People with service pets fight misconceptions (6) Jun 16, 2009
Monkeys, birds, horses, cats and other animals are also trained to provide services for the disabled. A dog like Heisman is more recognizable as a service animal but medical alert dogs like Sissy have been around for many years, said Mary Helen Cederholm, founder of the Arizona Registry of Service Animals and a former service dog trainer in Flagstaff. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
LETTER: Paying our fair share of taxes is a patriotic duty Apr 28, 2009
All good reasons to favor a public policy requiring the wealthy to contribute in proportion to their means; a policy of using tax money to pay for such benefits as health care, old age and survivors benefits, public education, aid to families with dependent children, services for the disabled, and disaster relief, often spoken of scornfully as a federal welfare system. None of us has acquired their wealth solely as a result of their own hard work. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
N.H. Dems, GOP make pitch over competing budgets Apr 7, 2009
Republicans also propose cutting funding for a conservation program, a deeper cut to the state's share of retirement, cutting $8 million from the courts' budget, and cutting higher education aid and funding to a variety of social service programs including cancer prevention and services for the disabled. Republicans would add $50 million for municipal aid and $83 million for school construction aid. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Our views: Wasting taxpayers time Apr 3, 2009
Floridas budget crisis looks worse by the day, with too few dollars to pay for education and services for the disabled and frail elderly. Tens of thousands of Sunshine State residents are losing their jobs or having hours and wages slashed. (Florida Today)
China to further improve social welfare for disabled Mar 27, 2009
BEIJING, March 26 (Xinhua) -- Chinese Vice Premier Hui Liangyu on Thursday urged to speed up building a system of social welfare and public services for the disabled, in an effort to improve their living conditions. Hui said at the plenary session of the State Council Coordination Committee on Disability that a complete system of social welfare and public services is the fundamental move to help the disabled share the fruit of China's economic development. (Xinhuanet, China)
Housing survey being conducted to assess needs Mar 10, 2009
Survey questions include annual income, whether a person owns or rents a home, whether homes are adequate for special needs, or close enough to services for the disabled, and whether the person taking the survey believes illegal immigration is affecting the availability of affordable housing. More than 300 people had taken the survey as of Thursday, Heavers said. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
State Income Tax Refunds On The Way Mar 8, 2009
As of Thursday, the Controller's Office already had released $45 million in delayed payments, including funds for regional health care centers, owners of unclaimed property and local services for the disabled. He planned Friday to start releasing the remainder of the delayed payments, including $1. (KCRA 3, CA)
'An embarrassment to Iowa' Feb 11, 2009
My God, this is an embarrassment to the state of Iowa, said Sylvia Piper of Iowa Protection and Advocacy, a federally funded group that oversees services for the disabled. This should not be happening in our state. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Emerald City Express: a Resounding Success Mar 5, 2008
After all, we needed to make money to provide services for the disabled and disadvantaged children in our community. That was the real reason I joined the Civitans. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
Governors of both parties decry new Medicaid rules Feb 24, 2008
The rules, scheduled to take effect in the next few months, would reduce federal payments for public hospitals, teaching hospitals, and services for the disabled, among others. State officials voiced their concerns as they arrived here for the winter meeting of the National Governors Association. (Boston Globe)
Goodwill to open store in Derby Jan 31, 2008
Proceeds from store sales fund training programs and services for the disabled. Related Industry News. (Wichita Business Journal, KS)
Access-A-Ride Strike Could Strand Many Dec 10, 2007
A spokesman for the MTA said it would not negotiate in this "private labor dispute," but that it plans to provide transport services for the disabled if Access-A-Ride operators go on strike. A spokesman for one of the van operators would not comment on the labor negotiations. (New York Sun)
Billion-dollar impact Nov 9, 2007
This year's Million Dollar Nonprofits list includes 98 organizations that provide social welfare services; 49 that provide rehabilitation and services for the disabled; 41 adult living/nursing homes; 22 cultural, educational or tourism organizations; 18 health-care agencies; and 12 economic development or business groups. Nonprofit executives agree with Cesana that it's difficult to get the message across to the public that they represent a lot more than a nice, little charity group. (Buffalo Business First, NY)
A `Dazzling' Addition Nov 3, 2007
It's well known to organizations that provide services for the disabled. Other than that, few people know about it. (R News)
