New Mexico Developmental Disabilities Planning Council

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

English

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.

09/03/2020

I Count NM | I Count Because I Care

Want to help your community for the next ten years? Find out how to complete the US Census by September 30 at https://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....

08/28/2020

www.nmddpc.com

The DDPC will be holding a Council Meeting on August 31 from 2-4:30 pm over Zoom. To find the link and further information, go tohttps://www.nmddpc.com/media/files/DRAFT%20Council%20Meeting%20Agenda%208.31.20.pdf

08/27/2020

gcd.state.nm.us

With New Mexico fire season upon us, the New Mexico Governor's Commission on Disability and New Mexico Department of Homeland Security are releasing a fillable Evacuation Workbook with a focus on people with disabilities. Read it at https://tinyurl.com/y46wprc6

08/25/2020

Voting and Elections | Maggie Toulouse Oliver - New Mexico Secretary of State

If you are not yet registered to vote, go to the New Mexico Secretary of State's website at https://www.sos.state.nm.us/voting-and-elections/.

Voting & Elections Information on Voting and Elections in the State of New Mexico. Go Candidates & Campaigns Information on how to become a candidate and about complying with campaign finance disclosure and reporting requirements. Go Legislation, Lobbying & Legal Resources Learn about Lobbying in ou...

07/27/2020

Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: Summit on Advocacy. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.

Want to attend a conference that offers a dynamic groups of speakers talking about self-advocacy in New Mexico at no cost? Sign up for the 2020 Virtual Summit on Advocacy at https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAsf-uhqT4tHtI23pDdAvEYvsybbBJoWC5i

This year's Summit on Advocacy will be held over four days. Those days are September 14, September 21, September 28 and October 5. Each day will last from 2-4 pm.

07/27/2020

Join our Cloud HD Video Meeting

Looking for a time and place to socialize. Join us for Safe Place on Fridays from 1-2 pm. To join, go to https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88229426515?pwd=eTYvc0tLTW5FaGszNERKekNCSUdIZz09

Zoom is the leader in modern enterprise video communications, with an easy, reliable cloud platform for video and audio conferencing, chat, and webinars across mobile, desktop, and room systems. Zoom Rooms is the original software-based conference room solution used around the world in board, confer...

07/24/2020

Accessibility Online Session Details

Find out about the most important ADA court cases over the past 30 years in this webinar from the ADA National Network. https://www.accessibilityonline.org/ada-legal/archives/110803

07/24/2020

Accessibility Online Session Details

Check out this audio conference from the ADA National Network, "ADA Anniversary Update: 30 Years, Where do We go Now?" http://dev.accessibilityonline.org/ADA-Audio/archives/110790

On July 26th, 1990 President George H. Bush signed into law the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The intent of the ADA was to provide persons with disabilities Equality of opportunity, Full participation, Independent living, and Economic self-sufficiency. Thirty years down the road what is the...

07/13/2020

Join our Cloud HD Video Meeting

If you are looking for a chance to socialize, join the Center for Self Advocacy Safe Place from 1-2 pm every Friday at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88229426515?pwd=eTYvc0tLTW5FaGszNERKekNCSUdIZz09. Contact us at 505-670-5698 for the password.

Zoom is the leader in modern enterprise video communications, with an easy, reliable cloud platform for video and audio conferencing, chat, and webinars across mobile, desktop, and room systems. Zoom Rooms is the original software-based conference room solution used around the world in board, confer...

07/13/2020

Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: Summit on Advocacy. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.

Are you interested in building your knowledge about disability advocacy? Join us for the 2020 Summit on Advocacy online by signing up at https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAsf-uhqT4tHtI23pDdAvEYvsybbBJoWC5i

This year's Summit on Advocacy will be held over four days. Those days are September 14, September 21, September 28 and October 5. Each day will last from 2-4 pm.

07/13/2020

Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: Advocate Leadership Academy. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.

