Michigan Developmental Disabilities Council

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Michigan Developmental Disabilities Council https://www.michigan.gov/ddcouncil The Council consists of 21 Michigan residents appointed by the governor.

The DD Council is established by Executive Order 2006-12 and operates under the authority of the Developmental Disabilities and Assistance Bill of Rights Act of 2000 (DD Act). The fundamental goal of the DD Council is to ensure that people with developmental disabilities have the opportunities and support to achieve their full potential and life dreams. It is funded with federal funds and a 25 percent match, mostly at the local level. The federal grant requires that a minimum of 70 percent of those funds be used for advocacy, capacity building, and systemic change activities on behalf of people with developmental disabilities and their families. The Council funds pilot or demonstration project grants in communities around the state to promote systemic change. The program goals include enhancing self-determination, independence and community inclusion of people with developmental disabilities. The Council provides funding and leadership to the statewide Regional Inclusive Community Coalitions (RICCs), which are the local self-advocacy groups composed of people with disabilities, family, friends, providers and allies who promote advocacy, capacity building, and systemic change. This advocacy assists the Council in carrying out its fundamental mandates of the DD Act.

Our final Let's Talk About It webinar of 2026:"Assistive Technology for Community Living," presented by Aimee Sterk of t...
10/20/2026

Our final Let's Talk About It webinar of 2026:

"Assistive Technology for Community Living," presented by Aimee Sterk of the Michigan Assistive Technology Program.

📅Thursday, November 19
🕛 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
📍Virtual webinar (Zoom)

Participants will learn how assistive technology (AT) devices support people with disabilities in living in the community of their choice. This webinar will also explore how to access AT devices through the AT Loan Fund and Lending Library. Individuals will explore AT solutions that support daily living and household tasks.

💬 Let's Talk About It is a webinar series for people with disabilities, families, caregivers, and anyone interested in strengthening family wellbeing.

🔗 Register here: https://go.mi.gov/6f3qw2102

10/20/2026

Michiganders! Remember to mail your absentee ballot by Tuesday, October 20 for it to arrive in time to be counted for the November 3 Election.


MichiganVoting.org

Join us for a six-part series to help people with developmental disabilities understand what healthy relationships look ...
10/19/2026

Join us for a six-part series to help people with developmental disabilities understand what healthy relationships look like.

📅November 2 - December 7, Each Monday
🕛 4:00 PM - 6:30 PM
📍Virtual webinar (Zoom)

Participants will learn how to set personal boundaries at work, how to communicate with coworkers and supervisors, and ways to handle conflict in a calm and respectful way. Participants must attend all six sessions.

💬 Building Healthy Relationships at Work is a webinar series for people with disabilities interested in learning about healthy relationships and personal safety.

🔗 Register here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/RQSP2VR

If you need assistance with registering, contact: [email protected]

10/16/2026

Inclusion is the key to workplace success. See how Michigan Rehabilitation Services can help your business fill job openings with qualified individuals with disabilities at Michigan.gov/MRS.

10/16/2026

Keep these important Nov. 3 General Election dates on your calendar 📅

To check requirements and register to vote, request a mail (absentee) ballot, learn about ways to cast your ballot, and more, go to: mi.gov/vote

10/16/2026

Every eligible voter has the right to a private and independent vote, and for voters with disabilities, accessibility is part of that right.

10/13/2026
Get Ready for Election Day 🗳Want to feel confident before you cast your ballot? Join us this week for a free webinar:📢 L...
10/12/2026

Get Ready for Election Day 🗳

Want to feel confident before you cast your ballot? Join us this week for a free webinar:

📢 Let's Talk About It: Voting Matters: Rights, Access, and Resources presented by David Foster of the Bureau of Elections, and Rachel Prevatt of Disability Rights Michigan.

📅 Thursday, October 15
🕛 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
📍 Virtual webinar (Zoom)

🔗 Register here: https://go.mi.gov/padk13317

This webinar will also explore accessible voting, including how to request an absentee ballot, accommodations for curbside voting, and assistive technologies available at polling locations.

💬 Let's Talk About It is a webinar series for people with disabilities, families, caregivers, and anyone interested in strengthening family wellbeing.

10/12/2026

October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month! Michigan Rehabilitation Services can help your business fill your job openings with qualified individuals with disabilities. Find out how at Michigan.gov/MRS.

Celebrate National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) with a Career Fair highlighting the value and talent pe...
10/07/2026

Celebrate National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) with a Career Fair highlighting the value and talent people with disabilities bring to today’s workforce.

📅 Friday, October 30
🕛 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
📍 Mott Community College - Regional Technology Center (RTC)

RSVP is required for jobseekers. RSVP using the link below:
🔗 https://go.mi.gov/7wkph3557

This event will feature employers, community partners and job seekers coming together to connect, share resources and celebrate inclusion in employment. Hosted in partnership by Michigan Rehabilitation Services (MRS) and Mott Community College Workforce & Economic Development Division.

For questions or more information, email Justin Skibin at [email protected]

Address

235 S Grand Avenue
Lansing, MI
48909

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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+15173353158

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