Center on Developmental Disabilities

honors the hard work and advocacy of the 1.6 million Tennesseans with disabilities who are improving our state laws for the better. Today, we honor these accomplishments.

The CDC recommends vaccination against COVID-19 for everyone 5 years and older. However, some adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities still have questions about vaccine safety. In this video, an adult with Down syndrome shares his initial hesitation and the steps he took to educate himself. The videos were produced as part of a funding award from the U.S. Administration for Community Living, Dept of Health and Human Services. They also build upon the work of our Tennessee Developmental Disabilities Network and community partnerships. Thank you Vanderbilt Kennedy Center for producing this!

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Will’s story: Promoting Vaccine Confidence in Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities The CDC recommends vaccination against COVID-19 for everyone 5 years and older. However, some adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities still have…

Happy Friday everyone! Great news- the call for presenters for the 2021 Disability MegaConference has been extended until Monday August 23rd! See information below.

Call for Presenters 2021 Disability MegaConference The Tennessee Disability MegaConference is seeking presentations for its 18th annual gathering. We plan to fill our 2 day agenda with exciting, innovative and interactive sessions to make this year’s conference the best to date!