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The mission of the Utah Developmental Disabilities Council is to be the state’s leading source of critical innovative, progressive knowledge, advocacy, leadership and collaboration to enhance the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities. Listen to our podcast, Develop Abilities, here: https://anchor.fm/utah-developmental-disabilities-council

11/02/2026

On Saturday November 14th The Utah Developmental Disabilities Council and the Utah Parent Center's Tetons program will be doing a free community craft day for self-advocates and their family and friends of all ages. The community craft day will run from 11am-1pm and will be held at the Utah Parent Center offices. Space is limited so be sure to reserve your spot. To register for the community craft day you can scan the QR code located in the flier or you can visit https://bit.ly/TETONSCraft1126

10/29/2026

Thanks for celebrating National Disabilities Employment Awareness Month with us. Employment for people with disabilities still continues to this day. Just remember people with disabilities have talents and skills that will help them through their employment journey and offer skills to help them succeed in their workplace. Use the tools that we have shared with you to hire and retain employees with disabilities all year long.

10/28/2026

On Wednesday November 4th the Utah Museum of Fine Arts and the Natural History Museum of Utah will be hosting sensory friendly evenings The events will run from 10am-8pm at the Utah Museum of Fine Arts and 3:30pm-8pm at the Natural History Museum of Utah and admission is free for both events and they do not require advance registration but guests will need to check in at the front desk upon arrival to receive a ticket. ASL interpretation is available upon request but you will need to email [email protected] at least 72 hours in advance to request an interpreter. If you would like more information about the events you can scan the QR code or you can visit https://nhmu.utah.edu/events/sensory-friendly-evening

10/26/2026

Job Accommodation Network

The Job Accommodation Network (JAN) is an ODEP-funded technical assistance center that provides employers, service providers, and individuals with free, confidential, and expert one-on-one guidance on workplace accommodations and disability employment issues. Contact JAN anytime online at AskJAN.org or by phone at 800-526-7234 or 877-781-9403 (TTY).

10/22/2026

The Utah Department of Transportation, Utah Transit Authority and Utah Rural Specialized Transit Association are working together on Utah's first statewide transit and human services transportation study. Your feedback on this survey will help them better understand transportation needs, improve access and guide future investments across Utah. To take the survey please visit: https://tinyurl.com/utahtransitsurvey or you can scan the QR code in the flyer.

10/20/2026

SAVE THE DATE!!!

On Monday January 25, 2027 The Utah Developmental Disabilities Council, Disability Law Center, Utah Parent Center, Utah State University Institute for Disability Research Policy and Practice and the Utah Statewide Independent Living Council will be hosting Disability Advocacy Day. Disability Advocacy Day will run from 12:30pm till 6pm at the Utah State Capitol. This event is for self-advocates, family members, allies and disability professionals. Listed on the flyer are the times and events that will happen during disability advocacy day. More information and when to register for the LCPD reception will be released soon so keep watch on our facebook and instagram pages.

10/19/2026

The Autism Council of Utah and the Adult Autism Center in Murray Utah will be hosting an Autism Friendly Trunk or Treat on Thursday October 29th at the Adult Autism Center. The event will run from 6pm-7pm and it's free. They are looking for self-advocates to come to this event. For more information about the event you can check out the flier that is in the post.

10/13/2026

The Utah Developmental Disabilities Council is excited to introduce our Facebook community to UDDC Members throughout 2026. Each Month we will be introducing to you a Council member in our “Meet a Member” series. You will learn what they like to do for fun, how they got involved in advocacy, and so much more. Meet Sharon.

As a Supported Employment Program Administrator and Statewide Individual Placement and Support (IPS) Trainer with the Utah Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Substance Use and Mental Health, Sharon has more than 25 years of experience serving marginalized communities. She is passionate about expanding access to competitive, integrated employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities, mental health conditions, and co-occurring substance use disorders.

Sharon holds a master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling and is a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor and Certified Crisis Counselor. She actively contributes to more than 20 federal, state and local boards, councils, and committees. She is a certified trainer for the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) through the ADA Leadership Network and Rocky Mountain ADA Center. Sharon is also a certified trainer in Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR) su***de prevention, and Mental Health First Aid to promote workplace and community wellness.
Beyond her professional commitment to disability and behavioral health, Sharon is a dedicated long-term caregiver for her mother with disabilities. She enjoys practicing yoga in the park, exploring local bookstores, tending to her outdoor fishpond, and attending heavy metal and punk music concerts.

10/13/2026

On Tuesday November 3rd and Wednesday November 4th the Utah State Office of Rehabilitation will be hosting their Utah Assistive Technology Teams Conference. The conference will run from 8am-3:45pm on Tuesday November 3rd and 8am-11:30am on Wednesday November 4th.

This conference will have a hybrid option for people to attend this conference. Participants will have the option to attend the conference in person at the Gail Miller Conference Center in Sandy Utah or attend virtual. This conference is for families, self-advocates, students and professionals and it's free to attend but please register ahead of time to reserve your seat at the conference. If you would like to register for this conference or would like to look at what sessions are being offered at the conference please visit: https://2026utahassistivetechnology.sched.com

10/08/2026

During National Disability Employment Awareness Month, employers can proactively advertise job openings to candidates with disabilities. Strategies include outreach through American Job Centers, state vocational rehabilitation agencies, employment networks under the Ticket to Work program, independent living centers, and U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs regional offices. Disability student services offices at educational institutions, nonprofits, and social service agencies may also be of assistance.

Here in Utah we have Vocational Rehabilitation that can help you. To access Utah’s Vocational Rehabilitation Offices you can visit them on their website at https://jobs.utah.gov/usor/vr/index.html

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1385 S. State Street
Salt Lake City, UT
84114

Opening Hours

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

Website

http://www.utahddcouncil.org/

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