by RIDDCouncil | Feb 4, 2026 | Advocacy, Housing, RIDDC
The Rhode Island Developmental Disabilities Council’s most recent quarterly meeting drew a strong turnout and an even stronger conversation, with housing taking center stage as one of the most urgent and complex issues facing individuals with developmental...
by RIDDCouncil | Dec 3, 2025 | Advocacy, Community Living
The Regional Housing Summit, held on November 19 at the Community College of Rhode Island’s Newport Campus, brought together advocates, policymakers, service providers, and community members for an incisive discussion on the region’s deepening housing crisis....
by RIDDCouncil | Nov 17, 2025 | Employment
On Thursday, November 13, 2025 Citizens Bank hosted a virtual day long Skills Based Volunteering Day of Service/Flash Consulting for 9 non-profits selected by Citizens for their 2025 national annual Champions in Action Award for Creating Employment Pathways for...
by RIDDCouncil | Sep 25, 2025 | Uncategorized
The Rhode Island Developmental Disabilities Council (RIDDC) held its quarterly meeting on Wednesday, September 24, at Chelo’s on Post Road in Warwick. Chris Semonelli and Kevin Nerney led the meeting, which included review and approval of the previous minutes and the...
by RIDDCouncil | Sep 25, 2025 | Advocacy, Family Advocacy, Laws & Legislation
Our Executive Director Kevin Nerney was the special guest on Law Matters, with attorney David Bazar and host Deb Morais. They discussed the critical tools families can use to protect the financial security and public benefits of loved ones with disabilities. The...
by RIDDCouncil | Jul 30, 2025 | Employment, News, RIDDC
What a wonderful surprise for the RIDDC community. Kevin Nerney, Executive Director, RIDDC and Sue Babin, Statewide Director of the RI Small Business Self Employment Incubator, accepted a $50,000. check from Citizens Bank, surrounded by leaders within the state’s...
by RIDDCouncil | May 8, 2025 | Uncategorized
Ellary Kinnane, a Self Employment Business Project Participant, recently was awarded the second-place finish in the documentary film category at the Student Television Network’s national competition at Portsmouth High School. To read the entire article, visit the...
by RIDDCouncil | Mar 27, 2025 | Uncategorized
At its recent quarterly meeting, RIDDC blended strategic planning with dinner in an engaging session focused on shaping the future. Executive Director Kevin Nerney kicked off the event by introducing featured guests: Morna Murray, J.D., with Kate Bowden, Esq....
by RIDDCouncil | Dec 4, 2024 | Employment, News, RIDDC
The National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS) has invited The Rhode Island Developmental Disability Council (RIDDC) to present an overview of its Self-Employment Business Incubator Project. The Council will also spotlight a graduate who is currently a small business owner...
by RIDDCouncil | Oct 9, 2024 | Uncategorized
“Stories from the Future” Builds Community and Better Lives, One Family at a Time” “What’s Next?” Starfire Leaders Ask Participants Energized to Respond with “Joyful Disruption” Pawtucket-based Shri Yoga Studio, the social enterprise delivering skilled yoga classes...
