The Association of Developmental Disabilities Providers: Why join the ADDP?

"I'm so glad to be part of an organization that advocates so effectively for the people we support. Great job, ADDP!"
Mary Devlin
Massachusetts State Director
Institute of Professional Practice

"It is terrific to be a part of such a great organization with such a strong leader who has taken us to new heights. Together, we all worked very hard and brought about an outcome that we can all be proud of. We made a difference in people's lives."
Nancy Silver Hargreaves
President & CEO
WCI, Inc.

"Gary and the Board's good work confirmed the value of being a member of the ADDP."
Kevin Rodman Conare
President & CEO
Kennedy-Donovan Center

"A huge thanks to the ADDP for putting its heart and head into the battle protecting DMR from 9C cuts, as well as being crucial in the passage of rate reform. We consistently work well together under very difficult circumstances. It is great to see what can happen when we have good ideas and a single powerful voice."
Scott M. Bock
President & CEO
Riverside Community Care

"What a great job! ADDP's advocacy has been terrific—and obviously effective. We do come together—and it works!"
Marylou Sullivan
Executive Director
Western Massachusetts Training Consortium, Inc.

Why Join the ADDP?

Given the fiscal uncertainty in our state and nation, providers need leadership and effective representation with Massachusetts' top officials and legislators. Over the past year, the ADDP has demonstrated this critical leadership by securing a new rate law, protecting DMR programs from crippling 9C cuts, and more.

We need your help to continue to do this work. Now, more than ever, your investment in ADDP membership will pay dividends on behalf of the individuals you serve, your organization, and those you employ.

As a member of the ADDP, you will receive numerous benefits, including:

Timely communications with information that matters

Regular electronic communication from Executive Director Gary Blumenthal that gives members the latest news on the state budget, administrative actions, and other information of importance
Weekly electronic mailing of a compilation of news clippings on the field from across the state
Quarterly membership meetings

Contact with decision-makers

Access to legislative leadership
Effective advocacy on your behalf, including regular meetings with DMR and other administration officials

Low-cost insurance

A new, members-only insurance program that may provide significant cost savings to your organization

Educational opportunities

Workshops and Fire Safety Trainings—at discounted rates
Annual Conference & EXPO—at a discounted rate

A forum for speaking your mind

Access to a members-only Internet forum where you can express your views on a variety of important subjects

Active committees on subjects that matter

Legislative
Residential Rates
Training/Conference
Transportation
Employment & Day Supports
Day Hab

In these economically perilous times, we need to be the strongest "voice at the table" to secure the future of disability services in the Commonwealth. Please add your voice to ours—join the ADDP now.

If you have any questions or concerns about ADDP membership, please call Executive Director Gary Blumenthal at 781-891-7327, x 12, or President Bob Richards at 508-872-0669, x 201.