Hometown schooling cuts special-ed costs Oct 22, 2007
Superintendents and special-education directors insist they do not intend to lower the quality of services for the disabled while keeping their eye on the bottom line. "Our primary goal is to meet the needs of the kids," said Linda Stapp, director of pupil services in Winchester, where an in-house high school program began this year. (Boston Globe -- Local)
COS hosts third Disability Awareness Day Oct 19, 2007
The college's Disability Resource Center will host Disability Awareness Day on Thursday to tell the public about special services for the disabled offered in the community. "There are a lot of students on campus that don't realize the services we have," said Sharmeen Lakhani, a support services coordinator with the Disability Resource Center. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Critics assail L.A. charter school director Sep 25, 2007
But notes from a charter-school supervisor, obtained by The Times, suggest that evidence supports claims of substandard classrooms, inadequate services for the disabled, poor student record-keeping and a lack of employee personnel files. The school's test scores are low but in the range of other middle schools in the area. (Los Angeles Times)
Leaders and legacies serve needs Sep 17, 2007
Services for the Disabled. Conrad Cantzen Shoe Fund. (Variety)
Disabled Protesters Blockade Thompson Center Sep 12, 2007
The group wants the state to stop funding institutions and direct the money to community based services for the disabled. The states spokeswoman on disabilities agreed tere is work to do. (CBS2Chicago.com, IL)
No takers yet for shuttered school Sep 2, 2007
The lease term specified under the request was considered too short by the nonprofits that generally run services for the disabled and by any firm that would consider using the site for housing. Now the city must decide how to tweak the bid documents to attract more applicants. (Boston Globe -- Local)
Illinois hits 20th day without budget as governor ponders veto Aug 22, 2007
Gov. Rod Blagojevich's plan to chop 500 million out of the state budget could affect emergency equipment for police and fire departments, services for the disabled and even efforts to clean up drinking water. Illinois marked 20 days without a budget Monday, a situation that's holding up hundreds of millions of dollars in aid to schools and payments to private companies. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
15 district attorneys join to stop early prison release Aug 17, 2007
The lawsuit led to the appointment of the three-judge panel, which was formed last month to examine how overcrowding is affecting inmate health care, mental health, services for the disabled and other prison operations. Among the possible remedies are a cap of California's inmate population and early release of some prisoners. (Lompoc Record, CA)
Jackson criticized for lack of amenities for disabled Aug 3, 2007
Also, the city has been slow to improve services for the disabled, citing a lack of money, she said. "The way (city officials) have handled ADA requirements in the past is with a reactive response, rather than a proactive one," she said. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Day trippin' around the lake: Bennett Spring area boasts a long history as a natural playground Jul 20, 2007
For information on facilities and services for the disabled, call 1-800-334-6946. Contact this reporter at. (Camdenton Lake Sun Leader, MO)
Multichannel Newswire Jul 6, 2007
In addition to shifting franchising authority to state officials, the bill introduces a number of new customer service rules, such as the implementation of standards for installation, repair, telephone response time, billing, collections and services for the disabled. NatGeo Hires Programming Chief National Geographic Channel has found a successor to John Ford as the networks top programmer. (Multichannel News)
Illinois Gov. Signs Franchise Law Jul 6, 2007
In addition to shifting franchising authority to state officials, the bill introduces a number of new customer service rules, such as the implementation of standards for installation, repair, telephone response time, billing, collections and services for the disabled. Some of the specific rules: consumers must have 30 days written warning before a change in rates, and bills must give consumers 28 days before the payment is due. (Multichannel News)
DNC: Romney Heads West as New Ad Taxes His Credibility Jun 21, 2007
1 percent on Romney's watch, even as they were forced to pay higher fees to get married, give birth, license a firearm, buy a home, register a car or boat, receive state services for the disabled, get a commercial drivers license, or even get tested for tuberculosis. Local anti-tax groups "reacted viscerally" after Romney "increased hundreds of fees," which helps explain why the smooth talking presidential wannabe has now signed a "no-tax pledge" he once mocked as "government by gimmickry" and... (PR Newswire)
Observer campaigns for elderly Jun 17, 2007
Gordon Brown, who replaces Tony Blair as Prime Minister on 27 June, has described personal care for the frail and old as one of the greatest failings of social policy, alongside that for children in care, treatment of offenders and services for the disabled. He recently admitted that the government needed to overhaul its community care policy. (Guardian Unlimited -- UK)
