Entries by Sarah

Advocacy Days Blog: Medicaid Matters

Medicaid Matters Medicaid is often seen just as healthcare, but it plays a much larger role, especially for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). For these individuals, Medicaid provides critical funding for vital services, including residential, personal care, respite, and job support. In fact, nearly all services from the Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA) are […]

Welcome to the 2025 Legislative Session!

Welcome to the 2025 Legislative Session! Our first live Advocacy Day since the pandemic took place on Wednesday, the 15th. We were thrilled to see 90 advocates in person and 30 more joining us online! It was wonderful to see your enthusiasm and commitment to advocacy. The day was filled with excitement, including the inauguration […]

2025 Advocacy Days Are Here!

The 2025 Legislative Session begins on January 13th, presenting us with challenges as the legislature anticipates a $10-12 billion shortfall over the next four years. This means significant cuts, increased revenues, or a combination of both may be necessary. What does this mean for developmental disability services? We need to advocate for the protection of […]