Illinois Council on Developmental Disabilities
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Welcome

  

The Illinois Council on Developmental Disabilities (ICDD) is dedicated to leading change in Illinois so that all people with developmental disabilities are able to exercise their rights to freedom and equal opportunity. The Council's work is carried out across the state through a network of advocates that educates the public on systems issues while encouraging change. ICDD continues to listen to the needs of individuals with developmental disabilities and their families by investing in new programs to improve the delivery of services and supports they deserve.

The Council focuses on a wide range of programs to help improve the opportunities people with developmental disabilities in our state are afforded, including education, employment, transportation, community living, and health care. Just as importantly, ICDD works to build the capabilities of individuals, families and communities, enabling each to become more self-sufficient through the Developmental Disabilities Assistance and Bill of Rights Act (the DD Act).

ICDD programs are developed in direct response to the concerns and ideas voiced by consumers, families, service providers, policy-makers and other professionals. By listening to these collective voices, the Council is taking the critical steps toward a dialogue for change in how Illinois regards and addresses its citizens with developmental disabilities.

Sheila T. Romano, Ed.D.
Executive Director

 
 

Spotlight

  

Lifemyway.org

LIfeMyWay is focused on advocacy, community and life in Illinois. I invite you to take a look at this new and innovative site. The major call to action is for people to share their story and you can help too. Please take a minute or two and tell your story at lifemyway.org.

ICDD's Blueprint for System Redesign in Illinois

We need your help to let our leaders in Springfield know that we demand change.

For more information about the Blueprint, click here.

Consumer Involvement Fund

ICDD provides grant funding for the Consumer Involvement Fund to the Arc of Illinois. For more information, click here.
 

What's New

  

U.S. Department of Labor Announces Funding Opportunity for Workforce Innovation Fund Grants

Applications  under this RFP are due March 22, 2012.

Grants funded under the Workforce Innovation Fund will achieve the following within the workforce system: 1) better results for jobseekers and employers – such as reduced duration of unemployment, increased educational gains that lead to work readiness, academic and industry-recognized credential attainment, increased earnings, increased competitiveness of employers, etc.; 2) greater efficiency in the delivery of quality services – such as, more customers (job seekers or employers) served, decreased program attrition/customer throughput, faster job placement, or achieving outcomes for lower cost or reduction in program overlap and administrative costs; and 3) stronger cooperation across programs and funding streams – such as integrated data management information systems, braided funding, or changes that create a more seamless service delivery experience for participants who need help from multiple programs.

Applicants are to be primarily State Workforce Agencies (Title 1 of WIA) and Local Workforce Investment Boards (see pages 9 & 10 of the RFP).  Partnerships with a range of entities to achieve the above outcomes is encouraged. Click here for more information.

 

Illinois Emergency Management Agency Offers Emergency Preparedness Tips for People with Functional and Access Needs. Click here for a copy of the press release with additional information.

 

ICDD Announces The Social Challenge

This new campaign aims to bring awareness to the use of the word retard in our everyday lives and in social media, specifically Twitter. The Social Challenge site features a real-time stream of tweets containing the R-word and allows visitors to engage these Tweeters, charging them to alter their words and open this minds. The site is also a forum for people to share their personal stories and connect with one another. It also features videos calling attention to the use of the word and personal interviews with advocates.

To learn more about The Social Challenge, click here.

 

 

 
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