Once you start receiving Social Security disability benefits (SSI and/or SSDI), Social Security will periodically review your disability status to … [Read more...] about What Does a Periodic Review of My Disability by Social Security Mean?
What Happens to SSI Benefits When Your Child Turns 18?
As kids transition from school to adult life, many, many changes occur. What is your child going to do when they graduate? Are they going to … [Read more...] about What Happens to SSI Benefits When Your Child Turns 18?
Do You Understand Your Right To Have Mental Health Services Covered Under Your Health Insurance?
The Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act of 2008 came about after many years of lobbying for parity in the provision of mental health and … [Read more...] about Do You Understand Your Right To Have Mental Health Services Covered Under Your Health Insurance?
Checklist for Accessibility of Polling Sites
The U. S. Department of Justice has created an ADA Checklist for Polling Places so that anyone using this tool can determine if a polling site meets … [Read more...] about Checklist for Accessibility of Polling Sites
Voting and Disability Resource List: An Extensive Resource for Voting
The Voting and Disability Resource List is a treasure trove of information and resources about voting. While the Southeast ADA Center doesn't … [Read more...] about Voting and Disability Resource List: An Extensive Resource for Voting
The Southeast and Southwest ADA Centers Provides Information, Training and Guidance on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
In honor of the 26th anniversary of the ADA this week, we are highlighting the Southeast and Southwest ADA Centers, which are excellent resources for … [Read more...] about The Southeast and Southwest ADA Centers Provides Information, Training and Guidance on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
U.S. Department of Education Releases Guidance On Civil Rights of Students with ADHD
With more than 10% of the disability discrimination complaints the U. S. Department of Education's Office of Civil Rights (OCR) has received in the … [Read more...] about U.S. Department of Education Releases Guidance On Civil Rights of Students with ADHD
“Waiting in Arkansas” a New Film About the Long Wait for Waiver Services in Arkansas
"Waiting in Arkansas" is a new documentary by local filmmaker Justin Nickels about the long wait for Waiver services in Arkansas. Check it out here: … [Read more...] about “Waiting in Arkansas” a New Film About the Long Wait for Waiver Services in Arkansas
Mark Your Calendars for The Arkansas Disability Policy Consortium August 24! National Speakers and an Advocacy “Boot Camp”
Join Disability Rights Arkansas (DRA) and other advocacy organizations for the 2016 Arkansas Disability Policy Consortium, which will feature Aaron … [Read more...] about Mark Your Calendars for The Arkansas Disability Policy Consortium August 24! National Speakers and an Advocacy “Boot Camp”