Disability-friendly Healthcare Provider Workshop
disABILITYsa will host workshops for Pharmacists, Physicians, Nurses, Community Healthworkers, and Clinicians to learn about strategies and tools that would allow them to become more disability-friendly.
Join disABILITYsa in
Creating Disability~Friendly Healthcare Environments in San Antonio
Dates and Times:
Location:
AACOG (San Antonio Room)
2700 NE Interstate 410 Loop Suite 101
San Antonio, Texas 78217
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Spots are limited and classes must have a minimum of 10 participants. Light lunch provided.
If you can’t attend on the above dates, sign up for notifications below to stay informed about future workshops.
Creating Disability~Friendly Healthcare Environments in San Antonio
Dates and Times:
- December 12th 11:30 am - 3:00 pm
Location:
AACOG (San Antonio Room)
2700 NE Interstate 410 Loop Suite 101
San Antonio, Texas 78217
Register Now!
Spots are limited and classes must have a minimum of 10 participants. Light lunch provided.
If you can’t attend on the above dates, sign up for notifications below to stay informed about future workshops.
Why Attend?
Did you know?
One in every seven people in San Antonio lives with a disability. Yet, many individuals face significant barriers to accessing quality healthcare—from physical obstacles and communication challenges to provider knowledge gaps.
By attending this workshop, you will:
Who Should Attend?
This workshop is designed for:
Workshop Benefits
About the Workshop
Led by experienced instructors, this 3.5-hour interactive session will cover:
Instructors:
Melanie Cawthon, Executive Director, disABILITYsa
Britney Trevino, Strategic Initiatives Manager, disABILITYsa
Register Now!
Spots are limited and classes must have a minimum of 10 participants.
If you can’t attend on the above dates, sign up for notifications below to stay informed about future workshops.
Join the Movement
By participating, you’re not only enhancing your professional skills—you’re helping to create a more equitable healthcare system for all. Let’s work together to break down barriers and ensure every patient receives the care they deserve.
Did you know?
One in every seven people in San Antonio lives with a disability. Yet, many individuals face significant barriers to accessing quality healthcare—from physical obstacles and communication challenges to provider knowledge gaps.
By attending this workshop, you will:
- Learn practical strategies and tools to create a more inclusive, accessible healthcare environment.
- Gain a deeper understanding of different types of disabilities and associated access issues.
- Participate in interactive problem-solving exercises and explore the clinical perspective.
- Discover resources and best practices for making your practice truly disability-friendly.
Who Should Attend?
This workshop is designed for:
- Physicians, Pharmacists, Nurses, Community Health Workers, and Clinicians
- Healthcare students and
- administrative staff who want to champion accessibility in their practice
Workshop Benefits
- No Cost: Thanks to generous support from Texas A&M Health, Texas Department of State Health Services Immunization Unit, Texas Council for Developmental Disabilities, St. Luke's Lutheran Healthcare Ministries, and the Baptist Health Foundation of San Antonio.
- Earn Continuing Education Credits: 3.5 General CEUs, or 3.0 CNEs/CMEs
- Exclusive Raffle: Complete the workshop and enter to win a Disability-Friendly Starter Kit (valued at $325), including professional-grade Buzzy, communication board, a social story, and optional Virtual Remote ASL Interpreting Services (30 minutes, $190 value).
- Professional Growth: Take a meaningful step toward becoming a welcoming, disability-friendly care provider in San Antonio.
About the Workshop
Led by experienced instructors, this 3.5-hour interactive session will cover:
- Types of disabilities and common healthcare access barriers
- Practical, actionable solutions for your practice
- Tools and resources to support disability-friendly care
Instructors:
Melanie Cawthon, Executive Director, disABILITYsa
Britney Trevino, Strategic Initiatives Manager, disABILITYsa
Register Now!
Spots are limited and classes must have a minimum of 10 participants.
If you can’t attend on the above dates, sign up for notifications below to stay informed about future workshops.
Join the Movement
By participating, you’re not only enhancing your professional skills—you’re helping to create a more equitable healthcare system for all. Let’s work together to break down barriers and ensure every patient receives the care they deserve.
This workshop is part the disabilitySTRONG Training Series—a comprehensive program focused on education, information sharing, and community engagement. The disabilitySTRONG initiative aims to spark meaningful conversations about the challenges and barriers faced by people with disabilities, while also providing practical resources to improve community accessibility. Through the disabilitySTRONG Workshops, participants will gain valuable knowledge and actionable strategies to help make our community experiences more welcoming and accessible for everyone. Current topics include Special Events, Healthcare, Research, Volunteers, Museums, and more!
