A store clerk tells a mother that her adult son is not allowed in the shop. “We don’t allow his kind in here,” says the clerk. “They’re a danger to … [Read more...] about Be respectful – avoid microaggressions
Guardianship and decision-making focus of this week’s Speak Up Arkansas, blog
All people have a right to self-determination - that is, the right to live their lives the way they choose. Sometimes, however, a person with … [Read more...] about Guardianship and decision-making focus of this week’s Speak Up Arkansas, blog
FIRST PERSON: You think masks are inconvenient? Try living with a disability
I live every day of my life with a disability. It isn’t something that I can remove because it’s uncomfortable. It isn’t a temporary inconvenience. … [Read more...] about FIRST PERSON: You think masks are inconvenient? Try living with a disability
Help select DRA’s priorities for 2021
It's that time of year again! As the designated Protection and Advocacy System and Client Assistance Program for the State of Arkansas, Disability … [Read more...] about Help select DRA’s priorities for 2021
“Do your job or you’re fired”: Job accommodations for people with disabilities
Gary works as a Credit Analyst for a mid-sized company. About a year ago, Gary suffered a brain injury during a car accident. Since then, he has … [Read more...] about “Do your job or you’re fired”: Job accommodations for people with disabilities
All about the Rep Payee program: Tonight on KABF 88.3 “Speak Up Arkansas”
The Social Security Administration’s Representative Payment Program provides benefit payment management for beneficiaries who are incapable of … [Read more...] about All about the Rep Payee program: Tonight on KABF 88.3 “Speak Up Arkansas”
COVID-19 Musings from a Special Needs Mom
Who knew there were seven episodes of The Twilight Zone with relevance to issues associated with today’s COVID-19 pandemic. On March 13, 2020 we … [Read more...] about COVID-19 Musings from a Special Needs Mom
A message from DRA Executive Director Tom Masseau
I can see the protestors gathering outside of City Hall from my office window in Little Rock. They assemble to protest the senseless killing of George … [Read more...] about A message from DRA Executive Director Tom Masseau
COVID restrictions are easing, but cases are still on the rise. What do I do?
"Do no harm"; "err on the side of caution"; "better safe than sorry" – how many times have you thought about or even said these very words over the … [Read more...] about COVID restrictions are easing, but cases are still on the rise. What do I do?