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OFFICE OF DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES OMBUDS Informing the Legislature’s work to ensure safe, quality DD services. The Washington State legislature passed Senate Bill 6564 in 2016, out of concern for the health and well-being of people with developmental disabilities. HOW TO CHANGE, REMOVE, OR REPORT A REPRESENTATIVE PAYEE The Social Security Administration (SSA) pays benefits to certain eligible people, called beneficiaries. If a beneficiary cannot manage or direct the management of their SSA benefits, SSA appoints a representative payee (rep payee) to receive and manage the SSAbenefits.
AVID - AMPLIFYING VOICES OF INCARCERATED INDIVIDUALS WITH Anna Zivarts Director of the Disability Mobility Initiative Program. Office of Developmental Disabilities Ombuds. Betty Schwieterman Developmental Disabilities Ombuds HOW TO FILE A COMPLAINT AGAINST CHILD PROTECTIVE SERVICES This publication describes ways a person may file a disability discrimination complaint against Child Protective Services (CPS). What is CPS? CPS is part of the Children’s Administration of the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS). HOW TO MODIFY, TERMINATE, OR COMPLAIN ABOUT A GUARDIANSHIP Washington State superior courts have the power to appoint guardians for people who are “incapacitated.” A person is incapacitated if the court finds the person has a significant risk of personal harm because the person cannot adequately provide for their nutrition, health, housing, or physical safety and/or because the person cannot adequately manage their property or money. ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION STUDENTS This publication provides a definition of assistive technology, a brief overview of basic special education requirements related to assistive technology and answers commonly asked questions regarding assistive technology for students in special education programs.NOAH SEIDEL
Noah Seidel Regional Developmental Disabilities Ombuds. Noah Seidel joined Disability Rights Washington in 2017 as the Region 3 Developmental Disabilities Ombuds. Noah is a disabled advocate who works to support people with disabilities to live a full life and engage in social change. AVID'S TRANS IN PRISON JUSTICE PROJECT PROVIDES IDENTITY This summer, DRW’s AVID Program and Trans in Prison Justice Project were proud to be selected as the host for the 2019 QLAW Sher Kung Summer Fellowship. We welcomed Tommy Statkiewicz to the team and he got to work right away on a big project – providing legal representation for 9 transgender clients to be able to access legal name changes while incarcerated. COMMUNITY INCLUSION & SERVICES Securing accommodations, support, and services needed for meaningful community living. The Community Inclusion and Services Program advocates for the provision of accommodations, services, treatment, and technology necessary to support the choices of people with disabilities to safely and meaningfully participate as equal citizens in any social, economic, or political aspect of community life. TRANSPORTATION ACCESS STORYMAP A quarter of our population doesn’t have a driver’s license, and we know that with the current economic crisis, there are even more people in our communities who can’t afford to own or drive avehicle.
OFFICE OF DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES OMBUDS Informing the Legislature’s work to ensure safe, quality DD services. The Washington State legislature passed Senate Bill 6564 in 2016, out of concern for the health and well-being of people with developmental disabilities. HOW TO CHANGE, REMOVE, OR REPORT A REPRESENTATIVE PAYEE The Social Security Administration (SSA) pays benefits to certain eligible people, called beneficiaries. If a beneficiary cannot manage or direct the management of their SSA benefits, SSA appoints a representative payee (rep payee) to receive and manage the SSAbenefits.
