Mesa Developmental Services is a non-profit organization that provides community based services and supports for persons with developmental disabilities of Mesa County.

We promote, within caring environments, opportunities that nurture personal growth, improve self esteem, support community inclusion, and advance the independence of those served.

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"MDS...making dreams realities"

MDS serves approximately 650 people from birth through senior citizens with a full continuum of services customized to meet needs and assist  each person in living as independently as possible. The agency operates seven days a week, 24 hours a day, employing approximately 375 people.


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ARC Flim Festival

SPEC-TRA: Giving Everyone a Chance

Connections Conference 2012

March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month

Mesa Developmental Services to Save $1 Million with Solar Power

Final Report FOTF Cover Letter - Alliance

Focus on the Future Final Report - Alliance

Emplyment Awareness Proclamation Month



Happening at the Botanical Gardens…


Beginners Class in Butterfly Identification
April 12
Class: 10 a.m. to noon.
Presentation will include a collection of local butterflies and a PowerPoint presentation. Cost $15. For more information contact Michelle at the Gardens at 245-3288

Sunset Stroll at the “Flying Dog” Sculpture at the Gardens
April 27
More information to come.



Fundraising Event for Hope Prom 2012
“Murder Among the Mateys”



On April 19th, the BEACON SENIOR NEWSPAPER will announce the winner for 2012 Volunteer of the Year at Beaconfest!
Now YOU have the opportunity to vote for the winner!
MDS is proud to announce Lois Bell as one of the nominees for Volunteer of the Year.
The easiest way to cast your vote and help make Lois "VOY" is to visit the Beacon website at
www.BeaconSeniorNews.com.
On their homepage will be a page listing each of the nominees. Voting will close at 5p.m. on April 12th.
You can also vote by mailing your ballot- found in the current issue of BEACON SENIOR NEWSPAPER and mail it to:
BEACON Senior Newspaper
PO Box 2895
Grand Junction, CO 81502



Two Training Sessions for Stakeholders, Teachers, Families and Community Members about Resources and Information Available.




Application for Eligibility and Services
Please download and fill out this application and email it to: Mary Anne Dee

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