New Mexico Developmental Disabilities Planning Council

01/01/2021

State of New Mexico staffs a support line specifically for caregivers. The line is available 24/7 to support COVID-19 frontline workers. Get connected to a professional counselor. Call 855-507-5509.

12/31/2020

Mental Health Resolutions for 2021
Practice Gratitude, Prioritize Joy, & Learn to Say No Sometimes
All Three Help Decrease Stress & Improve Your Well-Being!

12/24/2020

Do One Less Thing - Shifting your expectations during holidays so that you can focus on the most important things helps reduce stress. https://www.newmexico.gov/stress/

12/23/2020

A 9 week Zoom Program features weekly 90 minute sessions designed for family caregivers of those with chronic illnesses call Sharon Lewis at 830-377-1484.

12/19/2020

Didn't Receive the Federal Economic Impact Payment?
HSD & TRD are providing a one-time payment of up to $750 for eligible New Mexico households.
Go to: www.yes.state.nm.us/yesnm/pandemic/cares

12/15/2020

The Holidays Can Bring On Stress and Sadness.
We Have Emotional Support Resources
Go To: https://www.newmexico.gov/stress/
OR you can talk to trained staff
call 1-855-NMCRISIS (662-7474) 24 hours a day/7 days a week.

12/12/2020

Social distancing, quarantine, and isolation can be overwhelming and cause strong emotions in adults and children. If you have any questions about COVID-19 call the New Mexico Department of Health Coronavirus Information by phone 1-855-600-3453 or online https://cv.nmhealth.org

12/11/2020

Volunteer Opportunity - The City of ABQ is looking for 2 volunteer drivers to deliver 25 food bags each day to seniors from 10am to 2:00pm, Monday – Friday until December 31st. Vehicles will be provided, please contact [email protected]

12/07/2020

Here's a Few Tips to Avoid Depression During the Holidays:
Acknowledge your feelings, Reach out, Be Realistic, Set Aside differences, Plan ahead, Learn to say no, Don't abandon healthy habits, & Seek professional help if you need it.

12/04/2020

New Roadrunner Food Bank Distribution
Starting Tuesday, Dec 1 and every Tuesday at the New Location: EXPO New Mexico, 300 San Pedro Dr. NE (use Gate 3 at San Pedro and Copper)
9 am start time, gates open at 7 am
Anticipate serving 750 households every week

11/27/2020

Holidays Can Be Difficult But You Are Never Alone
In New Mexico, you can talk to trained staff if you have mental health or substance abuse concerns: call 1-855-NMCRISIS (662-7474) 24 hours a day/7 days a week. You are not alone and it is normal to feel anxious and worried. You can confidentially reach out to talk to someone anytime and anyplace.

11/25/2020

Where to get a Free Thanksgiving Meal
https://www.krqe.com/krqe-plus/community-reports/where-you-can-get-free-thanksgiving-meals-in-new-mexico/

11/19/2020

Stress and anxiety are treatable. You are never alone. In New Mexico, you can talk to trained staff: call 1-855-NMCRISIS (662-7474) 24 hours a day/7 days a week. Reach out to talk to someone anytime and anyplace.

11/17/2020

FREE Covid-19 Drive Thru Testing on Wednesdays
Every Wednesday from 8-9 am, @ Casa de Salud located at:
1608 Isleta Blvd SW, Albuq. Call 505-907-8311 to preregister.

11/12/2020

Taking Care of You Is Important for your Mental Health
-Identify the stress you are feeling
-Focus on today without worrying about what "could" happen in the future
-Do something for yourself, such as take a walk outside or watch your favorite show that makes you laugh

11/10/2020

Seniors Form COVID Pods to Ward Off Isolation This Winter.
Older adults are deliberating what to do. Some are forming “bubbles” with small groups of friends who agree on pandemic …
https://khn.org/news/seniors-form-covid-pods-to-ward-off-isolation-this-winter/

11/06/2020

The DDPC Quarterly Council Meeting is coming up on Monday, November 9, 2020, 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM. The meeting will be held remotely via Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81957515210?pwd=NEtkL0NUVXVIbm50M2hmN1VRdjZPZz09

11/03/2020

Bernalillo County Housing Department is extending the deadline to apply for the Bernalillo County CARES Rental and Utility Assistance grant for qualified county residents. The new deadline to apply is Dec. 5. Go to: https://www.bernco.gov/coronavirus

10/29/2020

Self-Care Ideas During Covid -19
- Lean on a friend or family member for emotional support
- Focus on what you can control
- Plan a lunchtime video chat with a friend or co-worker
- Read a motivational article

10/27/2020

Help DDPC Spread the Word and Stay Healthy!
FREE UNM Drive Thru Flu Shots on Saturday, October 31, 2020 @ UNM Family Health at Cibola High School, 1510 Ellison Dr. NW 9am- 3pm, 6 months and up.