AVID - AMPLIFYING VOICES OF INCARCERATED INDIVIDUALS WITH Anna Zivarts Director of the Disability Mobility Initiative Program. Office of Developmental Disabilities Ombuds. Betty Schwieterman Developmental Disabilities Ombuds HOW TO FILE A COMPLAINT AGAINST CHILD PROTECTIVE SERVICES This publication describes ways a person may file a disability discrimination complaint against Child Protective Services (CPS). What is CPS? CPS is part of the Children’s Administration of the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS). HOW TO MODIFY, TERMINATE, OR COMPLAIN ABOUT A GUARDIANSHIP Washington State superior courts have the power to appoint guardians for people who are “incapacitated.” A person is incapacitated if the court finds the person has a significant risk of personal harm because the person cannot adequately provide for their nutrition, health, housing, or physical safety and/or because the person cannot adequately manage their property or money. ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION STUDENTS This publication provides a definition of assistive technology, a brief overview of basic special education requirements related to assistive technology and answers commonly asked questions regarding assistive technology for students in special education programs.NOAH SEIDEL
Noah Seidel Regional Developmental Disabilities Ombuds. Noah Seidel joined Disability Rights Washington in 2017 as the Region 3 Developmental Disabilities Ombuds. Noah is a disabled advocate who works to support people with disabilities to live a full life and engage in social change. AVID'S TRANS IN PRISON JUSTICE PROJECT PROVIDES IDENTITY This summer, DRW’s AVID Program and Trans in Prison Justice Project were proud to be selected as the host for the 2019 QLAW Sher Kung Summer Fellowship. We welcomed Tommy Statkiewicz to the team and he got to work right away on a big project – providing legal representation for 9 transgender clients to be able to access legal name changes while incarcerated. HOME PAGE - DISABILITY RIGHTS WASHINGTON Disability Rights Washington is a private non-profit organization that protects the rights of people with disabilities statewide. Our mission is to advance the dignity, equality, and self-determination of people with disabilities. We work to pursue justice on matters related to human and legal rights. COMMUNITY INCLUSION & SERVICES Securing accommodations, support, and services needed for meaningful community living. The Community Inclusion and Services Program advocates for the provision of accommodations, services, treatment, and technology necessary to support the choices of people with disabilities to safely and meaningfully participate as equal citizens in any social, economic, or political aspect of community life. OFFICE OF DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES OMBUDS Informing the Legislature’s work to ensure safe, quality DD services. The Washington State legislature passed Senate Bill 6564 in 2016, out of concern for the health and well-being of people with developmental disabilities.FEDERAL FUNDING
What follows is a list of the federal formula grants and the statutory authority for each grant that, taken together, make up a significant portion of the funding of Disability Rights Washington. MISSION, VISION & VALUES Mission. Disability Rights Washington’s mission is to advance the dignity, equality, and self-determination of people with disabilities. We work to pursue justice on matters related to human and legalrights.
COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH DAYS, HOSTED BY SKEWL The South King Emotional Wellness League (SKEWL) is hosting FREE 30 minute in-person sessions with mental health providers. Follow SKEWL on Facebook for details about upcoming event dates and locations. (SKEWL) was formed to address the emotional well-being of historically marginalized communities in South King County most impacted by Covid-19 and police violence.. T.R. ET AL. V. QUIGLEY ET AL. This case settlement agreement outlines significant reforms to Washington’s public mental health system for children. Under the agreement, the state commits to develop and provide intensive, individualized mental health services to Medicaid-eligible youth in their homes or communities. ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION STUDENTS This publication provides a definition of assistive technology, a brief overview of basic special education requirements related to assistive technology and answers commonly asked questions regarding assistive technology for students in special education programs.ROSS V. INSLEE
In 2014, people found Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity (NGRI) and sent to the state psychiatric hospitals for treatment brought a lawsuit against the Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS).DARYA FARIVAR
