Project SEARCH is a 9 month internship training program available to school transition-age students & young adults eligible for DDS services, who need more intensive employment skills training. Meet Margot and Dylan, who participate in Project SEARCH! youtu.be/yf8PGZ4Wtqw

This week we are celebrating our amazing Direct Support Professionals (DSPs)! They are the heart and soul in supporting individuals with intellectual disability to fully access and participate in our communities!

Join us this weekend at Camp Harkness for our Head for Harkness 5K Run or 1 mile Walk! Then stick around for our Fall Fest celebration following the race! 📍: Camp Harkness, 301 Great Neck Rd, Waterford ⌚: 10AM Sign up below: runsignup.com/Race/CT/Waterf…

Thank you to everyone who joined us at Camp Harkness this weekend for our Head for Harkness events and annual Fall Fest celebration!

SAVE THE DATE: For next month’s community forums led by DDS Commissioner Jordan Scheff! Join us to hear updates from DDS, ask questions, and give us your feedback! portal.ct.gov/dds/news-and-u…

TOMORROW: Join us for our 4th Tuesday Forum on Innovative Options! portal.ct.gov/dds/news-and-u…

Through a unique partnership, DDS Employers of Record may use RewardingWork.org/ct to find and hire the support they need. To request an access code and begin your free subscription, contact your DDS service coordinator or support broker, or email: [email protected]

As an Employment First agency, DDS believes everyone should have the opportunity to work in a job that matches their skills, abilities, and interests. Find out more about DDS employment services by visiting the link below: portal.ct.gov/dds/searchable…

In recognition of all Connecticut residents with disabilities in the workplace and in honor of their many accomplishments, I have signed a proclamation declaring October as Disability Employment Awareness Month. portal.ct.gov/governor/news/…

JOIN US: For our upcoming Commissioner Forums to learn more about the latest programs and initiatives at DDS! portal.ct.gov/dds/news-and-u…

NEXT WEEK! Joins us for our upcoming Commissioner Forums to learn more about the latest programs and initiatives at DDS! Visit the link below for more information on how to join: portal.ct.gov/dds/news-and-u…

Are you a Clinical Psychologist with a doctorate and at least one year of post-doctoral experience? CT_DDS is seeking someone like you to join our team! We have a full-time, first shift position in New Haven. jobapscloud.com/CT/sup/BulPrev… #Psychologist #CTCareers

Join us for a webinar with Rewarding Work on November 13th at 10:30AM! Learn more about Rewarding Work's platform that helps connect families with direct support professionals. You can join using the link below! teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/…

Weren't able to join us on Monday for our Commissioner's Forum? Join us for our upcoming forum today at 5:30 pm! portal.ct.gov/dds/news-and-u…

Interested in learning more about Community Companion Homes (CCH)? Check out our info sessions this month on 11/7 and 11/13 Visit the link below to learn more about CCH! portal.ct.gov/dds/searchable…

Staff from our DDS Employment & Day Services and Self-Advocacy teams attended last week's Disability Resource Fair hosted by Capital Workforce Partners !

This week! Join us for a webinar with Rewarding Work on November 13th at 10:30 am! Learn more about Rewarding Work’s platform that helps connect families with direct support professionals. You can join using the link below l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%…

Did you miss last month’s Commissioner Forums? You can watch them here to hear the latest updates from Commissioner Jordan Scheff! youtu.be/R8rn2feHnQA?si…

Join the DDS West Region Self Advocate coordinators for their “Beyond Thanksgiving” workshop! us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regist…

Our latest video series highlights the services and supports we help provide for our individuals and families. Watch these incredible stories on our Youtube channel! youtube.com/@ctdds