Empowering people with developmental disabilities to build independence, connections, and meaningful lives in their communities.

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CONNECTION ✳︎ OPPORTUNITY ✳︎ COMMUNITY ✳︎ SUPPORT ✳︎

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    Doorways Residential Program

    Doorways provides individualized residential support that empowers people with developmental disabilities to live as independently as possible while building meaningful lives in their communities.

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    Employment Connections

    Employment Connections helps people with disabilities discover their strengths, pursue meaningful employment, and build the skills and confidence needed to succeed in the workplace.

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    P·A·L·S University

    PALS U is a community-based day program where adults with developmental disabilities build skills, explore interests, form friendships, and stay actively connected to their community.

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    Rainbow Center

    Rainbow Center provides individualized education and support for students with developmental disabilities, creating an environment where each student can learn, grow, and reach their full potential.

Save the date for CDD’s 2027 Gala on April 10 at Union Station.

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How You Can Support the CDD

“We make a living by what we get. We make a life by what we give.” – Sir Winston Churchill

In addition to the ways you can get involved below, it’s most important to help CDD educate the community on developmental disabilities. Together, we can help all people achieve their fullest potential!

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    Donate

    Help provide basic necessities, and community activities to individuals with developmental disabilities.

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    Volunteer

    Volunteers enable CDD to provide extra support to the individuals served by the agency.