Utah Developmental Disabilities Council

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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

On Sunday November 23rd the Utah Transit Authority will be having their annual change day. During this change day UTA’s ...
11/20/2025

On Sunday November 23rd the Utah Transit Authority will be having their annual change day. During this change day UTA’s ski bus services will begin for most routes and some buses in Utah County will be doing some re-routing because of a construction on an overpass in Provo. If you are someone or someone you know that rides the bus and the trains click on the link below to see if your route has any changes to it: https://rideuta.com/Rider-Info/Change-Day/Winter-Change-Day

To the more 63 million family caregivers across the U.S.: thank you. Your Compassion and dedication make all the differe...
11/18/2025

To the more 63 million family caregivers across the U.S.: thank you. Your Compassion and dedication make all the difference and this National Family Caregivers Month we're joining to make sure you have what you need. NFCmonth.org

The Division of Services for People with Disabilities (DSPD) is holding Listening Sessions from November 10-20, 2025, an...
11/07/2025

The Division of Services for People with Disabilities (DSPD) is holding Listening Sessions from November 10-20, 2025, and wants to hear from you.

DSPD, supported by the Utah State Office of Rehabilitation and the Utah State Board of Education, is collaborating with Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) to enhance outcomes for individuals with developmental disabilities in Utah. This project targets three key areas:

* Competitive integrated employment
* Community integration services
* Preventing abuse, neglect, sexual violence, and exploitation

A&M will host in-person and virtual listening sessions from 3-5 pm.

* Price, UT – Nov 10
* Ogden, UT – Nov 12
* Draper, UT – Nov 12
* St George, UT – Nov 13

Virtual sessions:
* Nov 18 & 20

If you are interested in participating, please fill out the listening session interest form here. To fill out the form please visit: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeLs16Jbbtg5JmNo9kVs7JU_3aFoiytLoFru5YHoW6hpNlL7g/viewform

This November we celebrate National Family Caregivers Month. They support individuals with developmental and intellectua...
11/06/2025

This November we celebrate National Family Caregivers Month. They support individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities, as well as other loved ones, providing essential daily assistance, emotional support, and crucial advocacy. Family caregivers work hard day in and day out to support their loved ones. This National Family Caregivers Month join our friends at to make sure they're supported too. Plug in to care at NFCmonth.org

Important Announcement about Congress Constituent ServicesWhen the government shuts down, it can be hard to get help fro...
10/30/2025

Important Announcement about Congress Constituent Services

When the government shuts down, it can be hard to get help from federal agencies like Social Security, Medicare, and Veterans Affairs. State and local programs that get money from the federal government, like food assistance (SNAP) and programs for seniors and people with disabilities, might also be affected. If you're having trouble reaching federal staff or getting the services you need, your federal elected officials can help. Members of Congress are supposed to help their constituents with issues involving federal agencies, and they can start a case for you.

U.S. Senators
Senator Mike Lee
Website Assistance with Federal Agencies https://www.lee.senate.gov/assistance-with-federal-agencies-online-request
Phone (Washington, D.C. Office): (202) 224-5444
Phone (Salt Lake City Office): (801) 524-5933
Phone (St. George Office): (435) 628-5514
Phone (Vernal Office): (435) 503-9335

Senator John Curtis
Website Federal Agency Assistance
https://www.curtis.senate.gov/services/casework/
Phone (Washington, D.C. Office): (202) 224-5251
Phone (Salt Lake City Office): (801) 524-4380
Phone (Provo Office): (801) 841-2665

U.S. Representatives
Representative Blake Moore (District 1)
Website Help with a Federal Agency: https://blakemoore.house.gov/services/help-federal-agency
Phone (District Office in Ogden): (801) 625-0107
Phone (Washington, D.C. Office): (202) 225-0453

Representative Celeste Maloy (District 2)
Website: Help with a Federal Agency https://maloy.house.gov/services/help-federal-agency.htm
Phone (Bountiful District Office): (801) 364-5550
Phone (St. George District Office): (435) 703-7720
Phone (Washington, D.C. Office): (202) 225-9730

Representative Mike Kennedy (District 3)
Website: Help With a Federal Agency
https://mikekennedy.house.gov/services/help-federal-agency
Phone (Provo Office): (801) 607-3238
Phone (Washington, D.C. Office): (202) 225-7751

Representative Burgess Owens (District 4)
Website: Help With a Federal Agency and Casework https://owens.house.gov/agencies
Phone (West Jordan Office): (801) 999-9801
Phone (Washington, D.C. Office): (202) 225-3011

Thanks for celebrating National Disabilities Employment Awareness Month with us. Employment for people with disabilities...
10/27/2025

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 this month to hire and retain employees with disabilities all year long!

Spread the word about National Disability Employment Awareness Month! We encourage businesses and business membership or...
10/24/2025

Spread the word about National Disability Employment Awareness Month! We encourage businesses and business membership organizations to share the NDEAM explainer video through their social media platforms and other communication channels. This video provides an overview of NDEAM, the spirit behind this year’s theme, and resources to help organizations take part.

To access the video please visit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hqjnP_nzl2U

During National Disability Employment Awareness Month, employers can proactively advertise job openings to candidates wi...
10/22/2025

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.

To access Utah’s Vocational Rehabilitation Offices you can visit them at https://jobs.utah.gov/usor/vr/index.html

If you are exploring workplace accommodations to support employees with disabilities, start with the Job Accommodation N...
10/20/2025

If you are exploring workplace accommodations to support employees with disabilities, start with the Job Accommodation Network’s free Situations and Solutions Finder for access to more than 700 successful accommodation scenarios shared by users.

You can also check out local resources for Utah employers and job seekers by visiting our Ready and Able page at https://uddc.utah.gov/ready-and-able/

The Job Accommodation Network (JAN) is an ODEP-funded technical assistance center that provides employers, service provi...
10/15/2025

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).

Employment is an important part of community inclusion for people with disabilities. Competitive, integrated employment ...
10/10/2025

Employment is an important part of community inclusion for people with disabilities. Competitive, integrated employment (CIE) – working in the community, alongside people with and without disabilities, at competitive wages – offers a direct pathway to greater independence and self-sufficiency for people with disabilities. Employers can also benefit by having a larger and more diverse talent pool when hiring. This year’s theme for National Disability Employment Awareness Month is celebrating value and talent.

Throughout this month the Utah Developmental Disabilities Council will be posting about National Disability Employment Awareness Month.

To kick off NDEAM we invite you to check out our Ready and Able page to learn more about tools for job seekers and employers. If you would like to visit this page please visit: https://uddc.utah.gov/ready-and-able/

Are you an adult self-advocate that is looking for a fun, exciting activity? Look no further because we have the answer ...
10/08/2025

Are you an adult self-advocate that is looking for a fun, exciting activity? Look no further because we have the answer just for you. The Utah Developmental Disabilities Council and the Utah Parent Center are excited to announce that they have opened the next round of adaptive boxing for Fall 2025. Classes begin on Monday, October 20, 2025, and will run for six weeks. Sessions will be held on Mondays and Wednesdays from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM at in Millcreek. Come and learn the basics of boxing, get your body moving, and be prepared to sweat while having a lot of fun! This is a non-contact class as they will only be hitting bags and mitts.

To register for the class please scan the QR code on the flyer. If you have any questions about the class you can reach out to Julie. You can reach her by email at jahanna@utah.gov or you can call her at 385-408-6689.

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5296 South Commerce Drive Suite 305
Murray, UT
84107

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

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