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Stella Young: I'm not your inspiration, thank you very much | Talk Video | TED.com - 0 views

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shared by Roger Holt on 23 Jun 14 - No Cached
  • Stella Young is a comedian and journalist who happens to go about her day in a wheelchair — a fact that doesn’t, she’d like to make clear, automatically turn her into a noble inspiration to all humanity. In this very funny talk, Young breaks down society's habit of turning disabled people into “inspiration porn.”
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What Happens When Sheltered Workshops Close? - Disability Scoop - 0 views

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shared by Roger Holt on 02 Oct 14 - No Cached
  • The sheltered workshops that are still prevalent across much of the country were shut down in Vermont more than a decade ago. And now, the employment rate of people with developmental disabilities in the New England state is twice the national average.
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Watch: Why are so many people with disabilities forced to live in poverty? | Al Jazeera... - 0 views

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shared by Roger Holt on 15 Sep 14 - No Cached
  • MOSCOW, Pa. – Sara Wolff works for a law firm, sits on the board of directors for several advocacy organizations and is a gifted public speaker. But due to a federal regulation, she’s prohibited from doing something almost every other American has the right to do: save for her future. That’s because Wolff has Down syndrome and, like millions born with a disability, she receives Supplemental Security Income to help pay her living expenses. In order to meet SSI eligibility requirements, she isn't allowed to earn more than $700 a month or have more than $2,000 in savings.
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Finances for a Special-Needs Child - Video - 0 views

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shared by Terry Booth on 09 Jul 10 - Cached
  • Amanda and Jason Purnell know they will have to financially support their daughter, who has Down syndrome, for the rest of her life.
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Fear of iPods and Facebook in classrooms does not compute | csmonitor.com - 0 views

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shared by Roger Holt on 27 Aug 09 - Cached
  • York, Maine - I remember a time when teachers jumped at the chance to use the latest technology in their classrooms. In fact, I remember the time about a decade ago when my administration gave me my first Apple computer to use in my room. My students were all huddled around me as I investigated new learning tools. The graphics were terrible but it was like magic to my students. It lit their imaginations and sparked great discussions. Today students have taken a fearless lead in online social networking and the creative use of new technologies. Technology has become a part of life for them and they want more of it in the classroom. Many teachers and administrators, on the other hand, now seem to fear this. Some claim technology dumbs down students. They block social media sites like Facebook and Web-based e-mail because of a fear that it might be abused. They also reject the use of iPods and cellphones because they are distracting and encourage cheating. News flash: These technologies are here to stay.
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Bozeman Montana Local News - 0 views

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shared by Roger Holt on 20 Aug 09 - Cached
  • Life has been hard on Dan, throwing all kinds of health problems at him since the day he was born.He had to undergo several surgeries in childhood and has had to struggle with everything from stuttering to kidney failure. He also suffered the unkind comments of school classmates and even some teachers because of his mental disability.Yet despite his hardships, Dan managed to hold down a job, to support himself, to live independently for 25 years and to make some very loyal friends.
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JFActivist: PBS to Air Film on Disability Advocates - 0 views

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shared by Roger Holt on 30 Sep 09 - Cached
  • The film BODY & SOUL: DIANA & KATHY chronicles the life of two of the country’s most remarkable advocates for people with disabilities. Diana Braun, who has Down syndrome, and Kathy Conour, who has cerebral palsy, met three decades ago and vowed to fight to live independent lives. Fearful of being shut away in a nursing home or forced into a state-run institution, Diana and Kathy broke the rules, escaped the system, and modeled a grand experiment in independent living.
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Special Needs Day at the Western Montana Fair - Missoula - Aug. 11, 2010 - 0 views

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shared by Terry Booth on 10 Aug 10 - Cached
  • Enjoy a sensory friendly day at the fair for special needs children and their family. Rides will be operated at a slower pace, the music will be turned down, and the faster scarier rides will not be operating.
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SPECIAL FOCUS: Holidays on the Horizon! - 0 views

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shared by Terry Booth on 08 Nov 10 - No Cached
  • The holiday season is bearing down on us again. It may be the season to be jolly, but it can be crazy, too, and challenging when it comes to gifting ideas, holiday activities, and what will "work" for a child with a disability. So here are a gift-wrapped package of resources that we hope will help make this holiday season enjoyable for all who participate.
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Autism: 8 tips to help you survive the holidays : Laura Shumaker : City Brights - 0 views

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shared by Roger Holt on 01 Dec 10 - No Cached
  • The year was 1991. Matthew, who had yet to receive a formal diagnosis of autism, was 4, and Andy was 2. My husband and I dressed them matching reindeer sweaters and took them to the company holiday party, where Santa was making an appearance. Andy climbed in to Santa's lap and asked for a Nerf Bow and Arrow. Matthew was next, and asked for a drain. "A train?" Santa asked cheerfully. "No," Matthew said, "a drain." Matthew wanted a drain. He was fascinated with water going down the drain, and wanted one of his very own.
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Group Offers Plain English Guides To Autism Insurance Laws - Disability Scoop - 0 views

