Developmental Pathways

08/24/2026

Join us TOMORROW for this free virtual event from 10–11 a.m.! Register here to receive the Zoom link: https://bit.ly/3RmWQKx

Save the Date: August 25!

Developmental Pathways is teaming up with our partners at Arapahoe County Government and Douglas County Clerk & Recorder to bring you "Ready to Vote: A Disability Community Conversation" — a free, online event to help ensure our community feels confident and ready to vote.

- Hear directly from county elections staff on how to register, your options for voting, and how families and support staff can help someone vote independently. 🗳️
- Time for questions after each topic. 🎤
- 100% virtual — join from anywhere. 💻

This is a nonpartisan event — we're focused on helping you vote, not telling you how.

- Tuesday, August 25
- 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.
- Register here: https://bit.ly/3RmWQKx

Please RSVP by August 18 so that we have time to arrange any accessibility accommodations! RSVPs will still be accepted after that date, but we may not be able to accommodate requests submitted after.

08/20/2026

We’re thrilled to share that last month, Yudi Escobar-Morales, Bilingual Early Intervention Service Coordinator at Developmental Pathways, was nominated by a community member for the Colorado Department of Early Childhood's (CDEC) Early Childhood Champion Spotlight!

This recognition celebrates individuals who go above and beyond for young children and families across Colorado — a fitting reflection of the dedication and heart Yudi brings to her work every day.

We couldn’t be more proud to see her recognized at the state level, or more grateful for the difference she makes in the lives of the families she serves. Congratulations, Yudi. You’ve earned this. 💛

Early Childhood Champion Spotlight: Yudi Escobar Morales | Celebrating Disability Pride Month

During Disability Pride Month, we're recognizing Yudi Escobar Morales, a bilingual Early Intervention Service Coordinator who helps infants, toddlers, and their families access the support they need during the earliest years of development.

From connecting families to essential resources to guiding them through Early Intervention services with compassion and care, Yudi helps ensure children and families feel supported every step of the way.

👉 Read Yudi's full Early Childhood Champion spotlight: https://cdec.colorado.gov/news-article/early-childhood-champion-spotlight-yudi-escobar-morales

08/18/2026

Ready to Vote: A Disability Community Conversation is one week away!

Join us for this free virtual event on August 25, from 10–11 a.m. Please RSVP by August 18 so that we have time to arrange any accessibility accommodations! RSVPs will still be accepted after that date, but we may not be able to accommodate requests submitted after.

Register here: https://bit.ly/3RmWQKx

Save the Date: August 25!

Developmental Pathways is teaming up with our partners at Arapahoe County Government and Douglas County Clerk & Recorder to bring you "Ready to Vote: A Disability Community Conversation" — a free, online event to help ensure our community feels confident and ready to vote.

- Hear directly from county elections staff on how to register, your options for voting, and how families and support staff can help someone vote independently. 🗳️
- Time for questions after each topic. 🎤
- 100% virtual — join from anywhere. 💻

This is a nonpartisan event — we're focused on helping you vote, not telling you how.

- Tuesday, August 25
- 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.
- Register here: https://bit.ly/3RmWQKx

Please RSVP by August 18 so that we have time to arrange any accessibility accommodations! RSVPs will still be accepted after that date, but we may not be able to accommodate requests submitted after.

08/14/2026

Last chance! Voting in the 2026 Colorado Parent Magazine Family Favorites Contest closes after tomorrow, August 15 — don’t miss it: https://coloradoparent.com/family-favorites/

You can vote for Developmental Pathways once per day in the following categories:
- Favorite Nonprofit/Outreach Program (Local)
- Favorite Special Needs Healthcare Company (Family Health)

Every vote counts — please share with friends and family so we can finish strong!

08/13/2026

Colorado is seeking public input on proposed changes to its HCBS waivers.

