SearchPassage of The “Dignity for All Act” Would Permanently Ban the “R-Word” in California Law
Passage of The “Dignity for All Act” Would Permanently Ban the “R-Word” in California Law
September 25, 2023
By Jim Frazier, Public Policy Director, The Arc / UCP California Collaboration In today’s modern society, we are constantly evolving … Continue reading “Passage of The “Dignity for All Act” Would Permanently Ban the “R-Word” in California Law”
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ACTION ALERT: Urge Governor Newsom to Sign Hate Crime Bill
September 18, 2023
By Greg deGiere, Civil Rights Advocate, The Arc/UCP California Collaboration The Senate voted 39-0 last Monday to give final passage … Continue reading “ACTION ALERT: Urge Governor Newsom to Sign Hate Crime Bill”
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In Case You Missed It: Governor Newsom Releases Statement in Honor of Direct Support Professionals
September 18, 2023
Last week, organizations across the U.S. celebrated National Direct Support Professional Week in various ways. But most importantly, the disability … Continue reading “In Case You Missed It: Governor Newsom Releases Statement in Honor of Direct Support Professionals”
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Direct Support Professionals Can Now Get Trained and Get Paid
September 18, 2023
By Jim Frazier, Public Policy Director, The Arc / UCP California Collaboration In an effort to recruit, train, and retain … Continue reading “Direct Support Professionals Can Now Get Trained and Get Paid”
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Survey Results Reveal Top Concerns for Developmental Disabilities Community
September 11, 2023
Thank you to everyone who participated in our community survey to help us better understand how you are connected to … Continue reading “Survey Results Reveal Top Concerns for Developmental Disabilities Community”
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Join Us in Celebrating National Direct Support Professional Recognition Week
September 11, 2023
Each year, since 2008, we have celebrated Direct Support Professional (DSP) Recognition Week. This week, September 11 to 15, we … Continue reading “Join Us in Celebrating National Direct Support Professional Recognition Week”
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End of Legislative Session Trailer Bills Offer Solution to Affordable Housing Shortages and Equity in Regional Center Services, but Miss Opportunity to Provide Mental Health Support for the Disability Community
September 5, 2023
By Jim Frazier, Public Policy Director, The Arc / UCP California Collaboration It’s two weeks to the end of the … Continue reading “End of Legislative Session Trailer Bills Offer Solution to Affordable Housing Shortages and Equity in Regional Center Services, but Miss Opportunity to Provide Mental Health Support for the Disability Community”
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Hate Crime Bill Passes Final Committee, Heads to the Governor’s Desk
September 5, 2023
By Greg DeGiere, Civil Rights Advocate, The Arc / UCP California Collaboration After three years of effort, it looks almost … Continue reading “Hate Crime Bill Passes Final Committee, Heads to the Governor’s Desk”
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An Important and Momentous Day for California’s Latino Disability Community
September 5, 2023
By Grace Huerta, Vice President, The Arc of California Board of Directors and Chair, El Arc de California Advisory Committee … Continue reading “An Important and Momentous Day for California’s Latino Disability Community”
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A Successful iPad Lending Project for Spanish-Speaking Parents of Children with Disabilities in Fresno
August 28, 2023
The Arc of California is thrilled to announce the successful completion of the first digital literacy iPad class and lending … Continue reading “A Successful iPad Lending Project for Spanish-Speaking Parents of Children with Disabilities in Fresno”
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