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-- Jump to navigation Menu Vermont Official State Website -- State of Vermont Developmental Disabilities Council Search form Search Get Involved Get Involved Become a Member Apply for a Grant Be Alerted to Current Events Follow VTDDC on Social Media Learn About Learn About What Drives VTDDC Hiring Vermonters with Disabilities Current Council Projects People-first Language Inclusive Health Care Partner Organizations Partner Organizations AIDD NACDD Projects that reach Vermonters all over the state See what VTDDC and grantees are doing to make a difference, and check back often for new oppertunities. Get ready for the Vermont Leadership Series Applications may not yet be available for this upcoming training, but that won't keep you from reading about it! Vermonters represent their community Self-advocates, family members, and agency represenatives work together to encourage systems change. Home Page The Mission of the Vermont Developmental Disabilities Council is to help build connections and supports that bring people with developmental disabilities and their families into the heart of Vermont communities. We believe that ... With opportunities, people grow and share their dreams and talents. Communities are stronger when all people have a voice and are heard with respect. The humanity that we share is more important than the differences in our abilities. WHAT IS A Developmental Disability? Under federal law, a developmental disability is defined as “a severe, often lifelong disability that affects people before they reach age 22 and substantially limits functioning ability in three or more life activities such as self-care, receptive and expressive language, learning, mobility, self-direction, independent living, and employability.” An individual from birth to age nine who has a substantial developmental delay or specific congenital or acquired condition, may be considered to have a developmental disability without meeting three or more of these criteria if the individual, without services and supports, has a high probability of meeting those criteria later in life. VTDDC’s mission includes any Vermonter who experiences a developmental disability that meets this description, and their family members, regardless of whether or not they receive certain types of services and supports. Home About Us Plan and Projects Outreach and Community Announcements Contact Us January « » S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Latest News 09 December 2019 Story-Telling Contest 05 September 2019 Come to a FREE STORY-TELLING WORKSHOP 14 August 2019 You’re invited to attend DVHA’s parent focus group. 17 June 2019 NOW ACCEPTING Request for Proposal's 09 April 2019 Scholarships for Special Education Advocacy More subscribe_newsletter Subscribe to our Newsletter for direct news on disability rights, inclusion, and opportunities for advocacy. Contact Information VT Developmental Disabilities Council 100 State Street, Suite 342 Montpelier, VT 05633-0206 Phone: 1-802-828-1310 Email: vtddc@vermont.gov Per the Pubilc Records Law you may request public information from Kirsten Murphy , Executive Director, at any time. Visit the Agency of Administration's website to learn more. slogan_advocate Advocate. We’re passionate about systems change and long-term solutions. VTDDC is a part of a powerful network of state councils created by federal law. Nothing about us, without us. slogan_change Change. We invest our resources for positive outcomes. Every five years VTDDC plans how its federal funds will be used to improve the lives of those with developmental disabilities. slogan_join Join. Apply to become a Council member. Self-advocates and family members represent all regions of the State. They are a diverse group with different lived experiences of disability. Copyright © 2020 State of Vermont. All rights reserved. Accessibility Policy + Privacy Policy + Feedback Survey ....