The Problem: For aging family caregivers of people with developmental disabilities (DD), planning for the future can be complex and overwhelming. Traditional retirement and financial planning strategies can sometimes cause…
The Problem: People with developmental disabilities (DD) are living longer than in previous generations. As they age, they often face new health, financial, and support needs. At the same time,…
The Problem: Families of young children with disabilities often hear negative messages about disability and may not know about inclusive community opportunities. Without access to positive information and support, families…
The Problem More than 18,000 Marylanders with developmental disabilities (DD) rely on Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to live, work, and participate in their communities. However, the DD service system faces…
The Problem As the shortage of paid caregivers grows, families are increasingly forced to fill the gap. Many family members are reducing work hours, leaving jobs, or taking on full-time…
The Problem In Colorado, 71% of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) live with family caregivers. Many of these caregivers are aging—21% are over age 60 and 35% are…
The Problem North Mississippi has limited availability of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services, leaving many children with autism on long waitlists during the most critical years for early intervention. While…
The Problem Kansas faces a severe shortage of Direct Support Workers (DSWs), threatening access to community services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. DSW wages average only $14 per…
Items in this issue include: Sub-recipient documentation Chair appointment Logic model requirement Council establishment information Notable FAQs – February 2026
Topics in this issue include: Periodic Review of the Designated State Agency Purchasing Office Furniture Assurances and State Financial Participation Self-Advocacy Requirements in the 5-Year Plan Notable FAQs – January…
