Self-advocates from across the country have been protesting and calling for comedian Gary Owens to stop mocking people with intellectual and … [Read more...] about Self-advocates ask comedian to stop mocking people with intellectual disabilities
The Minimally Conscious State: Is this the new civil rights battle of our times?
If you are of a certain age, you probably remember the landmark 1976 right-to-die case involving Karen Ann Quinlan. Karen had been left in the … [Read more...] about The Minimally Conscious State: Is this the new civil rights battle of our times?
Clay Hunt Suicide Prevention for American Veterans (SAV) Act signed into law this year, aim is to prevent veteran suicides
President Obama signed into law the Clay Hunt Suicide Prevention for American Veterans (SAV) bill in a ceremony at the White House on February 12, … [Read more...] about Clay Hunt Suicide Prevention for American Veterans (SAV) Act signed into law this year, aim is to prevent veteran suicides
President Obama proclaims May as National Mental Health Awareness Month, 2016
Noting that nearly 44 million American adults, and millions of children, experience mental health conditions each year, including depression, anxiety, … [Read more...] about President Obama proclaims May as National Mental Health Awareness Month, 2016
May is National Stroke Awareness Month
Did you know that: Stroke is the fourth leading cause of death in the U.S. That 795,000 people in the U.S. suffer from strokes each year Stroke … [Read more...] about May is National Stroke Awareness Month
A great resource to find out about government benefits
Navigating your way through the benefits maze can be a challenge. Say you find yourself suddenly unable to work because of a catastrophic health … [Read more...] about A great resource to find out about government benefits
Questions about Social Security benefits? Ask Social Security via Facebook on June 9
From 1 to 3 pm Central time on Thursday, June 9, Benefits.gov will host a live Facebook question and answer session. Experts from both the Social … [Read more...] about Questions about Social Security benefits? Ask Social Security via Facebook on June 9
Need information about Rock Region Metro’s Paratransit services? Look no further
Would you love to run errands, go shopping and take in fun events around Central Arkansas, but you don't have transportation? Would you love to be … [Read more...] about Need information about Rock Region Metro’s Paratransit services? Look no further
New York Times article takes an in-depth look at people confined to nursing homes who could live at home with the proper supports
The New York Times recently published an article, "Confined to Nursing Homes, but Longing (and Ready) for Home". The article provides several … [Read more...] about New York Times article takes an in-depth look at people confined to nursing homes who could live at home with the proper supports