You may have noticed an exciting new feature on DRA's website. We have added the Recite Me web accessibility and language toolbar to make our site … [Read more...] about DRA website gets a cool new accessibility feature
FIRST PERSON: DRA’s Darren Morris tells his self-advocate story
I grew up in Chicago IL, and was diagnosed with a learning disability at an early age. Me and my brother both struggled with some things while in … [Read more...] about FIRST PERSON: DRA’s Darren Morris tells his self-advocate story
Getting out the disability vote: tonight on KABF Speak Up Arkansas
Early voting is under way for the Arkansas primary election, which will be held on Tuesday, March 3. Arkansans are going to the polls to make their … [Read more...] about Getting out the disability vote: tonight on KABF Speak Up Arkansas
Statement on the U.S. Court of Appeals Decision to Strike Down Arkansas’s Medicaid Work Requirements
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Kerri Michael Phone: (501) 492-5768 Email: [email protected] Today, the United States Court … [Read more...] about Statement on the U.S. Court of Appeals Decision to Strike Down Arkansas’s Medicaid Work Requirements
Removing barriers with assistive technology
“For most people technology makes things easier. For people with disabilities, however, technology makes things possible. In some cases, especially in … [Read more...] about Removing barriers with assistive technology
“Nothing about us without us”: The time is now for a peer support movement in Arkansas
"Nothing about us without us!" What does this mean? Is it true here in Arkansas? How can decisions be made that affect individuals with … [Read more...] about “Nothing about us without us”: The time is now for a peer support movement in Arkansas
Lack of PASSE accountability causes real harm to beneficiaries
In 2017, the Arkansas legislature approved a new Medicaid program: Provider-Led Arkansas Shared Savings Entities (PASSEs). The purpose was to … [Read more...] about Lack of PASSE accountability causes real harm to beneficiaries
Preventive care for children: the right care, at the right time, in the right setting
All children need regular health care. If your child has a disability, chances are that he/she is enrolled in Medicaid. All state Medicaid programs … [Read more...] about Preventive care for children: the right care, at the right time, in the right setting
What’s the difference? “State complaint” vs. “due process”
What is the difference between a state complaint and due process? In our practice, I have heard parents, advocates, and even attorneys refer to … [Read more...] about What’s the difference? “State complaint” vs. “due process”