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It’s National Bullying Prevention Month
Did you know that National Bullying Prevention month was actually founded by PACER’s National Bullying Prevention Center? PACER is the Minnesota … [Read more...] about It’s National Bullying Prevention Month
President Obama Proclaims October 2016 as National Disability Employment Awareness Month
The White House's Office of the Press Secretary issued for immediate release a presidential proclamation recognizing October 2016 as National … [Read more...] about President Obama Proclaims October 2016 as National Disability Employment Awareness Month
Looking for Guidance in Your Journey with Cerebral Palsy?
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October 10 is the Final Day to Register to Vote- Make Sure You Are Registered!
Monday, October 10 is the final day to register to vote in Arkansas, which is right around the corner. Make sure you are registered to vote! If you … [Read more...] about October 10 is the Final Day to Register to Vote- Make Sure You Are Registered!
Autism Speaks Has a 100 Day Kit for Newly Diagnosed Families of Young Children
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KATV Report About Abuse Allegations involving Support Solutions
Since January 2016, Disability Rights Arkansas (DRA) has been investigating allegations involving Support Solutions, a community services provider, … [Read more...] about KATV Report About Abuse Allegations involving Support Solutions
DRA Comments on the Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Statewide Settings Transition Plan
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Learn More About Self-Determination through the Jenny Hatch Justice Project
Do you know Jenny Hatch's story? She is a young woman with Down Syndrome for whom a petition was filed seeking to place her in a full guardianship. … [Read more...] about Learn More About Self-Determination through the Jenny Hatch Justice Project