Today, Governor Evers shared his proposal to expand BadgerCare and to invest over $150 million in mental health and behavioral health services. Disability Rights Wisconsin supports this investment, which will expand access to mental health services for Wisconsin at a time of great need in our state. View Disability Rights Wisconsin’s statement here (accessible PDF). View Governor Evers’ mental health budget proposal here.
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Medicare Minutes: I Missed the Annual Enrollment Period – What Next?
Learn about the Annual Medicare Enrollment Period and what you can do if you miss the enrollment period. This video is presented in collaboration between the Disability Rights Wisconsin Medicare Part D Helpline and the Milwaukee County Department on Aging. Important correction: The Medicare Part D Helpline number in the presentation slides and video is incorrect; the correct number is 1-800-926-4862. The video transcript can be viewed here (accessible PDF).
DRW Statement on Governor’s Investments in Children, Families, Caregivers
DRW commends Governor Evers’ budget proposals investing in Wisconsin children, families and caregivers. The proposed $600 million package includes many of the recommendations form the Governor’s Task Force on Caregiving, and investments important to people with disabilities and their families. View DRW’s statement here (accessible PDF). View Governor Evers’ Proposal here.
Survival Coalition releases Survey: Preserving Disability Supports Across the Lifespan after COVID
Media, policymakers and the public are invited to a virtual press event Thursday, Feb. 11, at 10 a.m. that will share findings from the survey, review today’s proposal from the Governor to invest in caregiving and long-term supports, and share the stories of Wisconsinites living with disability and their families on how their lives have been impacted by reductions in supports resulting from the pandemic. To participate, contact Fil Clissa at survivalcoalitionwi@gmail.com for a Zoom link. (MADISON)…
State Superintendent of Public Instruction Candidate Forum
Be prepared for the April election! Join the Wisconsin Disability Vote Coalition to hear from the candidates running for Wisconsin State Superintendent. The State Superintendent has a major impact on schools and communities across Wisconsin, including ensuring schools meet their responsibilities to students with disabilities. The event is open to all, but you must register here: State Superintendent Candidate Forum Registration. If you are already registered, you can submit questions via our State Superintendent Questions…
Make Your Plan to Vote: Spring Elections!
Voters in Wisconsin’s upcoming February 16 primary election will select a candidate for State Superintendent of the Department of Public Instruction. Mark your calendars! The Spring election is April 6th. Offices to be elected are State Superintendent of Public Instruction, Court of Appeals Judge, Districts I, II and III, and Circuit Court Judge, as well as other local offices. The Superintendent provides leadership for Wisconsin’s public school districts, provides the public with information about school…
The Big Share 2021 is Approaching!
This year, more than ever, the work of Disability Rights Wisconsin has been crucial in protecting the rights of people with disabilities in Wisconsin. Over the past year, we have worked to protect the right to vote, advocated for safety and access to COVID treatment and to the vaccine, and made sure that kids in school are protected from abusive practices. This work wouldn’t be possible without the efforts of our staff and friends, and…
DRW PAIMI Advisory Council Feb. 1st Virtual Event Resources
The Disability Rights Wisconsin PAIMI Advisory Council held a virtual event on February 1st to highlight DRW’s Mental Health Advocacy Assistance. See below for a recording of the event (coming soon) and resources. DRW PAIMI Priorities survey: We want to hear from you. Please complete the DRW PAIMI Priorities survey to share your priorities for DRW’s mental health advocacy assistance. View and complete the PAIMI Priorities survey here. Virtual Event Flyer: View the event flyer…
Settlement Reached on Amtrak Station Accessibility
The National Disability Rights Network has been involved in a long battle to make sure Amtrak stations become accessible. While there have been improvements, most Amtrak stations do not met standards required by the Americans with Disabilities Act. A settlement has been reached and claims can be made. Below it the press release from the Department of Justice. Department of Justice Office of Public Affairs For Immediate Release Friday, January 29, 2021 $2.25 Million Fund…
Mental Health Care In Milwaukee Could Include New Emergency Center
Milwaukee County is planning changes to its crisis mental health services, including a new mental health emergency center. WUWM talks with stakeholders about the proposed changes for emergency mental health care, including DRW’s Barbara Beckert. Listen in and read with WUWM’s Bubbler Talk here: Mental Health Care in Milwaukee County Could Include New Emergency Center.
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