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This week the call for greater disability employment continues, children with disabilities and the fight on school mask mandates AND everything you need to know about the Paralympic Games PLUS Lil Wayne has the best interview about mental health in What We’re Reading!
This week, COVID vaccine boosters are recommended for people who are immunocompromised, Disability loses traction in boardrooms AND Marlee Matlin’s new show CODA is not the ned for Deaf people on TV PLUS we are somehow still fighting shock treatments being used against PWFs in What We’re Reading
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Many Older Americans Still Aren’t Vaccinated, Making the Delta Wave Deadlier www.nytimes.com/interactive/2021/08/24/world/vaccines-seniors.html?smid=tw-share
Many Older Americans Still Aren’t Vaccinated, Making the Delta Wave Deadlier
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Compared with other highly vaccinated countries, large parts of the United States have many vulnerable seniors, helping spur hospitalization and death.Disney Making Changes To Disability Access At Theme Parks www.disabilityscoop.com/2021/08/24/disney-making-changes-to-disability-access-at-theme-parks/29460/
Disney Making Changes To Disability Access At Theme Parks
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Big changes are coming once again to Disney's system for providing accommodations to people with disabilities at its theme parks.Environmental injustice and disability: Where is the research? www.ehn.org/disability-justice-2654683649.html
Environmental injustice and disability: Where is the research?
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Due to a lack of data and understanding, the disabled community remains left out of most environmental justice researchToronto man with disability paddleboards across Lake Ontario to raise mental health awareness www.rochesterfirst.com/community/yes-i-can-toronto-man-with-disability-paddleboards-across-ontari...
Toronto man with disability paddleboards across Lake Ontario to raise mental health awareness
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In 2018, Mike Shoreman was a professional athlete with ambitions to take over the paddle boarding scene. That was during the same time he was diagnosed with Ramsay Hunt Syndrome.This week the call for greater disability employment continues, children with disabilities and the fight on school mask mandates AND everything you need to know about the Paralympic Games PLUS Lil Wayne has the best interview about mental health in What We’re Reading! declarationforindependence.org/what-were-reading-august-23-2021/
What We’re Reading: August 23, 2021 - Declaration for Independence
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This week the call for greater disability employment continues, children with disabilities and the fight on school mask mandates AND everything you need to know about the Paralympic Games PLUS Lil Wayne has the best interview about mental health in What We’re Reading!Opinion: The Time for Disability Employment Reform Is Now www.marylandmatters.org/2021/08/20/opinion-the-time-for-disability-employment-reform-is-now/
Opinion: The Time for Disability Employment Reform Is Now – Maryland Matters
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By Nicole LeBlanc The writer, a resident of Silver Spring, is a disability policy and advocacy consultant. As we enter Year 1 of the Biden administration and Year 2 of this nightmarish pandemic, it is now more important than ever that we pass meaningful reform that focuses on moving away from segreg...nytimes.com/2021/08/19/us/19virus-abbott-texas-lawsuit-mask-mandate-ban.html
Children with disabilities sue the Texas governor over his ban on school mask mandates.
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The suit in federal court, which argues that the ban denies medically at-risk children equal access to a safe education, could set a national precedent.Minnesota disability agency to boycott State Fair over lack of mask and vaccine mandates strib.mn/3iIrjON
Minnesota disability agency to boycott State Fair over lack of mask and vaccine mandates
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The Minnesota Council on Disability says its safety concerns have been ignored.Everything You Need to Know About the Paralympic Games
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The action on the track and roads in Tokyo continues into September.Rapper Lil Wayne opens up in a candid discussion with Emmanuel Acho which does not shy away from mental health, race and the path toward wellness. TW: Suicide
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Mental Health Doesn't Discriminate feat. Lil Wayne - Uncomfortable Conversations with Emmanuel Acho
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5 time Grammy award winner, @Lil Wayne opens up for the first time ever about the details of his attempted suicide at age 12. Lil Wayne discusses his life l...www.youtube.com/watch?v=gHCDvdCaJhI
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People with disabilities make up 15% of the world’s population.Let’s break down the barriers that keep us apart. #WeThe15View the audio described version her...CDC backs third vaccine dose for immunocompromised people www.washingtonpost.com/health/2021/08/13/booster-shot-covid-immunocompromised/?tid=ss_tw
CDC backs third vaccine dose for immunocompromised people
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Additional doses could be available as soon as this weekend.Nasdaq’s Snub To Boardroom Disability Inclusion Initiative — A Missed Opportunity via @forbes www.forbes.com/sites/gusalexiou/2021/08/13/nasdaqs-snub-to-boardroom-disability-inclusion-initiat...
