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Leaders with Developmental Disabilities in the

lori — Tue, 25 May 2010 19:42:21 +0000

This project explores the life stories of thirteen leaders in the self-advocacy movement and their perspectives on key issues and leadership challenges. Part of the broader disability rights movement, the self-advocacy movement is unique in that it has been led and informed by the individual and collective experiences of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Despite its widespread existence nationwide and internationally, few works have explored the rich history, culture, and significance of the self-advocacy movement. To help fill this void, Joe Caldwell, Ph.D., Department of Disability and Human Development, University of Illinois at Chicago, undertook this life history project and donated transcripts to The Bancroft Library for its Disability Rights and Independent Living Movement collection. More about Self-Advocacy Movement oral history project.

Flame Concert Sunday!

lori — Thu, 13 May 2010 16:55:06 +0000

FLAME is the ONLY worldwide touring band comprised entirely of people with developmental and\or physical disabilities.

Event Details

Sunday, May 16, 2010

Concert General Tickets Holders

2-4PM

Rotors of the Rockies

11915 Airport Way – Broomfield – 80021

For tickets please contact the Ability Specialists office before Friday 5/14/2010.

Fueling the FLAME of true self-determination of and by people with intellectual and/physical disabilities http://www.flametheband.com/

Families seek approval of special-needs subdivisions

lori — Thu, 13 May 2010 16:44:44 +0000

A bill that would allow subdivisions catering to the developmentally disabled raises questions on how best to integrate those with special needs into society.

BY ROBERT SAMUELS

Herald/Times Tallahassee Bureau

TALLAHASSEE — Parents of developmentally disabled children from Pasco, Leon and Broward counties had an idea they thought would help their kids: create new subdivisions that would serve as safe havens for special needs people to live, eat, dine and play.

But an existing law prevents special-needs homes from being established within 1,000 feet of each other, so the parents began lobbying lawmakers to rescind it. The parents hope to clear the way for a cluster of communities catering to those with autism, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy and other disabilities.

Jobless Rate Ticks Back Up For People With Disabilities

lori — Thu, 13 May 2010 14:58:48 +0000

The employment picture for people with disabilities took a nosedive in April, with the unemployment rate reaching 15.2 percent, the Labor Department said Friday.

Boosted by an increase in the number of Americans with disabilities seeking work, the unemployment rate rose significantly compared to the 13.9 percent jobless rate in March, returning to levels seen earlier this year. However, the figures continue to fall short of record unemployment in August 2009, which hit 16.9 percent. Read more: http://www.disabilityscoop.com/2010/05/07/april-jobs-10/7967/

Upcoming Events

lori — Wed, 14 Apr 2010 16:01:04 +0000

Mile High Down Syndrome Association

The HILLs BBQ Birthday Bash Saturday 4/17.
Click here for more information: http://mhdsa.org/media/HillsBBQ_flyer.pdf

MHDSA
April 22 – Free Seminar on Special Needs Planning
Click here for more information: http://mhdsa.org/media/Special-Needs-Seminar-4222010.pdf

Project Angel Heart

Dining Out for Life® Impact

On April 29, 2010, over 300 participating restaurants will agree to donate 25% of their food sales to Project Angel Heart. Diners simply eat out for breakfast, lunch, and/or dinner at participating restaurants. By eating out on Dining Out for Life® day, they support their favorite eateries, enjoy delicious food, and benefit Project Angel Heart, all at once. In 2009, 335 restaurants and over 80,000 diners participated, raising over $340,000 for Project Angel Heart.

Final Health Care Votes Bring Boost For People With Disabilities

lori — Fri, 26 Mar 2010 21:56:47 +0000

Congress approved a series of final changes Thursday to the health care overhaul plan, taking steps to increase Medicaid reimbursement rates and clarify a series of other provisions, while largely drawing the health care reform debate to a close.

Most elements of health care reform became law Tuesday when President Barack Obama signed overhaul legislation. But a few last minutes changes and clarifications spelled out in a so-called reconciliation bill remained. Votes Thursday in the Senate and House of Representatives put the final issues to rest.

Specifically the measures approved late this week will grant doctors higher reimbursement rates for care of Medicaid patients in 2013 and 2014, while increasing federal funding to states to meet this cost. The reconciliation bill also includes a funding boost for community health centers and federal money to help states meet the cost of a Medicaid expansion spelled out in the initial health care reform legislation. See full story: http://www.disabilityscoop.com/2010/03/26/health-care-reconciliation-bill/7450/

Upcoming Events

lori — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:30:36 +0000

PEAK Parent Center March and April Parent Training Opportunities 2010

Click here for the full schedule: Microsoft Word – March and April Parent Training Opportunities 2010

Upcoming Events

lori — Wed, 10 Feb 2010 20:13:03 +0000

Ronald McDonald House Charities of Denver and Aurora

Cinderella Storybook 2010 Ball

Saturday, February 27th, Ritz-Carlton, Denver

See all the details at: http://ronaldhouse.org/ball.html

Autism Education Week

lori — Thu, 04 Feb 2010 21:36:45 +0000

Autism: Update on Prevalence, Diagnosis, and Educational Identification
February 5, 2010 – 1:00 pm- 4:30 pm
Anschutz Medical Campus, Education 2 North Building
13120 E. 19th Ave., 2nd Floor, Room 2104
Aurora, CO 80045

This workshop, offered in conjunction with Colorado Autism Education Week, will provide participants with information about the recent studies from the CDC regarding the prevalence of autism. Information about methods for diagnosing autism and identifying specific problems
will also be presented. Recent recommendations from the Colorado Autism Commission and steps for action will be discussed. Presentations will be aimed at a professional audience including students but content will not include highly technical language. A number of the topics to be presented have been receiving considerable attention in all forms of media. For more information: http://www.autismcolorado.org/

Upcoming Events

lori — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 23:28:21 +0000

Guardianship and Options when a Person Turns 18 – A two-part series

Session 1: Wednesday, February 10, 2010 from 6:30 to 8:30 pm

DDRC: 11177 W. 8th Avenue, Lakewood, CO 80215

This is a panel discussion to learn all about guardianship and answer your questions. What alternatives are available? What are your responsibilities? What does it mean for a person with disabilities?

You must attend Session 1 to attend Session 2

Session 2 (optional): Wednesday, February 17, 2010 from 6:30 to 8:30 pm at DDRC

All guardianship paperwork, as required by law, will be provided and step-by-step instructions on completing the forms.

Space is limited. RSVP required to Megan Martin at 303-462-6590

Presented by Developmental Disabilities Resource Center (DDRC) and The Arc in Jefferson County