Meet David, artist and entrepreneur, in @CalSCDD's third and final #NDEAM story. Through creating prints, selling art and teaching paid classes, he pursues work he loves.
Explore creativity, connection and independence:
scdd.ca.gov/2026/10/21/art-w…
💙 Thank you, San Diego & Imperial communities, for sharing your voices!
@CalSCDD Community Conversations continue in November!
📍 Santa Maria: Nov. 3 | 10:20–11 AM
📍 Turlock: Nov. 6 | 10–11:30 AM
Your voice matters!
Details: scdd.ca.gov/community-conver…
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During #NDEAM, @CalSCDD is highlighting different paths to meaningful work. Meet Kimo Kamakaalohaamailkalani, an artist & entrepreneur who turned his passion for art into a microbusiness.
Read Kimo’s story: scdd.ca.gov/2026/10/09/turni…

ALT During #NDEAM, @CalSCDD is highlighting different paths to meaningful work. Meet Kimo Kamakaalohaamailkalani, an artist & entrepreneur who turned his passion for art into a microbusiness. Read Kimo’s story: https://scdd.ca.gov/2026/10/09/turning-creativity-into-opportunity-kimo-kamakaalohaamailkalani/
Download @CalSCDD's 2026–2027 Employment Resource Guide includes information on job preparation, employment supports, Regional Center & DOR services, CalHR’s LEAP program, transportation & more.
Available in English & Spanish:
scdd.ca.gov/ndeam/
Official California State Council on DD retweeted
African American, Black, Caribbean, Biracial, and Multiracial clients and families are invited to join us, @CalSCDD, and Sankofa Parent Support Group for an in-person Listening and Feedback Session on October 21 from 6pm–8pm. Register with this link: altaregional.org/alta-sponso…
Every path to employment has a story. Meet Ashleigh Rowe in the first of three #NDEAM stories from @CalSCDD.
Discover how experience, a paid internship and support helped her pursue meaningful work.
Read Ashleigh’s story: conta.cc/4rZ13SA
Proposed changes to Head Start could affect children with disabilities and their families. These changes are not in effect yet.
Public comments are due October 6, 2026.
Learn about the proposal and how to share your views:
conta.cc/4yttme9
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¡Última capacitación del Mes de la Preparación para Emergencias!
📅 30 de septiembre | 6-7 p.m.
Capacitación virtual gratuita en español para defensores de familias.
Zoom: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi…
ID: 822 1342 5932
Más recursos:
scdd.ca.gov/emergency-prepar…
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ALT ¡Última capacitación del Mes de la Preparación para Emergencias! 📅 30 de septiembre | 6-7 p.m. Capacitación virtual gratuita en español para defensores de familias. Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/t8rDEL9XTneHm_BcxDYsnw ID: 822 1342 5932 Más recursos: scdd.ca.gov/emergency-preparedness-month/
@CalSCDD meets in person tomorrow! Councilmembers will consider 2027 policy projects, review 184 “There Should Be a Law” ideas & open nominations for chair & vice chair.
📅 Sept. 29 | 10:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
📍Holiday Inn, Downtown Sacramento
Details: scdd.ca.gov/councilmeetings/
Emergency Preparedness Tip #8: Prepare for Your Personal Needs.
Include the medications, communication tools, sensory items, mobility equipment, assistive technology or other supports you may need.
More resources:
scdd.ca.gov/emergency-prepar…
Thank you, North Bay! We appreciate everyone who joined @CalSCDD @ ParentsCAN’s Partners in Education Conference.
Next stop: Sequoia Region! Join SCDD’s next Community Conversation during the Bridging Horizons Conference on Oct. 1.
For more info visit: scdd.ca.gov/community-conver…
Emergency Preparedness Tip #7: Make Your Home Safer.
Video produced by our partners at Options For All.
Secure heavy furniture and appliances, and keep important pathways clear to help reduce hazards during an emergency.
More resources:
scdd.ca.gov/emergency-prepar…
Emergency Preparedness Tip #6: Practice Your Emergency Plans.
Video produced by our partners at Options For All.
Review and practice your plan with the people who may support you.
Update it when your needs or circumstances change.
More resources:
scdd.ca.gov/emergency-prepar…
¡Continúan las capacitaciones gratuitas de preparación para emergencias!
📅 Mié. 23 de sept. | 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
En español para autodefensores, presentada por Project SAFEE.
Zoom: bit.ly/4bvVROL
ID: 869 6049 8267
Recursos: scdd.ca.gov/emergency-prepar…
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Emergency Preparedness Tip #5: Protect Important Documents.
Video produced by our partners at Options For All.
Keep copies of important documents & information in a safe, accessible place so they are easier to find during an emergency.
More resources: scdd.ca.gov/emergency-prepar…
Emergency Preparedness Tip #4: Stay Powered and Connected.
Video produced by our partners at Options For All.
Plan for power outages and think about backup power for phones, assistive technology and medical devices you rely on.
More resources:
scdd.ca.gov/emergency-prepar…
September is moving fast — but there’s still time to join SCDD!
🚨 Tonight, 6–8 p.m.: Emergency Preparedness for Family Advocates in English.
More trainings + the North Bay Community Conversation are still ahead.
Details: conta.cc/4xrL54q
Hey, North Bay, you're next on Sept. 26!
Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Sacramento Community Conversation.
We appreciate you coming out and sharing what matters to you and your community.
Find meeting details and the latest information:
scdd.ca.gov/community-conver…
Emergency Preparedness Tip #3: Create a Complete Emergency Supply Kit.
Video produced by our partners at Options For All.
Include the supplies you may need during an emergency & items that support your individual needs.
More resources:
scdd.ca.gov/emergency-prepar…
Hey Sacramento! SCDD’s Community Conversations is happening tomorrow, Friday, September 11.
Find meeting details and the latest information:
scdd.ca.gov/community-conver…