Nasdaq’s Snub To Boardroom Disability Inclusion Initiative — A Missed Opportunity
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Last week, Nasdaq received approval for its new initiative reporting on diversity in the boardroom. Sadly, disability was not included as a boardroom metric. Why, in 2021, does disability still find itself at the bottom of the barrel when it comes to workplace diversity inclusion?Michael J. Fox Reviews a Thoughtful Memoir on the Challenges of Living With Disability www.nytimes.com/2021/08/15/books/review/i-live-a-life-like-yours-jan-grue.html?smid=tw-share
Michael J. Fox Reviews a Thoughtful Memoir on the Challenges of Living With Disability
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In “I Live a Life Like Yours,” Jan Grue, a Norwegian professor, writes of living with a rare form of spinal muscular atrophy.This week, COVID vaccine boosters are recommended for people who are immunocompromised, Disability loses traction in boardrooms AND Marlee Matlin’s new show CODA is not the end for Deaf people on TV PLUS we are somehow still fighting shock treatments being used against PWDs in What We’re Reading!
What We’re Reading: August 16, 2021 - Declaration for Independence
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This week, COVID vaccine boosters are recommended for people who are immunocompromised, Disability loses traction in boardrooms AND Marlee Matlin’s new show CODA is not the ned for Deaf people on TV PLUS we are somehow still fighting shock treatments being used against PWFs in What We’re ReadingFDA authorizes extra vaccine doses for immunocompromised patients to bolster protection against the coronavirus www.washingtonpost.com/health/2021/08/12/booster-shot-coronavirus/?tid=ss_tw
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The action by the Food and Drug Administration means additional shots could be available for the immunocompromised as soon as this weekend.Pandemic-driven early retirement is among threats to the financial security of many older Americans. AARP supports measures to help shore up savings. - www.aarp.org/politics-society/advocacy/info-2021/pandemic-threatens-retirement-security-for-many....
Pandemic Threatens Retirement Security for Many
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Pandemic-driven early retirement is among threats to the financial security of many older Americans. AARP supports measures to help shore up savings.10 Books on Disability Justice- bookriot.com/disability-justice/
Books on Disability Justice and Its Many Facets | Book Riot
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You can’t achieve comprehensive social justice without disability justice. Here's an entry point to disability justice and its many facets.How Smart Technology Could Revolutionize The Senior Living Industry via @forbes www.forbes.com/sites/forbesbusinesscouncil/2021/08/10/how-smart-technology-could-revolutionize-th...
Council Post: How Smart Technology Could Revolutionize The Senior Living Industry
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Smart home systems and artificial intelligence (AI) have unlocked an ever-growing number of possibilities for assisting seniors as they age.Disability Advocates Fight Ruling Allowing Electric Shock Treatment Back In Mass. Residential School wbur.fm/3xIuhXQ
Disability Advocates Fight Ruling Allowing Electric Shock Treatment Back In Mass. Residential School
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The Judge Rotenberg Center in Massachusetts will continue to be the only school, hospital or residential facility in the U.S. allowed to use electric shock as a therapy for its students with cognitive and emotional disabilities.Some in US getting COVID-19 boosters without FDA approval - ABC News - abcn.ws/2VzzPGT
Some in US getting COVID-19 boosters without FDA approval
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An untold number of Americans have managed to get COVID-19 booster shots even though the U.S. government hasn't approved themCoronavirus booster shots for the immunocompromised expected to be authorized soon www.washingtonpost.com/health/2021/08/06/booster-shots-immunocompromised-fda/?tid=ss_tw
Coronavirus booster shots for the immunocompromised expected to be authorized soon
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Federal officials are rushing to review data and could act within days or weeks.This week: COVID19 booster shots AND voter registration AND Target makes backpacks for Wheelchair users, PLUS we continue to recognize the ADA Anniversary and think about accessible housing and healthcare in What We’re Reading! declarationforindependence.org/what-were-reading-august-9-2021/
What We’re Reading: August 9, 2021 - Declaration for Independence
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This week: COVID19 booster shots AND voter registration AND Target makes backpacks for Wheelchair users, PLUS we continue to recognize the ADA Anniversary and think about accessible housing and healthcare in What We’re Reading!Is Long COVID Considered a Disability? | The Legal Examiner www.legalexaminer.com/legal/is-long-covid-considered-a-disability/
Is Long COVID Considered a Disability?
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As many Americans recover from the COVID-19 virus, some continue to experience symptoms long after the virus has left their body. Many of thesewww.americanprogress.org/issues/disability/reports/2021/08/05/502242/ada-31-access-housing-health...
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The coronavirus crisis has proven that access to basic life amenities is a public health necessity; therefore, legislation should reflect the growing need for housing and health services.Beyond the pandemic, another major health threat to older Americans looms thehill.com/blogs/congress-blog/healthcare/565855-beyond-the-pandemic-another-major-health-threat...
