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Happy almost Halloween! A huge thank you to everyone who participated in this year’s DP Halloween Contest! You brought creativity, laughs, and plenty of spooky spirit. We received 119 entries, and 1,071 voters cast their ballots to determine the winners. Scroll down to see the top three winning entries in each category, and click any

If voters with disabilities cast ballots at the same rate as voters without disabilities, roughly 2 million more voices would help shape our democracy. At Developmental Pathways (DP), we’re committed to helping individuals with disabilities fully participate in their communities, including voting. Below you’ll find information and resources to support Colorado voters with disabilities in

Thank you to everyone who joined us for Ready to Vote: A Disability Community Conversation! We hope you left feeling more informed and confident about participating in this year’s elections. A big thank you to our partners at Arapahoe County and Douglas County, whose elections staff joined us to present accurate, up-to-date guidance and answer

  By Matt VanAuken, DP Chief Executive Officer & Executive Director Earlier this year, the Colorado Legislature passed a new law (SB 26-187). It created a group called the Commission on Medicaid. It’s a big step, and we want to make sure you know what it means for you and your family. What is this

Dust off your boots — this July, DP is bringing free, inclusive western and rodeo experiences to the three counties we are proud to support. Whether you’re a first-time rodeo-goer or a seasoned fan, these events are designed to be fun, accessible, and welcoming for individuals with disabilities, their families, and support staff. We can’t

By Matt VanAuken, DP Chief Executive Officer & Executive Director Budgets are about numbers, but for the individuals and families we support, they’re about something much more personal: the supports that make daily life possible. This year, Colorado faced the difficult task of cutting more than $1 billion from its budget, and the impact on

Thank you to everyone who joined our recent virtual town hall. During the session, Developmental Pathways (DP) shared updates from the State of Colorado, including potential service reductions, possible impacts, and what these changes may mean for people receiving services. A recording of the town hall (excluding the Q&A portion) and the presentation slide deck are

By Matt VanAuken, DP Chief Executive Officer & Executive Director In the previous Policy Pulse posts, we’ve shared updates about Colorado’s budget process, the federal government shutdown, and proposed changes to Medicaid. These policy conversations can feel confusing at times, and for individuals with disabilities and their families, they raise very real questions about services,

Developmental Pathways (DP) is honored to present Dr. Michaela McDonnell, departing board member, with the Developmental Pathways Board of Directors Lifetime Achievement Award. This award celebrates a board member whose lifelong commitment has meaningfully supported people with disabilities through DP and the wider community. Dr. McDonnell served three full terms on the board from 2016