Frequently Asked Questions - TCDD

As a resident of Texas, we understand how important it is to easily access the information you need on our site. We have compiled some of our most requested resources below to help you get the information you need.

All Public Information Act requests are to be submitted through our designated state agency, Texas Education Agency (TEA). This is the link to their page: https://tea.texas.gov/about-tea/contact-us/public-information-requests

If you are a resident in Texas, and want to see if you qualify for benefits you may apply here: https://www.yourtexasbenefits.com/Learn/Home

If you need further assistance, please visit https://www.hhs.texas.gov/services or call the HHSC main number: (512) 424-6500.

Laws and resources exist to help protect people with disabilities from being bullied at work. Learn More»

Who are People with Disabilities?

People with disabilities are — first and foremost — people. People with disabilities are people who have individual abilities, interests and needs. For the most part, they are ordinary individuals seeking to live ordinary lives. People with disabilities are moms, dads, sons, daughters, sisters, brothers, friends, neighbors, coworkers, students and teachers.  About 54 million Americans — one out of every five individuals — have a disability. Their contributions enrich our communities and society as they live, work and share their lives. Read More»

Through grant projects, policy activities, and community engagement, TCDD expands opportunities for Texans with DD to engage in healthy behaviors and find DD-informed health care. Our efforts also build community-provider networks, develop health training for providers to people with DD, and educate people with DD about sexual health and healthy relationships.

The following lists on this page include examples of TCDD-funded projects that developed and tested new ways to address health care access, mental health care, healthy relationships, and sexual assault response and prevention for people with DD. Learn More»

Get connected with your Regional Coordinator to learn more about what is happening in your part of Texas.

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