Dubuque County Disabilities Council

07/13/2025

‼️PLEASE NOTE! The time of this presentation has been updated to 7:15-8:15 PM. We hope to see you there for this inspirational presentation!‼️

Save the date! Chris & Nik Nikic are coming to Western Dubuque on August 21. Join us for an inspiring evening as Chris shares how he became the first person with Down Syndrome to complete an Ironman—all by getting 1% better every day. Open to all!

11/15/2024

Feel that chill? Winter is right around the corner. If you're worried about paying utility bills over the cold months you may be able for help through the Hawkeye Area Community Action Program (HACAP). Click the link to see if you qualify for assistance on your utilities. https://www.hacap.org/energy

The members of DCDC are here to answer your questions and help you get connected to the resources you need for living, learning and working in Dubuque County. Please reach out with your questions! ⛄️

08/19/2024

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

August 19, 2024

OPPORTUNITY TO SERVE ON COUNTY BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS

Dubuque County relies on numerous boards and commissions for important work. In September, the Board of Supervisors will consider applications for expiring and vacant positions on several boards and commissions.

If you are interested in serving on a Dubuque County board or commission, please visit our website to complete an online application or download the 2-page fillable PDF form. For more information or to access the application, visit https://www.dubuquecountyiowa.gov/293/Boards-Commissions

The boards and commissions with expiring and vacant positions include:

• Catfish Creek Watershed Management Authority Board

• Dubuque County Disabilities Council

• Eastern Iowa Regional Housing Authority

• Dubuque County Eminent Domain Compensation Commission

• Dubuque County Historic Preservation Commission

Individuals wishing to be considered for an appointment in September should submit a completed application by September 6, 2024, either online, by email to [email protected], by fax at (563) 587-4478, or by mail to Board of Supervisors, Attn: Ami Johnson, 720 Central Ave., Dubuque IA 52001.

Discover the boards and commissions that drive your local government. Find agendas, member information, and other meeting details.

07/30/2024

Today is the day!!

Please join us tonight for the Disability & Inclusion Expo at NICC Peosta rm 104A. 5-8pm. Drop in for a quick hello and peek at vendor tables or come for the presentation hour and check it tables after!!

Learn about opportunities for you/your family/your business. Connect with like minded individuals.

Check it our vendor list:
• Keystone AEA
• Miracle League
• Special Olympics
• Ark Advocates
• Ainsley’s Angels of Iowa
• Goodwill
• Unified Therapy
• Finley Therapy
• Imagine the Possibilities
• LSI
• REM
• Hills & Dales
• Loras College Lynch Disability Resource and Cultural Center
• NAMI Dubuque
• Mental Health and Disability Services of the East Central Region
• The Helping Hand
• ECIA Home Repairs
• Dubuque County Conservation
• Vocational Rehabilitation Services
• Dubuque County Auditor’s Office

Hope to see you there!!!

07/29/2024

Please join us tomorrow for the Disability & Inclusion Expo at NICC Peosta 5-8pm!
Learn about opportunities for you/your family/your business. Connect with like minded individuals.

Check it our vendor list:
• Keystone AEA
• Miracle League
• Special Olympics
• Ark Advocates
• Ainsley’s Angels of Iowa
• Goodwill
• Unified Therapy
• Finley Therapy
• Imagine the Possibilities
• LSI
• REM
• Hills & Dales
• Loras College Lynch Disability Resource and Cultural Center
• NAMI Dubuque
• Mental Health and Disability Services of the East Central Region
• The Helping Hand
• ECIA Home Repairs
• Dubuque County Conservation
• Vocational Rehabilitation Services
• Dubuque County Auditor’s Office

Hope to see you there!!!

07/25/2024

Here is a list of vendors confirmed for our Diversity & Inclusion Expo on 7/30 from 5-8pm...
• Keystone AEA - https://www.keystoneaea.org/about/schools/dubuque
• Miracle League - https://www.miracleleaguedubuque.com/
• Special Olympics - https://www.soiowa.org/
• Ark Advocates - https://www.arkadvocates.org/
• Ainsley’s Angels of Iowa - https://mvradubuque.com/ainsleys-angels-of-eastern-iowa/
• Goodwill -
https://visitgoodwill.com/
• Unified Therapy - https://unifiedtherapy.com/
• Finley Therapy - https://www.unitypoint.org/locations/unitypoint-health-pediatric-therapy-center?utm_source=gmb&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=brandify
• Imagine the Possibilities - https://imagineia.org/
• LSI -
https://lsiowa.org/
• REM -
https://www.remiowa.com/
• Hills & Dales -
Hills & Dales
• Loras College Lynch Disability Resource and Cultural Center -
loras.edu/lynch
• NAMI Dubuque - https://www.namidubuque.org/
• Mental Health and Disability Services of the East Central Region –
ecriowa.us
• The Helping Hand
• ECIA Home Repairs -
ecia.org/programs/ecia_home_repair_program.php
• Dubuque County Conservation - https://www.facebook.com/dubuquecountyconservation?ref=embed_page
• Vocational Rehabilitation Services - www.iowaworks.gov
• Dubuque County Auditor’s Office - https://www.dubuquecountyiowa.gov/165/Auditor

Hope to see you there!!!

Dubuque - Keystone Area Education Agency

07/23/2024

1 week until the Disability & Inclusion Expo! We have more than a dozen vendors confirmed to attend. Remember you can join for a few minutes or the whole event. Presentation hour is 6-7pm and vendor booths will be open an hour before and after. Continue to share.

07/15/2024

Just a reminder that our event is coming! 7/30/24 5-8pm

Vendor confirmations are coming in.
We can't wait to share all these great resources!!

If you'd like a flyer or have questions feel free to reach out!

07/03/2024

The Dubuque County Disabilities Council is hosting a Disability & Inclusion Expo! Tuesday July 30th from 5-8pm
at NICC Peosta Room 104A.
Join us to learn about organizations and activities in Dubuque County that create opportunities and dismantle barriers for people with disabilities.
Lots of great information and connections to be made. Invite your friends, bring the family, and be sure to follow us on Facebook to learn more!!