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SAVE THE DATE
AccessAbility Fest 2010
WHAT:
A FREE festival bringing fun and resources to people with disabilities
WHERE:
Morgan's Wonderland
5223 David Edwards Dr.
WHEN:
Sunday, October 31, 2010
12:00 noon -5:00 p.m.
WHY:
To share information, resources, ideas and support between people with all types of disabilities; to highlight organizations and businesses that provide these services; to advance public attitidues, awareness, respect and consideration for the success of persons with disabilities.
About disABILITYsa.org
Real People - read how Destry, the Belgian sheepdog, has changed Elaine's life here.
NEWS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
Congratulations to Kristen Medley for her success at the Special Olympics!
Read more about Kristen's winning medals and the Special Olympics Games on our In the News page.
Action Alert from The Arc of Texas: HHSC to Hold Public Hearings Relating to Managed Care Pilot to Serve Persons with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. To link to information on the Texas Health and Human Services website, go to www.hhsc.state.tx.us. To read a summary from The Arc of Texas and see a list of public hearings, click here.
S.A.L.S.A. (San Antonio League of Self-Advocates) announces scholarships for the 2010 Texas Advocate Conference - August 6-8, 2010 at the Omni Hotel in Corpus Christi, TX. Click here for conference information, registration form and S.A.L.S.A. scholarship application. You do not have to be a member of S.A.L.S.A. to apply for a scholarship.
The Texas Governor's Committee on People with Disabilities wants your input.
As the Committee prepares for the 82nd Legislative Session in January 2011, they want input from citizens with disabilities, family members, caregivers and professionals about the issues that affect Texans with disabilities. Click here to take their online survey.
Events
Let us know about upcoming events that benefit people with disabilities. Go to our Calendar link and submit information on a disability awareness event, fundraiser or educational opportunity.
Legislative News
Check out our Legislative News section to find a link to a bill-tracking and update tool on the Alamo Services Connection. Email us with information on the bills that are important to you.
If you would like to contribute information for this site, please email us at info@disABILITYsa.org.
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