INFORMATION, RESOURCES, OPPORTUNITIES

FIESTA ESPECIAL ROYAL COURT
(A LEADERSHIP & LIFE SKILLS DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM)

PROGRAM ENROLLMENT IS NOW OPEN!
Enrollment for the 2019-2020 Fiesta Especial Royal Court Leadership & Life Skills Development program is now open!  The first step to entering this program is to attend an Program Orientation.  Dates are scheduled between now and early August.  The program will cap at 20 participants, so please get your paperwork and enrollment requirements completed early.

​​Fiesta Especial® by disABILITYsa is a unique and exciting program for children and adults, ages 11 and up with all types of cognitive, physical and sensory disabilities that incorporates community-based instruction and training within the context of Fiesta®…a celebration of heritage, culture and diversity for San Antonio and surrounding communities.
 
The Fiesta Especial® Royal Court leadership and life skills development program provides an opportunity for individuals to work on communication, socialization, leadership, self-advocating, problem solving and planning skill sets.  It is a year-long program that begins in September and runs through the end of April.

Click here to register for a Program Orientation.  Multiple dates and times available to meet your family's schedule.​

EMPLOYERS needed FOR SUMMER PROGRAM
(SUMMER EARN & LEARN WITH WORKFORCE SOLUTIONS)

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When it comes to doing business, including workers with disabilities into your human capital strategies can offer you a competitive edge. Every day, people with disabilities can and do make important contributions to America's businesses. 

In 2017, The Texas Workforce Commission began a statewide initiative to offset the cost to employers associated with mentoring, training and integrating students with disabilities into the workplace. Over 600 Texas employers participated enabling over 1000 students with disabilities paid work experience. Locally, Workforce Solutions Alamo provided 214 students with paid summer employment opportunities with over 26 employers.  To qualify, students must be between the ages of 14-22, be a current high school or college student, and qualify for Special Education or 504 services in the school system.

This year Alamo Workforce Solutions is looking to expand the program and is asking for your support.

EMPLOYERS MUST:
  • Agree to provide at least 20 hours of work per week
  • Overtime, vacation, sick and holiday hours are not paid
  • Maintain time & attendance records on program participants
  • Provide job-related skills and training
  • Complete performance evaluation(s)
Workforce Solutions will provide: 
  • Employees for short-term projects (approximately 5-8 weeks)
  • Wages and Workers Compensation paid directly to participants
  • Reasonable accommodations provided
  • Additional on-the-job training if needed
  • Site visits to monitor participants and ensure your satisfaction
Win, Win, Win!  You get the help, the students get job experience, and the Texas Workforce Commission foots the bill.  

Click here to download a flier about this program to share with your HR team.  For more information call 210-224-4357, email bsc@wsalamo.org, or visit them online at workforcesolutionsalamo.org where you will find an interest form. ​

FOOD FOR THOUGHT
(ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES OF GOOD GOVERNANCE)

Join disABILITYsa on Thursday, July 18th @ 11:30am for the bi-monthly Food for Thought and treat your mind to a mental morsel on Good Governance with Jennifer Moriarty while feasting on a Frito Pie and Taco Salad bar!  This educational series is intended for the leadership of nonprofit disability service organizations.

Join disABILITYsa for this valuable opportunity for nonprofit Leadership to learn, network, and discover for only $10!  These lunch time tips will help to nourish your nonprofit organization.​

FIESTA ESPECIAL ROYALTY
​CREATE VISIBILITY
(MUSIC FROM THE PAST WITH FLAMBEAU)

The 2019 Fiesta Especial Royal Court participated in the Fiesta Flambeau Parade on Saturday evening bringing visibility to the ABILITY of all.  The theme was "Music from the Past" and our court reflected on a few musicians who live with disabilities.  Check out the KSAT12 Coverage!

KENS 5 RECOGNITION FOR DISABILITYSA
(PEOPLE WHO MAKE SAN ANTONIO GREAT)

DISABILITYSA MEMBERSHIP
(BE A PARTNER IN OUR MISSION!)

Your membership helps to financially support the programs and services offered by disABILITYsa, helping to fulfill our mission to educate, advance, and engage individuals living with a disability in the San Antonio community by sharing information, creating opportunities and strengthening the organizations that serve them.

INDIVIDUAL MEMBER OPTIONS
Basic Level $60/year ($5/month)
Supporter Level $132/year ($11/month)

NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION MEMBER OPTIONS
Basic Level - $250 
Supporter Level - $500

FOR-PROFIT BUSINESS MEMBER OPTIONS
Basic Level - $500
Supporter Level - $1,000
Sustainer Level - $2,500

A full description of member benefits are available online.

SENSORY-FRIENDLY PERFORMANCES

If you're looking for sensory-friendly opportunities in San Antonio to engage in the life, arts, and culture of San Antonio, then check out the upcoming performances at the Magik Theatre!

​During a Sensory-Friendly performance, lights and sound effects are softened, theatre etiquette is relaxed, and all are accepted and welcomed. These performances are adjusted for accessibility, reaching people on the autism spectrum, those with cognitive disabilities, and families with very young children. These performances are sponsored by University Health System.

For tickets, visit MagikTheatre.org or call the box office at 210-227-2751. Tickets are $13.50 for adults and children; senior, military and educator discounts are available.

SAN ANTONIO MUSEUM OF ART
(BRINGING ART TO THOSE WITH VISUAL IMPAIRMENTS)

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The Multi-sensory Tours give visually impaired and blind visitors access to the historical and thematic content of objects in the museum collection. Tactile models, music and aromas related to each object supplement the verbal presentations given by docents. The tours inform and engage inquiry into works of art that span ancient to modern times and cultures across the world through the senses.

Art tours for all guests, 6 to 100 yrs. Free general admission the day of the tour. Please arrive 15 minutes early. Wheelchairs and guide dogs welcome. Guests invited with a companion. 

Contact: for reservations: Chris Torgerson at tours@samuseum.org. 

The Multi-Sensory Tours occur at 10am one Saturday each Month.  To learn more about the programs at the San Antonio Museum of Art, visit them online at www.samuseum.org.
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Cubes at the Quonset
Behavioral Support Nursing Services
City of SA Disability Access Ofc
City of SA Head Start
Deaf Interpreter Services
Wade Shows Inc.
​Fiesta San Antonio
​City of Windcrest
VOLUNTEER OPS
Click on the links below
to volunteer with us!
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Saturday, Oct. 26th, 2019
AccessAbility fest /
abilitySTRONG Parade
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disABILITYsa received 501c3 Tax Exempt status as of March 14, 2017.
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UPCOMING EVENTS

July 18, 2019
Food for Thought:
Roles and Responsibilities
in Good Governance
October 26th, 2019
AccessAbility fest /
​abilitySTRONG Parade
See the Calendar for more.
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