Welcome to the Maine Developmental Disabilities Council
The Council is a partnership of people with developmental disabilities, family members, and state and local agencies and organizations.
We are committed to creating a Maine in which all people are valued and respected because we believe communities are stronger when everyone is included.
To do this, we create and support policy advocacy for individuals with developmental disabilities.
You must use this link to reach the MDDC application!
You can contatct Rachel with any questions at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
The next Council Meeting wiil be held on Wednesday, September 14th, 2022.
Council meetings are open to the public.
Please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to receive a ZOOM invitation by September 12th, 2022.
Please check out our history and the variety of resources on our site.
Our latest project, Out of the Shadows, can be accessed through the link below.
Out of the Shadows is the story of mental institution in the State of Maine and includes interviews with residents now living in the community.
Click here for a printable pdf.
People with developmental disabilities, families, and communities will have increased opportunities for choice, self-determination, and community membership. |
Objective 1.1
MDDC will promote the civil rights of individuals with developmental disabilities.
Objective 1.2
Support Maine’s self-advocacy organization and promote development of diverse leaders among people with developmental disabilities and families.
Improve systems of support for people with developmental disabilities and families. |
Objective 2.1
Decrease health and educational disparities experienced by people with developmental disabilities.
Objective 2.2
Improve access, quality, and integration of services and supports for individuals with developmental disabilities and families.
Objective 2.3
Support efforts to expand access to information and services for underserved individuals with developmental disabilities and families.