On this page, you will find downloadable copies of many of our publications. Under the drop-down Resources page menu at the top of each page, you will see links to additional resource pages, including Links, Advocacy, ABLE, Civic Engagement, Employment, and Emergency Preparedness, among others.
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Monthly Email Newsletter
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Publications
Outreach and education are a very important part of the Council’s work. Click the links to download. The document will open in a new browser window. Call or email the Council office with questions – [email protected] or by phone at 501-682-2897.
About Developmental Disabilities
What Are Developmental Disabilities? A flyer with basics and instructions on whom to call to get started.
About the Council and the Arkansas DD Network
Guardianship Guide
Information about guardianship and less-restrictive alternatives.
Click here to find the Disabilty Rights Arkansas Guardianship Guide This guide includes legal document templates and instructions for using the forms.
Guide to Common Disability-Related Acronyms
What is an acronym? An acronym is a word formed by taking the first letters (or syllables) of a multi-word phrase and combining them, usually with all capital (uppercase) letters.
The acronym for Governor’s Council on Developmental Disabilities is GCDD.
This guide includes a list of disability-related acronyms.
People-First Language Guide
A guide to respectful communication.
Vital Records Log
A record-keeping and personal care guide.
Emergency Preparedness Checklist
What would you do if you found yourself in an emergency situation? We’ve put together a checklist that can help you prepare for the worst.
Join the Council
How to apply to serve on the Arkansas Council.
Order publications via email to [email protected] or call 501-682-2897.
The publication previously known as the “Parent Pack (You Are Not Alone)” is no longer available.