sure the work stays focused on real needs.

Swipe through for more interesting Council facts!

DD Councils: We’re Here All Year — for you.

01/16/2026

Project Impact Highlight: Washington, DC

The Bridging and Aging Disabilities Network (BADN) project in Washington, DC is helping people with disabilities age with independence, dignity, and strong support.

So far, the project has:

- Trained Future Planning Navigators
- Adapted DC-specific future planning tools
- Supported caregivers through trainings and conversations
- Brought aging and disability professionals together through screenings, panels, and networking

Thanks to the DC partners for years of collaboration and impact:

DC Developmental Disabilities Council
DC Department on Disability Services
DC Department of Aging and Community Living
Georgetown University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities
Disability Rights DC at University Legal Services
Project ACTION! (DC’s self-advocacy coalition)
Quality Trust for Individuals with Disabilities
RCM of Washington (disability service provider)

Nationwide, BADN now connects efforts in 17 states to better align aging and disability services.

Learn more about BADN and projects across the country: https://nacdd.org/bridging-and-aging-disability-network/

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