Florida Developmental Disabilities Council (FDDC)
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We affect policy and services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Representative Allison Tant receives the Legislative Champion Award from the FDDC. Pictured in the photo are Representative Allison Tant and FDDCs Public Policy Chair, Sarah Goldman, Valerie Breen, Executive Director, and Legislative Advisor, Jim DeBeaugrine.
November 17, 2025 at 9:53 PM
Representative Allison Tant receives the Legislative Champion Award from the FDDC. Pictured in the photo are Representative Allison Tant and FDDCs Public Policy Chair, Sarah Goldman, Valerie Breen, Executive Director, and Legislative Advisor, Jim DeBeaugrine.
Caregivers carry so much—emotionally, mentally, and physically. This month, we’re continuing to share resources that help lighten that load.
Explore the Mental Health America resource center: https://mhanational.org/caregiving/
Explore the Mental Health America resource center: https://mhanational.org/caregiving/
November 17, 2025 at 6:23 PM
Caregivers carry so much—emotionally, mentally, and physically. This month, we’re continuing to share resources that help lighten that load.
Explore the Mental Health America resource center: https://mhanational.org/caregiving/
Explore the Mental Health America resource center: https://mhanational.org/caregiving/
The purpose of the aging caregivers’ initiative, Aging Generations’ Expectations in Developmental Disability (AGEDD), is to address the lack of appropriate supports [...]
November 6, 2025 at 6:22 PM
The purpose of the aging caregivers’ initiative, Aging Generations’ Expectations in Developmental Disability (AGEDD), is to address the lack of appropriate supports [...]
AMPLIFY! is the new name of the monthly self-advocacy Zoom call hosted by the FL SAND Fellows on the first Monday of each month.
Visit the link for call-in information: https://www.flsand.org/monthlycall
Visit the link for call-in information: https://www.flsand.org/monthlycall
November 6, 2025 at 3:31 PM
AMPLIFY! is the new name of the monthly self-advocacy Zoom call hosted by the FL SAND Fellows on the first Monday of each month.
Visit the link for call-in information: https://www.flsand.org/monthlycall
Visit the link for call-in information: https://www.flsand.org/monthlycall
Have you shared your feedback yet? The Florida Developmental Disabilities Council is inviting public comment on its next Five-Year State Plan (2026–2031).
Public comments are open October 15–November 30, 2025.
Read the full plan: https://www.fddc.org/notice-for-public-comment-5-year-state-plan/
Public comments are open October 15–November 30, 2025.
Read the full plan: https://www.fddc.org/notice-for-public-comment-5-year-state-plan/
October 30, 2025 at 3:08 PM
Have you shared your feedback yet? The Florida Developmental Disabilities Council is inviting public comment on its next Five-Year State Plan (2026–2031).
Public comments are open October 15–November 30, 2025.
Read the full plan: https://www.fddc.org/notice-for-public-comment-5-year-state-plan/
Public comments are open October 15–November 30, 2025.
Read the full plan: https://www.fddc.org/notice-for-public-comment-5-year-state-plan/
The Florida Developmental Disabilities Council is inviting public comment on its next Five-Year State Plan.
Public comments are open October 15–November 30, 2025, with a virtual comment session on December 2.
Read the full plan: https://www.fddc.org/notice-for-public-comment-5-year-state-plan/
Public comments are open October 15–November 30, 2025, with a virtual comment session on December 2.
Read the full plan: https://www.fddc.org/notice-for-public-comment-5-year-state-plan/
October 24, 2025 at 7:52 PM
The Florida Developmental Disabilities Council is inviting public comment on its next Five-Year State Plan.
Public comments are open October 15–November 30, 2025, with a virtual comment session on December 2.
Read the full plan: https://www.fddc.org/notice-for-public-comment-5-year-state-plan/
Public comments are open October 15–November 30, 2025, with a virtual comment session on December 2.
Read the full plan: https://www.fddc.org/notice-for-public-comment-5-year-state-plan/
Invisible Disabilities Week, an annual event occurring every October serves as a dedicated time to celebrate, raise awareness, and champion support for those with invisible disabilities. [...]
October 21, 2025 at 1:45 PM
Invisible Disabilities Week, an annual event occurring every October serves as a dedicated time to celebrate, raise awareness, and champion support for those with invisible disabilities. [...]
El Consejo para Personas con Discapacidades de Desarrollo del Estado de Florida, (The Florida Developmental Disabilities Council, Inc. – FDDC) [...]
October 15, 2025 at 1:21 PM
El Consejo para Personas con Discapacidades de Desarrollo del Estado de Florida, (The Florida Developmental Disabilities Council, Inc. – FDDC) [...]
The Florida Developmental Disabilities Council is inviting public comment on its next Five-Year State Plan.
