Commonwealth Council on Developmental Disabilities

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Commonwealth Council on Developmental Disabilities CCDD is a governor appointed council that consists of people with disabilities & family members.

CCDD is a dynamic mix of people with unique backgrounds & experiences. Members include 16 governor-appointed individuals with developmental disabilities and family members of individuals with DD, as well as representatives from major state agencies that serve people with DD.

11/04/2026

We made big differences last year by advocating together! Let's keep the momentum going. The Council has voted on their policy priorities for 2027. You can find them here:https://ccdd.ky.gov/Documents/2027%20Legislative%20Priorities.pdf

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This is amazing! We can't wait to visit!
11/04/2026

This is amazing! We can't wait to visit!

Please attend if you can. This will be a great event!
11/04/2026

Please attend if you can. This will be a great event!

Please accept this invitation to join a collaborative day of conversation with change-makers and community members. This is your chance to get involved in making Kentucky a more intentionally inclusive State for all.

Whether you are a person with lived experience, a service provider, teacher, community organizer, program administrator, counselor, neighbor, parent, friend, or just someone more interested in building collective sustainability in your community, this is the day for you!

PERKS of the day:

➡️Network & socialize with friends & colleagues, old & new

➡️ Contribute to small & large group discussions throughout the day

➡️Enjoy complimentary continental breakfast, lunch & snacks

➡️Gain in-person, direct access to field professionals from KY and beyond

And did we mention…

👏Our keynote will feature Andrew Oliver, of Do For One, who has built a network of freely-given relationships in NYC inspired by concepts of .

👏AND, there is NO cost to attend thanks to the generosity and grant funding by the Commonwealth Council on Developmental Disabilities

So WHY spend a whole day with us? So many reasons…

⬆️Gain a deeper understanding of these concepts and how they relate to real issues people with disabilities and their families face.

⬆️Learn how mindset shifts, new ideas 💡 and innovative practices help to breakdown everyday barriers to housing, employment, access, opportunities and friendship.

⬆️Build a network of people who share the same belief that belonging, inclusion & co-creation is fundamental to real change.

⬆️ Contribute your ideas 💡 as we collaborate together & visualize a brighter, more supportive future for you, your loved ones & our KY communities.

⬆️Leave with actionable items and next steps.

If you are looking for a refreshing start, need a mid-November 🍁🍂 getaway, or just a new way to look at old problems, this is for you!

🗓️Wednesday, November 11, at Posh Event Center, 401 Outlet Center Drive, Georgetown, KY

⏰9am - 5pm EST

📲💻Register for either event by scanning the QR code below, or accessing this link here:
https://forms.gle/aH7E6JUH6n2SFA1P7

⁉️DM us for questions, or comment below. We look forward to seeing you there!

Alliance of Change
Inclusion Seekers

11/03/2026
11/03/2026

We are preparing for our next issue of Exceptional Family. If you have any story ideas that you would like to be considered, please email [email protected]. 

11/03/2026

Join the KY SILC Youth Advisory Council!

Are you a young person with a disability, ages 14–24, living in Kentucky? Interested in meeting other young people, learning about disability rights, and making your voice heard?

The Kentucky Statewide Independent Living Council (KY SILC) Youth Advisory Council (YAC) is welcoming new members!

YAC brings together youth and young adults with disabilities from across Kentucky to:

• Learn about disability rights, independent living, and self-advocacy
• Connect with other young people with disabilities
• Share ideas and speak up about issues that matter to them
• Help plan events and activities, including our Youth Advocacy Summit!

YAC meetings are held virtually on Zoom, so you can participate from anywhere in Kentucky! We usually meet on the second and fourth Thursday of the month from 6:00-7:30 p.m. Eastern Time.

Interested in joining? Fill out our short application! After you apply, we'll reach out to schedule a brief virtual meeting to get to know you, answer your questions, and help you get started.

Apply here: https://forms.gle/AdvihLpkHFg8ExFH7

Have questions or want to learn more before applying? Feel free to reach out to [email protected]. We'd love to have you join us!

The KY SILC Youth Advisory Council is a funded initiative through the Commonwealth Council on Developmental Disabilities

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10/28/2026

Kentucky School for the Blind senior Ben Adams, left, helps cut the ribbon for the school’s new greenhouse. Photo by Fiona Morgan, Kentucky Department of Education, Oct. 7, 2026 Kentucky School for the Blind greenhouse expands hands-on learning and career exploration (LOUISVILLE, KY) – Students ...

10/28/2026

Please watch this for National Disability Employment Awareness Month!

10/28/2026

The October MOAB meeting has been canceled.
MOAB will meet on Thursday, Nov. 19 th at 1:00 pm in Frankfort.
This will be a joint meeting with the Waiver Wait List Subcommittee.
The last MOAB meeting in 2026 will be on Wednesday, Dec. 16 th .
The meeting will be at 1:00 pm in Frankfort.

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1024 Capital Center Drive
Frankfort, KY
40601

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

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