VaxabilitySTRONG PROGRAM
disABILITYsa is excited to announce the launch of our new
Vax-abilitySTRONG Vaccine Education and Outreach program!
Vax-abilitySTRONG Vaccine Education and Outreach program!
The Vax-abilitySTRONG program is a multifaceted information, education, and community campaign to open conversations about questions and barriers around vaccinations and provide information and resources on vaccine safety, benefits, and access for the disability community.
We invite YOU to participate in making our community
Vax-abilitySTRONG!
Vax-abilitySTRONG!
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.
Creating Disability~Friendly Healthcare Environments in San Antonio
Most workshops will take place at AACOG | 2700 NE Interstate 410 Loop Suite 101 | San Antonio TX 78217
Can't make it on a date above? Sign up for notifications with the form below and we'll keep you updated as future workshops get scheduled. Classes must meet a minimum of 10 participants or will be rescheduled.
- October 21st 8:30 am - 11:30 am
- November 14th 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Most workshops will take place at AACOG | 2700 NE Interstate 410 Loop Suite 101 | San Antonio TX 78217
Can't make it on a date above? Sign up for notifications with the form below and we'll keep you updated as future workshops get scheduled. Classes must meet a minimum of 10 participants or will be rescheduled.
DisabilitySTRONG is a multifaceted information, education, and community campaign to open conversations about questions and barriers around vaccinations and provide information and resources on health safety, benefits, and access for the disability community.
disABILITYsa invites healthcare professionals to join us in breaking down the barriers that may inhibit individuals living with various disabilities from seeking healthcare services from local providers. Through our DisabilitySTRONG Provider Workshop, participants can increase their knowledge on how to easily make a healthcare environment more disability-friendly.
One in every seven people in San Antonio lives with a disability. This disABILITYsa Disability-friendly Provider Workshop will take Pharmacists, Physicians, and Clinicians through a 2.5-hour meaningful learning experience outlining the types of disabilities and associated access issues, participating in problem-finding exercises, exploring the clinical perspective, and an overview of various strategies, tools, and resources for creating more disability-friendly environments.
BONUSES:
INSTRUCTORS:
disABILITYsa invites healthcare professionals to join us in breaking down the barriers that may inhibit individuals living with various disabilities from seeking healthcare services from local providers. Through our DisabilitySTRONG Provider Workshop, participants can increase their knowledge on how to easily make a healthcare environment more disability-friendly.
One in every seven people in San Antonio lives with a disability. This disABILITYsa Disability-friendly Provider Workshop will take Pharmacists, Physicians, and Clinicians through a 2.5-hour meaningful learning experience outlining the types of disabilities and associated access issues, participating in problem-finding exercises, exploring the clinical perspective, and an overview of various strategies, tools, and resources for creating more disability-friendly environments.
BONUSES:
- It's free! This training is available at no cost to participating pharmacies and clinics thanks to funding 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 3.5 General CEU's for completing the workshop and follow-up exercises.
- Following the completion of the workshop you will receive a disability friendly starter kit (valued at $325) including resources, communication boards, a social story, and an optional Virtual Remote ASL Interpreting Services set-up with 30 minutes of services ($190 value).
- This course will be participating pharmacies/clinics' first step toward earning their disability-friendly recognition as a welcoming care provider in San Antonio.
