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Virginia Board for People with Disabilities (VBPD)

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VBPD is the Developmental Disabilities (DD) Council for the Commonwealth. We are champions of meaningful community living.

The Virginia Board for People with Disabilities (VBPD) advocates for better services and supports for people with developmental disabilities and their families. We are Virginia’s Developmental Disabilities Council. The VBPD does not offer direct services but helps create change through its grant projects, through training current and future advocacy leaders, and in its role as a policy advisor to the Governor, legislators and executive branch agencies. The VBPD works closely with disability advocates and constituent groups on mutual issues and priorities. People with disabilities and their family members play a critical role in identifying needs and having input in policies and programs that affect their lives. Individuals with disabilities, parents or family members of individuals with disabilities comprise 24 of the 39 members of the Board. Their experiences and perspectives guide the ongoing efforts to ensure responsive, individualized and flexible systems of services and supports in our communities.

11/02/2026

November is National Family Caregivers Month! VBPD recently assessed Virginia’s disability services and found that family caregivers consistently face systemic barriers that cause physical and financial strain. With 1 in 5 adults in the state identifying as a caregiver, it is likely that you or someone you know has experienced this.

This month we are highlighting our top recommendations for improving the services that are meant to support the people who take care of our friends and family members with disabilities.

Read more in our assessment:https://vbpd.virginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/2026-Assessments.pdf

10/30/2026

It’s Resource Friday! Today we are highlighting the Keep Your Care campaign’s new Virginia resource page of information about upcoming Medicaid changes, possible exemptions, and steps you can take to protect your coverage. Help get these resources out across Virginia!

https://keepyourcare.org/states/va/

10/29/2026

While Direct Support Professionals Week may have been last month, here at VBPD they are appreciated every day! Their support plays a critical role in the work we do for the Commonwealth by helping people who need it to fully participate in our programs, ranging from Board meetings to training events.

This photo was taken at our Partners in Policymaking Kickoff event last month of Direct Support Professionals Myah Bryant, Samayah Sabur, Noreana Smith and De’Anna Edmonds.

We say to you and all Direct Support Professionals – Thank you!

10/28/2026

Students with disabilities and their families are encouraged to attend a free event at Radford University to explore next steps after graduation, including colleges, trade programs, and future education paths.

Students will get to talk one-on-one with college and training representatives, connect with helpful community groups and attend short sessions about life after high school. Snacks will be provided.

Register by October 30 at https://bit.ly/NextStepsDay

10/28/2026

ICYMI: We kicked off our 2026-2027 educational workshop series with a presentation from the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) their special education family engagement team!

Watch the recording now on our page to learn how VDOE provides direct support to families of children with disabilities, helps school divisions better engage families through the provision of professional development, and so much more.

You can also watch previous workshop recordings on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/
Video description: VDOE’s Tracy Lee answers question from VBPD’s Christine Germeyer about private day schools.

10/27/2026

ICYMI: We kicked off our 2026-2027 educational workshop series with a presentation from the Virginia Department of Education about their special education family engagement team! Watch the recording now to learn how the Virginia Department of Education provides direct support to families of children with disabilities, helps school divisions better engage families through the provision of professional development, and so much more.

You can also watch this and previous workshop recordings on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/

10/26/2026

Today we are shining the spotlight on Alannah, a class of 2018 alum of the Youth Leadership Academy and 2025 college graduate.

Alannah is a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant for Prince William County Schools and is a dedicated advocate for people with disabilities. She also manages TikTok and YouTube accounts, focusing on living with a disability to help raise awareness.

Alannah plans to continue improving the lives of children and adults with disabilities through her professional work and bringing awareness through social media.

For more information on the Youth Leadership Academy, visit https://vbpd.virginia.gov/training/youth-leadership-academy/.
Video description: Photo of Alannah with text, “Shining the spotlight. Alannah. Class of 2018,” and the Youth Leadership Academy logo at the top. A text box appears on screen with information about Alannah as sees in the caption. Calm melodic music plays in the background.

10/25/2026

If you are a graduate of the Youth Leadership Academy (formerly known as the Youth Leadership Forum) or Partners in Policymaking, we need your help!

Please take our 5-10 minute survey by Sunday, November 8 to help us get funding and improve our training programs.

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2026AnnualAlumni

Address

5620 Cox Road
Glen Allen, VA
23060

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 5pm
Thursday	8:30am - 5pm
Friday	8:30am - 5pm

Telephone

+18047860016

Website

https://vbpd.virginia.gov/, https://www.youtube.com/@VABoard, https://www.linkedin.com/company/virginia-board-for-people

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