Let’s Celebrate: Ticket to Work and Employment First legislation signed into law!
Governor Parson signed all but one of the remaining Truly Agreed and Finally Passed (TAFP) bills into law. The Missouri Developmental Disabilities Council (MODDC) tracked legislation in each of our four priority areas through the legislative session.Of those priority areas, “Equitable Community Inclusion” saw some exciting legislation get signed into law yesterday by Governor Parson. We are…
Advocacy Update: Ticket to Work and Employment First
Reminder: The Governor has 8 more days to either sign or veto bills that were Truly Agreed and Finally Passed (TAFP). SB45 and SB106 both contain language about Ticket to Work and Employment First. Both of these bills were TAFP. Ticket to Work Ticket to Work legislation improves the ability of people with disabilities to save for retirement,…
Advocacy Interviews: Reporting Abuse and Neglect
If you have experienced and reported abuse, we want to hear from you. We need your help in advocating for residents in long-term care in order to create elder-focused education and connect people to resources. If you have experienced and reported abuse, we would love to hear from you. We will not ask questions about the…
The Missouri Developmental Disabilities Council (MODDC) supports organizations that are inclusive of race and ethnicity.
In light of the recent decision from the Supreme Court, we are reminded that: Missouri public and private agencies and organizations should value and reflect the rich and diverse demographics of the state. This can be done by implementing policies and practices that are inclusive of To create a state of inclusivity, Missouri should develop and…
First Responder Disability Awareness Training available online free of cost for Missouri Emergency Medical Services
In partnership with Niagara University, the Missouri Developmental Disabilities Council is excited to offer an online First Responder Disability Awareness Training. This online training is self-paced and free for all Missouri Emergency Medical Services (EMS) personnel. The training includes definitions of disabilities, people first language, etiquette and interaction skills, the disabled perspective, behaviors and appropriate…
The energy! The advocacy! The excitement!
On March 1, 2023, more than 500 disability self-advocates and advocates from across the state came together in person and virtually to have their voices heard. The day consisted of a rally, 3 virtual breakout sessions, and appointments with legislators. We are grateful to have the chance to advocate with you. This legislative session was…
Recording Now Available – “Accessible Transportation: How Do We Get There?” Webinar June 14
The Missouri Developmental Disabilities Council (MODDC) invites Missourians to learn about the importance of accessible transportation and current gaps that exist for people with disabilities. Ed Thomas, executive director of the Camden County Developmental Disability Resources, and Enjoli Dixon, project associate for the National Center of Mobility Management, discussed identified transportation needs and next steps…
Recording Now Available – Make Informed Employment Decisions with Missouri Disability Benefits 101 (DB101) Online Training
The Missouri Developmental Disabilities Council invites Missourians with disabilities and their supports to learn more about using the online estimator tool, Missouri Disability Benefits 101 (DB101), to make informed employment decisions. Below is a recording of the training provided on May 24, 2023. Click here to download the DB101 May training slides. Click here to…
May 5 Legislative Update: Things are moving fast!
It was a busy week at the Capitol and continues to be! With session wrapping up on May 12th, things are starting to move quickly. The Budget Conference Committee convened and engaged in final negotiations between the House and the Senate. There were some key budget points that came out of the Conference Committee: The…
MODDC, in partnership with KultureCity, brings mobile sensory space for people with sensory needs to NFL Draft in Kansas City April 28-29
The Missouri Developmental Disabilities Council (MODDC), in partnership with KultureCity, invites NFL Draft attendees, with sensory processing needs, to a mobile sensory experience at Union Station in Kansas City on Friday, April 28 and Saturday, April 29, 2023. KultureCity is an organization dedicated to creating sensory accessibility and inclusion to events and outdoor experiences. KultureCity…