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shared by Roger Holt on 18 Feb 10 - Cached
  • At least 15 states mandate some type of insurance coverage for autism treatments. Now an advocacy group is offering a set of frequently asked questions breaking down the basics of each state’s law. The fact sheets created by Autism Speaks’ lobbying initiative Autism Votes and the George Washington University Law School offer a plain English guide to what’s covered by autism insurance legislation in each state.
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Early Math Matters: Preparing Preschoolers to Succeed - 0 views

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shared by Roger Holt on 22 Feb 10 - Cached
  • For preschoolers in the United States, the pressure is on to learn math early and learn it well. The No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB) has put pressure on schools to make sure that all students are meeting state standards for achievement, and this has resulted in more rigorous math curricula and testing, starting in early elementary school. With increased public attention on the value of high-quality early childhood education, the pressure to perform has trickled down to our youngest students, and preschools are taking a closer look at their math programs and making adjustments that will prepare “little learners” for the challenges of elementary school.  And parents are always searching for better ways to boost their youngsters’ mastery of early math.
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House Approves Bill To Limit Restraint, Seclusion In Schools - Disability Scoop - 0 views

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shared by Roger Holt on 05 Mar 10 - Cached
  • A bill imposing first-ever federal oversight on the use of restraint and seclusion in schools cleared the House of Representatives Wednesday, paving the way for Senate consideration. The bill now called the Keeping All Students Safe Act passed by a vote of 262 to 153, despite objections from numerous Republicans who said the measure was premature and would infringe on states’ rights to oversee education. The vote came down largely along party lines even though the measure was sponsored by lawmakers on both sides of the aisle.
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Deparrtment of Defense Special Needs Parent Toolkit - 1 views

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shared by Roger Holt on 02 Mar 10 - No Cached
  • The DoD Special Needs Parent Toolkit has comprehensive information and tools that are geared towards helping military families with special needs children navigate the maze of medical and special education services, community support and benefits and entitlements.  The Toolkit is broken down into six colorful modules that can be easily downloaded and printed.   We have included important facts, records, tools and sample letters.
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Preventing Harmful Restraint and Seclusion in Schools Act (H.R.4247) - Wrightslaw.com - 0 views

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shared by Roger Holt on 16 Dec 09 - Cached
  • The Preventing Harmful Restraint and Seclusion in Schools Act (H.R. 4247) was introduced by Congressman George Miller (D-CA), Chair of the House Education and Labor Committee and Congresswoman Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA), Vice Chair of the House Republican Conference and Co-Chair of the Congressional Down Syndrome Caucus. At the same time, Senator Chris Dodd has introduced a companion bill, S.2860, declaring, “The tragedies associated with the inappropriate use of seclusion and restraint are not only unacceptable, they are unconscionable.” The two bills are almost the same, with only two differences, noted below. The bipartisan House bill will be considered by the full Committee early next year (called “marking up.”)  If the Committee votes in favor of the bill, it will go to the full House for a vote.
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Consumer Tips for Evaluating Assistive Technology Products - Assistive technology | Gre... - 0 views

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shared by Roger Holt on 21 Jan 10 - Cached
  • There are many assistive technology (AT) products available, and new tools are frequently released on the market. The first step to narrowing down your search for appropriate AT tools is to analyze several factors: your child's individual needs, the particular task(s) she must accomplish, the AT tools that address her challenges and the settings where she will use the technology. Once you have identified these key factors, you will want to focus on the quality, usability and reliability of the AT tools themselves. Here's how to be a savvy consumer.
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Patient Voices - Bipolar Disorder - Interactive Feature - NYTimes.com - 0 views

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shared by Roger Holt on 03 Apr 10 - Cached
  • What is it like to have bipolar disorder? To be labeled "crazy"? How do you balance the ups and downs? Here, in their own words, are the stories of nine men and women living with bipolar disorder.
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IQ Requirements Hindering Families - Disability Scoop - 0 views

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shared by Roger Holt on 26 Apr 10 - Cached
  • In many states, determining whether or not an adult with a disability qualifies for significant assistance comes down to one factor: IQ score. Trouble is that IQ and ability don’t always match up. The conundrum is particularly pronounced among individuals with autism and mental illness who often have normal intellectual intelligence, but have significant social or emotional needs that prohibit them from living independently, advocates say.
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Registration for Campers/Families and Colunteers for Camp No Limits 2011! - 0 views

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shared by Terry Booth on 09 Feb 11 - No Cached
  • Click here to download the latest registration forms Here are the dates and the registration forms for campers/families and volunteers for Camp No Limits 2011! We have an exciting year ahead of us so sign up soon!  As always Maine camp fills up fast and to make sure we have room PLEASE get your forms in ASAP!   As you will notice the registration forms have been condensed so I hope that you appreciate it!  We DO NEED ALL FORMS SIGNED!  PLEASE make every effort to fill the forms out and return them as soon as possible so we do not have to hunt you down at camp to sign forms!  If you are attending more than one camp please circle all locations you plan to attend and then you will not have to fill out new forms at each camp! Please let me know if you have questions and we will plan to see you in 2011! www.nolimitsfoundation.org
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