The Pennsylvania Developmental Disabilities Council (PADDC) is accepting applications from agencies that are local and nongovernmental, and private non-profit groups concerned with services for people with developmental disabilities that are interested in having a seat on the Council. Established through […]
Seeking Nominations for Council Membership Of Individuals with Developmental Disabilities
We are currently seeking nominations for Council of individuals with developmental disabilities from Pennsylvania who live or have lived in a state institution or Intermediate Care Facility (ICF). Individuals can nominate themselves or be nominated by another person. About Our […]
Statement from the Pennsylvania Developmental Disabilities Council on the Elimination of the Administration for Community Living (ACL)
PADDC Statement on ACL Announcement (PDF) March 28, 2025 – Harrisburg, PA Yesterday’s announcement from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) will pose significant challenges for state governments and state budgets. The abrupt restructuring, which eliminates the […]
Our 2024 PADDC Impact Report
From our Executive Director, Lisa Tesler: “As I think back on this past year, I feel proud of our achievements and the many ways we have improved the lives of people with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (I/DD) and their families. […]
LISTENING TOUR 2025: WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU!
(Listening Tour Announcement 2025 PDF document) The Pennsylvania Developmental Disabilities Council (PADDC) is a planning and funding group made up of people with disabilities, and their family members, advocates, and state department representatives who work to create favorable conditions for Pennsylvanians […]
Input Needed for the Next PADDC 5-Year Plan
We need your help! Every five years, the Pennsylvania Developmental Disabilities Council (PADDC) is required to create a State Plan to guide its work. Creating the plan involves gathering information about the current barriers and concerns faced by individuals with […]
Pennsylvania Disability Community FY 2024-2025 Budget Priorities
PA Disability Community FY 2024-2025 Budget Priorities In the Spring of 2024, the Pennsylvania Developmental Disabilities Council (PADDC) convened leaders from the disability community to talk about Governor Shapiro’s proposed state budget. The group included self-advocacy organizations, family advocates, Centers […]
Seeking Nominations for Council Members Who Are Parent/Guardian of a Person with Developmental Disabilities
(Deadline to apply is August 8, 2024) PADDC is seeking nominations for Council members who are: Parent/guardian of a person with developmental disabilities The PA Developmental Disabilities Council (PADDC) empowers individuals with developmental disabilities and their families to help shape […]
Help Us Connect to Self Advocates!
PADDC is working on a project to enhance Pennsylvania’s self advocate leadership to focus on system and policy change. We invite people with developmental and intellectual disabilities (I/DD) and providers or organizations to connect us to self advocates who may […]
Our 2023 Impact Report
We are very excited to share our 2023 Impact Report. The report shows how the Council and our grant partners are working in creative ways to improve the lives of people with developmental disabilities and families throughout the Commonwealth. Read […]