Small Voices, BIG Impact: Little Lobbyists Takes on Harrisburg!
Cole's mom writes about the electric mood at the Harrisburg, PA, stop on the "Sick of It! Fix Health Care Now" bus tour.
What Is “Section 504”? Disability Rights 101 (by Jeneva Stone)
The Rehab Act (as it’s often called) is the foundation for civil rights for people with disabilities in the U.S., and at its heart is Section 504, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability “under any program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance.”
Medicaid & IDEA--What's at Stake: Grace Dow
I have Cerebral Palsy and I was born prematurely in India. I rely on a walker and a wheelchair for my mobility.
Save IDEA: Aaron Holzmueller
I had a diffuse and catastrophic birth brain injury, which resulted in my disabilities.
Save Medicaid & IDEA: Ethan & Christy Judd
Ethan was born with congenital myasthenia syndrome, which affects the communication between his brain and muscles, leading him to have low muscle tone. He also had dislocated and subluxated hips, so he uses a wheelchair for long distance and for greater independence.
Save Medicaid & IDEA: Cindy & Thomas Hammerquist
Thomas is sixteen. He’s a happy guy who loves Star Wars, pop music and root beer. He has a hello and goodbye for everyone and everything - “So long Target!”
Save Medicaid & IDEA: Meghann & Miles Luczkowski
Miles is finishing up 2nd grade. He loves music, especially theme songs! If there’s a device nearby with access to the internet, Miles will find his favorite videos on YouTube.
Judy Heumann, Rolling Warrior
Judy Heumann has been called the mother of the disability rights movement, and her life reflected that. She was kind, warm, encouraging to Little Lobbyists families, and, especially to our children.
How Do You Stay Prepared? Let’s Talk
An hour later, disaster struck. My medically complex and disabled child was miles away and I didn’t know what to do.
The Better Care Better Jobs Act: A Light of Hope for Our Families
HCBS, including professional caregiving like skilled home nursing and direct support, help our kids stay safe at home and school and allow us – their parents and caregivers – to go to work, care for our other children, and provide for our families.
Thank You, Lois Curtis, Olmstead Hero
Had Rob been born 15 years earlier, he would have been automatically institutionalized. Rob and my family owe a huge debt of gratitude to Lois Curtis, the “L.C.” in the Olmstead case.
Share the Journey with Jeneva: Matthew Plantz on the Importance of Community Inclusion
Matthew Plantz is a lifelong advocate for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities at the local, state, and federal level.
The ENFit Transition: Advice and Information for Families
Many other families found out this fall when they began receiving mixed lots of supplies: ENFit and their usual. This is creating mind-boggling problems for tens of thousands of American families.