Want to learn about and practice leadership without having to leave your home? Sign up for the 2020 Virtual Advocate Leadership Academy at https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZModemvrj8rGtYcGx6IxY2raO-UaM6uHQWo

Each class will be held from 2-4 pm on Wednesdays. The classes start September 2 and end on November 18.

07/10/2020

DDSD Survey on Reopening Services

The Developmental Disabilities Supports Division (DDSD) is looking at re-opening some waiver services. They want to hear from the disability community. Please complete the survey and have your voice counted.
To access the survey, go to
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/5S5Q99H

Take this survey powered by surveymonkey.com. Create your own surveys for free.

07/07/2020

Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: Summit on Advocacy. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.

The 2020 Summit on Advocacy will be held online over multiple days including September 14, September 21, September 28 and October 5. For more information, go to https://www.nmddpc.com/statewide_summit_on_advocacy. To register, go to https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAsf-uhqT4tHtI23pDdAvEYvsybbBJoWC5i

This year's Summit on Advocacy will be held over four days. Those days are September 14, September 21, September 28 and October 5. Each day will last from 2-4 pm.

07/07/2020

Video Conferencing, Web Conferencing, Webinars, Screen Sharing

Registration for the Fall Advocate Leadership Academy is now open. The Academy will take place online every Wednesday at 2-4 pm from September 2 through November 18. To find more information and to fill out an application, go tohttps://www.nmddpc.com/advocate_leadership_academy To then register online, go to https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZModemvrj8rGtYcGx6IxY2raO-UaM6uHQWo and fill out the attached application.

Zoom is the leader in modern enterprise video communications, with an easy, reliable cloud platform for video and audio conferencing, chat, and webinars across mobile, desktop, and room systems. Zoom Rooms is the original software-based conference room solution used around the world in board, confer...

06/26/2020

Another great board game that was recommended as a good time for all. #SmilesAcrossMiles

06/25/2020

While social distancing can make keeping up traditions and routines hard, we can come up with new traditions and routines. For example, it can be a chance to play games regularly with our family members. Games such as this one. #SmilesAcrossMiles

06/24/2020

When we do things a little bit differently, we can astonish and amaze ourselves. #SmilesAcrossMiles

06/18/2020

This photo is for anyone looking for a creative way to say Happy Birthday! #SmilesAcrossMiles

06/04/2020

DDPC Education Committee Parent Survey

DDPC Network & Friends:

The Council’s Education Committee is gathering information about New Mexican children and families’ education experiences—especially with special education services—during pandemic school closures. Please help us distribute our DDPC Spring 2020 Education Survey to all parents with children who should be receiving special education or other accommodations (504 plans, etc.) in their schools.

English survey: https://s.surveyplanet.com/h6and34ID

Spanish survey: https://s.surveyplanet.com/9_M05WS_y​

(Vietnamese, Diné Bizaad/Navajo, and other translations will be distributed as they become available.)

We encourage folks to complete the survey immediately. We would like to gather as many responses as possible to inform decision-makers about New Mexico’s current educational landscape. The NM Public Education Department is already working on plans to reopen schools, and we would like to provide this information to guide their planning process.

We also ask that you help us distribute the survey to families who do not have access to the Internet. Parents/guardians may call DDPC at (505) 841-4519 for assistance completing the survey over the phone if they do not have Internet access. Parents/guardians who wish to remain anonymous will not be asked to provide any identifying information.

If you have more than one student in Special Education, please fill out one questionnaire for each student. All information will be kept confidential. A report with results added together will be made available to anyone who asks for it, but individual responses will not be made public and will be d...

06/03/2020

We Thank You

Watch this video created by the North Dakota DD Council. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_4KL1tfq2zw&feature=youtu.be #SmilesAcrossMiles

This video was created for ND DD Council to summarize our GivingTuesdayNow 2020 campaign. It features highlights from the daily videos and impact of campaign...