About National Development Disabilities Awareness Month
"What is a Developmental Disability? It is a severe, chronic disability that begins any time from birth through age 21 and is expected to last for a lifetime. It may be cognitive, physical, or a combination of both; it is not always visible. It can result in serious limitations in everyday activities.
There are an estimated 5.4 million people living with a developmental disability in the United States." (The Lens, 2016, p. 8)
March is recognized as National Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month. We need your help to raise awareness. We can help remind others of this important celebration during Development Disabilities Awareness Month by sharing these important facts:
There are an estimated 5.4 million people living with a developmental disability in the United States." (The Lens, 2016, p. 8)
March is recognized as National Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month. We need your help to raise awareness. We can help remind others of this important celebration during Development Disabilities Awareness Month by sharing these important facts:
- Developmental disabilities are a natural part of the human experience and affect about 45 million Americans and their families.
- All people with developmental disabilities can be productive, contributing members of their communities.
- Many people with developmental disabilities rely on publicly funded services and supports in order to fully participate in community life.
- During times of economic decline, essential services and supports for people with developmental disabilities are often threatened.
- The power of people with disabilities is strongest when their voices are united with each other and their friends, families, and other allies.
Events & Activities to Raise Awareness
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We will be holding many events to celebrate Developmental Disabilities Month & bring awareness throughout March! We will keep updating this page as events are added.
March 1, 2016
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