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Your Vote Matters 2025: Accessible Voting Resources for Coloradans with Disabilities

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 […]

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Supporting Colorado Families – Autism Facts, Questions, & Resources

By Matt VanAuken, DP Chief Executive Officer & Executive Director At DP, we are here to support individuals with disabilities. Autism has long been part of the communities we serve, and we are committed to sharing clear information and resources to help individuals and families navigate care, policy, and inclusion. With ongoing research and frequent

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Policy Pulse: Medicaid Basics & What HR 1 Means for Colorado

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

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Join us for the 2025 Douglas County Fair & Rodeo + Unbridled Rodeo

DP is thrilled to partner with Douglas County Fair & Rodeo to host the Unbridled Rodeo! Date: Wednesday, July 30, 2025 Location: Douglas County Fairgrounds | 500 Fairgrounds Dr., Castle Rock, CO 80104 The Unbridled Rodeo is a free, inclusive event for individuals with disabilities and their families! Doors open at 10:00 a.m., with an

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Join us for the 2025 Arapahoe County Fair + Exceptional Rodeo

DP is thrilled to partner with Arapahoe County Fair to host the Exceptional Rodeo! Date: Friday, July 25, 2025 Location: Arapahoe County Fairgrounds Event Center | 25690 E. Quincy Ave., Aurora, CO 80016 DP members and their support staff and/or caregivers are invited to join us for the Exceptional Rodeo on Disability Awareness Day, a

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Michelle Bauman Promoted to Chief Program Officer

We are thrilled to announce a significant milestone for our organization. Michelle Bauman has been promoted to the role of Chief Program Officer (CPO) at Developmental Pathways, effective March 31, 2025. Reporting directly to our CEO, Matt VanAuken, Michelle’s promotion is a testament to her exceptional leadership and dedication over the past 12 years. Michelle’s

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Don’t Lose Your Medicaid: Return Your Renewal Packet!

Medicaid renewals are important and it’s essential to act now to maintain your coverage. If you’re enrolled in Health First Colorado Medicaid, you’ll need to complete your renewal packet by your renewal deadline. What You Need to Know: Renewal notices arrive two months before your renewal month via mail or on your Colorado PEAK account

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Nancy Sharpe Kennedy Honored with 2025 Developmental Pathways Board of Directors Lifetime Achievement Award

Developmental Pathways (DP) is honored to present Nancy Sharpe Kennedy, a departing board member, with the prestigious Developmental Pathways Board of Directors Lifetime Achievement Award. This recognition demonstrates a board member’s significant, lifetime achievement of supporting people with disabilities through DP and the community. After nine years of dedication to our Board of Directors —culminating

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Thank you: Developmental Pathways 60th Anniversary. Serving people with disabilities and their families since 1964. The DP logo. A photo of a woman and a young girl embracing and smiling.

Celebrating 60 Years of DP: Reflecting on Our Milestone Anniversary

As 2024 comes to a close, we are also wrapping up Developmental Pathways’ year-long celebration of our 60th anniversary! For six decades, we have been dedicated to supporting individuals with disabilities, and this milestone gave us an incredible opportunity to reflect on all that we’ve accomplished together. “Our 60th anniversary wasn’t just about looking back

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