Empowering People With Developmental Disabilities To Live With Greater Independence
The mission of the Colorado Developmental Disabilities Council is to advocate for systems change by promoting meaningful person-centered participation, self-determination and inclusion for all individuals with developmental disabilities.
Upcoming Events
Education
Council funding may be used to develop and/or distribute publications, workshops or other educational opportunities related to the five year state plan. These resources serve persons with a developmental disability, their family members and support teams, professionals and community members.
Grants
The Council’s Planning and Grants Committee leads the distribution of funding each year from a budget of approximately $400,000 related to the five year state plan. The Council may grant funds to public entities, non-profit organizations or for-profit businesses.
Advocacy
The Council’s Legislative and Public Policy Committee leads the development of policy priorities related to the five year state plan. The Council does not lobby, but uses education, advocacy, coalition building, stakeholder engagement and other strategies to affect systems change.
Recent News
June Partner Trainings/Events/Opportunities
June is known for Autistic Pride Day on June 18th and Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month and the Council is
We did it!
Written by Kristina Ericson, MSW, Director of Policy and Partnerships The Colorado State Legislature has officially wrapped up the Second
45-Day Public Comment
Public Comment Available May 8 – June 22, 2026 On Friday, May 8th, we opened a 45-day public comment period
Upcoming Partner Trainings/Events/Opportunities
Below we are highlighting upcoming events, community surveys where you can share you thoughts and input, and opportunities to speak
Spring Newsletter – March 20, 2026
Being Awake to this Moment – Message from our Executive Director Dear Community, In the spring, we often talk about
Research Study – Housing for Individuals with High Support Needs
Written By: Susan Carter, Director of Program Operations In early March, Colorado Developmental Disabilities Council awarded a grant to Neuro-Inclusive