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
Registering to vote: What you need to know
It's National Disability Voter Registration Week! Here are the basics of how to get registered and vote. If you're not registered, then you cannot … [Read more...] about Registering to vote: What you need to know
HUD offers $150 million to provide affordable housing to people with disabilities
HUD OFFERS $150 MILLION TO PROVIDE AFFORDABLE HOUSING TO PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES Funding expected to help approximately 18,000 non-elderly persons … [Read more...] about HUD offers $150 million to provide affordable housing to people with disabilities
Information about applying for FEMA Disaster Relief Assistance
The State of Arkansas has been approved for a major disaster declaration due to the recent storms and subsequent flooding. Individual Assistance, … [Read more...] about Information about applying for FEMA Disaster Relief Assistance
PASSE Provider Alert – Empower Healthcare Solutions
We received the following technical bulletin from Empower Healthcare Solutions. The information below is specific to Empower Healthcare Solutions and … [Read more...] about PASSE Provider Alert – Empower Healthcare Solutions
A Statement from DRA Executive Director Tom Masseau on the Closing of Residential Services at the Arkansas Career Training Institute (ACTI)
Disability Rights Arkansas (DRA) commends Arkansas Rehabilitation Services for its decision to end the residential program at the Arkansas Career … [Read more...] about A Statement from DRA Executive Director Tom Masseau on the Closing of Residential Services at the Arkansas Career Training Institute (ACTI)
DRA is Hiring a Staff Attorney
DRA has an opening for the position of Staff Attorney. For more information, please click on the heading for this post. You can also find this job … [Read more...] about DRA is Hiring a Staff Attorney