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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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The Governor and Legislature Have Moved The Goalposts on Californians With Disabilities
October 9, 2023
By Jordan Lindsey, The Arc/UCP California Collaboration Last week, Governor Gavin Newsom signed a new law that will raise wages … Continue reading “The Governor and Legislature Have Moved The Goalposts on Californians With Disabilities”
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Department of Developmental Services Announces New Quality Incentive Program for Service Providers to Improve Outcomes
October 2, 2023
On September 23, 2023 the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) announced the implementation of a new voluntary Quality Incentive Program … Continue reading “Department of Developmental Services Announces New Quality Incentive Program for Service Providers to Improve Outcomes”
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Millions of Californians Have Lost Their Medi-Cal Coverage. Take Action to Keep Your Coverage
October 2, 2023
Take action to keep your coverage! Local Medi-Cal offices review each member’s eligibility once a year or when someone reports … Continue reading “Millions of Californians Have Lost Their Medi-Cal Coverage. Take Action to Keep Your Coverage”
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DID YOU KNOW?: October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month
October 2, 2023
By Jim Frazier, Public Policy Director, The Arc/UCP California Collaboration Each year in October, organizations throughout the United States recognize … Continue reading “DID YOU KNOW?: October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month”
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