News from the Pennsylvania General Assembly Jun 5, 2007
DISABLED SERVICES: More than a dozen activists gathered in the Capitol Rotunda to support increased state spending on services for the disabled. The Disability Budget Coalition said it is concerned about a proposal to cut funding for independent-living centers, which help people move from nursing homes into community-based services. (NEPA News, PA)
Related: Disabled fall through the cracks of war May 10, 2007
Her mother, a widow in a patriarchal culture, feels like one of many Afghan women left to pick up the pieces in a place with few services for the disabled. War-related injuries account for about 17 per cent of Afghanistan's 747,000 to 867,000 disabled people, according to a report released by Handicapped International. (Globe and Mail -- International)
Why the disabled do Taliban's deadly work May 7, 2007
"In Kabul we have some services for the disabled ... but in the provinces there is nothing -- no services, no vocational training. They are isolated from society and life. This situation causes people to be very disappointed in life, to be depressive and to bear a deep grudge in their hearts toward society and other people.". Suicide attacks in Afghanistan have risen dramatically in recent years, according to Human Rights Watch, which released a report on the subject last month. (Globe and Mail -- International)
$71.9 billion budget passes Senate, House May 4, 2007
Lawmakers capped dollar amounts on services for the disabled that will leave many without home aid or at a loss for what to do during the day. Build your classified ad with color photos. (The Palm Beach Post)
Kidman and the Kennedys honoured for their service Apr 14, 2007
Kidman who became a Companion in the Order of Australia and Mr and Mrs Kennedy who became Members received medals along with men and women who had contributed to international development and HIV prevention; improved consumer awareness; advanced statistical science; and better services for the disabled. There also were public service and military medals for Australians who had developed price indices used around the world; improved availability of medicines for war veterans; organised... (The Age)
KCRA 3 Investigates: Home Care Fraud Mar 1, 2007
-- Sacramento's Chief Deputy District Attorney said he would like to go after fraud involving in-home supportive services for the disabled and the elderly, but the fact is, the number of cases coming in for prosecution is far lower than many other counties. The disabled and seniors like Rancho Cordova resident Mary Bryant receive public money to hire helpers. (KCRA 3, CA)
Legislators not keen on sales tax bump Feb 23, 2007
The latter, includes funding for nursing homes, medical assistance for the poor, child support programs, and services for the disabled and children with special needs. About $420 million from the increased sales tax would be combined with $448 in gaming revenue expected by this summer to provide an average $190 in property tax relief per household this year, according to Rendell press secretary Kate Philips. (Doylestown Central Bucks Life, PA)
Bills would shorten wait for services Feb 17, 2007
Whalley said providing services for the disabled is a higher priority than spending $12 million on land conservation - the amount Lynch included in his budget for that program. But Richard Cohen, executive director of the Disabilities Rights Center, said the bill did not do enough to ensure the appropriate services are provided over the disabled person's lifetime. (Concord Monitor)
Standards on rail platform gaps get look Feb 13, 2007
Depending on the equipment that a disabled person uses, gaps at different stations may or may not be surmountable, said Jennifer Dexter, assistant vice president for government relations of Easter Seals Inc., a nonprofit provider of services for the disabled. "There isn't a cut-and-dry answer on how big a gap is too big," she said. (Bakersfield Californian -- Nation)
Rell would hike income tax / Would reduce car tax, end estate tax, raise cigarette tax Feb 8, 2007
"In other words, before we add a penny for education at any level, improved health care programs, ... or any additional services for the disabled, impoverished, neglected, or abused children, the General Fund is in the hole almost $500 million," Rell wrote in her budget message. Despite turning down more than $1 billion in agency requests, Rell did ask for $17. (Journal Inquirer, CT)
Transportation for disabled brings cities, county to table Feb 7, 2007
2 million this year for Lynx services, with more than $875,000 of that going toward transportation services for the disabled. It costs Lynx, which covers Seminole, Orange and Osceola counties, $15 million a year to provide the service. (Orlando Sentinel -- News)
Woman found with bag over head Jan 20, 2007
(AP) - An employee of a company that provides services for the disabled has been arrested after a mentally disabled woman was found alone inside a Lexington apartment with a plastic bag on her head. Police say the caregiver, 25-year-old Monique Tetter of Lexington, has been charged with abuse-neglect of an adult. (WKRC.com, OH)
4 Hurt in Ind. Workplace Shooting Jan 11, 2007
Easter Seals is a national provider of services for the disabled. Please create an account or login to read this story. (The Ledger)
