Every five years, the Maryland Developmental Disabilities Council develops a State Plan. The plan entails a comprehensive review of major service systems and issues in Maryland and outlines goals, objectives and specific activities that will be implemented to bring about change. The State Plan guides the Council regarding how staff and fiscal resources are allocated. The Council’s State Plan is developed in accordance with the Developmental Disabilities Assistance and Bill of Rights Act of 2000 (DD Act).
View the Council’s current state plan documents
2017 – 2021 State Plan Overview
Annual Work Plan Federal Fiscal Year 2021
The Council’s 2017-2021 State Plan Goals
GOAL 1
People with developmental disabilities effectively advocate for themselves and others and influence issues that are important to them.
GOAL 2
People with developmental disabilities and their families are empowered to lead the lives they want and transform communities.
GOAL 3
Children and adults with developmental disabilities meaningfully participate in all facets of community life, and are valued and supported by their communities.