Darya Farivar Director of Public Policy. Darya received her BA in Communicative Disorders and minored in Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies from the University of Redlands. COMMUNITY INCLUSION & SERVICES Securing accommodations, support, and services needed for meaningful community living. The Community Inclusion and Services Program advocates for the provision of accommodations, services, treatment, and technology necessary to support the choices of people with disabilities to safely and meaningfully participate as equal citizens in any social, economic, or political aspect of community life. HOW TO CHANGE, REMOVE, OR REPORT A REPRESENTATIVE PAYEE TTY: (866) 501-2101. To report a violation, provide as much information as possible about the rep payees suspected misuse, including: Name of rep payee and the beneficiary; Social Security Number of the rep payee and the beneficiary; Date of birth of the rep payee and the beneficiary; and. Details regarding the allegation suchas when, how, and
TRANSPORTATION ACCESS STORYMAP Using Access, the paratransit service, requires a reservation at least 24 hours in advance and a half-hour window for pick up. Access can also move the pickup time forward or backward by up to one hour. It’s difficult for Kat to plan her day when she has so little control over her transportation. LONG-TERM CARE FACILITY POSTER As the state’s federally mandated protection and advocacy system, Disability Rights Washington provides the following poster to display in your licensed adult family home. We cannot provide any information on the other licensing requirements. Here is a copy of the poster that you may print out, or have printed to display in your facility. OFFICE OF DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES OMBUDS The bill created the Office of the Developmental Disabilities Ombuds (DD Ombuds). The DD Ombuds program operates statewide to investigate, advocate, and report on services to people with developmental disabilities. The DD Ombuds focuses on resolving issues at the lowest level possible, through individual complaint resolution. AVID - AMPLIFYING VOICES OF INCARCERATED INDIVIDUALS WITH Anna Zivarts Director of the Disability Mobility Initiative Program. Office of Developmental Disabilities Ombuds. Betty Schwieterman Developmental Disabilities Ombuds ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION STUDENTS It provides assistive technology resources and expertise to help people make decisions and obtain the technology and related services needed for work, education, and independent living. Washington State Governor’s Office of the Education Ombuds. 155 NE 100th St, #210. Seattle, WA 98125. (866) 297-2597. HOW TO FILE A COMPLAINT AGAINST CHILD PROTECTIVE SERVICES This publication describes ways a person may file a disability discrimination complaint against Child Protective Services (CPS). What is CPS? CPS is part of the Children’s Administration of the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS).NOAH SEIDEL
Noah Seidel Regional Developmental Disabilities Ombuds. Noah Seidel joined Disability Rights Washington in 2017 as the Region 3 Developmental Disabilities Ombuds. Noah is a disabled advocate who works to support people with disabilities to live a full life and engage in social change. AVID'S TRANS IN PRISON JUSTICE PROJECT PROVIDES IDENTITY This summer, DRW’s AVID Program and Trans in Prison Justice Project were proud to be selected as the host for the 2019 QLAW Sher Kung Summer Fellowship. We welcomed Tommy Statkiewicz to the team and he got to work right away on a big project – providing legal representation for 9 transgender clients to be able to access legal name changes while incarcerated. COMMUNITY INCLUSION & SERVICES Securing accommodations, support, and services needed for meaningful community living. The Community Inclusion and Services Program advocates for the provision of accommodations, services, treatment, and technology necessary to support the choices of people with disabilities to safely and meaningfully participate as equal citizens in any social, economic, or political aspect of community life. HOW TO CHANGE, REMOVE, OR REPORT A REPRESENTATIVE PAYEE TTY: (866) 501-2101. To report a violation, provide as much information as possible about the rep payees suspected misuse, including: Name of rep payee and the beneficiary; Social Security Number of the rep payee and the beneficiary; Date of birth of the rep payee and the beneficiary; and. Details regarding the allegation suchas when, how, and
