Resume and Employment Guide for People With Disabilities
Resume and Employment Guide for People With Disabilities
August 16, 2023
We’d like to share a valuable resource. Resume Builder recently sent us a guide offering thoughtful resume and career tips designed specifically for job seekers with disabilities. Developed by experts in the field, this resource provides practical insights to navigate the job market more effectively. It’s a tool intended to empower individuals within the disability community, offering guidance and support as you work towards building a successful career path. Hopefully this can help you or someone you know.
View it here: Resume and Employment Guide for People With Disabilities
Building Bridges Spring Events
Building Bridges Spring Events
May 5, 2023
The Building Bridges events hosted by the Bureau of Developmental Disabilities Services (BDDS) are designed to allow individuals and families to connect with BDDS staff, ask questions, share feedback, and discuss any concerns or successes they have experienced with bureau services.
At these meetings, individuals and families with disabilities can come together in a forum for constructive conversations. BDDS hopes that these meetings will allow for meaningful conversations that result in positive outcomes and stronger relationships. It’s a great opportunity to provide suggestions or input for positive change in the services and support provided by BDDS.
There are both in-person and virtual opportunities to participate, so no matter where you are, you can join the conversation. In-person events will be held at the following locations and times:
- 5/8/23: Monroe County Library, 303 E Kirkwood Ave, Bloomington IN, 47408, Meeting Room 2A, 4:30-6:30 pm EDT
- 5/22/23: Delaware County Library, 2005 S High St, Muncie IN, 47302, Maring Hunt Meeting Room, 5-7 pm EDT
- 6/5/23: Lake County Library, 1919 W 81st Ave, Merrillville IN, 46410, Meeting Room C, 6-8 pm EDT (5-7 pm CDT)
If you are unable to attend any of the in-person events, there are also two virtual opportunities to participate using Zoom:
- 5/10/23 – 11 am-1 pm EDT: Virtual Zoom link
- 5/25/23 – Noon-2 pm EDT: Virtual Zoom link
If you require any accommodations to participate, please contact Heather Dane at heather.dane@fssa.in.gov.
The BDDS is a program of the Indiana Family & Social Services Administration, and you can learn more about their programs and services by visiting their website at www.DDRS.In.gov.
FSSA & HCBS Informational Resources
FSSA & HCBS Informational Resources
March 27, 2023
Understanding what resources are available can be hard to navigate. These resources can help you understand the Medicaid Waiver Program and what assistance you may qualify for.
Know Your Rights! - State & Federal Compliance Law
Know Your Rights!
January 4, 2023
AID of Indiana is dedicated to remaining compliant with all state and federal regulations. In order to ensure your rights are not being infringed upon, it is important to know what the state and federal government require of employers. To learn more about your rights as an employee, click the link below.
BDDS Improved Portal: Third Update
BDDS Releases a Third Update About Their Improved Portal
August 22, 2022
The Indiana Bureau of Developmental Disabilities Services continues to release information about their new portal. To learn more take a look at the image below that outlines some of the new and improved functionality, and look out for more updates as they are released weekly.
BDDS Improved Portal: Second Update
BDDS Releases a Second Update About Their Upcoming Improved Portal
August 8, 2022
The Indiana Bureau of Developmental Disabilities Services has released more information about their new portal. Live and recorded trainings will soon be announced to help users learn how to get the best experience out of the new portal. To learn more take a look at the image below that outlines some of the new and improved functionality, and look out for more updates as they are released weekly.
Guardianship and Decision Making Resources
Guardianship and Decision Making Resources
August 8, 2022
As a parent or guardian, supporting independence and decision making is one of the most important ways you can help your loved ones. The Indiana Family and Social Services Administration recently shared a presentation that covers the role of guardianship, supporting decision making, and addressing disagreements along with other topics. To learn more you can view the video presented by members of the Bureau of Developmental Disability Services, or read through the presentation slides. If you have any questions always feel free to contact us through our website portal, or reach out to the FSSA or BDDS organizations.
A New and Improved BDDS Portal
A New and Improved BDDS Portal Announced
July 29, 2022
BDDS has announced a new and improved portal for users. BDDS will be sending out updates weekly via email detailing “a high-level overview of new and/or improved functionality.” Read more below from the announcement they shared earlier this week.
Provider Training: Guardianship and Decision Making
Provider Training: Guardianship and Decision Making
June 9th, 2022
The Bureau of Developmental Disability Services is committed to supporting our provider network in working toward a true person-centered system which includes ensuring that those who support individuals honor individual rights and understand the role of guardians.
As part of that commitment, BDDS is hosting a web-based training opportunity focused on individual rights within the context of guardianship. We are pleased to offer this in partnership with Indiana Disability Rights. Melissa Keyes, executive director of Indiana Disability Rights, will cover:
- Self-determination and decision-making
- Guardianship role and responsibilities
- Guardians and home-and community-based services
- Addressing disagreements
- How you can support decision-making
This opportunity is being provided at no cost to participants and is mandatory for all current Bureau of Developmental Disabilities Services home-and community-based services providers.
All others, including individuals with disabilities, program managers, direct support professionals, case managers and families are welcome to attend.
Advance registration is required to receive a link to join. You must use the registration link sent to you by Zoom in order for us to track attendance.
We are offering this training at three different times. Please be aware that each session is capped at 500 attendees, so if your first choice is full, please choose another date.
- July 7 – 10 a.m. EDT REGISTER
- July 19 – 1 p.m. EDT REGISTER
- July 27 (recording) – 10 a.m. EDT REGISTER
If you need accommodations to participate, please email jennifer.akers@fssa.in.gov at least three days prior to the event.
If you have questions, need additional resources or support, or have suggestions for additional training, please contact us at BQIS.Help@fssa.IN.gov.
We look forward to continuing to educate and support providers to empower individuals to live, love, learn, work, play and pursue their dreams!
The DDRS is a program of the Indiana Family & Social Services Administration. If you have questions about DDRS programs and services, visit us online at www.DDRS.In.gov.