Official California State Council on DD

Join @CalSCDD's Aaron Carruthers for a California Budget Update—what’s proposed and what it means for services and supports. FREE TO REGISTER Date: Thursday, May 21, 2026 Time: 12:00–1:00 PM (Pacific Time) Register here: undivided.io/event-may-budg…

Hard-to-understand forms shouldn’t block access to services. @CalSCDD is sponsoring AB 2360 to make state information clearer, simpler, and easier to use. Plain language = better access, better decisions, better outcomes. Read the news release here: conta.cc/4cvfnL5

I Said, “I Want to Work!”—That Changed Everything Read Joseph’s story on the Storytellers Blog from @CalSCDD: scdd.ca.gov/2026/02/25/wor…

🚨 NEW: 2026 Legislative Update @CalSCDD outlines key bills impacting Californians with IDD & families. ✔️ Multiple bills supported ❗1 bill opposed We’re working to disrupt systems—so they work better for Californians with IDD. 🔗 conta.cc/3PxvzUv

@CalSCDD headquarters and regional offices will be closed on Tuesday, March 31, in honor of Farmworkers’ Day.

@CalSCDD April News & Events is live. ✔ Housing update ✔ NEW SDP orientation series ✔ Council meetings ✔ NCI Family Surveys 📬 Read the full newsletter: conta.cc/3PzYiIa Stay informed. Stay connected.

¡Evento en español! Mi vida en la comunidad Aprende cómo solicitar y recibir servicios en CA. 🗓️ 26 de marzo | 12–1 p.m. 👉 bit.ly/3ZnHbej

Happening Now: @CalSCDD March Council Meeting Public comment is open — your voice matters. Join here: bit.ly/SCDDCouncilMar… View agenda: scdd.ca.gov/.../03/March-2…

¡Evento en español! Mi vida en la comunidad Aprende cómo solicitar y recibir servicios en CA. 🗓️ 26 de marzo | 12–1 p.m. 👉 bit.ly/3ZnHbej

Ever wondered how @CalSCDD improves systems for people with developmental disabilities? Listen to a recent segment from the Raising Ryan podcast: 🎧 Listen: Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/1EDJFW… Apple: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/02-… #DisabilityRights #Advocacy

📅 Thursday, March 19 | 12–1 PM (PDT) Part III #DDAwareness Month Panel: My Life in the Community Hear directly from self-advocates about inclusion, independence, and community. Register: bit.ly/3ZkCmT8 Webinar ID: 859 0069 9731 #DDAM2026

HUD has proposed changes to eviction notice rules for HUD-assisted housing that could affect how much time tenants have to address unpaid rent. Public comments are open until April 27, 2026. Learn more & submit your comments: conta.cc/4bsjM13

HUD ha propuesto cambios a las reglas sobre los avisos de desalojo para viviendas con asistencia de HUD. Los comentarios públicos están abiertos hasta el 27 de abril de 2026. Aprenda más y envíe sus comentarios: conta.cc/4bsjM13

TODAY 12:00–1:30 PM (Pacific Time) 📷#DDAwareness Month - Lunch & Learn – Part II Spanish translation provided Eat your lunch and learn about: Disability Services — How to Get Connected to Support in California 📷 Register: bit.ly/4r7KOkW 📷 Webinar ID: 832 2536 3546

X (Twitter) @CalSCDD is celebrating #DDAM2026 with the @NACDD and councils nationwide. This year’s theme: “We’re Here. Then, Now, Always.” Join us as we celebrate stories, elevate voices, and advance inclusion. 📅 Register for our remaining events: conta.cc/4s4L9oN

Happening today from 12:00–1:30 p.m. A Lunch & Learn: Part I: From Childhood to Adulthood – Understanding IDD Spanish translation provided. Register here: bit.ly/4r2YNbD or scan the QR code. #DDAM2026

📅 Tomorrow, March 5 | 12–1:30 PM (PST) @CalSCDD kicks off #DDAM2026 with a statewide Lunch & Learn! PART 1: From Childhood to Adulthood—Understanding IDD Spanish translation provided. Register here:🔗bit.ly/4r2YNbD

March is DD Awareness Month 2026. @CalSCDD is hosting statewide events, highlighting lived experience, & advancing policy that supports people with IDD & their families. “We’re Here. Then, Now, Always.” 🔗 conta.cc/4s35hr4

Mail-in voting rules haven’t changed, but timing has. Know the USPS postmark guidance updates, plan ahead, and protect your ballot. Need help? Learn more: ncavote.org/resource/new-p…

New legislation would help people with intellectual and developmental disabilities plan ahead & protect their rights. Read more about SB 1052, introduced by Senator Lena Gonzalez and sponsored by @CalSCDD. Read the full news release here: 👉conta.cc/4rfwaYJ