Family Voices Colorado

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

04/02/2026

‼️CAREGIVER CAP UPDATE‼️

HCPF announced a new timeline/rollout for the cap on caregiver hours.

Check out slide/photo #3 to see what it’s been changed to and start preparing now — ask questions, get support, and brace for impact however you can.

We will continue to update as more info on changes is released ❤️

04/01/2026

Tomorrow’s the day! 🎉

There’s still time to register for this month’s Caregiver Conversation at the link below 👇

https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/rrSO-rSeQVaFeN4aNtpUQg #/registration

04/01/2026

🚨 URGENT: Action Needed to Protect Medicaid Coverage 🚨

Colorado families—there’s been a serious mistake in the state budget that could eliminate Medicaid coverage for hippotherapy.

Here’s the issue:What was communicated to the community was a halt on Therapeutic Riding (non-clinical services).But the actual bill goes further—and also removes hippotherapy, which is clinical OT, PT, and speech therapy provided by licensed professionals.

This therapy has been covered by Colorado Medicaid for over 14 years and is not more expensive or unsafe—it’s simply being cut due to a policy misunderstanding.

❗ If this isn’t fixed, children and adults with disabilities could lose access to a critical, effective therapy.

We need your voice TODAY.

📣 Take action:• Contact your Colorado State Representative & Senator• Ask them to support an amendment to preserve Medicaid coverage for hippotherapy• Share your family’s story if this impacts you• Call their office if you can

💥 The most powerful advocacy comes from YOU—constituents.

Let’s make sure this mistake gets corrected and families don’t lose access to essential care.

04/01/2026

Such great info to be included in this — register at the link below!

'By the book' home modifications can be expensive and time-consuming, so disabled people often come up with creative, affordable solutions that fit their needs and budgets.

In this webinar, parents with different disabilities will share the changes and strategies they’ve used to make their homes more functional and accessible, helping them succeed as parents.

Register here: https://zurl.co/zPlXO

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Image Description: Webinar flyer on a green background titled “Home Accessibility for Successful Parenting.” The event will be held on April 17, 2026 at 2 PM ET and will take place on Zoom. Closed captions (CC) and ASL will be available. There are four photos of disabled parents of color including Robin Wilson-Beattie, smiling with curly hair and a headband, wearing a light blue top; Keith Jones, wearing glasses and a gray shirt; Patrick Cokley, in glasses and a suit jacket; and Kristin Wilks, with long dark hair and wearing a reddish top.

04/01/2026

Napa has expanded and is welcoming the community to an Open House! Join Napa and their list of vendors including:
- Colorado Sled Hockey
- National Sports Center for the Disabled
- Seb's Recreation Center
- Buddy Ball
- Third Place for Kids

Check it out on April 18th!

03/26/2026

Another month, another Caregiver Conversation! Next week we will be discussing Adult Medicaid Programs—whether you care for an adult member, have a child close to transition, or just want to learn more about what’s out there—we would love to see you there!

Register at this 🔗: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/rrSO-rSeQVaFeN4aNtpUQg #/registration

03/24/2026

It's a strategic move amid federal policy changes that could leave more than 150,000 Coloradans without coverage, the organization's leader said.

03/20/2026

Please read through these images to see what we now know about the 56hr cap that has recently been passed by the JBC 👇

🤍 Family Voices is here to help. Continue to join our Q&A sessions to have your questions answered and we will continue to provide our advocacy and care for our community. We know the impacts this will have and stand with you all in solidarity.

If a member or caregiver feels they did not receive fair or equitable treatment, you can and should file a grievance using this process 👉 https://hcpf.colorado.gov/county-member-complaints

03/19/2026

Don’t forget to join us for virtual lunch with a navigator today! Bring your questions and your appetite for information — we hope to see you there! 🎉

Link to join: http://meet.google.com/suf-ogra-jdo