We want to unite ALL of Wisconsin in supporting people with developmental disabilities to lead their most independent lives.
We want to unite ALL of Wisconsin in supporting people with developmental disabilities to lead their most independent lives.
Families and Individuals
We believe you are the expert and should make as many decisions about your life as possible We provide tools and learning opportunities throughout the state to help you understand the issues that matter to you.
Business and Community
People with developmental disabilities are essential citizens in our state. Learn how your business, organization, and community can provide the most opportunities and support.
Policymakers
You can make systemic change throughout Wisconsin to improve transportation, employment, health care and other big issues. We are the expert, nonpartisan group that can guide you.
What’s Coming Up
People with developmental disabilities should have the same choices and opportunities as all Wisconsinites. To do that, we need to change how people think. Find out how you can join in across Wisconsin!
Survival Coalition: The Face of Caregiving Survey
The Survival Coalition needs your help to put a real face on the dire impacts the caregiver crisis...
Community Conversation: Dementia and I/DD on March 30th
Join us March 30th from 12-1pm for a community conversation about dementia services and I/DD. The...
State Budget Virtual Training: March 29th
We are hosting a virtual workshop to help you prepare to make the case that disability issues—like...
Living Well Healthy, Safe, and Connected Toolkit
People with disabilities need to be healthy, safe, and connected. This toolkit will give people...
March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month!
Governor Tony Evers has officially proclaimed March as DD Awareness Month in Wisconsin! The...
What’s the Word?
Each month we feature a different leader in Wisconsin living with a disability. “What’s the Word?”...
A quick glance
- 60% of our board are people with developmental disabilities and family members from across Wisconsin.
- Our board members are appointed by the Governor.
- Our board is authorized under the federal government.
- More than 70% of our funds go to local projects and to advocate for better programs.
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