Family to Family Network

12/19/2025

Remember our history! 50 years of education. Let’s Not Return to the past. Families you must stay vigilant to ensure your children have a future filled with a meaningful life in the community.
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50 years ago, the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act ended the routine institutionalization of kids with disabilities. Advocates fear a return to that dark time.

12/15/2025

Great video! Enjoy!!

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12/08/2025

Last chance to provide input for the Attendant Care Coalition on the authorized attendant rate increase. https://www.research.net/r/AttendantRate

11/26/2025

Gratitude is at the heart of everything we do — and this season, we're especially thankful for the opportunity to work with such incredible people.

Whether you're traveling, cooking up a feast, or simply enjoying some well-deserved rest, we hope your Thanksgiving is filled with what (and who!) matters most.

Wishing you and your loved ones a warm, safe, and memorable Thanksgiving!

11/15/2025

Sorry about last minute post - but here are some food distribution sites for Sat. Nov. 15
Northwest Assistance Ministries 8 am - 1 pm Register Here: https://www.houstonfoodbank.org/distribution-registration-northwest-assistance-ministries-nov-15/
Tully Stadium (Spring Branch ISD) 9 am - 12 Register Here: https://www.houstonfoodbank.org/distribution-registration-tully-stadium-spring-branch-nov-15/
Progressive High School (Fort Bend ISD) 9 am - 12 Register Here: https://www.houstonfoodbank.org/distribution-registration-tully-stadium-spring-branch-nov-15/
Catholic Charities Richmond, 9:30 am - 1 pm Register Here: https://www.houstonfoodbank.org/distribution-registration-catholic-charities-nov-15/

11/15/2025

ABLE Account changes for 2026 - 1) It appears annual limit for contributions to the account is not changing ($19000), but if you work, an individual with a disability can contribute up to the amount of the federal poverty rate of 1 person.
2) Age raises to 46!!!
3) Rollovers from 529 college plans is permanent - YAY - start saving for your child's future when they are young in a 529 college savings plan.
4) The Savers Credit (for eligible contributions by individuals with disabilities) is permanent and allows for a credit of up to 50% of the first $2,100 contributed, for a maximum credit of $1,050.
5) Upon death of the individual with disability, a state may file a claim for Medicaid payback AFTER other expenses are paid.

11/11/2025

November 12, 6 pm, Brazos Bend Guardianship & Alternatives to Guardianship Virtual Information Session - register online https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/lfmvJF6TQAyRm1JGX0wA9

11/10/2025

November 11, 5:30 - 7:30 pm, Lamar Consolidated ISD Transition Fair, Long Acres Ranch, 2335 Richmond Parkway, Richmond, 77479

11/07/2025

November 8th, 9 am - 12, Aldine ISD Annual Transition Expo / Expo de Transicion Anual; MO Campbell Center, 1865 Aldine Bender.

11/04/2025

La 89.ª Legislatura autorizó un aumento en la tarifa por hora para los asistentes de atención directa, de $10.60 a $13. La Coalición de Asistencia para Asistentes ha detectado algunos problemas en la implementación de este aumento. Están recopilando datos y testimonios sobre las tarifas de los asistentes. Por favor, complete la encuesta sobre tarifas, independientemente de si este aumento le ha afectado positiva o negativamente. ¡Gracias! https://www.research.net/r/AttendantRate

11/04/2025

The 89th Legislature authorized an attendant rate increase from $10.60 to $13 per hour for direct support professionals. The Attendant Care Coalition has noticed some issues in implementation with this pay raise. They are collecting data & stories on attendant care pay rates. Please complete the survey on pay rates regardless of whether this has impacted you in a positive or negative way. THANKS! https://www.research.net/r/AttendantRate

11/04/2025

Don't Forget to VOTE TODAY! Find your voting center at https://www.harrisvotes.com/Vote-Centers