INSTRUCTORS:
- Melanie Cawthon, Executive Director for disABILITYsa
- Joyce Turner, BS, MSN, CHW, Dragonfly 365 Consulting
Vax-abilitySTRONG Community Conversations
June 16th, 2022 RECORDING
Covid-19 and Disabilities: A Community Conversation
PANELISTS:
Covid-19 and Disabilities: A Community Conversation
PANELISTS:
- Dr. Junda Woo, Medical Director / Local Health Authority, SA Metro Health
- Sandra Imery, Vaccine Equity Officer, SA Metro Health
- Antonio Martinez Jr., M.Ed., Health and Wellness Coordinator / Certified Disabilities Life Coach, AACOG
- Mikela Villareal, Community Health Worker, SA Metro Health
- Danielle Howard, Health Program Specialist II - Immunize SA, SA Metro Health
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April 19th, 2022: RECORDING
Conversation 360- Covid-19 and Disabilities
PANELISTS:
Conversation 360- Covid-19 and Disabilities
PANELISTS:
- Dr. Junda Woo, Medical Director / Local Health Authority, SA Metro Health
- Sandra Imery, Vaccine Equity Officer, SA Metro Health
- Antonio Martinez Jr., M.Ed., Health and Wellness Coordinator / Certified Disabilities Life Coach, AACOG
- Janie Battaglia, Community Health Worker Lead, SA Metro Health
- Danielle Howard, Health Program Specialist II - Immunize SA, SA Metro Health
- Nate Gonzalez, Community Health Worker Lead, SA Metro Health
- Ashley Labay, M.A., BCBA, LBA, Program Director, Autism Treatment Center
- Darrick Nicholas, Manager – Public Information, Education and Training Group Immunizations - Texas Department of State Health Services
Vax-abilitySTRONG Interactive Booths
Our Vax-abilitySTRONG team and ambassadors will be out in the community this spring!
Come and visit us at these events
Saturday July 23rd, 8:30am-1:00pm
Morgan's Wonderland Event Center
5223 David Edwards Dr. San Antonio TX 78233
Saturday July 23rd, 11:00am-1:00pm
Hemisfair ~ Yanaguana Garden
434 S. Alamo St. San Antonio TX 78205
Come and visit us at these events
Saturday July 23rd, 8:30am-1:00pm
Morgan's Wonderland Event Center
5223 David Edwards Dr. San Antonio TX 78233
Saturday July 23rd, 11:00am-1:00pm
Hemisfair ~ Yanaguana Garden
434 S. Alamo St. San Antonio TX 78205
Be a Vax-abilitySTRONG Volunteer
Volunteer your time to make a difference today!
Volunteers are needed to help distribute information at information fairs and community events; greet and assist during in-person conversations, forums, trainings, and specialized clinics; apply skills and knowledge as an ABA Therapist and Certified ASL Interpreters.
Become a Vax-abilitySTRONG VOLUNTEER by clicking the Sign-Up button below.
Volunteers are needed to help distribute information at information fairs and community events; greet and assist during in-person conversations, forums, trainings, and specialized clinics; apply skills and knowledge as an ABA Therapist and Certified ASL Interpreters.
Become a Vax-abilitySTRONG VOLUNTEER by clicking the Sign-Up button below.
Be a Vax-abilitySTRONG Ambassador!
Being vax-abilitySTRONG means being a leader and encouraging others in your community to get a COVID-19 vaccine!
Share your story, pictures, or videos on how being vaccinated has made you
Vax-abilitySTRONG! Your voice will be shared with our community through Vax-abilitySTRONG social media, radio PSA's, and publicly aired videos. You may even join us at one of our Community Conversations or on televised appearances to spread the word to your community!
Become a Vax-abilitySTRONG AMBASSADOR by submitting your information below.
Share your story, pictures, or videos on how being vaccinated has made you
Vax-abilitySTRONG! Your voice will be shared with our community through Vax-abilitySTRONG social media, radio PSA's, and publicly aired videos. You may even join us at one of our Community Conversations or on televised appearances to spread the word to your community!
Become a Vax-abilitySTRONG AMBASSADOR by submitting your information below.
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COVID-19 Vaccination Appointment Assistance Inquiry
For People Living with a Disability
Need Help Making a Vaccine Appointment?
If you're interested in getting a vaccine appointment and have had difficulties in securing one, disABILITYsa and our partners are here to help.
We can help mitigate:
Complete our Vaccine inquiry form linked below:
https://hipaa.jotform.com/disABILITYsa/vaccination-inquiry
Our volunteers and vaccine partners will provide you the support you need.
If you're interested in getting a vaccine appointment and have had difficulties in securing one, disABILITYsa and our partners are here to help.
We can help mitigate:
- issues with the public-facing portals
- navigating vaccine sites, and
- communication barriers;
Complete our Vaccine inquiry form linked below:
https://hipaa.jotform.com/disABILITYsa/vaccination-inquiry
Our volunteers and vaccine partners will provide you the support you need.