10/23/2020

You are never alone...If you need someone to talk to reach out
and call the Peer-to-Peer Warmline at (855) 466-7100
• available to talk every day from 3:30p - 11:30p MT
• available by text from 6:00p - 11:00p MT

10/23/2020

On November 20, the New Mexico Leadership in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities Program is hosting the LEND Legislative Advocacy Institute. To register contact HSC-NM [email protected]

10/22/2020

Real Work Stories | Think Work

Read about the employment success stories of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities at https://www.thinkwork.org/project/real-work-stories

Welcome! This site highlights the employment successes of people with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) who are working in paid jobs in their communities. Through the use of innovative, front-line employment support practices, these individuals are earning money, forming networks, an...

10/21/2020

Accessibility Online Session Details

Check out this webinar about a research study with industry leaders on disability inclusion in the workplace: https://www.accessibilityonline.org/ADA-Audio/archives/110756

Discussions about the meaningful inclusion of workers with disabilities are often missing from research and practice. Join us as the presenters discuss the findings from a research study that included interviewing industry leaders involved in the diversity and inclusion efforts of more than 40 busin...

10/20/2020

Accessibility Online Session Details

Want to know about strategies and approaches to increase the hiring and retention of individuals with disabilities? Watch the following webinar: https://www.accessibilityonline.org/ADA-Audio/archives/110816

Just in time to prepare for National Disability Employment Awareness Month, join us as our presenters highlight practical strategies and innovative approaches that employers, disability advocates, job seekers with disabilities and vocational rehabilitation professionals can use to increase the hirin...

10/15/2020

Abuse can happen to anyone, so if you feel uncomfortable in your home or if you have a caregiver who is exhibiting abusive behavior please call the New Mexico Adult Protective Service at 866-654-3219 or the New Mexico Coalition Against Domestic Violence at 505-246-9240.

10/15/2020

Celebrating ADA30: A Discussion on Youth Employment from the ADA Generation

Interested in the experience of young people with disabilities with employment? Watch the following webinar from the Employer Assistance and Resource Network on Disability Inclusion. https://askearn.org/training-center/webinars/celebrating-ada30-a-discussion-on-youth-employment-from-the-ada-generation/ #NDEAM

Celebrating ADA30: A Discussion on Youth Employment from the ADA Generation August 3, 2020 by YTI Web In times of great change, we must also celebrate progress toward the goal of equal opportunity for people with disabilities. July marks the 30th anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disa...

10/07/2020

Not only is this year the 30th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities act, but this October is the 75th National Disability Employment Awareness Month #NDEAM #ADA30

10/06/2020

Is COVID-19 getting you down? You are not alone, call 1-855-NMCRISIS (662–7474) 24 hours a day/7 days a week

10/03/2020

The NM Disability Coalition will kick off 2021 Disability Rights Awareness Day with a training on voting on Oct. 5, 2020, from 10:30 a.m. to noon. The event is free, but registration is required. Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_GajdA7hWRIqYDYKLDIU2AQ

09/30/2020

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Today is the deadline to participate in the US Census. Please fill it out at https://2020census.gov/

Learn about the 2020 Census - how to respond, and why it matters. Shape your future. START HERE.

09/29/2020

Need COVID-19 Resources to help you get through this pandemic? Send us your email @ [email protected] state.nm.us or call us at 505.841.4519. We can help you!

09/29/2020

I Count NM | I Count Because I Care

The deadline to fill out the 2020 Census is tomorrow, September 30. https://www.icountnm.gov/

Hey New Mexico! You have not missed your opportunity to help your community for the next ten years. Please respond to the U.S. Census as soon as you receive your Census I.D. questionnaire packet. You can still respond online, by the phone or by mail. I'm ready to get counted! Let's go! How do I Get....

09/11/2020

The census helps New Mexico get the proper resources for essential programs many of us rely on, including Medicaid, SNAP, CHIP, and more.
The end date to respond is September 30. Help NM stay healthy by completing your 2020 Census today. Visit 2020census.gov or call (844) 330-2020.

09/09/2020

The census helps New Mexico get the proper resources for essential programs many of us rely on, including Medicaid, SNAP, CHIP, and more.

Your chance to respond is running out. Help NM stay healthy by completing your 2020 Census today. Visit 2020census.gov or call (844) 330-2020.