VaxabilitySTRONG PROGRAM

​disABILITYsa is excited to announce the launch of our new
Vax-abilitySTRONG Vaccine Education and Outreach program!
​Through funding from Texas A&M Health and the State of Texas Department of Health and Human Services, the program serves as a part of state-wide efforts to ensure most vulnerable populations in Texas communities have the information and resources needed to understand, access, and receive a COVID-19 vaccine.

Conducted from January through July 2022, 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 Community Conversations

ASL and Spanish Language Interpreters will be available for these conversations. 
Tuesday, April 19, 2022, 5:45-7:00pm
disABILITYsa Conversation 360 Virtual Community Conversation
Virtual Program | Zoom

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
  • Nate Gonzalez, Community Health Worker Lead, SA Metro Health
  • Ashley Lebay, M.A., BCBA, LBAABA, Program Director, Autism Treatment Center
  • Kerri Carr, Outreach Manager, Disability Rights Texas
  • Darrick Nicholas, Public Information, Education and Training (PIET) Group, Dept of State Health Services

​ASL interpretation will be provided.

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
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Saturday, April 23, 3:00pm - 8:00pm
Friendship is the New Pretty Non-Profit Community Health Expo
​Carmargo Park, 5738 Castrovile Rd. 78227

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. 
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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!  
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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:
  • issues with the public-facing portals
  • navigating vaccine sites, and
  • communication barriers;
    and we can help coordinate sensory-friendly experiences. 
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​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. 
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