Bronx Developmental Disabilities Council Inc.

Bronx Developmental Disabilities Council Inc.

Bronx Developmental Disabilities Council Inc.

President: Joanne F. Siegel, ACSW, LCSW

Bronx Developmental Disabilities Council Inc.

President: Joanne F. Siegel, ACSW, LCSW

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Never be afraid to raise your voice for honesty and truth and compassion against injustice and lying and greed. If people all over the world would do this, it would change the earth. ~ William Faulkner

WHO ARE WE?

The Bronx Developmental Disabilities Council is an association of parents, advocates, consumers and professionals concerned with the needs of people with developmental disabilities who reside in the Bronx. Through our Executive Board, Standing Committees and Special Events, we provide a forum for the discussion of issues, provide information and support to families, and advocate for the social and economic issues that affect the quality of life of the people we serve.

The council acts in an advisory capacity to the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene and the New York State Office for People with Developmental Disabilities, identifying unmet needs and reviewing service proposals. We provide representation to the InterAgency Councilof Developmental Disabilities Agencies and work in cooperation with New York City’s other four Borough Councils as well as other advocacy and planning groups.

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