Anti-Bullying Campaign - American Association of People with Disabilities

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Power Up in support of AAPD! Become a Power Broker or join the Advocate Circle.   Your Sustainer donation during the 2013 Summer  Fundraiser Campaign will promote Anti-Bullying  by the 
American Association of People with Disabilities : Email - Half way there

AAPD:  'Promoting Equal Opportunity, Economic Power, Independent Living and Political Participation for people with disabilities.'
Also AAPD  offers other Ways To Give:  Become a Corporate National Partner, Sponsor an Event, Corporate Matching Gifts, and Planned & Estate Giving.


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LaCAN-Action-Alert---Contact-Legislators-Now to support funding for HCBS

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Amicus Briefs - Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates, Inc.

COPAA is 'Your National Voice for Special Education Rights and Advocacy'.  COPAA members work to protect the civil rights and secure excellence in education on behalf of the 6.5 million children with disabilities in America."
"COPAA is committed to creating a level playing field to ensure children with disabilities receive a high-quality education to which they are entitled and have available to then a free appropriate pubic education (FAPE) that is designed to meet their unique needs and prepare them for post-secondary outcomes, community participation, and employment."

Amicus Briefs - Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates, Inc.

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Tips for Choosing a Summer Camp for Your LD Child | LD Topics | LD OnLine

Tips for Choosing a Summer Camp for Your LD Child | LD Topics | LD OnLine

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Meeting the Behavioral Health Needs of People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

Register to attend this Empowerment Forum at http://myemail.constantcontact.com/An-Invitation-to-Attend---Empowerment-Forum.html?soid=1110586446125&aid=db0V-minGq8

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State's Autism Supervisor eliminated, Parents speak out |

State's Autism Supervisor eliminated, Parents speak out | KATC.com | Acadiana-Lafayette, Louisiana

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LaCAN-Information-Alert-Correction--More-NOW-Slots

225 more New Opportunities Waiver (NOW) slots!


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Social-Skills-Help-Is-On-Its-Way

Take the 'Social Network Project' Survey on Social Skills development for Aren't training in natural environments - via Northshore Families Helping Families @FHFNorthshore


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504 Plan, IEP, Transition and ADA Webinars-for-the-Busy-Parent-Professional

Accommodations: 504 Plan and IEP; Transition and ADA Webinars -

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THE CASE FOR INCLUSION 2013

It is the duty of a civil society such as ours to aid these individuals, who are often the most vulnerable members of society.
The Case for Inclusion, rank state Medicaid programs in all 50 states and the District of Columbia (DC) on outcomes for Americans with intellectual and developmental disabilities (ID/DD).

Every year since 2006, United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) -- an international advocate, educating and providing support services for children and adults with a spectrum of disabilities through an affiliate network-- produces The Case for Inclusion.
Medicaid affects all of us -- children and adults with disabilities, as we are aging, as our family ages, and when the unexpected happens. It is the critical safety net that provides financial and healthcare security, and community supports to Americans with ID/DD, aging, and low-income individuals and families, so that their desired freedom, quality of life and community participation can be fully realized.

This year's report shows that:

1. All states have room for some improvement, but some have consistently remained at the bottom of the rankings;
2. Despite economic strains, many states have made real improvements in the quality of services being provided;
3. There is still work to be done in ensuring that people with ID/DD can enjoy the same freedoms and quality of life as all Americans.

Other highlights include:




This interactive website enables users to::

• Compare state & national data
• View state scorecards to determine individual state performance
• Interact with the ranking map
• See highlights of 2013 report
• Advocate for areas needing improvement & promote key achievements
• Learn more about states at the forefront of managed care and employment issues
• Download full 2012 report and previous reports

United Cerebral Palsy Annual Report

THE CASE FOR INCLUSION 2013 | Welcome

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Temporary solution for parents who gave up autistic son | CTV News

  Temporary solution for parents who gave up autistic son | CTV News

"In Canada, many with severe autism need to live in group homes that offer 24-hour care, but there often are not enough spaces. Wait times can be as long as 15 or 20 years.
German centres for autistic adults provide constant supervision, social workers, remedial teachers and support staff, among other benefits.
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CTV's Joanne Schnurr on Amanda Telford's relief that her severely autistic son will be safe in care.

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