Disability Archives

‘This is detrimental, these kids rely on us’: Havasu families face disability funding loss

Havasu Families Battle Against Disability Funding Cuts: “These Kids Depend on Us”

For two mothers in Lake Havasu City, the availability of disability funds is crucial for the care and support of their children. They rely on these...

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AHCCCS1 month ago

Battle Royale Erupts Over Childhood Disability Programs

Governor Katie Hobbs criticized Republican lawmakers on February 26, claiming they are exploiting families with children who have developmental disabilities in the ongoing budget dispute. During...

GOP-led lawsuit that could dismantle disability protections draws public backlash

Education1 month ago

Public Outcry Erupts Over GOP Lawsuit Threatening Disability Rights

A multi-state lawsuit initiated by Republican attorneys general aims to dismantle portions of a federal law designed to protect individuals with disabilities from discrimination. This legal...

AHCCCS2 months ago

Livingston Presses Hobbs for Clarity Amid Disability Program Financial Crisis

By Daniel Stefanski | A spokesperson for the Arizona Republican party is raising concerns about the financial stability of the state’s Developmental Disabilities (DDD) program. State...

Tucson's 3rd annual Disability Pride day set for Saturday

arizona4 months ago

Tucson Gears Up for 3rd Annual Disability Pride Day This Saturday!

Tucson is set to host its third annual Disability Pride Day this Saturday, December 7, at the Udall Park Senior Center, located at 7200 E. Tanque...

Senators urge better access to disability payments for long COVID patients

Entertainment8 months ago

Senators Demand Enhanced Disability Benefits for Long COVID Sufferers

Several U.S. senators are urging the Social Security Administration (SSA) to make it easier for Americans with long COVID to access disability benefits. Disability rights advocates...

COVID-198 months ago

Senators Push for Easier Disability Benefits for Long COVID Sufferers

Several U.S. senators have urged the Social Security Administration (SSA) to ease the process for long COVID sufferers seeking disability benefits. Disability rights activists and patients...