Beyond the pandemic, another major health threat to older Americans looms
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This is a growing problem with long-lasting consequences that has been compounded by the pandemic, and any further cuts to screening could prove fatal for many older Americans.Target Just Released Backpacks For Kids and Adults In Wheelchairs kidsactivitiesblog.com/176726/target-adaptive-backpacks/
Target Just Released Backpacks For Kids and Adults In Wheelchairs
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Way to go Target! They always seem to be the pioneers in making products that are inclusive of everywhere and it's just one more reason to love them! Target Has Released Backpacks For Kids andThis week: FDA expands vaccine trials to younger kids, Disability activism and history, plus how we feel may affect how we age, AND our thoughts on the ADA Anniversary PLUS Have you heard of the fastest Deaf Woman in Hollywood? Read about it in What We’re Reading! declarationforindependence.org/what-were-reading-august-2-2021/
What We’re Reading: August 2, 2021 - Declaration for Independence
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This week: FDA expands vaccine trials to younger kids, Disability activism and history, plus how we feel may affect how we age, AND our thoughts on the ADA Anniversary PLUS Have you heard of the fastest Deaf Woman in Hollywood? Read about it in What We’re Reading! declarationforindependenc...We are still continuing to celebrate the 31st Anniversary of the ADA – even as we head into August!. Check out our latest on the importance of the ADA Anniversary and who the next ADA Generation may be…https://declarationforindependence.org/the-31st-anniversary-of-the-ada-the-post-covid-connection/
The 31st Anniversary of the ADA – The Post COVID Connection - Declaration for Independence
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Last week on July 26th we recognized the 31st Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). While 31 is not one of the “big” anniversaries ending in five or zero, this year’s turn around the sun seems especially important as a significant number of our communities are hoping to re-...New insights into the relationship between how we feel and our views on aging www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2021/07/210727145250.htm
New insights into the relationship between how we feel and our views on aging
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A new study finds that the disconnect between how old we feel and how old we want to be can offer insights into the relationship between our views on aging and our health.Study Shows More Disability Stories Onscreen, but Few Disabled Actors www.nytimes.com/2021/07/28/arts/television/disability-representation-study-film-television.html?s...
Study Shows More Disability Stories Onscreen, but Few Disabled Actors
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The study published Wednesday also showed that television is far behind film when it comes to representation of characters with disabilities.www.kalw.org/podcast/crosscurrents/2021-07-26/disability-activism
The Past And Present Of Disability Activism
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It’s been 31 years since the Americans with Disabilities Act was signed. Today, we’ll hear how Berkeley protesters helped bring about the ADA. Then, San Francisco author activist Alice Wong brings readers personal stories from people with disabilities.At the F.D.A.’s urging, Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna are expanding their trials for children 5 to 11. www.nytimes.com/2021/07/26/us/politics/fda-covid-vaccine-trials-children.html?smid=tw-share
At the F.D.A.’s urging, Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna are expanding their trials for children 5 to 11.
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It was unclear whether expanding the studies will have any impact on the timing of when vaccines could be authorized for children on an emergency basis.www.axios.com/biden-long-covid-symptom-disability-resources-504ca880-0433-4819-a98c-5240ed9bdb82....
Americans with long-COVID symptoms may qualify for disability resources
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Anyone who had COVID-19 could develop long-term symptoms, even if the initial illness was mild.This week we recognize the 31st Anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act and continue to join the national conversation about access, inclusion and disability pride for all Americans! declarationforindependence.org/what-were-reading-july-26-2021-the-ada-anniversary-edition/
What We’re Reading: July 26, 2021 – The ADA Anniversary Edition - Declaration for Independence
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This week we recognize the 31st Anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act and continue to join the national conversation about access, inclusion and disability pride for all Americans!It is ADA Day! Today on July 26th, we celebrate the 31st Anniversary of the Signing of Americans with Disabilities Act.
We join all Americans in rededicating ourselves to the values of access and inclusion and invite you to revisit that historic summer day 31 years ago! www.youtube.com/watch?v=dFKicqqVME8
The Americans with Disabilities Act, Signing Ceremony, July 26, 1990
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The Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs' (ECA) mission is to increase mutual understanding between the people of the United States and the people of o...How Does Having A Disability Affect Your TSA Screening Experience? www.npr.org/2021/07/22/1019035041/how-does-having-a-disability-affect-your-tsa-screening-experien...
How Does Having A Disability Affect Your TSA Screening Experience?
