CRC Programs & Services
Education and Training
What does this program offer?
Information related to children with disabilities and referrals to appropriate agencies and organization for more comprehensive services, a library, technical assistance to parent support groups and a monthly newsletter.
Who participates?
Parents, family members, self advocates, caregivers, professionals, and interested community members.
For more information contact Norma Perez at 544-8484 or norma.perez@pdnchildrens.org
Funded by the Department of State Health Services
What does this program offer?
Workshops and conferences on issues related to children with disabilities and for professional development.
Who participates?
Parents, family members, self advocates, caregivers, professionals, and interested community members.
For more information contact Norma Perez at 544-8484 or norma.perez@pdnchildrens.org
Funded by the Department of State Health Services
Specialized education and training for parents and family members to increase their knowledge and enhance their skills to effectively care for and advocate for their child with disabilities.
Peer mentoring of high school youth with developmental disabilities and community advocacy. Participants explore topics such as self advocacy, self determination, career awareness and socialization.
High school students with a developmental disability between the ages of 15-21, who will benefit from a train the trainer model, and who are willing to become a mentor in the future.
Counseling services to make home ownership a reality for el Pasoans with disabilities. Through advocacy organizations, government housing agencies, realtors, private lenders and others we assist people with disabilities in making their dream of owning a home come true. We assist them in applying for down payment assistance, and home modifications assistance.
Promotes wellness awareness and provides recreational opportunities for children with various levels of disabilities. Currently we offer a bowling club and an after school age program.
Any child up to the age of 21 depending on the activity