CDIC El Paso

09/05/2026

¡La inscripción ya está abierta para el primer evento virtual , Living Stronger de NORD completamente en español! 🎉 https://bit.ly/4cpOQjh

Únase a nosotros el sábado 3 de octubre, de mediodía a 2:30 p.m. ET en Zoom para un evento gratuito que reúne a pacientes, familias y cuidadores de enfermedades raras para la educación y la conexión con la comunidad.

Los participantes pueden esperar:
• Información dirigida por expertos sobre genética y los próximos pasos después de un diagnóstico de una enfermedad rara
• Oportunidades para conectarse con otros pacientes y familias

La programación será en español, con interpretación simultánea en vivo disponible en inglés.

Regístrese hoy: https://bit.ly/4cpOQjh

Por favor, comparta esta información con alguien de su comunidad que pueda beneficiarse de este evento.

09/05/2026

¡Ya están abiertas las inscripciones para el primer evento virtual de National Organization for Rare Disorders, Inc. (NORD) íntegramente en español! 🎉 https://bit.ly/4i6JPzG
Sera el sábado 3 de octubre, desde el mediodía hasta las 2:30 p. m. (hora del Este), en Zoom, en un evento gratuito que reunirá a pacientes de enfermedades raras, familias y cuidadores de habla hispana para ofrecerles información y fomentar los vínculos comunitarios.
Los asistentes podrán acceder a información a cargo de expertos sobre genética y sobre cómo dar los siguientes pasos tras el diagnóstico de una enfermedad rara, además de tener la oportunidad de conectarse con otros pacientes y familias.
El programa se llevará a cabo en español, con interpretación simultánea en vivo disponible en inglés.
Inscibase enseguida: https://bit.ly/4i6JPzG

Registration is now open for NORD’s first virtual event entirely in Spanish! 🎉 https://bit.ly/4i6JPzG

Join us Saturday, Oct. 3, from noon to 2:30 p.m. ET on Zoom for a free event bringing Spanish-speaking rare disease patients, families, and caregivers together for education and community connection.

Attendees can expect expert-led information on genetics and navigating next steps after a rare disease diagnosis, along with opportunities to connect with other patients and families.

Programming will be in Spanish, with simultaneous live interpretation available in English.

Register today: https://bit.ly/4i6JPzG

Please share this with someone in your community who may benefit from this event.

09/04/2026

🍂 IMPORTANT CDIC OFFICE UPDATE 🍂

Children’s Disabilities Information Coalition (CDIC) would like to inform our families, community partners, and friends that our offices are temporarily closed during the month of September.

❤️ We truly appreciate your patience, understanding, and continued support during this time.

📅 We look forward to returning on October 1, 2026, ready to continue providing information, resources, training, and support to families of children and youth with disabilities and our community.

Thank you for being part of the CDIC family. We look forward to seeing and serving you again soon! 💙💛💕💜

📧 [email protected]

09/04/2026

🍂 ACTUALIZACIÓN IMPORTANTE DE LA OFICINA DE CDIC 🍂

Children’s Disabilities Information Coalition (CDIC) desea informar a nuestras familias, socios comunitarios y amistades que nuestras oficinas estarán temporalmente cerradas durante el mes de septiembre.

❤️ Agradecemos sinceramente su paciencia, comprensión y apoyo continuo durante este tiempo.

📅 Esperamos regresar el 1 de octubre de 2026, listos para continuar brindando información, recursos, capacitaciones y apoyo a las familias de niños y jóvenes con discapacidades y a nuestra comunidad.

¡Gracias por ser parte de la familia de CDIC! Esperamos volver a verles y servirles muy pronto. 💙💛💕💜

Children’s Disabilities Information Coalition (CDIC)
📧 [email protected]

09/02/2026

Sharing this important meeting. :)

🗣️ Sun Metro LIFT Riders ... September Starts With You!

Paratransit is a Civil Right — and your experience matters!

The Sun Metro LIFT is supposed to help people with disabilities get around El Paso — to work, school, appointments, and the places that make life feel full. But many riders, especially youth, deal with long waits, early pickups, confusing schedules, and stress that shouldn’t be part of simply getting a ride.

If you’ve ever felt ignored, rushed, or stuck because of the LIFT, you’re not alone. And you deserve better.

Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), paratransit must be fair and reliable — just like regular bus service.

