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Washington State Developmental Disabilities Council (DDC) Community Survey

February 5, 2025
Washington State Developmental Disabilities Council (DDC) Community Survey

The Washington State Developmental Disabilities Council (DDC) is gathering feedback to better understand the barriers and challenges faced by people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and their families in Washington State. This input will directly influence the DDC Council’s 5 Year State Plan, which guides their work.

They need your help to ensure voices from all communities are heard, especially those in underserved or underrepresented areas. Here’s how you can support this effort:

  • Take the survey – Share your own insights and experiences by completing the survey here: bit.ly/WADDCSurvey

The survey closes on July 21, 2025, and is available in multiple languages to ensure accessibility for diverse communities. We encourage you to share it widely, so all voices can contribute to shaping the future of IDD services and advocacy in Washington State.

You can help DDC by sharing information about this effort.

Your outreach is vital in reaching individuals who may not otherwise have access to this survey. Together, we can ensure that all voices are heard and represented in our shared work to build a more inclusive and supportive Washington.

If you have any questions or would like additional materials, please don’t hesitate to contact DDC.

“Everyone deserves a chance. Everyone can do something. An employer can match a job that their business needs to fit the strength of the person with a disability.”

- Erica Nation, Pita Pit

“Looking past the disability and seeing the person that they really are is the biggest thing.”

- Thomas Black, Warehouse Demo Services

“Felix is awesome. He is a huge help to us. He does everything that is asked of him and he is a good guy.”

Hany Mosad, Manager of the Federal Way Jack in the Box