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California Faces $68 Billon Dollar Deficit, while Californians with Developmental Disabilities and their Families Struggle
December 11, 2023
California’s budget deficit could hit a record $68 billion in the 2024-25 fiscal year, according to a report released last week from … Continue reading “California Faces $68 Billon Dollar Deficit, while Californians with Developmental Disabilities and their Families Struggle”
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DID YOU KNOW: A List of Available Regional Center Services are on the DDS Website?
December 4, 2023
By Jim Frazier, Public Policy Director, The Arc/UCP California Collaboration There is a list of services that are posted on … Continue reading “DID YOU KNOW: A List of Available Regional Center Services are on the DDS Website?”
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Transportation and Remote Services are Extended to 2025, as Described in Important DDS Directives
December 4, 2023
Welcome news was received on November 30 when the California Department of Developmental Services published two directives to all 21 … Continue reading “Transportation and Remote Services are Extended to 2025, as Described in Important DDS Directives”
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Dolores Huerta Inspires to Build Power and Influence Systemic Change at the California Latino Disability Leadership Summit in Los Angeles
December 4, 2023
By Tim Hornbecker, Grassroots Organizer, The Arc of California I was inspired, informed, and challenged by attending the El Arc … Continue reading “Dolores Huerta Inspires to Build Power and Influence Systemic Change at the California Latino Disability Leadership Summit in Los Angeles”
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DID YOU KNOW: An Advocacy Coordinator is Available to Help You Access Services and Supports?
November 27, 2023
By Jim Frazier, Public Policy Director, The Arc / UCP California Collaboration In 1998, The Lanterman Act was amended to … Continue reading “DID YOU KNOW: An Advocacy Coordinator is Available to Help You Access Services and Supports?”
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The Arc Family Convenes in New Orleans!
November 13, 2023
By Pat Hornbecker, Chair, The Arc of California Board of Directors The Arc of the United States held its national … Continue reading “The Arc Family Convenes in New Orleans!”
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A Time To Celebrate and Support Family Caregivers
November 13, 2023
November is National Family Caregiver Month, a month dedicated to highlighting the need for supports and connection for parents and … Continue reading “A Time To Celebrate and Support Family Caregivers”
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DID YOU KNOW: There are Many Benefits of Hiring People with Disabilities?
October 16, 2023
By Jim Frazier, Public Policy Director, The Arc / UCP California Collaboration Hiring individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities can … Continue reading “DID YOU KNOW: There are Many Benefits of Hiring People with Disabilities?”
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Governor Signs Historic Bill Aimed at Addressing Hate Crimes for People with Disabilities
October 16, 2023
By Greg deGiere, Civil Rights Advocate, The Arc of California Last week, Governor Gavin Newsom signed into law a groundbreaking … Continue reading “Governor Signs Historic Bill Aimed at Addressing Hate Crimes for People with Disabilities”
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Direct Support Professionals Overlooked for Wage Increases by Governor and Legislature
October 16, 2023
By Jordan Lindsey, Executive Director, The Arc / UCP California Collaboration For the second time in two weeks, Governor Gavin … Continue reading “Direct Support Professionals Overlooked for Wage Increases by Governor and Legislature”
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