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2022-2026 Five Year State Plan
The Community of Practice Supporting Families of Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
What does ACDD do?
The Alabama Council on Developmental Disabilities (ACDD) works to achieve equality of opportunity for all citizens. We promote independence, advocacy, productivity, and inclusion for Alabamians with developmental disabilities. Through our projects and initiatives, as well as our network of resources, we help them:
- Make the most of their educational potential
- Find and thrive in paid employment
- Rent, own, or modify an apartment or home
- Gain access to and use transportation
- Connect with organizations to coordinate healthcare and social services
- Participate in recreational, leisure, and social activities
- Learn leadership, self-determination, and self-advocacy
New Resources from ACDD
ACDD has created new resources to help people with developmental disabilities, families, and caregivers prepare for important situations at home, school, work, and in the community.
These resources are designed to provide practical information and tools that are easy to use and share.
Medical Emergency Sheet
The Medical Emergency Sheet helps you keep important health information in one place. You can fill it out ahead of time and keep it with you in case of an emergency.
View the Medical Emergency Sheet
Know Your Rights Sheets
The Know Your Rights sheets explain your rights in simple language. They can help you understand your rights and find out where to get help.
View the Know Your Rights Sheets
School Meeting Checklist for Parents and Caregivers
The School Meeting Checklist can help parents and caregivers get ready for school meetings. It includes helpful questions and things to think about before, during, and after the meeting.
View the School Meeting Checklist
Work-Ready Toolkit
The Work-Ready Toolkit can help you get ready for a job. It includes information and tools to help you prepare for work and take your next steps.
Explore ACDD’s New Resources
Explore ACDD’s new resources and find the tools that can help you, your family, or someone you support.
Visit each resource above to learn more and download the materials.
Cooling the Crisis: Heat Emergencies and People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
September is National Preparedness Month, a good time to make sure emergency plans are accessible to everyone.
Extreme heat can become dangerous quickly, especially for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Knowing the warning signs, having a plan, staying hydrated, and knowing where to find cooling resources can help people stay safer during a heat emergency.
ACDD is sharing “Cooling the Crisis: Heat Emergencies and People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities,” available in both Plain Language and Easy Read versions. These resources include practical heat safety information, cooling strategies, emergency planning tips, and places to turn for help.