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Webinar: SSI (Supplemental Security Income) Disability Benefits and Work Incentive Programs
Many people who receive SSI benefits fear they will lose their SSI benefits if they return to work. This myth hinders many from seeking employment. Discover opportunities to avoid deductions to your SSI checks through Disability Benefits and Work Incentives Programs.
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Investigation into Various Compliance Complaints Against the Antelope Valley Union High School District
Investigation into Various Compliance Complaints Against the Antelope Valley Union High School District Today, after a near two-year investigation, Disability Rights California (DRC) releases a 420-page authored by educational expert…
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PAIMI Advisory Council (PAC)
PAIMI Advisory Council (PAC) PAIMI (Protection and Advocacy for Individuals with Mental Illness Act) Disability Rights California’s Peer Self-Advocacy (PSA) Program advocates for and oversees the…
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Webinar: Explore Your Right to Safe Living Conditions - Thank You
Webinar: Explore Your Right to Safe Living Conditions - Thank You Thank You for Registering for: Webinar: Explore Your Right to Safe Living Conditions Your confirmation email will contain the webinar link. …
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Abuse/Neglect Investigation and Request for Corrective Action San Mateo County’s Use of Solitary Confinement and Mental Health System
Disability Rights California (“DRC”) has been investigating San Mateo County’s (“the County”) jail system pursuant to its authority as California’s protection and advocacy system for people with disabilities. For purposes of this investigation, DRC has designated the Prison Law Office (“PLO”) as its authorized agent.
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DRC's Opposition to the California Department of Public Health's Updated Guidance on Ending Mask Requirements in Health Care Settings
This explainer has information about Porterville Developmental Center and what it’s like for the people who live there. It also includes statistics about the race and ethnicity of Porterville residents, their length of stay, and troubling data about how often and for how long DDS staff at Porterville put people in manual and mechanical restraints.
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Disability Rights California is Excited for Long-Term DRC Employee and Leader Desiree Delonia to be the New Director of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Access (DEIA)
Disability Rights California (DRC) is excited for long-term DRC employee and leader Desiree Delonia to be the new Director of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Access (DEIA). Desiree started the position in January 2023. As the Director of DEIA, she is working to build and promote DRC’s culture where people feel empowered to be their true authentic selves in order to do their best work for DRC clients and the communities we serve.
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Ventura County Businesses Face String of Disabled Access Lawsuits
Ventura County Businesses Face String of Disabled Access Lawsuits Last summer, Olas de Carlos Surf Grill, a popular Mexican restaurant in Camarillo, was sued by someone who alleged it was violating the Americans with Disabilities Act…
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'It feels like a juvenile hall to me': A look at the Sacramento County facility for foster youth
'It feels like a juvenile hall to me': A look at the Sacramento County facility for foster youth Advocates issue report critical of Sacramento County's handling of housing of foster children SACRAMENTO, Calif. —…
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Voters with Disabilities in Shasta County May Be Left with No Option for Private and Independent Voting After the Board of Supervisors Abruptly Decided to End Its Contract with Dominion Voting Systems
Disability Rights California is deeply concerned by the Shasta County Board of Supervisors’ 3-2 vote to terminate the County’s contract with Dominion Voting Systems, Inc. (Dominion). Under this contract, Dominion provides the voting system used in the County’s elections.
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