Disability News and Information

Antes de que un joven con discapacidad cumpla 26 años, asegúrese de que continúe la cobertura de su seguro de salud. Si reúne los requisitos, la extensión del seguro de salud no es automática y es necesario que tome algunas decisiones.

Before a young adult with a disability reaches age 26, you may want to take action to ensure health insurance coverage continues. There are multiple options available, including continuing with your current plan.

In his proclamation recognizing May as Mental Health Month, Governor Greg Abbott encourages all Texans to learn about mental health conditions so they can help reduce the stigma that surrounds these conditions.

In his proclamation recognizing March as Developmental Disabilities (DD) Awareness Month, Governor Greg Abbott encourages all Texans to support full inclusion and equality for Texans with DD.

Texas Partners in Policymaking is an advanced leadership development training program for self-advocates and parents of children with DD. The deadline to apply for the 2018 to 2019 class is May 1, 2018.

October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM). Learn about the resources and ideas available to help you or your organization get involved and raise awareness.

The Texas HireAbility campaign aims to connect job seekers with disabilities with employers and to raise awareness about the benefits of hiring people with disabilities.

Disability Rights Texas is providing free trainings on supported decision-making and alternatives to guardianship. Trainings can be provided in-person or online.

TCDD provides translation and interpretation services stipends to reduce linguistic barriers to access services and supports. These stipends may be useful in communities impacted by Hurricane Harvey.

Many Texans with disabilities will transition from traditional Medicaid to Medicaid managed care and how you receive your health care could change.