That means:
• You can request a ride one day before.
• The LIFT must arrive within one hour of the time you asked for.
• Service must cover the same areas and hours as regular buses.

These are your rights — not favors.

Your voice can change things

Join the Paratransit Advisory Meeting on Thursday, Sept. 3, 2026, at either 10:00 AM or 6:00 PM MST. Share what you’ve been through. Speak up for yourself and for other youth who depend on the LIFT every day.

Access the meetings in Microsoft Teams:

tinyurl.com/pac-meeting

Meeting ID: 251 952 137 455
Passcode: u9n9Ss
Phone: +1 915-213-4096, 409220137 #
Conf ID: 409 220 137 #

08/24/2026

💙 Planning for the Future of a Loved One with a Disability?

A Special Needs Trust is a legal arrangement designed to help protect assets for an individual with a disability while helping preserve eligibility for certain government benefits.

🔹 Important things to know:
• Special Needs Trusts must follow both federal and state laws, so working with a qualified attorney is important.
• A Special Needs Trust does not always have to be a separate document. Its provisions may sometimes be included in other estate-planning documents, such as a will.
• Proper planning can help families provide additional financial support for their loved one without unintentionally affecting eligibility for certain public benefits.

📌 Families considering a Special Needs Trust should speak with an attorney experienced in special needs and estate planning to determine the best option for their individual circumstances.

Knowledge is an important part of planning for the future. 💙
Read more here: https://www.forbes.com/advisor/legal/estate-law/special-needs-trust/

If you’re the parent of a child with special needs, you’re aware of the vital role you play in fulfilling their medical, social, emotional and financial needs. You also know the pivotal yet challenging role that needs-based government assistance programs, such as Medicaid, play in your child’s...

08/19/2026

🚨 SAVE THE DATE, EL PASO! 🚨🧩✨ Something BIG is coming! ✨🧩
Join us for the 3rd Annual El Paso for Autism Conference! 💙❤️

📅 Friday, December 4, 2026
📍 Region 19 Head ESC Region 19 Head Start
🎓 CEUs Available

Get ready for a day filled with valuable information, resources, learning opportunities, and connections for families, educators, professionals, and our community. 🤝📚💡

📣 More information is coming soon!
☎️ For questions, contact CDIC at (915) 217-2747

💙 Mark your calendars and help us spread the word!

08/18/2026

Just sharing...
Interested in becoming a vendor? Complete the vendor interest form here: https://form.jotform.com/262219135663053

💜 RelentlessIQ is incredibly honored for the opportunity to serve on the planning committee for next year’s Tim Tebow Foundation Night to Shine! 💜

Night to Shine is an unforgettable prom-night experience created especially for individuals with disabilities. Our honored guests look forward to this magical celebration all year, patiently waiting for their special night to dress up, dance, be celebrated, and feel this beautiful moment! 👑

To help make next year’s event possible, we are looking for amazing local vendors to join our Vendor Market on September 26!

This is your opportunity to showcase your business, products, talents, or services while supporting an incredible cause. Your participation helps raise funds for Night to Shine, so your business gets noticed while helping create one of the best nights of someone’s life. It’s truly a win-win! 🙌

Interested in becoming a vendor? Complete our vendor interest form here:
https://form.jotform.com/262219135663053

📅 September 26 | 11:00 AM–3:00 PM
📍 Montwood Church of Christ
11845 Bob Mitchell Drive

08/14/2026

💜🩵 Hablemos. Escuchemos. Salvemos vidas.

Conferencia en Español!

Acompáñenos con nuestros amigos de Autism Hope El Paso Inc. y Angel’s Mission en la Conferencia de Prevención de Suicidio y aprenda cómo reconocer señales de alerta, responder ante una crisis y fortalecer nuestra comunidad.

📅 28 de septiembre de 2026
⏰ 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 EPCC – 9050 Viscount Blvd.

📲 ¡Inscríbase hoy! Cupo limitado. Escanee el código QR del flyer.

08/05/2026

Join Rio Vista Outpatient for an afternoon of connection, learning, and community support. Parents, families, community members, and anyone interested in learning more about available mental health services are welcome!

Come meet the team, tour the outpatient facility, learn about programs and services, and enjoy activities, giveaways, and light refreshments.

🎒 Free school supplies will be distributed to the community while supplies last!

Everyone is welcome to attend and discover how Rio Vista Outpatient supports mental health, well-being, and stronger communities.