Resource Library
GMSA is a strong organization because it is run by and for self-advocates. We have created resources and training materials that should only be presented by people with developmental disabilities. We encourage staff, teachers, parents, and allies to support self-advocates in teaching this material. However, our resources and trainings cannot be presented or used without self-advocates leading the way. If you have questions, contact us! We are happy to help you learn how to support people with developmental disabilities to use these resources.
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GMSA collaborated with DDSD to create slides/handouts describing in plain language residential supports provided to Vermonters with developmental disabilities to live in their communities. Click here to review this information.
Learn how your self-advocacy group can make money with your knowledge of Easy Read and plain language formats! This resource how to make money through focus groups, translation, and writing.
A few years ago, ASAN created a 36 pages toolkit focused on how the Home and Community-Based Services Settings Rule helps us live in the community. Community living means being able to live near people with and without disabilities, in…
Dealing with a loss is hard. People with disabilities can be left out of the picture. Often people think we can’t handle the deep emotions when someone dies. Here is an important opportunity to come up with ways our self-advocacy…
What is Roe v. Wade? What does it mean if the US Supreme Court overturns this decision? How will this change the way we get healthcare? The goal of this session is to present the facts in plain language. This…
This activity helps people learn more about relationships in a fun and carefree spirit – by playing Jeopardy! Participants will answer questions from categories like: “Marry, Date or Dump;” and “Meet the Parents.” We shared this game with you to…
On April 21st, 2022, GMSA peer leaders met with more than 40 self-advocates to talk about mental health. What helps? What does not work? For sure, something that works for 1 person may not work for others. We thank self-advocates…
It is about all the different ways a person experiences discrimination. So, for Tiffany, she might face discrimination because she: Has a disability Is Black Is gay Is a woman Here is a recording of a Zoom Meeting with Self-Advocates discussing…
GMSA facilitated a Town Hall session with self-advocates. They discussed what works and what does not work when getting remote support from staff. Comments were used to write a blog for the National Association of State Directors of Developmental Disabilities…
Learn more about doing a Covid-19 test at home. It is also called a self-test. We will discuss when to do a test and how to get one. We will share videos and easy-to-use information. Click here for the handouts/slides