New Mexico Developmental Disabilities Council

08/23/2026

Relaxed Night at the New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science is happening Aug 27th. Enjoy smaller crowds, lower sounds, no flashing lights; a great opportunity for those who may become overwhelmed otherwise.

Friendly reminder that our next Relaxed Night is coming up next Thursday, Aug. 27! If you haven't attended before, Relaxed Nights are evenings for anyone who might get overwhelmed by crowds, sounds, or flashing lights. Or, for visitors who simply enjoy smaller crowds.

For this event, we will be exploring symbols of the United States. Our country is turning 250, join us and take the evening to learn more about symbols of the U.S in a more laid-back atmosphere.

08/21/2026

Join us for our monthly in-person social group. Have fun playing board games and meeting new people.
Adult groups are every 2nd Tuesday from 1pm - 3pm
Groups will meet at the DDC office:
625 Silver Ave SW - Albuquerque, NM 87102
Please contact us at [email protected] to rsvp or for more information

08/18/2026

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From our friends at ADAC - Albuquerque Disability Arts Collaborative

08/18/2026

The Developmental Disabilities Council is proud to be supporting the 2026 Self-Advocacy Summit!
The summit will be held in Albuquerque on Sept 18th, 2026. Please visit https://givebutter.com/2026-summit-xr7mn7 to register.

Connect, lead, and grow at the 2026 Self-Advocacy Summit! The Arc of New Mexico is bringing together voices from across the state to learn new skills, share experiences, and drive community inclusion. Register now to join us: https://givebutter.com/2026-summit-xr7mn7

08/14/2026

Registration now open for the New Mexico Aging & Long-Term Services Conference on Aging

08/08/2026

Have questions about the DDSD waiver allocation process?

The New Mexico Health Care Authority's Developmental Disabilities Supports Division (DDSD) is here to help. Join our free virtual Allocation Office Hours to get answers about the allocation process, learn about DD and Mi Via Waiver programs, and better understand available services and supports.

Upcoming Office Hours
📅 Aug. 11 & 25
📅 Sept. 8 & 22
🕛 12 to 1 p.m. (MT)

🔗Link in the comments or scan the QR code.
📞 Need help joining? Call 505-630-9555 for assistance.

We look forward to helping you connect with the information and resources you need.

08/07/2026

The Developmental Disabilities Council is excited to be apart of the Pueblo of Acoma Health and Human Services Division's Health Fair. Thank you POA for putting on an amazing event!

07/31/2026

As Disability Pride Month comes to a close, our commitment to inclusion, accessibility, and disability rights continues every day of the year.

This month reminds us to celebrate the strengths, voices, and contributions of people with disabilities while recognizing the progress we've made together. Here in New Mexico, we've reached important milestones, including the passage of the Supported Decision-Making Act, signed into law in July 2025 by Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham, which expanded options for individuals with disabilities to make their own decisions with the support they choose.

While there is still work to do, every step forward is made possible by self-advocates, families, community partners, and allies who continue to champion equal opportunities and full inclusion.

Thank you for celebrating Disability Pride Month. Let's continue building communities where every person is valued, included, and empowered—not just in July, but all year long.

-NM DDC

07/31/2026

Last night the Developmental Disabilities Council was honored to attend the Disability Pride New Mexico Awards. Thank you DPNM for hosting such an amazing event and for recognizing and elevating so many impactful voices!

07/10/2026

Save the Date
Registration for this conference will be opening soon. Please follow New Mexico Aging & Long-Term Services for more information

We hope you enjoyed the Fourth of July, and we're excited for what's to come. This year's Conference on Aging will bring together community members from across New Mexico to learn, share experiences, discover resources, and build new connections.

If you're excited about what's ahead, we invite you to join us. Registration for the 2026 Conference on Aging will be coming soon. Stay tuned!