A Special Mother’s Day Message

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A Special Mother’s Day Message

May 15, 2023

By Pat Hornbecker, Board President, The Arc of California Through the eyes of many generations, I see motherhood grow and … Continue reading “A Special Mother’s Day Message”

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Act Now: Tell your elected officials to help end the disability workforce crisis. A woman who works as a direct support professional stands next to woman with down syndrome wearing a pink hat and taking a selfie.

The Lanterman Coalition Responds to Governor Newsom’s May Revise Budget Proposal

May 15, 2023

The Lanterman Coalition, consisting of major stakeholders in California’s community-based developmental disabilities services system, released the following official response to Governor … Continue reading “The Lanterman Coalition Responds to Governor Newsom’s May Revise Budget Proposal”

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Governor's Budget May Revision 2023-24

Developmental Services Spared From Cuts in Governor Newsom’s May Revise Budget

May 15, 2023

Friday, May 12, Governor Gavin Newsom released his May Revision proposal for the state budget, which includes proposals for spending … Continue reading “Developmental Services Spared From Cuts in Governor Newsom’s May Revise Budget”

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The Department of Developmental Services Released its New Information Packet on Early Start Services

May 5, 2023

The Department of Developmental Services has released its new Information Packet for Consumers and Families, on Early Start services. This … Continue reading “The Department of Developmental Services Released its New Information Packet on Early Start Services”

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Take Action to Keep Your Medi-Cal Coverage

April 3, 2023

Do you or a family member currently have health coverage or regional center services funded through Medi-Cal? If so, here’s … Continue reading “Take Action to Keep Your Medi-Cal Coverage”

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New Legislation Introduced

Arc/UCP-sponsored bills aim for police culture change to better protect people with disabilities

March 27, 2023

By Greg deGiere, Civil Rights Advocate, The of California Californians, and particularly adults and children with disabilities, are a step … Continue reading “Arc/UCP-sponsored bills aim for police culture change to better protect people with disabilities”

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A Personal Story: How I Became Ms. Wheelchair California

March 20, 2023

By Kathleen Barajas, President, Project AIR Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month (DDAM) was established in 1987. Each year, it gives the … Continue reading “A Personal Story: How I Became Ms. Wheelchair California”

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