Developmental Pathways News

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

By Matt VanAuken, DP Chief Executive Officer & Executive Director As you may have heard, the federal government has entered a shutdown. With so much information available, we aim to provide a clear and factual update on what this could mean – especially for the disability community. Why is the federal government shutting down? The

Did you know that if voters with disabilities cast ballots at the same rate as those without, 2 million more voices would help shape our democracy? Your voice has power — and your vote matters. “People with disabilities are often disproportionately affected by government decisions and continue to vote at lower rates,” said DP’s Associate

Thank you to everyone who participated in this year’s contest! Over 650 votes were cast to determine the winners in each category. From the 76 entries received, the winners are… Solo Superstars 1st place: “Old man smoking pipe” Description: Retired Old man in glasses breaking his back celebrating his 100Th Birthday! 2nd place: “Young Witch”

By Matt VanAuken, DP Chief Executive Officer & Executive Director   A lot is happening at the state and federal levels around disability policy. With this Policy Pulse series, our goal is to make sense of the noise, providing clarity, context, and resources for our community. This post focuses on two things: A quick primer