The Michigan DD Council is a group of citizens from across the state. Our Vision The Vision of the Michigan Developmental Disabilities Council is that all citizens of Michigan have the opportunities and supports to achieve their full potential. To support people with developmental disabilities to achieve life dreams. The Developmental Disabilities Council is a vehicle for change. Its members each recognize that persons with disabilities must be included in the mainstream of American society, a complete philosophical change from only a few decades ago.
Complete inclusion is the primary objective of council members and staff.
The money is distributed in the form of grants to local agencies throughout Michigan. The agencies' newest creative and aggressive programs for inclusion of persons with developmental disabilities are encouraged and monitored by a council staff of experienced advocates. Council members are appointed by the governor. They insure that the council's goals and objectives run concurrent with state health activities. Organizationally, the council is a part of the Michigan Department of Community Health, an entity with whom the council shares many goals.