There are a growing number of high school graduates attending traditional two-year and four-year colleges, including students with disabilities. Here is a list of ten basic items to help you be successful in your upcoming semester.
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Hundreds trapped in state hospitals, unable to move to the community
State of Stagnation – more than 200 hundred people are stuck in state hospitals, unable to leave when they are ready!
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Randall is now working!
Randall no longer has to face obstacles in finding employment. He is now working! Find out how we advocated for Randall's employment.
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Jerry is Safe at Home!
Jerry's fingers were amputated from physical abuse at home. Now he feels safe at home. Find out how we advocated for Jerry's safety.
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Advocating for a ramp
James was worried about seeing his daughter's choir concert until our advocacy ensured a more accessible environment. Find out how we advocated for an accessible outcome.
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Advocacy made the difference
Elena contacted the disAbility Law Center of Virginia (dLCV) because she needed our help to regain her services. Our advocacy made the difference.
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Proposed Regulations Governing the Use of Seclusion and Restraint in Virginia’s Public Elementary and Secondary Schools
The regulations to prohibit the use of seclusion and restraint in public schools are in the final phase of review! For a summary of the regulations, please check out dLCV’s fact sheet.
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February 7, 2019 – Legislative Highlights
Here’s the latest on proposed bills that would impact the rights of people with disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and under general employment laws:
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Freedom to go Home
Walter contacted the disAbility Law Center of Virginia (dLCV) because he wanted to leave a nursing home and return home with his family. In order to do this, Walter needed assistance to remove his guardian.
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Volunteers Survey Accessibility of Polling Places for People with Disabilities
According to the Government Accountability Office (GAO), in the 2016 election, only 40 percent of polling places across the United States fully accommodated people with disabilities.