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Skip to main content Skip to navigation DDRCCO.com -- Newsletter Contact Donate Events Search FAQs Our Mission: Create Opportunities for People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities and their Families to Participate Fully in the Community Accessibility Settings ↧ Home About Us Our Organization Our History Mission, Vision, and Values Code of Ethics Strategic Plan Financial Data Frequent Questions Our Stories Our Board Board of Directors Board Agendas Board Minutes Apply For Board By Laws Our Team Executive Management Senior Management Services Accessing Services Getting Started Developmental Disability Definition Program Approved Service Agencies Navigating The World of IDD Services - Fall 2019 Navigating The World of IDD Services - Spring 2019 Navigating The World of IDD Services - Fall 2018 DDRC Service Areas Resource/Service Coordination Early Intervention Family Support Services Supported Living Services Employment Services Quality Living Options Behavioral Health Team Therapeutic Learning Connections Self Determination Initiative Resources Additional Resources Community Resources Terms and Definitions 25th Hour Fund Affiliations Affordable Housing Courses and Training Schedule and Fees Course Descriptions Get Involved Get Involved Donations Impact Circle Wish List Volunteer Golf Tournament Employing For Good Legislation Family Support Council Apply For Board Careers Live Summer Auction! The 19th Hole: Together While Apart Begins at 6 p.m. Go To Live Event Go Bid on Items -- Funds Available Act before June 30th Have a child or adult family member with IDD living at home? Impacted by COVID-19? We may be able to help! See Details Contact us before June 30! -- Survey Input Needed Jeffco Parents & Caregivers Help planners understand supports needed for parents and caregivers of children in their home. Results will help guide future plans and growth of supports. Survey organizers represent a spectrum of Jefferson County organizations and offices. If you reside in Jefferson County Colorado, take the survey now: English Survey Spanish Survey Survey closes Monday, July 20! Resources Know someone needing help? (food, shelter, safety, healthcare) See these resources too: - www.211.org – Wide-ranging resources by zip code - www.coloradocrisisservices.org – Free, 24/7 mental health support (text, phone or walk- in) - www.porchlightfjc.org –Services for those experiencing violence in their relationship. -- Summer Auction Online Auction Online Auction University of Denver Men's Basketball Tickets The Lodge Casino CycleBar Southwest Plaza Crested Butte Nordic Center Colorado Ballet Denver Zoo Colorado Ballet Denver Museum of Nature and Science Elitch Gardens Day Tickets Colorado Ballet Glenwood Caverns Funday Pass Century Casino Check It Out - Over 50 Items! Learn More Here -- NOTICE Changes Impacting Early Intervention Services Early Intervention Eligibility & Enrollment/Exit Changes English Cambios que afectan los servicios de Intervención Temprana Elegibilidad de intervención temprana y cambios de inscripción / salida del programa Español Doing Our Part For Community Health Changes and Adaptations Update: Face Coverings Required Donate Now Have a Child With Special Needs? Your Input is Needed! The CO Dept of Public Health & Environment is asking families with children with special needs to take their survey by May 30. Survey Early Intervention (EI) Colorado recently mailed out a Family Outcomes Survey to families who have been receiving EI Services for at least six months. Look for the Survey already sent to you or click the link below. See these EI " outcome " factors too. Please return your survey soon! Survey -- Early Intervention DDRC's Early Intervention is Available to Help Concerned about a child’s development? Update on Early Intervention Services: - English | Spanish FAQs about Services during Safer at Home: - English | Spanish We're accepting referrals for children 0-3 years with developmental disabilities and delays, and we are providing virtual evaluations and services. Contact Early Intervention intake: 303-462-6619 or eireferral@ddrcco.com . -- Feeling Isolated? Or Disconnected? Gain a New Perspective. See movies about the courage and lives of people with developmental disabilities who for many years were isolated, shut out and misunderstood. They are finding their rightful place in our communities. Be uplifted by their stories in these free films! See The Films - Free Brought to you by the (DDRC) and Jefferson County Public Libraries. Go to JeffcoLibrary.org and "Inclusion and Courage: All Abilities on Film" for these free movies using your library card. Many of these movies are downloadable so you can get them and enjoy them at home! DDRC thanks Jefferson County Public Library for this wonderful way for the community to understand the importance of welcoming people with developmental disabilities to participate fully in the community. Stakeholder Meeting & Webinars Regarding HCBS - DD Waiver Waiting List CO Dept of Health Care Policy & Financing is holding information and stakeholder sessions on the HCBS- DD Waiver Wait List: In Person Meeting Wed., Feb. 19 2:30 p.m.- 4:30 p.m. Community First, 5855 Wadsworth Bypass, # A, Arvada, CO 80003 Contact Karli Altman . Webinar Information Tues., Feb 18 - 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. Tues., Feb. 18 - 5:30 p.m.- 7:30 p.m. Wed., Feb. 19 - 11:30 p.m.- 1:30 p.m. Call in information codes and more -- Read our latest E-Newsletters Read the August 2020 Newsletter Subscribe (DD Community Interests or Newsletters All) Check out Past Newsletters TAKE A LOOK at our impact, scope and activities in 2019. We're continuing momentum as we move into 2020! Read DDRC's Annual Report -- End the Wait Learn More Be Visible - Let's Show Our Force! Come to the End the Wait Legislative Hearing When: Wed. Jan 22 - 10 a.m.- 12:30 p.m. Where: Colorado State Capitol, Old Supreme Court Chambers 200 E Colfax, Denver 80203 Your presence lets legislators know this is an important issue! Wear blue to show your support. -- Intro to Applied Behavior Analysis in the Home and Community Caregivers, Teacher and Parents, Learn to motivate positive behavior Free Class - Advanced Registration Required. Presented by DDRC Behavioral Health Team Thursday, January 23rd, 2020 - 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. More / Register -- Learn More Read Terra's Story Read Kathi's Story Sign the Petition 3,000 Coloradans are on the waiting list for comprehensive residential services (IDD waiver). Be part of the End the Wait Campaign! Click Here -- With your incredible support we raised more than $100,000! -- DDRC's 18th Annual Holiday Bazaar Thank you, vendors, crafters, and bakers! Thank you, shoppers! It was a fun and meaningful way to benefit those we serve! -- Navigating the World of IDD Services | Fall 2019 Miss our information sessions? You can still access the session documentation on our website. Learn the basics of waivers and services for children and adults. Information about employment services for adults and transition-aged youth. View Documentation -- Play Pause Due to the Weather there will be no transportation for Adult Vocational Services (AVS) today, Wednesday, November 27th. -- Services Provided Resource/Service Coordination Our resource coordinators can help you learn about the services, programs and options available to you. Our case managers provide assistance and support to children, families, and adults. Early Intervention Early Intervention services are for infants, toddlers, and families. These services are designed to promote development and learning. Family Support Services The Family Support Services Program (FSSP) assists families with costs beyond those normally experienced by other families, to avoid or delay costly out of home placements and reduce stress. Supported Living Services Supported Living Services is committed to providing the Direct Service Professional of your choice to provide supports to you or your loved one. Employm...