Recap of the 35th Developmental Disabilities and Delays Legislative Forum

About 350 people attended the Developmental Disabilities and Delays Legislative Forum in November to speak with lawmakers, share their stories, and discuss legislative issues important to them. Sixteen elected officials joined the forum to hear from constituents.  How the legislative priorities connect to personal experiences   Community members addressed lawmakers and shared stories connected to each … Continue reading Recap of the 35th Developmental Disabilities and Delays Legislative Forum

Krista’s Story: Finding Purpose and Connection Through Work 

When people have the support they need to connect and contribute to their community, we are all better off. This is a key part of the Supported Employment program, that matches qualified job candidates with intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD) to employment opportunities within King County.   The Supported Employment program at the City of Seattle officially launched … Continue reading Krista’s Story: Finding Purpose and Connection Through Work 

Kendall’s Story: Adapting to change in the workplace through the pandemic

When people have the support they need to connect and contribute to their community, we are all better off. This is a key part of the Supported Employment program, that matches qualified job candidates with intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD) to employment opportunities within King County.   The Supported Employment program at the City of Seattle officially launched … Continue reading Kendall’s Story: Adapting to change in the workplace through the pandemic

 Alex’s Journey: Filmmaker, leader, and employee supported through King County programs

When people have the support they need to connect and contribute to their community, we are all better off. This is a key part of the Supported Employment program, that matches qualified job candidates with intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD) to employment opportunities within King County.   The Supported Employment program at the City of Seattle officially launched … Continue reading  Alex’s Journey: Filmmaker, leader, and employee supported through King County programs

Join the 35th Annual Developmental Disabilities and Delays Legislative Forum 

King County’s Annual Developmental Disabilities and Delays Legislative Forum, hosted by the Developmental Disabilities and Early Childhood Supports Division (DDECSD), is marking its 35th year!     Register Join us on Thursday, November 21, 2024, from 6:00 P.M. to 8:30 P.M. at the Hilton DoubleTree Suites, 16500 Southcenter Parkway, to hear from individuals with intellectual and developmental … Continue reading Join the 35th Annual Developmental Disabilities and Delays Legislative Forum 

Developmental Disabilities & Early Childhood Supports Division’s 2023 by the numbers 

The Developmental Disabilities and Early Childhood Supports Division (DDECSD) within the Department of Community and Human Services offers a range of programs and services to help children prenatal to five, their families, and caregivers; people with developmental disabilities and delays and their families, and community-based organizations.  In 2023 DDECS made strides on early learning and supports, community … Continue reading Developmental Disabilities & Early Childhood Supports Division’s 2023 by the numbers