Colorado Cross-Disability Coalition

11/20/2025

The start of Colorado’s legislative session is right around the corner. In order to help members prepare for what is likely to be one of the more difficult sessions we’ve had in the last few years, we’re offering three cycles of our legislative advocacy training.

Legislative Advocacy 101 is 90 minutes and covers the nuts and bolts of how the legislature works. Legislative Advocacy 102 is 120 minutes and covers how to advocate at the legislature.

These trainings don’t change much from cycle to cycle, so feel free to mix and match with whatever works for your schedule. You are welcome to take the trainings as many times as you want.

December 10 - Legislative Advocacy 101:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/f6CFqEfZQy6dPbW2_n0XwQ

December 11th - Legislative Advocacy 102
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/fzeTCDdYRLG9oOH74ZSmqg

11/19/2025

Medicare Open Enrollment Is Now Underway!

Medicare’s Open Enrollment period is currently open and will close on December 7. During this time, clients can review and compare their Medicare coverage options, including:

Switching between Original Medicare and a Medicare Advantage Plan
Changing to another Medicare Advantage Plan
Joining or changing Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Plans
Any changes made during this period will take effect on January 1, 2026.

With a personal my Social Security account, clients can easily complete many Medicare-related tasks online, such as:

Applying for Medicare Part A and/or Part B
Checking the status of their Medicare application and coverage start date
Viewing and printing proof of Medicare coverage
Updating their address and contact information

We encourage clients to review their current plans to ensure they still meet their needs for the coming year, as Medicare health and prescription drug plans can change. If they’re satisfied with their current coverage, no action is required.

Social Security Account Link: https://www.ssa.gov/myaccount/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery

For more information or to compare plans, please visit Medicare.gov or call 1-800-MEDICARE.

11/17/2025

Help us make transit better in Boulder County, whether you’re a longtime transit rider or thinking about taking the bus for the first time.

Over the next year, Linking Boulder County set a countywide vision for transit—that includes our local and regional buses, on-demand services like Ride Free Lafayette, and future Northwest Rail—and explore what it will take to make that vision a reality. From new transit routes that connect us to each other to buses that come more often to more flexible services for more kinds of trips, we want to think big about what Boulder County needs most.

We invite you to give feedback via our online survey, a virtual open house, or at a pop-up event in the community.

Transit needs survey: Open until November 20

Survey Link: https://fp.mysocialpinpoint.com/linking-boulder-county/transit-needs-survey

10/24/2025

Join CDCO as a Peer Trainer

Consumer Direct Care Network Colorado (CDCO) is hiring a Peer Trainer. Our Peer Trainer will be a Member and/or Authorized Representative (AR) in Consumer-Directed Attendant Support Services (CDASS) or In-Home Support Services (IHSS).

If you want to support and train others in the program, this could be a great opportunity for you!

More Info Here: https://lnkd.in/gZzDRbcB

CCDC strongly encourages CDASS clients who would like to help more people experience the freedom of consumer direction AND make some money to apply. We need to have more clients as peer trainers.

They need people all over the state and also need people with different perspectives to meet the needs of their broad and rapidly expanding client base.

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10/21/2025

It is not too late to register for our Legislative Advocacy Trainings for the month!

In order to help members prepare for what is likely to be one of the more difficult sessions we’ve had in the last few years, we’re offering three cycles of our legislative advocacy training.

Legislative Advocacy 101 is 90 minutes and covers the nuts and bolts of how the legislature works. Legislative Advocacy 102 is 120 minutes and covers how to advocate at the legislature.

Register using the QR codes or the links below

October 22, 5.30-7pm - Legislative Advocacy 101
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tjvOsUuyQ8KNTyo3qsCkVQ

October 29, 5.30-7.30pm - Legislative Advocacy 102
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/U9QNTQqwRdepIbSszxTOJw

10/17/2025

Join a Community Conversation about RTD!

Date: October 21st, 2025
Time: 6pm
Location: Community College of Aurora (16000 E Centretech Pkwy)

REGISTRATION LINK: Bit.ly/TownHallEF

10/13/2025

📣 Community Event Alert – Strengthen Your Policy Advocacy Skills!

