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TEXAS COUNCIL for
DEVELOPMENTAL
DISABILITIES
TEXAS COUNCIL for
DEVELOPMENTAL
DISABILITIES
Infographics represent information in a visual way. TCDD infographics can be shared on social media or downloaded and printed.
How a Bill Becomes a Law in Texas Infographic (PDF, 4.7 MB, 1 page)
Còmo un Proyecto de Ley Se Convierte en Ley en Texas (PDF, 4.7 MB, 1 page)
Supporting Positive Behavior in children and teens with Down Syndrome Graphic (PDF, 284 KB)
Alternatives to Guardianship Infographic (JPG, 775 KB)
IDD Residential Programs Cost Comparison Infographic (JPG, 467 KB)
Where Do People with Complex Medical and Behavioral Support Needs Live? Infographic (JPG, 531 KB)
Texas Managed Care Programs Infographic (JPG, 591 KB)
Ableism – English (PDF, 3.4 MB, 1 page)
Ableism – Español (PDF, 3.5 MB, 1 page)
All people with disabilities should have access to the services and supports when and where they need them. However, Texas currently does not serve every person in need. This fact sheet covers why the long-term services and supports needs of many Texans with IDD are not being met, and it provides examples and recommendations for increasing access to services so more people can live in the community.
Community Living (PDF, 544 KB, 2 pages)
It is policy and law in the State of Texas that earning a living wage through competitive integrated employment is the first and preferred outcome for adults with disabilities who receive public benefits. This fact sheet provides information about Employment First and makes the case for increasing competitive integrated employment in Texas.
Employment First (PDF, 529 KB, 2 pages)
This fact sheet provides information on how access to Medicaid services impacts people with IDD in Texas. The fact sheet covers some of the Medicaid programs that help people with IDD participate in community life, where Texas ranks compared to other states, and more.
Medicaid and IDD in Texas (PDF, 338 KB, 1 page)
Texas has the highest institutionalized population of individuals with IDD of any state – 11.5% of the U.S. total. Yet, there are 10 times as many people with the highest level of need supported with waiver services in the community than there are in SSLCs. This fact sheet makes the case for consolidating State Supported Living Centers and improving community services so more people with complex needs can live in the community
State Supported Living Centers (PDF, 382 KB, 2 pages)
The Texas Council for Developmental Disabilities offers copies of the materials on this page free of charge by request through our online Materials Order Form. Most of the materials produced by the TCDD may by copied or reprinted with the understanding that proper credit be given. Please contact us for information on reproducing TCDD materials.
Higher Education Resource Guide for Students with Disabilities
Higher Education Resource Guide for Students with Disabilities — English
(PDF, 1.8 MB)
Higher Education Resource Guide for Students with Disabilities — Spanish
(PDF, 1.8 MB)
Higher Education Resource Guide for Students with Disabilities— Searchable Table
To challenge students with disabilities to consider higher education, “The Next Step” presents the stories of five Texans with disabilities who enrolled in colleges, universities or technical schools.
The Next Step Video and Discussion materials in English and Spanish
TCDD Brochure — English (PDF, 300 KB, 2 pages)
TCDD Brochure — Spanish (PDF, 300 KB, 2 pages)
The Texas Council for Developmental Disabilities (TCDD) is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We continually work to apply best practices and adhere to Web Content Accessibility (WCAG) 2.1 standards. Read More about TCDD’s accessibility statement.
