Disability News and Information

Texans of all abilities are encouraged to participate in Side-By-Side Texas, a social media campaign conducted during DD Awareness Month to raise awareness about the importance of inclusion.

Governor Greg Abbott issued a proclamation recognizing March 2019 as DD Awareness Month in Texas. The proclamation encourages Texans to support full inclusion and equality for people 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 2019-2020 class is May 1, 2019.

A new fact sheet provides an overview of the state of Medicaid services for Texans with IDD. The easy-to-read fact sheet includes statistics, rankings, and other Texas-specific information.

HHSC is seeking applicants to serve on the Medicaid Managed Care Advisory Committee. This is an opportunity for advocates to contribute to improving the quality of Medicaid managed care services in Texas.

TxDOT is seeking feedback to improve transportation for people with disabilities and older adults in rural areas. People in South Texas can provide input at a listening session, in a survey, or by phone.

TxDOT is seeking feedback to improve transportation for people with disabilities and older adults in rural areas. People in West Texas can provide input at a listening session, in a survey, or by phone.

TCDD Council member Andrew Crim developed an infographic that provides both tips to help parents identify what influences their child’s behavior and responses that can encourage positive outcomes.

TxDOT is seeking public feedback to improve transportation for people with disabilities and older adults in rural areas. You can provide your input at a regional listening session, in a survey, or by phone.

TCDD issued an RFP to fund TCDD Media Fellows programs that will support opportunities for experienced media professionals to train and mentor media fellows to create media products that cover disability-related issues.