The Colorado Department of Health Care Policy & Financing (HCPF) is accepting public comment on proposed amendments for the nine 1915(c) HCBS waivers: Brain Injury (BI), Children with Complex Health Needs (CwCHN), Children’s Extensive Supports (CES), Children’s Habilitation Residential Program (CHRP), Community Mental Health Supports (CMHS), Complementary and Integrative Health (CIH), Developmental Disabilities (DD), Elderly, Blind, and Disabled (EBD), and Supported Living Services (SLS).

Comment period: Open through September 4, 2026.

Review the details: Draft waivers and an amendment fact sheet are available at hcpf.colorado.gov/hcbs-public-comment

Submit your comments:
- Email: [email protected] 📧
- Mail: Dept. of Health Care Policy and Financing, 303 E. 17th Avenue, Suite 1100, Denver, CO 80203, Attn: HCBS Waiver Amendments ✉️
- Phone: 303-866-3684 📞
- Fax: 303-866-2786, Attn: HCBS Waiver Amendments 📠

Your feedback helps shape the future of Colorado’s HCBS programs!

08/12/2026

We want to hear from you! Join DP's next Community Advisory Committee (CAC) meeting on Wednesday, Aug. 26, 2026, from 4:30 to 6:00 p.m. and share your experiences, perspectives, and ideas.

The CAC values community input and wants to hear directly from the people it serves. Providing public comment is a quick and easy way to elevate your voice, tell your story, and help inform discussions that can shape programs, services, and future priorities.

Public comments are welcome at the beginning of every CAC meeting, with options to participate in person, virtually, or by phone. Anyone planning to provide public comment should register by 10:00 a.m. on Aug. 25 using our CAC Public Comment Form at https://bit.ly/3CjvuO0.

Questions? Contact [email protected]. CAC members may not be able to respond directly, but DP staff can help address needs and connect community members with support. We look forward to hearing from you!

08/11/2026

08/11/2026

Join Developmental Pathways, Arapahoe County Government, and Douglas County Clerk & Recorder for Ready to Vote: A Disability Community Conversation, a free virtual event on August 25 from 10 -11 a.m.! Register at https://bit.ly/3RmWQKx

Save the Date: August 25!

Developmental Pathways is teaming up with our partners at Arapahoe County Government and Douglas County Clerk & Recorder to bring you "Ready to Vote: A Disability Community Conversation" — a free, online event to help ensure our community feels confident and ready to vote.

- Hear directly from county elections staff on how to register, your options for voting, and how families and support staff can help someone vote independently. 🗳️
- Time for questions after each topic. 🎤
- 100% virtual — join from anywhere. 💻

This is a nonpartisan event — we're focused on helping you vote, not telling you how.

- Tuesday, August 25
- 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.
- Register here: https://bit.ly/3RmWQKx

Please RSVP by August 18 so that we have time to arrange any accessibility accommodations! RSVPs will still be accepted after that date, but we may not be able to accommodate requests submitted after.

08/07/2026

We were honored to host the second annual Unbridled Rodeo alongside the Douglas County Fair & Rodeo, celebrating accessibility, inclusion, and community. Take a look at CBS Colorado's coverage of this unforgettable day!

Sunday is the last day of the Douglas County Fair and Rodeo, a special tradition that goes back more than a century in the community. It now includes a new event that allows those with disabilities to experience the rodeo firsthand.

08/05/2026

Yeehaw – the Unbridled Rodeo rode into town last week and what a day it was!

Huge thanks to everyone who joined us at the Douglas County Fair & Rodeo, where we celebrated inclusivity and community through an adaptive rodeo made for everyone to enjoy, regardless of ability.

A special shoutout to all our partners: Douglas County Colorado, Integrated Life Choices, Autism Store Colorado, Affinity Ranch, Colorado Ballet, thehivecommunitycenter, McNichols Miniatures, The Mane Mission, and Wellspring Community

Thank you also to the fairground staff and dedicated volunteers who made this rodeo possible, along with Douglas County Commissioners Laydon and Van Winkle for their support — we couldn’t have done it without you all!

Until next time, happy trails, folks! 🤠

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