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10/23/2026

📢 Important changes are coming to Health First Colorado (Colorado's Medicaid program) in 2027.

Starting January 1, 2027, some adults may need to meet new work requirements involving employment, education, training, or volunteer activities to maintain Medicaid coverage.

💙 These requirements do not apply to everyone. Many individuals with disabilities, family caregivers, and people receiving SSI/SSDI or Medicare may be exempt.

✅ What can you do now?

Make sure your contact information is up to date.

Watch for official notices from Health First Colorado.

Review the requirements and see if they may apply to you.

🔗 Learn more and use the anonymous screening tool: https://www.healthfirstcolorado.gov/changes



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Starting January 1, 2027, some adults may need to show work, school, training, or volunteer activities to keep their Health First Colorado Medicaid coverage. These are called work requirements.

These changes don’t apply to everyone. Many people, including caregivers, people with disabilities, those enrolled in Medicare or SSI/SSDI, and others, may not need to take action. This is not a complete list.

What you can do now:

✔ Update your contact information so Health First Colorado can reach you
✔ Watch for official notifications this fall and respond by the deadline
✔ Visit HealthFirstColorado.gov/Changes for the full list and anonymous screening tool

10/23/2026

🗳️♿ Did you know Colorado offers accessible voting options for individuals with disabilities?

Developmental Pathways is sharing helpful information about the different ways Colorado voters can cast their ballots in the November 3 election:

📬 By mail or at a secure ballot drop box

🏛️ In person at a Voter Service and Polling Center, where accessible voting equipment is available

💻 Electronically through Colorado's accessible ballot system for eligible voters with disabilities who have difficulty marking a paper ballot

🔗 Learn about accessible electronic voting: https://myballot.coloradosos.gov

📖 Explore additional information about voting rights and disability-related supports: https://bit.ly/4B1YGm9



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Colorado offers several ways to cast your ballot:

- By mail or at a 24-hour secure drop box.
- In person at a Voter Service and Polling Center.
- Electronically, if a visual, reading, or physical disability makes marking a paper ballot difficult. Visit myballot.coloradosos.gov for a step-by-step guide on how to access.

How are you planning to vote this November? Let us know in a comment!

Read our blog and watch our recent voting forum for more info on voting rights and supports for the disability community: https://bit.ly/4B1YGm9

10/23/2026

🌸💚 Exploring, learning, and connecting at Colorado State University!

Have you heard about RAM Explorers? This program from the Colorado State University Developmental Disabilities Lab offers inclusive learning opportunities for adults with intellectual disabilities in collaboration with CSU departments and CSU Extension.

🌷 From hands-on learning to community experiences like exploring CSU's Trial Gardens, RAM Explorers provides opportunities to learn, participate, and build connections!

🔗 Interested in learning more? Find the information link in the original post or comment "EXPLORE" on their post.



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10/23/2026

🧠✨ Explore resources, make connections, and celebrate neurodiversity!

Next Steps Neurodiversity is hosting the 2026 Denver Neurodiversity Expo, bringing together 50+ exhibitors, expert speakers, and resources for individuals and families navigating autism, ADHD, AuDHD, and learning differences!

📅 Sunday, November 8, 2026
🕙 10:00 AM–2:00 PM
📍 Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum, Denver
🎟️ FREE! Registration required.

💙 Enjoy a sensory-break area, food trucks, and free museum admission with registration!

🔗 Save your spot: https://bit.ly/DenverExpo2026



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Autism, ADHD, AuDHD, learning differences: whatever your brain does, there's a room full of people ready to help on Sunday, Nov. 8th.

The 2026 Denver Neurodiversity Expo is back at Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

50+ exhibitors. Expert speakers. A sensory-break area. Food trucks. And free museum access with your registration.

It's free. Registration is required.

Save your spot: bit.ly/DenverExpo2026

10/23/2026

🚗♿ Exploring driving options and accessibility resources?

The Arc of Larimer County has a helpful section in its Resource Guide for individuals with disabilities and families navigating driving-related questions.

