Learn more about the Olmstead Decision and Home and Community Based Services (HCBS)
The Missouri Developmental Disabilities Council invites you to learn more about the Olmstead Decision and Home and Community Based Services (HCBS). MODDC recently received a training on Olmstead and Home…
Read MoreAdvocacy Opportunity: Share your experiences with healthcare and discrimination.
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has announced a historic notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Once enacted, this rule will be…
Read MoreGuardianship 101: Learning Your Rights and Responsibilities – Upcoming Training Opportunity on Wed. Oct. 11, 2023
You are invited to learn about all things Guardianship on Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2023 at 4:30 p.m. People First of MO invites all People First chapter members and self-advocates to…
Read MoreAttention: Public Comment Due Sunday, Aug. 13, 2023 for the MO HealthNet Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) Waiver
REMINDER: Public Comments are Due Sunday, Aug. 13, 2023 for theMO HealthNet Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) Waiver Updates The Division of Developmental Disabilities (DSS) is making some changes…
Read MoreMODDC strives to create communities of equitable access and inclusion for Missourians with disabilities during Disability Pride Month
The Missouri Developmental Disabilities Council acknowledges the need for progress toward full and equitable access and inclusion for Missourians with disabilities during Disability Pride Month. Disability Pride Month is celebrated…
Read MoreTime to Celebrate: Ticket to Work and Employment First legislation signed into law!
Yesterday, 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…
Read MoreAdvocacy 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…
Read MoreAdvocacy 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…
Read MoreMedicaid Advocacy Opportunity: Public Comment Due Monday July 3rd
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) published a proposed rule, Ensuring Access to Medicaid Services (Access Rule), to improve access to, and quality of, Medicaid services. What is most…
Read MoreThe 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…
Read More