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29/05/2026

Presented by the Connection Club in Partnership with the Autism Society of Oregon
70's Dance & Game Night - 18+ Only
Dates:
Portland - Saturday 6/6
Salem - Monday 6/8
Eugene - Wednesday 6/10
These dances are free and open to individuals who are 18 years or older. Light snacks and beverages will be provided for attendees. There will be games, legos and tables to sit at as well.
Register for all events here: https://charity.pledgeit.org/Events
Questions? Contact [email protected]

28/05/2026

📣 SAVE THE DATE! 📣

I/DD Advocates - Join us for our free Lunch & Learn training session on How to Reach Your Legislator!

🗓 Thursday, June 4, 2026
⏰ 12:00–1:00 p.m.
💻 Online via Zoom

Come learn how to connect with the lawmakers who represent you! This free training will cover:
✅ How to find your legislators
✅ Ways to contact them by phone, email, and mail
✅ How to schedule meetings with them and their staff to share your story and advocate for the I/DD community

No advocacy experience is needed. Everyone is welcome!

Zoom meeting link and more details coming soon.

For the latest information and updates, visit https://orddcoalition.org/go-project/

07/05/2026

New Horizons is hosting an IDD Paint & Sip! Join them for a night of painting and fun. They’ll provide all the painting supplies and a mocktail and a snack to enjoy! The event is free to attend, and you’re welcome to bring your DSP or someone to support you!

 Where: 3125 Chad Dr Suite 290, Eugene, OR 97408
 When: Monday, May 11th from 4-6pm

Sign up here: https://forms.gle/9MFC9wGq4N6HvhJT8

IDD Paint & Sip 🎨🧑‍🎨 This month, we are hosting a night of painting and fun with 5 of our offices! The event is free to attend, and sign-ups are open now. Message us for more information about reserving your spot!

We’ll provide everything you need to paint your masterpiece, as well as a mocktail and snack! See you there 🎨

04/05/2026

📣 THIS WEEK - Advocates in Southern Oregon and the Southern Willamette Valley can join ODDS Budget Listening Sessions in Eugene and Medford.

This is a great opportunity to share your ideas about disability services and supports and help shape what matters most for future budget decisions.

Come be a part of the conversation!

🔗Learn more and sign: https://www.oregon.gov/odhs/engagement/pages/odds-engagement.aspx

01/05/2026

Come meet the new ODDS leadership in Eugene next week! We’ll host a discussion that will help guide our 2027‒2029 budget requests. On May 6 we’ll meet with self-advocates, families and caregivers. On May 8, we’ll meet with providers and partners. Learn more and sign up on our website: https://www.oregon.gov/odhs/engagement/Pages/odds-engagement.aspx
¡Venga a conocer al equipo directivo nuevo de ODDS en Eugene la semana que viene! Tendremos una discusión que nos ayudará a guiar nuestras solicitudes del presupuesto para 2027-2029. El 6 de mayo nos reuniremos con personas que abogan por sí mismas, familias y cuidadores. El 8 de mayo, nos reuniremos con proveedores y socios. Obtenga más información e inscríbase en nuestra página web: https://www.oregon.gov/odhs/engagement/Pages/odds-engagement.aspx

29/04/2026

I/DD Advocates 📣 ODHS Office of Developmental Disabilities Services wants to hear from you! This is a great opportunity to meet with members of the ODDS leadership team, learn about the ODDS budget, and share your ideas about I/DD supports and services to help shape the guiding principles for ODDS' 2027-2029 budget requests.

Join an in-person session for self-advocates, family members, and caregivers on:
🔹April 29 in Pendleton
🔹May 6 in Eugene
🔹May 7 in Medford

Join an in-person session for partners and providers on:
🔹April 29 in Pendleton
🔹May 7 in Medford
🔹May 8 in Eugene

Join an English Language Zoom meeting for all community members on:
🔹May 11th.

Find more information, including location and times, and register at: https://www.oregon.gov/odhs/engagement/pages/odds-engagement.aspx

18/04/2026

Upcoming Opportunities for Public Input from I/DD Community 📣

Oregon's Office of Developmental Disability Services (ODDS) is hosting a series of Community Conversations around the state as ODHS prepares its Agency Request Budget for 2027-2029.

Make your voice heard! Come share what matters most to you about I/DD supports and services.

Upcoming Community Conversations:

For Self-Advocates, Families, and Caregivers
🔹April 21 - Oregon City
🔹April 22 - Portland
🔹April 23 - Redmond
🔹April 29 - Pendleton
🔹May 6 - Eugene
🔹May 7 - Medford

For Partners and Providers
🔹April 21 - Oregon City
🔹April 22 - Portland
🔹April 24 - Redmond
🔹April 29 - Pendleton
🔹May 7 - Medford
🔹May 8 - Eugene

For All Community Members
🔹May 11 - English language Zoom meeting

🔗Learn more and register here: https://www.oregon.gov/odhs/engagement/pages/odds-engagement.aspx

16/04/2026

15/04/2026

‼️Our next 5-Year State Plan Public Comment period is now open‼️ Click the link to read our draft plan and tell us what you think: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/8326379
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Every five years, we develop a state plan to guide the work that we do to improve the lives of people with IDD and their families.

We surveyed almost 800 people with IDD, family members, and people working in DD services to find out what is most important to them. We also looked at statewide and national data and talked with agency partners to make sure we understand what opportunities there are to improve the lives of people with IDD, improve DD services and systems, and create positive change.

We are asking the public to share feedback on our drafted plan. We are accepting public comment until May 18, 2026. This survey should take about 10 minutes to complete.

If you have any questions or want support providing feedback, please email [email protected] or call (971) 225-3659.