Find information about driving with a disability, driver's license testing, accessible parking placards, and safe driving resources.

📖 Explore the Driving Resources Guide:
https://thearcoflarimercounty.org/resource-guide/driving-resources



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🚗 The Arc of Larimer County’s Resource Guide includes information to help individuals and families explore driving and accessibility resources, including:

🚘 Driving with a disability
📋 Driver’s license testing resources
♿ Disability parking placard information
📖 Safe driving guides

🔗 Explore the Driving Resources section of our Resource Guide:
thearcoflarimercounty.org/resource-guide/driving-resources

ℹ️ Please note: Resources listed in our guide are provided for informational purposes and do not imply endorsement or affiliation.

The Arc of Larimer County promotes and protects the civil rights of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities through free advocacy, education, and community support at every stage of life.

10/23/2026

🔨🏗️ Exploring a future in construction?

PSD Future Ready (Poudre School District) program in Northern Colorado offers students an exciting opportunity to explore careers in the construction industry!

Through the TC Construction pathway, students gain hands-on experience with real-world construction projects, learn to read blueprints, and take college-level coursework in partnership with Aims Community College.

🎓 Whether students plan to continue their education or enter the workforce, this program helps them build valuable skills for their future!



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CTC Construction is an advanced construction pathway designed to prepare students for a successful career in the building industry. Whether you plan to earn a degree in Construction Management or transition directly into the workforce, this program offers college-level coursework in partnership with Aims Community College, and hands-on experience to help you achieve your career goals. Students analyze complex blueprints, execute real-world construction projects, deconstruct structures to understand assembly, and explore industry materials. Join us for a dynamic program that engages both mind and body as you master the art and science of construction.

10/23/2026

💜 Supporting mental health and building brighter futures!

Family Voices, Inc. (National) is hosting a webinar focused on the experiences of Black autistic women and femmes as they navigate college, adulthood, and mental health.

💬 Explore topics including burnout, mental health supports, and the introduction of the EmpowerHER Spectrum Project, an initiative supporting mental health during this important stage of life.

📅 Thursday, November 5, 2026
🕛 12:00–1:30 PM MT (Colorado time)
💻 Virtual Webinar

🔗 Register here: https://ow.ly/FRKA50ZVXup



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What does the future you are dreaming of look like? For Black autistic women and femmes, the transition to college and adulthood can bring exciting opportunities as well as unique mental health challenges.

Join us for a conversation about burnout, mental health, college transition, and the supports that can help Black autistic women and femmes move toward the future they envision. During this webinar, we’ll also introduce the EmpowerHER Spectrum Project, an initiative funded by the WITH Foundation and explore how we can better support mental health during this important transition.

Come learn, listen, and imagine what is possible when Black autistic women and femmes have the support they need to pursue the futures they are dreaming of.
• Date: November 5, 2026
• Time: 2:00 pm- 3:30 pm ET
• Registration link: https://ow.ly/FRKA50ZVXup

10/23/2026

🎥💙 The official trailer for Being Heumann is here!

This upcoming film tells the inspiring story of Judy Heumann, a pioneering disability rights activist whose leadership helped change the course of disability rights history.

🎬 In select theaters: November 6
📺 Streaming on Apple TV: November 13

Check out the trailer for a look at this important story!

10/23/2026

🎃🐋 Looking for some Halloween fun in Greeley tonight?

WHALE Respite Center is hosting a Trunk or Treat with costumes, candy, decorated trunks, and family-friendly fun!

📅 Tonight! Friday, October 23
🕡 6:30–8:30 PM
📍 5699 W 20th St, Greeley, CO

🍬 Grab your costumes and treat bags and join the fun!



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🎃🐋 Tonight’s the night — WHALE’s Trunk or Treat is here!

Join us this evening for costumes, candy, decorated trunks, and lots of family fun.

📅 Friday, October 23
🕡 6:30–8:30 PM
📍 5699 W 20th St, Greeley

Grab your costumes and treat bags and come celebrate with the WHALE community. We can’t wait to see you tonight! 💙