Removing barriers with assistive technology
“For most people technology makes things easier. For people with disabilities, however, technology makes things possible. In some cases, especially in the workplace, technology becomes the great equalizer and provides the person with a disability a level playing field on which to compete.” Mary Pat Radabaugh, Director of IBM National Support Center for Persons with […]
Everything you ever wanted to know about “representative payee”
Do you receive monthly Social Security Administration (SSA) benefits? Do you need help in managing your monthly benefits? If so, you are not alone. While nearly 68 million Americans receive some type of monthly benefit, almost 9 million need help in managing their personal money affairs. For those who need help, Social Security works with […]
“Mad in America” sparks critical discussion about mental health care
“Mad in America” is a webzine that provides news, research, and a forum for discussion about the existing paradigm of psychiatric care. The topic of psychiatry is viewed through a social justice lens. The site advocates a focus on more psychosocial modalities for mental heath care, rather than the traditional reliance on psychiatric medications. The […]
DHS: An insider’s guide
The Arkansas Department of Human Services is often unfairly depicted as a faceless bureaucracy. It is the largest entity within our state government, with a small army of employees at its disposal. DHS employs roughly 7,400 people across nine divisions and six public offices. Navigating this massive system can feel daunting, but it doesn’t have […]
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 with disabilities The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is offering $150 million in grants to provide affordable housing to approximately 18,000 non-elderly persons living with disabilities. Read HUD’s funding notice. HUD’s Mainstream Housing […]