Family Voices Colorado

04/27/2026

Join us for the 2026 Fort Collins Autism Resource Fair on Sunday, May 3rd!  
 
Not only is it a FREE day at the museum, but there’s tons of opportunities to explore autism services, accessibility resources, neurodiverse supports, and accommodations all while having a ton of fun! 
 
Admission to the 2026 Autism Resource Fair is sponsored by The Associated Students of Colorado State University (ASCSU)

04/24/2026

Missed the first session? You can still join us! 💡

Our FREE 6-part IEP training series is underway, and there’s still time to jump in and build your confidence in your child’s IEP process.

🗓 Thursdays through May 28 (12–1 PM | No session April 30)
💻 Live on Zoom

Note: Participants who missed the first session won’t be eligible for the prize drawing.

Led by advocate Shelly Agostine (Advocate 2 Educate ), you’ll gain practical tools to participate effectively in IEP meetings.

👉 Register here: https://bit.ly/participate-iep-meeting
🖨️ Printable info: https://bit.ly/4bQvwdX

04/24/2026

⭐️With Health First Colorado (Colorado's program), you have access to preventive mental health care. Talk to your doctor about your options. Your doctor may be able to refer you to a mental health specialist. You can also search for a mental health specialist that takes Health First Colorado and is in our network. With Health First Colorado, there are no copays for most behavioral health care. Learn more at coaccess.com/members/mentalhealth/.

04/20/2026

🚨 Worried about what could happen in a crisis? You’re not alone.

Join this FREE virtual training on Interacting with First Responders—designed for individuals with disabilities and the people who love and support them. Gain tools, confidence, and peace of mind when it matters most.
Register at the link below!

Hosted by Pulse Line, IMPACT & Family Voices of Colorado
🗓 Friday, May 15 | ⏰ 9–11 AM
💻 Live on Zoom 🔗 https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85745762255?pwd=gIbf2DAEC6r21szBVtHUtAqwHuCPOq.1

Come informed. Leave empowered. 💙

04/20/2026

We’re hiring! 💙

Family Voices Colorado is looking for a Bilingual Family Navigator (English/Spanish) to support families of children with special healthcare needs across Colorado. This role is all about connection, advocacy, and helping families navigate complex systems—while making a real impact in your community.

✨ Part-time (20 hrs/week)
✨ Hybrid + flexible schedule
✨ $21–$24/hour

If you’re passionate about equity, family support, and meaningful work, we’d love to hear from you. For more information follow this link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1pxddPDnKznHOK31MEB0R7ywMBiRVK0uD/view?usp=sharing

📩 Apply by sending your resume + cover letter to megan@familyvoicesco.org

04/18/2026

Big changes are coming to Health First Colorado (Colorado's Medicaid program) in 2026 and 2027.

Find out how recent federal legislation may affect how you qualify for health coverage:
HealthFirstColorado.com/changes

04/17/2026

Office of Community Living Budget Meeting Takeaways Regarding LTSS Sustainability

Stay diligent and continue to make your voice heard — Family Voices is always here to help! ❤️

Links below:

🔗Draft Rule - https://drive.google.com/file/d/1R1Zfd6Qq5BXxAb-Th-9EmAKJXsfhr9Lg/view

🔗Draft Rule Feedback Form - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfce7p8nYUp5gfQx2foPOvbjYMHs1tz4Eu8tl-vKl0p5vtnDQ/viewform

🔗Draft Rule Stakeholder Meeting Registration - https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/qmIMDtxJTFiUR6NAST0gVA #/registration

🔗General Feedback and Comment Form: Feedback and Comment Form - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScICwCXTX76CHoQuyw7itLi8TK20AQJyGTEgxAEEv8JKx9FEw/viewform

🔗CMA Directory - https://hcpf.colorado.gov/case-management-agency-directory

🔗Member Escalation and Complaint Form - https://hcpfccc.my.site.com/Webforms/s/countyrelationsmemberswebform?language=en_US

04/15/2026

The Teen Life Conference (TLC) is launching in Colorado—an exciting, youth-led healthcare conference designed to empower high school students to learn, lead, and engage in conversations that directly impact their lives.

Taking place on June 20, 2026, in Denver, TLC will bring together 70 teens (two from each Colorado Senate district) alongside healthcare leaders from across the state. Through interactive workshops, meaningful conversations with professionals, and leadership development opportunities, students will gain the tools and confidence to navigate the healthcare system, explore career pathways, and advocate for themselves and their communities.

Built on a “by teens, for teens” model, the conference is guided by a Teen Advisory Committee of five Colorado student leaders and is a collaborative effort between multiple healthcare organizations and community partners across the state.

Opportunities to get involved:
• High school students can apply to attend
• Healthcare professionals and community members can submit workshop proposals

Applications are open through April 30. Learn more and apply here: https://linktr.ee/teenlifeconference

Please help spread the word by sharing with your networks and any teens who would benefit from this opportunity.

04/13/2026

Come share your experiences with TRE!

TRE is listening, and we added more listening sessions to hear from our community!

Help shape the future of our services — your voice guides our improvement.

🗓️ To sign up for a session or find more information, visit https://www.tre.org/listening-sessions/

04/07/2026

We're proud of our team who spoke up to correct misinformation and succeeded in preserving the right of occupational, physical, and speech therapists to use the therapy tools they find most effective, including equines.

04/06/2026

🎓 Free Parent Webinar offered by Guiding Bright Minds: Financial Planning for Neurodivergent & Special Needs Families

Join guest speaker Ann Hynek, Founder & CEO of Hestia Wealth & Wellness, for a supportive, no-jargon session designed for parents and caregivers.

This webinar offers clear, practical guidance to help you plan ahead with confidence—no fear-based messaging, just real, helpful information.

✨ You’ll learn:• How financial decisions impact benefits like SSI & Medicaid• Common mistakes to avoid• How savings, gifts, and inheritance affect long-term planning• Simple steps you can take right now

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Perfect for parents and caregivers of individuals with autism, ADHD, IDD, and other neurodivergent profiles who want to feel proactive—not overwhelmed.

💻 Register today: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/financial-planning-for-neurodivergent-special-needs-families-tickets-1984504505397

04/03/2026

📚✨ Celebrating Stories That Matter ✨📚

We’re excited to help spread the word about Disability Book Week, happening April 19–25, 2026!

Disability Book Week is a volunteer-led movement dedicated to uplifting disability-inclusive literature—amplifying authentic voices, challenging stereotypes, and creating a more inclusive world through storytelling.

Founded in 2021 by a mom searching for relatable books for her children, this initiative has grown into a powerful advocacy effort recognized across the country. And the need is real—while 26% of adults and 7.4% of children identify as having a disability, only 3.4% of children’s books feature disabled main characters.

📖 How you can get involved:
• Share and spread the word
• Explore and recommend inclusive books
• Host a book drive, author talk, or storytime
• Connect schools, libraries, and communities to these resources

Their website is a go-to hub for thoughtfully reviewed, disability-inclusive books for all ages—plus tools to help you participate.

Let’s work together to make sure every child (and adult) can see themselves reflected in the stories they read 💛

🔗 Learn more + get involved: www.disabilitybookweek.org