Important Information from the Developemental Disabilities Council

The Oklahoma Developmental Disabilities Council has recently updated their website. They now offer several excellent publications in PDF format that can be downloaded or printed directly from their website.

Here are 3 Don't Miss Items:

The Consumer Involvement Fund - The Oklahoma Developmental Disabilities Council annually sets aside funds to assist advocates in the field of developmental disabilities to participate in conferences and short-term educational programs. That means that parents who want to attend educational workshops and conferences can apply for financial assistance to help cover the cost. Check out the brochure for details:http://okddc.ok.gov/council_publications.html

Watch Your Words - If you've ever gotten frustrated because someone spoke about your child or student with special needs in a disrespectful way ......this is the educational tool you've been looking for.
Click here for basic tutorial for People First Language: http://okddc.ok.gov/council_publications.html

Tips for First Responders - This file contains a set of cards designed specifically for police, fire and emergency medical personnel for use in their vehicles. The cards contain helpful information about how to recognize and respond appropriately to people with disabilities. This may be life saving information for someone you love....do the first responders in your community know what to do? Print them a copy here:http://okddc.ok.gov/council_publications.html