Media and Resources
Resources and Publications related to those in the disability community.
Publications
Stepping Stones NH:
A guidebook for people with disabilities, their families and the professionals that support them.
The Disability RAPP:
The Latest in Disability Research, Advocacy, Policy, and Practice
A collaborative newsletter of the NH Council on Developmental Disabilities, the Disabilities Rights Center of NH, and UNH the Institute on Disability.
Focus on Personal Stories:
Tim Houle, Vice Chair of the NHCDD and Social Media Assistant, Blake Tyler chat about what Developmental Disability Awareness Month means and the changes needed to make community life more accessible.
Annual Report
Resources
New Hampshire’s Rights & Responsibilities Booklet For Individuals Receiving Developmental or Acquired Brain Disorder Services
About STABLE Accounts
A STABLE Account is an investment account available to eligible individuals with disabilities. STABLE Accounts are made possible by the federal Achieving a Better Life Experience ("ABLE") Act. STABLE Accounts allow individuals with disabilities to save and invest money without losing eligibility for certain public benefits programs, like Medicaid or SSI. Earnings in your STABLE Account are not subject to federal income tax, so long as you spend them on "Qualified Disability Expenses."
STABLE Accounts have some similar features to normal bank accounts, but they are not checking or savings accounts. STABLE Accounts are investment accounts, similar to 529 college savings accounts or 401(k) retirement accounts. When you deposit money into your STABLE Account, your money will be invested in different options that you choose. While you can still withdraw and spend your money whenever you need it, STABLE Accounts also allow you to grow your money and to save long-term for disability expenses.
Guardianship and Supported Decision Making Resources
Power of the Disability Vote Webinar
Poder Del Voto de Incapacitados
Voter News
Gateways Community Services Housing for Adults with ID/DD in NH
For the Plain Language version, click here.
Explanation of Center for Medicaid Services Access Rules by Green Mountain Self Advocates
These slides are about services people with disabilities get in the community through the Center for Medicaid Services.
Click here for a plain language explanation of the access rules.