Colorado Cross-Disability Coalition is excited to share this opportunity from ChangeLab Solutions and partners! Join “Accelerating Policy Change in North Central Colorado” on October 21, 2025 — an in-person event designed for:

✅ Public health practitioners
✅ Government staff
✅ Leaders from community-based organizations
✅ Health care professionals
✅ Disability advocates working to drive meaningful policy change

Spend the day in interactive workshops, small-group strategy sessions, and powerful panel discussions focused on:

Understanding and interpreting laws that impact our communities

Approaches to people-centered policymaking

Building immediate action steps to bring back to your work and advocacy efforts

This is a great chance to network, expand your legal and policy tools, and accelerate efforts to build thriving, inclusive communities across North Central Colorado.

Learn more and register here:

An in-person convening on community health in Colorado that focuses on the process of law and policy change.

10/11/2025

The 2025 Colorado General Election is coming up — and your voice absolutely matters!

THINK+change is back with their plain-language voter guide to help you understand what’s on your state ballot. It breaks down the issues clearly so you can vote with confidence — and share it with anyone who needs accessible explanations.

The 2025 guide also includes a documentary series to boost the disability vote and help everyone learn how elections work. Empower yourself, spread the word, and make your voice heard!

View Ballot Guide Here:

YOUR voice is needed in this year’s election in Colorado! THINK+change wants to make sure you understand what’s on your ballot this year through this Plain-Language Colorado Ballot Guide.

10/10/2025

📣 Legislative Advocacy Trainings – October Sessions

Colorado’s legislative session is just around the corner. Get ready to make your voice heard by joining our October Legislative Advocacy Trainings:

📢 Legislative Advocacy 101
📅 October 22 | 5:30–7:00 PM
Learn the nuts and bolts of how the legislature works.
Register Now: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tjvOsUuyQ8KNTyo3qsCkVQ #/

📢 Legislative Advocacy 102
📅 October 29 | 5:30–7:30 PM
Learn how to effectively advocate at the legislature.
Register Now: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/U9QNTQqwRdepIbSszxTOJw #/registration

Mix and match sessions to fit your schedule.
Trainings will not be recorded, so participants can freely engage.

These sessions are a great way to prepare for what’s expected to be a challenging legislative year. Don’t miss out — register today!

10/08/2025

State Meeting Save the Date: October 16–17

CCDC is holding its state meeting next week and we are opening some of our workshops to our membership through Zoom! Join us for a series of important and informative sessions focused on state budget engagement, financial security, and community updates.

Thursday, October 16

1:00–2:30 PM
🏛 Understanding How to Engage with the State Budget Process
with State Representative Emily Sirota
🔗 Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86574917271

💰 Understanding Colorado Secure Savings & ABLE Accounts
with the Colorado Treasurer’s Office
🔗 Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83390587393

2:45–4:15 PM
📈 Likely Ballot Measures to Increase State Revenue
with the Colorado Fiscal Institute
🔗 Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84241781589

🧾 Social Security Work Incentive Programs
with Byron Kish, Colorado Disability Benefits Supports
🔗 Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82569470361

Friday, October 17

9:00–10:00 AM
🍽 Breakfast with the Board & State of the Organization Presentation
🔗 Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87284723308

✨ These sessions are a great opportunity to stay informed, connect with leaders, and learn more about programs and policies that impact our communities.

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10/01/2025

Join us tonight for our Private Equity in Medicaid Town Hall

🗓️ Date & Time: October 1st at 5:30 PM (MST)
💻 Where: Online via Zoom
👉 Register here:

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09/29/2025

Don’t forget to register!
Join us tomorrow, September 30th at 5:30 PM for a Town Hall on Family Caregiver Issues, facilitated by CCDC and Family Voices Colorado.

This important session will feature a panel of family caregivers discussing:
✅ Current issues & challenges
✅ Threats and opportunities
✅ Positive aspects of caregiving in Colorado
✅ Action steps to build a more equitable, sustainable system for people with disabilities and their families

Reserve your spot today and be part of the conversation!

We are moving this town hall due to it being scheduled during Rosh Hashanah. The new date is Tuesday, September 30th. If you've already registered, there's no need to do anything else. ASL and CART will be provided. Please note that this meeting WILL NOT be recorded. Once you register, you will rece...