Otero County Advocates for Developmental Disabilities

11/01/2024

09/27/2024

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08/31/2024

Bowling with Otero County Special Olympics.
If you want to participate or know someone who might be interested, please contact Christina @ 575 921 2193.

08/31/2024

We had a great time for our "Hangout " at Baskin Robbins today.
Thank you all for coming.

08/29/2024

Otero County Special Olympics is starting their bowling Fall session. If you are interested or want more information please contact Christina @575 921 2193.

08/27/2024

Update: change of location:
Calling all artists with Autism and intellectual disabilities!
Grab the opportunity to showcase your artwork at the Otero County Fair Fine Arts Exhibit.
The Otero County Fair starts September 19th and goes to September 22nd 2024.

If you want your Art to be shown at this year's Fine Arts and Photography exhibit, please come to our next Let's Hangout meeting on August 30th 2024 now @ Baskin Robbins

Join us for a special meeting to learn more about how you can participate in the Otero County Fair Fine Arts Exhibit.
This meeting will include information on how to submit your artwork, socialize with fellow artists, and enjoy some delicious treats and hangout with like-minded people.

OCADD is kindly waiving the entrance fee for the exhibit (max: 2 entries) for participants diagnosed with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Attached are the necessary forms for participation. Don't miss this opportunity to showcase your creativity and talent at the fair!
More information about the 2024 Otero County Fair can be found here: oterocountyfair.com

For more details or inquiries, please contact Christina @ 575 921 2193.
I can't wait to see you at the meeting and see your amazing art at the Otero County Fair Fine Arts Exhibit!
Bring your art work to the meeting!

08/27/2024

Please save the date:
The Alamogordo Police Department Mobile Crisis Response Team is collaborating with the Otero County Advocates for Developmental Disabilities (OCADD) for an event called “United for Autism.”

It will be a community partnership of services specifically for our community members or family members of those with Autism.

It will be at the Alamogordo Civic Center on Saturday 9/28/2024 from 10 am- 2pm.

More information to come and we hope to see you there.
Picture: Donation of Sensory bags to the Roswell Police Department

04/28/2024

We have a calendar with weekly activities and events. This calendar will be posted on our social media accounts: Otero County Advocates for Developmental Disabilities, Disability Community Information and Resource Center Otero County, and Instagram .
If you are interested in receiving this calendar please send an email to [email protected]
You will be added to our email list and you will not miss any of our events/activities in the future.

04/19/2024

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04/19/2024

Thanks to a generous donation from the 100 Women Who Care Alamogordo, the Otero County Advocates for Developmental Disabilities were able to provide the AMR EMT staff with 10 sensory bags to be used in their ambulances.
What is the importance of Sensory Bags for First Responders?
When we think of first responders, we often imagine police cars, fire trucks, and ambulances rushing to help in an emergency. However, what we may not consider is that certain responders are now carrying sensory bags with them. These bags contain items like fidget toys, headphones, sunglasses, and communication boards to help individuals with autism in times of crisis.
Autism is a disorder that affects communication and social interaction skills, making it challenging for individuals to respond to certain situations, particularly emergencies. A sensory bag can act as a tool to deescalate a situation, keeping the individual calm and distracted while the responders attend to the emergency.
First responders are also being trained to recognize when someone may have autism. This training is crucial as autism can be difficult to recognize initially. By providing additional training, responders can better understand the needs of those with autism and provide better assistance.
The Alamogordo Police Department and the Crisis Intervention Team offer Crisis Intervention Team training to help first responders understand autism and other mental health conditions. After the trainees completed their training they will receive a sensory bag from the Otero County Advocates for Developmental Disabilities.
In conclusion, sensory bags for first responders are an innovative and thoughtful solution to help individuals with autism in times of crisis. Alongside proper training, we can ensure the safety and wellbeing of all individuals in an emergency situation.
So far our organization has donated 100 sensory bags to local First Responders, EMT’s and the community.
If you have questions or want more information, please feel free to contact Christina @ 575 921 2193 or @ [email protected].

04/16/2024

Please see the information below from the NM Department of Transportation about the inspection of car seats on April 27.