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Vote at The IC!

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Uncertainty about accessibility and the availability of accommodations at polling places can discourage people from exercising their right to vote. In an effort to ensure everyone's access to the electoral process, The IC will again open our facility as a Voter Service and Polling Center (VSPC) for this year’s November elections.

Our building is fully accessible, meaning anyone can come in and utilize the space, regardless of disability. An accessible voting machine will be available, with certified election officials on-hand to answer questions. By voting at The IC, you can cast your vote independently and with privacy. If you’ve already filled out a ballot, there will also be a ballot drop box where your ballot can be officially and securely deposited.

In the last general election, hundreds of people cast their votes at The IC! As the home of disability civil rights in the Pikes Peak Region, The IC is proud to do our part to make sure that our community is able to exercise their voting rights.

Our offices will be open as a VSPC from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Friday, October 30, Saturday, October 31, and Monday, November 2.

On Election Day, Tuesday, November 3, we will be open from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

If you want to know more about accessible voting at The IC, please call us at 719-471-8181 or email us at this link: info@the-ic.org

What You Can Do

1.  Check Your Voter Registration Status - Not sure if you’re registered to vote? Follow this link to check your voter registration status: https://www.coloradosos.gov/voter/pages/pub/olvr/findVoterReg.xhtml
2. Register to Vote - Ready to make sure you’re all set? Follow this link to register to vote! https://www.coloradosos.gov/voter/pages/pub/olvr/verifyNewVoter.xhtml
3. Learn about the issues - Understanding how issues impact you and your community! Follow this link to learn more about the issues on the 2026 ballot in Colorado: https://ballotpedia.org/Colorado_elections,_2026
4. For general information about voting in Colorado: https://www.coloradosos.gov/voter/pages/pub/home.xhtml

What are key deadlines for the November 2026 election?

Registration deadlines

• In person during early voting: Oct. 26
• In person at voting location on Election Day: Nov. 3
• Online: Nov. 3
• By mail: Nov. 3 (must be received by Nov. 3, postmark date is not considered)

Voting deadlines

• Early voting: varies by location
• Return ballot by mail (received by): Nov. 3 by 7:00 p.m.
• Return ballot in person: Nov. 3 by 7:00 p.m.

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Free Workshops for National Disability Employment Awareness Month

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October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month, and this year Workforce Colorado Pikes Peak and the Colorado Division of Vocational Rehab are offering a series of free virtual workshops and webinars! Throughout the month, anyone can enjoy these presentations and workshops about disability, accessibility, and inclusive employment.

One of these workshops was hosted by The IC's Community Outreach Specialist Daniel Kehn! On October 15, Daniel gave a presentation on Centers for Independent Living (CILs) and the services they offer. It was an amazing opportunity to help explain the important role CILs play in empowering and advocating for people with disabilities.

All of the webinars are free and online, but each one requires registration, so make sure to reserve your space!

To find out more about the remaining workshops and to register, go to the link below:

https://ppwfc.org/pathways-to-progress-2026/

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The IC's Holiday Schedule

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As we approach the end of the year, we would like to share our upcoming holiday office closures to help our Consumers and visitors plan accordingly.

• Tuesday, November 11
  Our offices will be closed in observance of Veterans Day. 
  We will reopen at 8:00 a.m. on Wednesday, November 12.

• Thursday, November 27 & Friday, November 28
  We will be closed in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday.

• Friday, December 25 through Friday, January 1, 2027
  Our offices will be closed for the holiday break, allowing our Team time to rest and celebrate with loved ones.



We will resume regular office hours on Monday, January 4, 2027.

We appreciate your understanding and wish you a joyful and peaceful holiday season!

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Help The IC Support Veteran-owned Small Businesses at Mission Colorado on November 4

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Sponsored by the Colorado Small Business Development Center Network (SBDC), Mission Colorado is an event for Veterans, military spouses, business owners, and the community on Wednesday, November 4. The event connects all of these groups and supports Veterans in our community, so The IC is thrilled to have a table at this event!

At The IC, we are proud to support Veterans year-round through our Veteran Directed Care program. This program empowers Veterans to live independently by giving them the freedom to choose their own care and remain in their homes. We're excited to partner with other organizations and companies in the Pikes Peak Region to provide opportunities and access for Veterans, and Mission Colorado will be a great example of this. Make sure you stop by to say hello during the event!

To register and learn more, go to their website at this link:

https://sbdc.colorado.gov/center-locations/pikes-peak/vetcon-2026-mission-colorado

If you or a loved one is a Veteran and would like to speak with someone from our VDC program, call us at 719-471-8181 or send an email to info@the-ic.org.

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Peer Support Calendar

Classes and events at The IC provide opportunities to learn new skills, meet new people, and try new things in a supportive environment! An up-to-date listing of classes and events can always be found on our website's event calendar.

https://www.theindependencecenter.org/

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