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Michigan Developmental Disabilities Council

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July 29 is Breaking Barriers Day!

Join us for a day of connection, creativity, and community fun in celebration of the 35th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the progress made to advance community inclusion for people with disabilities!

Whether you’re a person with a disability, family member, long-time advocate, or new to the disability community, Breaking Barriers Day is a true celebration for all. Everyone is welcome to attend and celebrate the progress made to create communities where people with disabilities can live, work, and thrive without barriers.

Learn more and register to attend Breaking Barriers Day on July 29

Stay informed!

MiDDC's Inclusive Community Outreach Newsletter (ICON) is your go-to resource for news, information, and events affecting people with developmental disabilities and their families across Michigan. 

Our community includes everyone, so sign up today and help us make Michigan a more inclusive home for all!

Sign up for MiDDC's Inclusive Community Outreach Newsletter (ICON)

Employment Resources

Information and Resources for people with developmental disabilities, family members and professionals on how to help people with developmental disabilities obtain competitive integrated employment.

Employment Resources
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Empowerment Fund

Financial support for people with developmental disabilities and family members to attend conferences, seminars, and training to build capacity to participate in decisions that impact their lives. 

Empowerment Fund
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Resources for CMHSPs

Information and Resources for professionals working for Community Mental Health Service Programs (CMHSPs), including Peer Mentoring, Community of Practice, and Charting the LifeCourse. 

Resources for CMHSPs

Supported Decision Making

Information and Resources for people with developmental disabilities, family members, and professionals on how to support people with developmental disabilities in making the choices they need and want while keeping their rights.

Supported Decision Making

SAM is a statewide self-advocacy organization that advocates for independence, inclusion, freedom, opportunity, respect, and dignity, while making the public aware of abilities of people developmental disabilities throughout Michigan. 

Learn more about SAM

Upcoming MiDDC Events