Public comments are open October 15–November 30, 2025, with a virtual comment session on December 2.
Read the full plan: https://www.fddc.org/notice-for-public-comment-5-year-state-plan/
Public comments are open October 15–November 30, 2025, with a virtual comment session on December 2.
Read the full plan: https://www.fddc.org/notice-for-public-comment-5-year-state-plan/
October 15, 2025 at 12:02 PM
The Florida Developmental Disabilities Council is inviting public comment on its next Five-Year State Plan.
Public comments are open October 15–November 30, 2025, with a virtual comment session on December 2.
Read the full plan: https://www.fddc.org/notice-for-public-comment-5-year-state-plan/
Public comments are open October 15–November 30, 2025, with a virtual comment session on December 2.
Read the full plan: https://www.fddc.org/notice-for-public-comment-5-year-state-plan/
Representative Chase Tremont was honored with the 2025 Outstanding Legislator Award from the Florida Developmental Disabilities Council, Inc. (FDDC).
📸 Pictured: FDDC Executive Director Valerie Breen presenting the award.
📸 Pictured: FDDC Executive Director Valerie Breen presenting the award.
October 14, 2025 at 7:27 PM
Representative Chase Tremont was honored with the 2025 Outstanding Legislator Award from the Florida Developmental Disabilities Council, Inc. (FDDC).
📸 Pictured: FDDC Executive Director Valerie Breen presenting the award.
📸 Pictured: FDDC Executive Director Valerie Breen presenting the award.
The Arc of Florida's October Lunch-n-Learn will touch on how using Pooled Special Needs Trusts can maximize benefits such as Medicaid and Supplemental Security Income. [...]
October 8, 2025 at 2:31 PM
The Arc of Florida's October Lunch-n-Learn will touch on how using Pooled Special Needs Trusts can maximize benefits such as Medicaid and Supplemental Security Income. [...]
This October marks the 80th anniversary of National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) — a time to recognize the invaluable contributions of people with disabilities in the American workforce.[...]
October 7, 2025 at 2:03 PM
This October marks the 80th anniversary of National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) — a time to recognize the invaluable contributions of people with disabilities in the American workforce.[...]
Join us in celebrating Down Syndrome Awareness Month! 💙[...]
October 2, 2025 at 7:40 PM
Join us in celebrating Down Syndrome Awareness Month! 💙[...]
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Leon County! 🎉
Explore the full lineup of events here: https://www.LeonCountyFL.gov/HispanicHeritageMonth.
Explore the full lineup of events here: https://www.LeonCountyFL.gov/HispanicHeritageMonth.
September 30, 2025 at 9:01 PM
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Leon County! 🎉
Explore the full lineup of events here: https://www.LeonCountyFL.gov/HispanicHeritageMonth.
Explore the full lineup of events here: https://www.LeonCountyFL.gov/HispanicHeritageMonth.
The Florida Developmental Disabilities Council (FDDC) published a video series to walk you through its “Working with Case Managers” guide—a helpful tool designed to help you assess your current case management services and advocate for your needs.[...]
September 30, 2025 at 5:21 PM
The Florida Developmental Disabilities Council (FDDC) published a video series to walk you through its “Working with Case Managers” guide—a helpful tool designed to help you assess your current case management services and advocate for your needs.[...]
Would you like to better understand what to expect from your Case Manager/Support Coordinator? Or do you want to know how to give feedback about your Case Manager/Support Coordinator's performance? [...]
September 30, 2025 at 2:17 PM
Would you like to better understand what to expect from your Case Manager/Support Coordinator? Or do you want to know how to give feedback about your Case Manager/Support Coordinator's performance? [...]
The "Our Care Matters" series has now reached 641,000 video plays, and we couldn’t be more grateful. Your views, shares, and comments are helping ensure these stories[...]
September 29, 2025 at 9:02 PM
The "Our Care Matters" series has now reached 641,000 video plays, and we couldn’t be more grateful. Your views, shares, and comments are helping ensure these stories[...]
Have you listened to the Florida Developmental Disabilities Council's (FDDC) podcast, “Our Work Matters"?
Episodes are available on the FDDC podcast webpage at https://www.fddc.org/our-work-matters.
Episodes are available on the FDDC podcast webpage at https://www.fddc.org/our-work-matters.
September 29, 2025 at 8:16 PM
Have you listened to the Florida Developmental Disabilities Council's (FDDC) podcast, “Our Work Matters"?
Episodes are available on the FDDC podcast webpage at https://www.fddc.org/our-work-matters.
Episodes are available on the FDDC podcast webpage at https://www.fddc.org/our-work-matters.
