SABE. It stands for Self-Advocates Becoming Empowered, and it is a nation-wide advocacy organization. Founded in 1990 (the same year the Americans … [Read more...] about Self-Advocates: Do You Know About SABE?
DRA advocates for increased oversight at the Southeast Arkansas Human Development Center
Two sisters of a resident at Southeast Arkansas Human Development Center (SEAHDC) have come forward to share their concerns about safety issues and … [Read more...] about DRA advocates for increased oversight at the Southeast Arkansas Human Development Center
Are You Registered to Vote? Deadline to Register for the General Election is October 10, 2016
October 10, 2016. Sounds far away, doesn't it? We've just celebrated Memorial Day; the neighborhood pools have recently opened, schools have let out … [Read more...] about Are You Registered to Vote? Deadline to Register for the General Election is October 10, 2016
Need to Check Your Voter Registration? Wish to Contact Your Representative?
Are you not sure whether you are registered to vote? Do you know you are registered, but you're not sure which city or school district ward you live … [Read more...] about Need to Check Your Voter Registration? Wish to Contact Your Representative?
Rooted in Rights- a Great Resource to Find Out What’s Going On in the Fight for Equal Rights
Rooted in Rights is a multi-channel platform for anyone engaging in the fight for equality for people with disabilities, whether you are a … [Read more...] about Rooted in Rights- a Great Resource to Find Out What’s Going On in the Fight for Equal Rights
The Center for Exceptional Families is the Parent Training and Information Center for Arkansans
What are Parent Training and Information Centers (PTI's)? They are entities whose primary goal is to help families of children with disabilities … [Read more...] about The Center for Exceptional Families is the Parent Training and Information Center for Arkansans
Olmstead Turns 17 This Month!
Are you familiar with the story of the Olmstead decision? It begins with two women, Lois Curtis and Elaine Wilson. They were diagnosed with … [Read more...] about Olmstead Turns 17 This Month!
When You Are HIV+ and Need an Accommodation at Work
People living with HIV/AIDS often face discrimination. While people are more educated today about HIV/AIDS than in the past, it seems we are unable … [Read more...] about When You Are HIV+ and Need an Accommodation at Work
Questions About PTSD? Visit the National Center for PTSD
June is PTSD awareness month, so this is a great time to increase your knowledge about Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. The U.S. Department of … [Read more...] about Questions About PTSD? Visit the National Center for PTSD