Amazon Will Donate 5,000 Devices, Provide Monetary Support, and Engage IDD Community for Ongoing Feedback Washington, DC – Technology can be life-changing, but people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) […]
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The Arc of the United States Names Katherine Neas as Its Next CEO
Washington, DC – The Arc of the United States, the oldest and largest nonprofit serving people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), today named Katherine (Katy) Neas as its new […]
Disability Advocates Urge Support for Emergency Funding Bill to Address Medicaid Care Crisis
WASHINGTON, DC – Every person deserves the freedom of living in their own homes, being a part of their communities, and choosing how they spend their days. Medicaid’s home and […]
How and Why to Celebrate National Disability Employment Awareness Month: October 2023
Each October, during National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), we celebrate the many contributions and achievements of employees with disabilities. Employees with disabilities are dependable, loyal, and eager to learn—and […]
Medicaid Saved Bob’s Daughters’ Lives but Also Creates Constant Struggles
By Bob from New Jersey Annika Medicaid saved my daughters’ lives, and I am eternally grateful for it. Annika and Maya were born 19 years ago with significant developmental disabilities […]
Amicus Brief Filed in U.S. Supreme Court Case Emphasizes Importance of Testers to ADA Enforcement
If testers are stripped of standing, the result will be less private enforcement of the ADA, a less accessible society, and the continued exclusion of people with disabilities from community […]
The ADA’s Promise Must Still Be Realized: A Conversation With Sean Pevsner
For 33 years, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) has protected the civil rights of people with disabilities. We recently talked to disability rights lawyer Sean Pevsner about why the […]
📢 Temporary MONDAY Closure of The Arc of Bismarck Thrift Store, Price Increase Notice, and Volunteer Opportunities 📢
Dear Valued Customers, We have important updates to share with you regarding The Arc of Bismarck Thrift Store. Firstly, we regret to inform you that due to unforeseen staffing issues, […]
Letter To The Editor: Bismarck City Commission Must Prioritize Funding for Paratransit Services
Subject: Supporting Funding for Paratransit Paratransit services are essential for individuals with disabilities who may face challenges in utilizing traditional public transportation. These services provide accessible transportation […]
It’s Time for August Congressional Recess
For some, August can be a time for camping trips, beach days, and other fun summer activities. But for members of Congress, August signals the start of Congressional Recess. During […]