FDDC Connections brings monthly updates from the Florida Developmental Disabilities Council straight to your inbox, including resources for individuals with I/DD, family caregivers, self-advocates, and anyone who wants to learn more or get involved.
📬 Sign up here: https://www.fddc.org/
📬 Sign up here: https://www.fddc.org/
September 29, 2025 at 7:42 PM
FDDC Connections brings monthly updates from the Florida Developmental Disabilities Council straight to your inbox, including resources for individuals with I/DD, family caregivers, self-advocates, and anyone who wants to learn more or get involved.
📬 Sign up here: https://www.fddc.org/
📬 Sign up here: https://www.fddc.org/
September is National Preparedness Month, and Leon County emphasizes the need for residents to be prepared for disasters and emergencies that can strike at any time.
Visit https://www.LeonReady.com, a hub of disaster resilience resources.
Visit https://www.LeonReady.com, a hub of disaster resilience resources.
September 25, 2025 at 6:31 PM
September is National Preparedness Month, and Leon County emphasizes the need for residents to be prepared for disasters and emergencies that can strike at any time.
Visit https://www.LeonReady.com, a hub of disaster resilience resources.
Visit https://www.LeonReady.com, a hub of disaster resilience resources.
Introducing the Partners in Policymaking Class of 2025–2026!
We look forward to the important work ahead as this group begins their journey in advocacy and leadership.
#disabilityawareness #developmentaldisabilities #intellectualdisabilities #floridadevelopmentaldisabilitiescouncil #fddc
We look forward to the important work ahead as this group begins their journey in advocacy and leadership.
#disabilityawareness #developmentaldisabilities #intellectualdisabilities #floridadevelopmentaldisabilitiescouncil #fddc
September 25, 2025 at 4:17 PM
Introducing the Partners in Policymaking Class of 2025–2026!
We look forward to the important work ahead as this group begins their journey in advocacy and leadership.
#disabilityawareness #developmentaldisabilities #intellectualdisabilities #floridadevelopmentaldisabilitiescouncil #fddc
We look forward to the important work ahead as this group begins their journey in advocacy and leadership.
#disabilityawareness #developmentaldisabilities #intellectualdisabilities #floridadevelopmentaldisabilitiescouncil #fddc
We’re grateful to have so many dedicated voices in the room for this month's Council meeting.
The day was filled with thoughtful discussions, collaboration, and shared commitment to making a difference.
#disabilityawareness #floridadevelopmentaldisabilitiescouncil #fddc
The day was filled with thoughtful discussions, collaboration, and shared commitment to making a difference.
#disabilityawareness #floridadevelopmentaldisabilitiescouncil #fddc
September 22, 2025 at 4:28 PM
We’re grateful to have so many dedicated voices in the room for this month's Council meeting.
The day was filled with thoughtful discussions, collaboration, and shared commitment to making a difference.
#disabilityawareness #floridadevelopmentaldisabilitiescouncil #fddc
The day was filled with thoughtful discussions, collaboration, and shared commitment to making a difference.
#disabilityawareness #floridadevelopmentaldisabilitiescouncil #fddc
Day 1 of the FDDC Council Meeting continues with Consultant Jim DeBeaugrine and Council Policy Committee Chair Sarah Goldman. 👏
#disabilityawareness #floridadevelopmentaldisabilitiescouncil #fddc
#disabilityawareness #floridadevelopmentaldisabilitiescouncil #fddc
September 18, 2025 at 2:34 PM
Day 1 of the FDDC Council Meeting continues with Consultant Jim DeBeaugrine and Council Policy Committee Chair Sarah Goldman. 👏
#disabilityawareness #floridadevelopmentaldisabilitiescouncil #fddc
#disabilityawareness #floridadevelopmentaldisabilitiescouncil #fddc
September 15 to October 15 is National Hispanic Heritage Month, and we honor the generations of Hispanic Americans whose contributions have shaped and enriched our nation.
Join us in recognizing their lasting impact on our communities, culture, and society.
Join us in recognizing their lasting impact on our communities, culture, and society.
September 17, 2025 at 6:50 PM
September 15 to October 15 is National Hispanic Heritage Month, and we honor the generations of Hispanic Americans whose contributions have shaped and enriched our nation.
Join us in recognizing their lasting impact on our communities, culture, and society.
Join us in recognizing their lasting impact on our communities, culture, and society.
Leon County Government celebrates the achievements and contributions of Hispanic Americans during Hispanic Heritage Month with exhibits, performances, author talks, and digital resources from the LeRoy Collins Leon County Public Library System. [...]
September 15, 2025 at 1:54 PM
Leon County Government celebrates the achievements and contributions of Hispanic Americans during Hispanic Heritage Month with exhibits, performances, author talks, and digital resources from the LeRoy Collins Leon County Public Library System. [...]