Brooklyn Developmental Disabilities Council

BKDDC is group of family members, people with disabilities and professionals who volunteer their time to improve the lives of people with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities living in Brooklyn.

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2025 Family Support Fair Sponsors:
Wellbound
ACANY
Shema Kolainu
La’Dorch Homecare
Strive High ABA Therapy

  • Uniquely Me Creative Arts (UMCA) Grand Opening!

  • NYSED Transition Planning Tool

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  • LEND Training Programs

    The Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and other related Disabilities (LEND) network is a federally supported program designed to improve health outcomes for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and other neurodevelopmental disabilities. The Brooklyn LEND Parent Support Group is part of the Brooklyn LEND program established in collaboration between the SUNY Downstate School of Health Professions and the Department of Pediatrics, with the goals of enhancing ASD services across the lifespan.

    They offer monthly Parent Support Group meetings and Training Series to provide families who have children with neurodevelopmental conditions with important information and resources. This series runs periodically in 6 sessions via ZOOM and covers the topics about 1) Understanding the diagnosis of Autism, 2) The importance of the evaluation process, 3) Understanding different school settings and services, 4) Understanding the learning process and basic behavioral strategies, 5) Finding services and resources in NYC, and 6) transition to adulthood. 


    NOTE: LEND IS A TRAINING PROGRAM. THEY DO NOT PROVIDE ANY DIRECT SERVICES, BUT WE CAN CONNECT YOU WITH RESOURCES.

  • Adapt: Smart Supports for Safe Homes

    Join Adapt for Smart Supports for Safe Homes, a free virtual workshop on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, showcasing how housing and technology work together to support independence for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) and their families.

    What to Expect:
    ADAPT Community Network’s Housing Assistance Services (HAS) helps families of individuals with I/DD navigate New York City’s housing system through advocacy, guidance, and referrals. Building on this support, ADAPT’s Techworks program provides digital literacy, assistive technology, and training that promote independence. This webinar will spotlight Techworks and show how housing and technology together create stronger opportunities for individuals and families across the city.

    Who Should Attend:
    People with disabilities, parents and family members, caregivers, educators, service coordinators, and professionals supporting I/DD housing and technology needs.

    When & Where:
    Date: Tuesday, September 30, 2025
    Time: 10 AM
    Location: Virtual (Zoom)
    Register: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/PX-O2EiuT9qyZrk6UX_YmA

  • Governor Hochul Issues COVID-19 Vaccine Guidance

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