As we look back on the year, we know that you and others are making communities better every day for people with developmental or intellectual disabilities (I/DD). So, GCDD decided to find out what’s working across Georgia in your town. We used a survey to ask two questions: What’s going well in your community? How has it made the town better for people with I/DD and the local community? In this article, read some of the stories that have been shared from across the state. And it’s not too late to share yours! If you’d like to share your community’s story, complete this online f…

“What’s Happening in Your Town” features the perspectives of people with developmental disabilities about their own experiences in their communities. The column gives them a space to freely share their own opinions and their lived experiences with others. Interested in writing an article? Send an email to RegularLabs.EmailProtector.unCloak("ep_b5fd7304", true);RegularLabs.EmailProtector.unCloak("ep_93c2ddd7");RegularLabs.EmailProtector.unCloak("ep_bedc94d6", true);. My name is Natasha Nelson, and I was born in 1989 as the oldest of seven children to Ruby Miller, a single mother living in Rom…

“What’s Happening in Your Town” features the perspectives of people with developmental disabilities about their own experiences in their communities. The column gives them a space to freely share their own opinions and their lived experiences with others. Interested in writing an article? Send an email to RegularLabs.EmailProtector.unCloak("ep_bd3ead96", true);RegularLabs.EmailProtector.unCloak("ep_3392e451");RegularLabs.EmailProtector.unCloak("ep_50a42427", true);. Hi, my name is Ben Oxley and I’m from McDonough, Georgia. When I was a kid, McDonough was a quiet little town, just 20 minutes…

Zoe-Rebekah Bostic from Grovetown, GA Speaks about Her Goals and How She is Engaged in Her Community My name is Zoe-Rebekah Bostic, and I am an Autism Champion. I am more than my disability. I am a student, daughter, sister, content creator, cheerleader, soon-to-be published author, and a dedicated member of my community. I want to remind readers that you can do it. Don’t let anyone tell you that you’re not good enough. People with disabilities matter, we have a voice in this world, and we have the power to make a difference. I am still in high school and will graduate in May 2027 and I'm r…

“What’s Happening in Your Town” features the perspectives of people with developmental disabilities about their own experiences in their communities. The column gives them a space to freely share their own opinions and their lived experiences with others. Interested in writing an article? Send an email to RegularLabs.EmailProtector.unCloak("ep_f4295c31", true);RegularLabs.EmailProtector.unCloak("ep_8e3914b6");RegularLabs.EmailProtector.unCloak("ep_78bbbf47", true);. My name is Leslie Kate Thornton. I'm from Saint Mary's, Georgia, near the Georgia/Florida state line. Beautiful coastal landsca…