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Every year in March, Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month (DDAM) provides an opportunity to highlight how much people with DD contribute to our communities, whether as friends, neighbors, co-workers, or classmates. The 2025 theme for DDAM — "We're Here All Year" — encourages us to recognize the contributions people with DD make every day of the year, not just in March.
So, if you're a person with DD, what can you do to ensure you're living the life you want and participating in your community in a meaningful way? Below are some ideas to help you.
Up your self-advocacy game
See our 10 self-advocacy tips so you can let others know what's important to you so you can stay in control your life.
Get (some) help with decisions
Want to take even more control over your life? See our supported decision-making resources so you can learn about alternatives to guardianship that will allow you to get the help you need without losing your rights.
Work it
If you want to work, see our employment resources so you can learn about things like getting help finding a job, asking for an accommodation at work, and how you can work and keep your benefits.
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