Downtown Little Rock will be the setting for a regional self-advocacy conference, "Where Do You Fit Into the Puzzle?" The keynote speaker is Tia … [Read more...] about Regional Self-Advocacy Training to be Held September 25-26, 2017 in Little Rock
FAQ from U.S. Dept. of Justice and U.S. Dept. of Education on Effective Communication for Students with Hearing, Vision or Speech Disabilities
The U. S. Department of Justice (DOJ) and the U. S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights (DOE/OCR) issued a joint FAQ addressing effective … [Read more...] about FAQ from U.S. Dept. of Justice and U.S. Dept. of Education on Effective Communication for Students with Hearing, Vision or Speech Disabilities
A Guide to Arkansas Guardianship Law, from the National Resource Center for Supported Decision-Making
Did you know that guardianship laws vary from state to state? Are you familiar with Arkansas' guardianship laws? The National Resource Center for … [Read more...] about A Guide to Arkansas Guardianship Law, from the National Resource Center for Supported Decision-Making
Supported Decision-Making Teams: Setting the Wheels in Motion
From Suzanne M. Francisco, an education and disability rights advocate, and Jonathan G. Martinis, Esq. comes a primer on supported decision-making. … [Read more...] about Supported Decision-Making Teams: Setting the Wheels in Motion
National Health Law Program Provides Information About the Impact of Medicaid Caps for Arkansas
The National Health Law Program has drafted a document for each state about the impact of Medicaid Caps. Below is the document demonstrating the … [Read more...] about National Health Law Program Provides Information About the Impact of Medicaid Caps for Arkansas
Governor’s Council on Developmental Disabilities Announces a Request for Proposals for Grants to Increase Advocacy and Inclusion
The Governor's Council on Developmental Disabilities (GCDD) has announced a Request for Proposals (RFP), with funding to be awarded for projects that … [Read more...] about Governor’s Council on Developmental Disabilities Announces a Request for Proposals for Grants to Increase Advocacy and Inclusion
UPDATE! New Training Added in Hot Springs! Free Self-Advocate Training in Northwest Arkansas July 11, 2017 and Central Arkansas July 21, 2017
Regional training on self-advocacy skills are being held throughout Arkansas. The first three are: Northwest Arkansas- from 10am to 2pm (lunch … [Read more...] about UPDATE! New Training Added in Hot Springs! Free Self-Advocate Training in Northwest Arkansas July 11, 2017 and Central Arkansas July 21, 2017
May is National Mental Health Month
Did you know that May is National Mental Health Month? The idea behind National Mental Health Month is to raise awareness about mental illness and … [Read more...] about May is National Mental Health Month
Adults with Asperger Syndrome Support Group Meeting This Wednesday at the Main Library in Downtown Little Rock
Would you like to connect with other adults with Asperger's? Darren Morris, a self-advocate coordinator, will facilitate this meeting to discuss his … [Read more...] about Adults with Asperger Syndrome Support Group Meeting This Wednesday at the Main Library in Downtown Little Rock