On January 26, 1992 I started a journey of unknown distance. I didn’t have a map, a flashlight, or a compass. What I did have was an unrelenting … [Read more...] about Parents: a child’s first and best advocate, at any age
Important SSI information for transition-aged (14-17) youth
This week, Social Security has mailed a notice to more than 347,625 Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients (transition-aged youth) between the … [Read more...] about Important SSI information for transition-aged (14-17) youth
DHS: An insider’s guide
The Arkansas Department of Human Services is often unfairly depicted as a faceless bureaucracy. It is the largest entity within our state government, … [Read more...] about DHS: An insider’s guide
DRA files lawsuit against Division of Services for the Blind
UPDATE August 9, 2019: We appreciate the Division's expeditious response to this individual's complaint. We truly hope that they look at the systemic … [Read more...] about DRA files lawsuit against Division of Services for the Blind
I’m not broken: The danger of well-meaning assumptions
FIRST PERSON: We plan to occasionally publish blog posts that highlight the lived experience of people with disabilities. We're proud to kick off the … [Read more...] about I’m not broken: The danger of well-meaning assumptions
Free appropriate public education: What is the age range?
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) is a federal law that ensures all children with disabilities have access to a free public … [Read more...] about Free appropriate public education: What is the age range?
UPDATED: DRA Statement on the Division of Services for the Blind Funding Crisis
This past legislative session, the Arkansas executive branch underwent a “government transformation.” In doing so, the Division of Services for the … [Read more...] about UPDATED: DRA Statement on the Division of Services for the Blind Funding Crisis
FIRST PERSON: Ordinary acts, performed with the help of an extraordinary dog
As a person who is blind, I face many challenges in my everyday life. Over time, I've learned ways to adapt and accommodate in order to accomplish the … [Read more...] about FIRST PERSON: Ordinary acts, performed with the help of an extraordinary dog
EPSDT: an ounce of prevention (and treatment) for children
The Medicaid Act provides a variety of both services and protections for people with disabilities. One of the populations that benefits the most from … [Read more...] about EPSDT: an ounce of prevention (and treatment) for children