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The DOJ halted civil rights lawsuits into abuse in SC & LA state-run facilities — despite finding serious harm. ProPublica’s investigation reveals the disturbing details. 🔗 propublica.org/article/trump… #DisabilityRights #TheArcofSC

The President’s new executive order pushes forced institutionalization of unhoused people with disabilities—gutting civil rights & decades of legal protections. We need housing, not handcuffs. Care, not confinement. #DisabilityRights #EndInstitutionalization

🚨 Major changes are coming to Medicaid, SNAP, & more—and people with disabilities could pay the price. ❌ $1T in Medicaid cuts ❌ SNAP work rules expanded ❌ 21,000+ already on SC waitlists We broke it down for you: 🔗 arcsc.org/keyadvocacyinitiat… 📞 Speak out. Call your lawmakers.

📣 We’re #hiring Case Managers in Greenwood, Laurens & Dorchester Counties! • Bachelor’s degree required • Start at $18.69/hr during training • Help people w/ IDD thrive 💛💜💙 Apply ➡️ arcsc.org/employment | Email ✉️ [email protected] Please RT! #SCJobs #TheArcofSC

ACTION ALERT! The House may vote on the reconciliation bill tomorrow. It slashes Medicaid & SNAP—programs thousands of South Carolinians rely on. Let’s flood Congress with our voices today: CALL 202-224-3121 and tell your Representative to VOTE NO. #TheArcofSC #ProtectMedicaid

🚨 Urgent: The Dept. of Energy is trying to roll back key disability rights protections under Section 504—without public input. Unless we act, these changes take effect July 15. 🗓️ Submit your comment by June 16: regulations.gov #DisabilityRights #Protect504 #TheArcofSC

🚨 Calling Advocates! 🚨 We’re looking to expand The Arc of SC’s advocacy reach into Beaufort, Hilton Head, Florence & Aiken! 🌟Email us at [email protected] to learn how YOU can help! Let’s build a stronger, more inclusive community together! 💪 #TheArcofSC #Advocacy #Inclusion

Join us Oct 9 at 6:30 PM for Life Care Planning: Making the Future More Secure for Your Dependent with Special Needs led by Douglas A. Vogel from MassMutual. No recording—attend live to access key info & a Q&A session. Register now: [tinyurl.com/3pp53vvs] #LifeCarePlanning

The University of Wisconsin–Madison is conducting a study on tech use by adults with Down syndrome. If you're 18+, live in the USA, & have Down syndrome, join their 45-min survey & earn $15! 🔗 forms.gle/ra7GfR9FP8LH735e7 Questions? Email [email protected].

Children with disabilities are missing school due to special education staffing shortages. Emma Lenover from CA missed 2 months because there was no aide. Families are suing for the support these students need. Read more: npr.org/2024/05/15/124779576…

🌟 Workshop Alert for Caregivers! Learn how to secure your loved one with special needs' future. *Government benefits protection *Special Needs Trusts *Wills & Guardianship *Financial strategies & Letters of Intent 📅 4-10 📍tinyurl.com/YE8NBTAY #SpecialNeedsSupport

GSP, Delta Air Lines, and Enterprise Rent-a-Car all came together to help sponsor this event where families can practice the airport experience without leaving the ground. You can view Fox Carolina's coverage of the event here: foxcarolina.com/video/2023/0… arcsc.org/wings-for-autism

Cancer Screening for Patients With Intellectual Disability: Exploring Parent and Caregiver Perspectives (healthsciencessc.org)

People who complete the interview will be paid with a $50 gift card. For further information, please go to ohsu.edu/decisions-app or email [email protected]. youtube.com/watch?v=ZNwVdWjv… ohsu.edu/univers.../reproduc…

Sharing for our friends at the disAbilities Coalition of Beaufort County South Carolina. The '23-'24 disAbilities Coalition Resource Guide for Beaufort County quickflipbook.com/flip/resou…

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 2023 AT 6 PM – 10 PM Your Night to Shine Dance Cayce Moose Lodge #462 Special needs dance. Tickets are $10 in advance and $15 at the door. Includes sodas, finger foods and picture. caycelodge462.com