Resources
Events
ACDD periodically hosts special events of interest to people with developmental disabilities, their families, and their caregivers. Check back frequently and mark your calendar with upcoming dates.
Legislation
A crucial part of empowering those with developmental disabilities is for our communities to join together to impact legislation dealing with issues of concern. Here are some important links.
Webinars
The Minnesota Governor’s Council on Developmental Disabilities Click here to view a FREE one-hour webinar about the civil rights fight leading to passage of the ADA. view webinar
Publications
ACDD has created new resources to help people with developmental disabilities, families, and caregivers prepare for important situations at home, school, work, and in the community. These resources are designed to provide practical information and tools that are easy to use and share.
Medical Emergency Sheet
The Medical Emergency Sheet helps you keep important health information in one place. You can fill it out ahead of time and keep it with you in case of an emergency. View the Medical Emergency SheetKnow Your Rights Sheets
The Know Your Rights sheets explain your rights in simple language. They can help you understand your rights and find out where to get help. View the Know Your Rights SheetsSchool Meeting Checklist for Parents and Caregivers
The School Meeting Checklist can help parents and caregivers get ready for school meetings. It includes helpful questions and things to think about before, during, and after the meeting. View the School Meeting ChecklistWork-Ready Toolkit
The Work-Ready Toolkit can help you get ready for a job. It includes information and tools to help you prepare for work and take your next steps. View the Work-Ready ToolkitExplore ACDD's New Resources
Explore ACDD's new resources and find the tools that can help you, your family, or someone you support. Visit each resource above to learn more and download the materials. September is National Preparedness Month, a good time to make sure emergency plans are accessible to everyone. Extreme heat can become dangerous quickly, especially for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Knowing the warning signs, having a plan, staying hydrated, and knowing where to find cooling resources can help people stay safer during a heat emergency. ACDD is sharing “Cooling the Crisis: Heat Emergencies and People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities,” available in both Plain Language and Easy Read versions. These resources include practical heat safety information, cooling strategies, emergency planning tips, and places to turn for help. Easy Read Version Plain Language Version
Ready for Takeoff! View the Handbook
A Right Not A Favor View the Book
How to Speak the Language of Respect View the Brochure
For Legislative Advocates on Developmental Disabilities View the Book
Employment First for Alabamians with Disabilities View the Book
Partnering for Success! View the Brochure
Understanding Your Legal Rights view the brochure
Making Sensible Decisions about Guardianship view the brochure
The Anti-Bully Program: Do Anti-Bullying Programs Work For Children With Special Needs? view the website
For Children and Families receiving services from the Alabama Department of Human Resources view the booklet
Interacting with people with disabilities view the booklet
Act Early view the brochure