Happy November, Y'all!
Cooler weather is here and that means the holidays! It's an exciting time of the year, and there are so many fantastic things happening; keep reading to find out more!


November is National Family Caregivers Month

According to the CDC, 1 in 5 adults are caregivers.
We would like to recognize all family caregivers around the state for their dedication to providing around the clock care. Caregivers are those who provide care to a friend or family member with a health problem or disability on a regular or daily basis. 

Family caregivers juggle priorities, manage health emergencies and suffer from isolation.

Visit here for more info on this special month:
It's National Epilepsy Awareness Month
Formally recognized by Congress since 2003, the Epilepsy Foundation has long since promoted its importance to bring awareness to the incurable disease.

Because the causes of epilepsy are often unknown, it can be very difficult to treat. Therefore, living with epilepsy can be challenging for patients. In general, the risk of a child with a developmental disability experiencing an unprovoked seizure by age 5 is about 4 times greater than in the general population.

Do your part to increase awareness and help bring hope to epilepsy patients.
ASN CEO Recipient of 2022 Award of Excellence
The CQL, The Council on Quality and Leadership, has recognized
ASN CEO, Dr. Syard Evans, as a recipient of the 2022 Award of Excellence
This international award highlights Syard's leadership in supporting self-advocates, advancing the protection of human rights, empowering direct support professionals, and promoting innovation within ASNs and beyond.
GCDD Arkansas is a Proud Member of the Arkansas Lifespan Respite Collection
The purpose of the Arkansas Lifespan Respite Coalition (ALRC) is not to act in the role of a direct service provider, but to build a statewide system to identify and coordinate respite care options for families regardless of age, special need, or other characteristics of the person needing care.

The Division of Provider Services and Quality Assurance within the Arkansas Department of Human Services serves as the central point of contact for the Arkansas Lifespan Respite Project across the state.


To locate a respite provider near you, click here.

Council's Work Plan
Quarterly Council Meeting
Mark your calendars to get ready for our next Council meeting December 8! You do NOT need to be a Council member to participate in the meetings and contribute ideas of your own. We look forward to seeing you there!
Get Your COVID-19 Shot Today!
Arkansans 5 and up are eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine! Do your part to help flatten the curve today.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) highly encourages those with developmental disabilities to get the shot to prevent themselves and the people around them from contracting the virus.

Learn more by visiting Our Best Shot is the Shot.

Adults on Autism Spectrum Support Group Meeting
Don't forget about the Adults on Autism Spectrum Support Group Meeting
at the downtown Little Rock library Saturday, November 19! 

It's a great opportunity to join other adults on the spectrum to socialize and support each other. 

For a calendar of monthly meetings, click here.

Questions? Contact Lud Kozlowski at 502-791-5835 or email aspielud@comcast.net.