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Does having a disability affect your experience with TSA screening at the airport? If so, NPR is doing stories about this and we'd like to hear from you.Americans’ Medical Debts Are Bigger Than Was Known, Totaling $140 Billion www.nytimes.com/2021/07/20/upshot/medical-debt-americans-medicaid.html?smid=tw-share
Americans’ Medical Debts Are Bigger Than Was Known, Totaling $140 Billion
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A new study finds that health care has become the country’s largest source of debt in collections. Those debts are largest where Medicaid wasn’t expanded.Aging-in-Place Market Valued at $151B, But Still Overshadowed by Other Care Settings: homehealthcarenews.com/2021/07/aging-in-place-market-valued-at-151b-but-still-overshadowed-by-oth...
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Aging in place — which includes daily essential activities, health and safety awareness, care coordination, transition support and home-based care — is aSports Illustrated's Swimsuit Issue Has A Trans Model On The Cover For The 1st Time www.npr.org/2021/07/20/1018381498/sports-illustrateds-swimsuit-issue-trans-model-leyna-bloom?utm_...
Sports Illustrated's Swimsuit Issue Has A Trans Model On The Cover For The 1st Time
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Leyna Bloom, the 27-year-old model and actress who graces the cover, has broken many barriers since she came out in 2014. Her selection "heals a lot of pain in the world," she tweeted.Home Health Aides, Who Help Elderly And Disabled People, Are In Short Supply www.kosu.org/health/2021-07-18/home-health-aides-who-help-elderly-and-disabled-people-are-in-shor...
Home Health Aides, Who Help Elderly And Disabled People, Are In Short Supply
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Home health aides work for low wages, but they're critical for elderly and disabled people. A proposal to inject billions of dollars in federal funding may be an opportunity for sweeping change.My Disability Is Obvious In Job Interviews. Is That A Bad Thing?
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The interview process can be a disability minefield.The Aging and Disability Business Institute at @n4aACTION and the National PACE Association are excited to release Partnering with PACE: AAAs Leverage Community-based Care Model to Serve Older Adults, a new resource about how Area Agencies on Aging and PACE work together to serve older adults. Read the resource now: bit.ly/3enwstg!
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Partnering with PACE: AAAs Leverage Community-based Care Model to Serve Older Adults, a new publication from the Aging and Disability Business Institute and the National Pace Association, explores three case ... Continue reading "New Publication Highlights AAA–PACE Partnerships"This week: Caregivers and the needs for people with disabilities and older Americans, Georgetown University creates new endowment that centers disability, and the importance of Disability Pride Month. PLUS Accessible fashion in What We’re Reading! declarationforindependence.org/what-were-reading-july-19-2021/
What We’re Reading: July 19, 2021 - Declaration for Independence
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This week: Caregivers and the needs for people with disabilities and older Americans, Georgetown University creates new endowment that centers disability, and the importance of Disability Pride Month. PLUS Accessible fashion in What We’re Reading!Anthem study: Telehealth helped address pandemic health disparities, but gaps remain www.fiercehealthcare.com/tech/anthem-study-telehealth-helped-address-pandemic-health-disparities-...
Anthem study: Telehealth helped address pandemic health disparities, but gaps remain
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Hispanic patients took to telehealth for behavioral health needs in greater numbers than other racial groups last year, according to new data from Anthem.Disability Resources ensures campus is accessible for all www.thebatt.com/life-arts/disability-resources-ensures-campus-is-accessible-for-all/article_21187...
Disability Resources ensures campus is accessible for all
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The Department of Disability Resources offers an array of services and accommodations for students to make Texas A&M’s social and learning environments accessible for all.The Aging and Disability Business Institute at @n4aACTION and the National PACE Association are excited to release Partnering with PACE: AAAs Leverage Community-based Care Model to Serve Older Adults, a new resource about how Area Agencies on Aging and PACE work together to serve older adults. Read the resource now: bit.ly/3enwstg!
New Publication Highlights AAA–PACE Partnerships - Aging and Disability Business Institute
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Partnering with PACE: AAAs Leverage Community-based Care Model to Serve Older Adults, a new publication from the Aging and Disability Business Institute and the National Pace Association, explores three case ... Continue reading "New Publication Highlights AAA–PACE Partnerships"Mind Over Body: Can We Control Psychological Aging? via @forbes www.forbes.com/sites/alexzhavoronkov/2021/07/15/mind-over-body-can-we-control-psychological-aging/
Mind Over Body: Can We Control Psychological Aging?
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Aging is the universal equalizer. After we reach our peak age of around 25-35 we start losing physical performance. But we also age on the psychological level. And this is one area where we can take control. Surprisingly, it may help our body stay younger longer and even look younger.Fashion show — called ‘I Love Me and My Disability’ — will celebrate everyone, organizer says www.nj.com/news/2021/07/fashion-show-called-i-love-me-and-my-disability-will-celebrate-everyone-o...
Fashion show — called ‘I Love Me and My Disability’ — will celebrate everyone, organizer says
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The event was organized by a woman who also created a series of comic books of superheroes with disabilities.Your Stories
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