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Alabama Council on Developmental Disabilities Press Releases

46 Press Releases
  • Published on April 10, 2026 - 16:01 GMT

    ACDD Advocate Stories: Vivian

    Vivian’s life changed during college after a serious injury that left her using a wheelchair. At the time, she was studying in New Jersey. After the injury, she went back home to Alabama to recover and figure out what she wanted to do next. It wasn’t a …

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  • Published on April 10, 2026 - 16:01 GMT

    ACDD Advocate Stories: Vivian

    Vivian’s life changed during college after a serious injury that left her using a wheelchair. At the time, she was studying in New Jersey. After the injury, she went back home to Alabama to recover and figure out what she wanted to do next. It wasn’t a …

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  • Published on April 7, 2026 - 22:00 GMT

    Alabama Council on Developmental Disabilities Seeks Public Input on 2027–2031 State Plan 

    Montgomery, AL (April 6, 2026) — The Alabama Council on Developmental Disabilities (ACDD) is seeking public input on its draft 2027–2031 Five-Year State Plan.  The plan outlines the Council’s priorities to address the needs of people with intellectual and …

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  • Published on April 7, 2026 - 22:00 GMT

    Alabama Council on Developmental Disabilities Seeks Public Input on 2027–2031 State Plan 

    Montgomery, AL (April 6, 2026) — The Alabama Council on Developmental Disabilities (ACDD) is seeking public input on its draft 2027–2031 Five-Year State Plan.  The plan outlines the Council’s priorities to address the needs of people with intellectual and …

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  • Published on March 30, 2026 - 20:42 GMT

    ACDD Advocate Stories: Charlie

    Based in Birmingham, Alabama, Charlie is a father and community advocate. His journey into advocacy began with his son Andy, who was born with Down syndrome nearly 50 years ago. Like many parents, Charlie and his wife were learning along the way. They …

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  • Published on March 30, 2026 - 20:42 GMT

    ACDD Advocate Stories: Charlie

    Based in Birmingham, Alabama, Charlie is a father and community advocate. His journey into advocacy began with his son Andy, who was born with Down syndrome nearly 50 years ago. Like many parents, Charlie and his wife were learning along the way. They …

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  • Published on March 30, 2026 - 00:00 GMT

    2027-2031 Five-Year State Plan: Public Comments Requested

    Public Comments Requested The Alabama Council on Developmental Disabilities (ACDD) is responsible for developing a state plan, which guides the efforts of the Council. The state plan is developed to address the unmet needs of people with developmental …

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  • Published on March 30, 2026 - 00:00 GMT

    2027-2031 Five-Year State Plan: Public Comments Requested

    Public Comments Requested The Alabama Council on Developmental Disabilities (ACDD) is responsible for developing a state plan, which guides the efforts of the Council. The state plan is developed to address the unmet needs of people with developmental …

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  • Published on March 26, 2026 - 22:41 GMT

    ACDD Advocate Stories: David

    David was born in Tuscaloosa, where music shaped his life from the very beginning. His biological father was a musician who lived in another state but would often visit. During those visits, they made music together, and his father would sometimes bring …

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  • Published on March 26, 2026 - 22:41 GMT

    ACDD Advocate Stories: David

    David was born in Tuscaloosa, where music shaped his life from the very beginning. His biological father was a musician who lived in another state but would often visit. During those visits, they made music together, and his father would sometimes bring …

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  • Published on March 11, 2026 - 17:37 GMT

    ACDD Advocate Stories: Cordairo

    Cordairo grew up in Monroeville, Alabama, in a close-knit community where everyone knew one another. His grandmother and great-grandmother raised him, while his mother worked to support the family. It was a close household, and that support system shaped …

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  • Published on March 11, 2026 - 17:37 GMT

    ACDD Advocate Stories: Cordairo

    Cordairo grew up in Monroeville, Alabama, in a close-knit community where everyone knew one another. His grandmother and great-grandmother raised him, while his mother worked to support the family. It was a close household, and that support system shaped …

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  • Published on May 29, 2025 - 14:32 GMT

    Help ACDD Build Its Next Five-Year State Plan for 2027-2031

    RSA Union Building 100 North Union Street Suite 682 Post Office Box 301410 Montgomery, AL 36130 The Alabama Council on Developmental Disabilities is supported by the Administration for Community Living (ACL), U.S. Department of Health and Human Services ( …

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  • Published on November 8, 2022 - 06:15 GMT

    Partnership in Action

    The Alabama Council on Developmental Disabilities (ACDD) and Alabama Disabilities Advocacy Program (ADAP) recently collaborated to bring awareness around needs and resources for persons with developmental disabilities in Alabama at Tuskegee University’s …

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  • Published on November 7, 2022 - 21:03 GMT

    Partnership in Action

    The Alabama Council on Developmental Disabilities (ACDD) and Alabama Disabilities Advocacy Program (ADAP) recently collaborated to bring awareness around needs and resources for persons with developmental disabilities in Alabama at Tuskegee University’s …

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  • Published on November 1, 2022 - 07:19 GMT

    Project SEARCH Success Stories

    Meet Sallie Everyone who meets Sallie Hall falls in love with her. When she laughs, the whole room lights up. She is truly a pleasure to be around. She has several passions, including cooking, retail therapy, family time, learning and arts and crafts. …

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  • Published on October 31, 2022 - 20:37 GMT

    Project SEARCH Success Stories

    Meet Sallie Everyone who meets Sallie Hall falls in love with her. When she laughs, the whole room lights up. She is truly a pleasure to be around. She has several passions, including cooking, retail therapy, family time, learning and arts and crafts. …

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  • Published on October 4, 2022 - 17:13 GMT

    2022-2023 Council Meeting Dates

    The Alabama Council on Developmental Disabilities hosts board meetings once a quarter. The two-day meetings are vital for sharing information and resources for those with DD, their families and their caregivers. Special committee meetings are held on day …

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  • Published on October 4, 2022 - 14:32 GMT

    Alabama Council on Developmental Disabilities is looking for members

    The Alabama Council on Developmental Disabilities is looking for residents to apply to become a member of the council. ACDD works with state leaders to achieve equality of opportunity for all citizens throughout Alabama. Whether it is education, employment …

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  • Published on October 4, 2022 - 14:32 GMT

    2022-2023 Council Meeting Dates

    The Alabama Council on Developmental Disabilities hosts board meetings once a quarter. The two-day meetings are vital for sharing information and resources for those with DD, their families and their caregivers. Special committee meetings are held on day …

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