Resources for Parents with Disabilities
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1w ago
Whether you have a visible disability, invisible disability, chronic illness, or other health issues, being a parent with a disability is possible. In fact, there are lots of parents with disabilities. The National Research Center for Parents with Disabilities found that there are over 4.4 million parents who have a disability.    ..read more
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Navigating Medicaid Fair Hearings
Disability Rights Florida
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3w ago
Have your Medicaid services or programs been cut or new requests denied? If so, you need to know about Medicaid Fair Hearings ..read more
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Disability is Not a Bad Word: Why ‘Unique Abilities’ Isn’t as Nice as it Sounds
Disability Rights Florida
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4M ago
Members of the disability community experience very real barriers, oppression, and discrimination daily. That fact cannot and should not be swept under the rug of comforting euphemisms ..read more
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Highlighting Deaf & Disabled Native American Artists & Activists
Disability Rights Florida
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5M ago
November is Native American Heritage Month. Tune in throughout November to learn about some incredible Deaf, disabled, and chronically ill native leaders, artists, and activists who are Indigenous to or currently residing in the United States ..read more
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5 Reasons to Hire People with Disabilities
Disability Rights Florida
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6M ago
October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month, and in today's inclusive and diverse workforce, people with disabilities are increasingly being recognized for the valuable skills and perspectives they bring to the table. Employers are discovering that hiring individuals with disabilities is not just an act of social responsibility but a wise business decision. This blog post will explore five compelling reasons why people with disabilities make great employees.  ..read more
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Advocating for People and Paws: Understanding Service Dog Owners’ Rights
Disability Rights Florida
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7M ago
September is National Guide Dog Month, a time to recognize and appreciate the tireless efforts of service dogs. In this blog, we aim to emphasize the rights of owners of service dogs, as well as the crucial role they play in assisting people with disabilities ..read more
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Debunking 7 Misconceptions about Sign Language, Deaf Culture, and Deafness
Disability Rights Florida
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7M ago
In honor of International Week of Deaf People, we debunk common misconceptions about Sign Language, Deaf Culture, and deafness ..read more
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A Quick Guide to Disability Education Terms
Disability Rights Florida
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8M ago
Disability Rights Florida wants to empower students and their supporters to take on their education. We hope that by making these terms more accessible and easier to understand, you’ll have the language and confidence to take on this school year ..read more
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7 Books We’re Reading for Disability Pride Month
Disability Rights Florida
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10M ago
July is Disability Pride Month! Add one of these books by disabled authors to your reading list ..read more
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Knowing Your Rights: LGBTQ+ Youth with Disabilities
Disability Rights Florida
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11M ago
As with all LGBTQ+ youth, LGBTQ+ youth with disabilities should be aware of laws and regulations that protect them from discrimination based on their sexual orientation or gender identity ..read more
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