July 8, 2014
Implementation of the Coordinated Care Initiative (CCI) is now underway in Los Angeles, Riverside, San Diego, San Bernardino, and San Mateo counties. There have been significant changes to the CCI since the release of the second version of the Advocate's Guide to California's Coordinated Care Initiative in September 2013. Version Three of the Guide includes these important changes and provides the most recent information on the CCI.
DREDF’s 35th Anniversary Celebration
June 25, 2014
DREDF is excited to announce that on Wednesday, September 3, 2014 at the ERC from 5:30-8:00PM, will welcome two of our most stalwart disability rights leaders: Senator Tom Harkin and Representative George Miller, "to honor their long years of public service to our community, as well as to explore with them how our movement can best advance their legacy and lessons."
See Presentations from the Disability Rights Leadership Institute on Bioethics (DRLIB)
June 23, 2014
In April, the first-ever Disability Rights Leadership Institute on Bioethics (DRLIB for short) brought together around 65 disability rights advocates to learn about and discuss issues as diverse as withholding and withdrawal of life-sustaining treatment based on disability status, the legalization of assisted suicide and the threat it poses to both the disability community and the public at large, the issues posed by new reproductive technologies, and so-called "wrongful birth / wrongful life" lawsuits.
Comments of IOLTA-Funded California Disability Advocacy Organizations
June 20, 2014
DREDF, with Disability Rights California, Disability Rights Legal Center, and Legal Aid Society–Employment Law Center, recently submitted comments and recommendations on the proposed California Court Technology Governance and Strategic Plan.
The California Coordinated Care Initiative: Advanced Training
June 19, 2014
The California Coordinated Care Initiative (CCI): Consumer Protections and Benefit Package Summary
Free Webinar Series Consumer Protections and Benefit Package Summary
Wednesday, June 25, 2014 1:00 – 2:00 PM PST
This webinar will cover the consumer protections provided under the CCI. This webinar will also provide a detailed summary of what benefits will be provided by Cal MediConnect plans and a review of what long-term services and supports are being integrated into managed care.
DREDF National Park Service (NPS) Service Animal Comments
June 19, 2014
The Disability Rights Education & Defense Fund (DREDF) appreciates the opportunity to comment on the National Park Service (NPS) Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) to implement the National Park Service Organic Act of 1916 (16 U.S.C. § 1 et seq.), and bring its service animal provisions in line with existing federal disability rights laws.
Disability Rights, U.S. Transportation Priorities, and Even Climate Change
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May 21, 2014
On May 17, the White House honored Marilyn Golden as a Champion of Change for her 25 years of leadership in national system-change efforts that broaden the rights of people with disabilities to transportation. We're honored to work with Marilyn and pleased to share her blog post that discusses segregation, the disability rights movement, structural barriers (including transportation), and the effects of inequitable funding.
Read Marilyn's post on The White House Champions of Change Blog
Marilyn Golden – 2014 Champion of Change in Transportation
May 19, 2014
The White House honors Marilyn Golden and nine others who are Champions of Change for their exemplary leadership to ensure that transportation facilities, services, and jobs help individuals and their communities connect to 21st century opportunities. - Watch the video
FREE Special Education Clinic
May 14, 2014
DREDF is holding a free special education clinic for Yolo County residents on Friday, June 6th, at the Woodland Public Library - 250 1st St., Woodland, CA. The clinic will run from 1 to 5 p.m. and appointments are highly recommended. If you are a Yolo county resident and have questions or concerns regarding your child's education, call and make an appointment today.
DREDF’s Arlene Mayerson Receives 2014 Henry Viscardi Achievement Award
May 5, 2014
The international 2014 Henry Viscardi Achievement Awards pay tribute to exemplary leaders in the disability community who have had a profound impact on shaping attitudes, raising awareness and improving the quality of life of people with disabilities.