TRANSPORTATION ACCESS STORYMAP Using Access, the paratransit service, requires a reservation at least 24 hours in advance and a half-hour window for pick up. Access can also move the pickup time forward or backward by up to one hour. It’s difficult for Kat to plan her day when she has so little control over her transportation. LONG-TERM CARE FACILITY POSTER As the state’s federally mandated protection and advocacy system, Disability Rights Washington provides the following poster to display in your licensed adult family home. We cannot provide any information on the other licensing requirements. Here is a copy of the poster that you may print out, or have printed to display in your facility. OFFICE OF DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES OMBUDS The bill created the Office of the Developmental Disabilities Ombuds (DD Ombuds). The DD Ombuds program operates statewide to investigate, advocate, and report on services to people with developmental disabilities. The DD Ombuds focuses on resolving issues at the lowest level possible, through individual complaint resolution. AVID - AMPLIFYING VOICES OF INCARCERATED INDIVIDUALS WITH Anna Zivarts Director of the Disability Mobility Initiative Program. Office of Developmental Disabilities Ombuds. Betty Schwieterman Developmental Disabilities Ombuds ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION STUDENTS It provides assistive technology resources and expertise to help people make decisions and obtain the technology and related services needed for work, education, and independent living. Washington State Governor’s Office of the Education Ombuds. 155 NE 100th St, #210. Seattle, WA 98125. (866) 297-2597. HOW TO FILE A COMPLAINT AGAINST CHILD PROTECTIVE SERVICES This publication describes ways a person may file a disability discrimination complaint against Child Protective Services (CPS). What is CPS? CPS is part of the Children’s Administration of the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS).NOAH SEIDEL
Noah Seidel Regional Developmental Disabilities Ombuds. Noah Seidel joined Disability Rights Washington in 2017 as the Region 3 Developmental Disabilities Ombuds. Noah is a disabled advocate who works to support people with disabilities to live a full life and engage in social change. AVID'S TRANS IN PRISON JUSTICE PROJECT PROVIDES IDENTITY This summer, DRW’s AVID Program and Trans in Prison Justice Project were proud to be selected as the host for the 2019 QLAW Sher Kung Summer Fellowship. We welcomed Tommy Statkiewicz to the team and he got to work right away on a big project – providing legal representation for 9 transgender clients to be able to access legal name changes while incarcerated. HOME PAGE - DISABILITY RIGHTS WASHINGTON Disability Rights Washington is a private non-profit organization that protects the rights of people with disabilities statewide. Our mission is to advance the dignity, equality, and self-determination of people with disabilities. We work to pursue justice on matters related to human and legal rights. COMMUNITY INCLUSION & SERVICES Securing accommodations, support, and services needed for meaningful community living. The Community Inclusion and Services Program advocates for the provision of accommodations, services, treatment, and technology necessary to support the choices of people with disabilities to safely and meaningfully participate as equal citizens in any social, economic, or political aspect of community life. MISSION, VISION & VALUES Mission. Disability Rights Washington’s mission is to advance the dignity, equality, and self-determination of people with disabilities. We work to pursue justice on matters related to human and legalrights.
OFFICE OF DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES OMBUDS The bill created the Office of the Developmental Disabilities Ombuds (DD Ombuds). The DD Ombuds program operates statewide to investigate, advocate, and report on services to people with developmental disabilities. The DD Ombuds focuses on resolving issues at the lowest level possible, through individual complaint resolution. ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION STUDENTS It provides assistive technology resources and expertise to help people make decisions and obtain the technology and related services needed for work, education, and independent living. Washington State Governor’s Office of the Education Ombuds. 155 NE 100th St, #210. Seattle, WA 98125. (866) 297-2597. COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH DAYS, HOSTED BY SKEWL Community Mental Health Days, Hosted by SKEWL. January 8, 2021. Printer-friendly version. SKEWL is hosting FREE 30 minute in-person sessions with mental health providers & FREE COVID-19 testing available onsite for people from marginalized communities. In person and Drive-Thru sessions will T.R. ET AL. V. QUIGLEY ET AL. T.R. et al. v. Quigley et al. Ten individual youth represented the interest of a class of thousands of children denied access to the intensive mental health services they needed. After years of negotiations, representatives for the class and the state were able to craft a settlement in T.R. et al. v. Quigley et al. that outlinessignificant
ROSS V. INSLEE
The case is called Ross v. Inslee, No. CV-14-00130-TOR (E.D. Wash., 2014). The named plaintiffs are six individual NGRI patients at Western State Hospital and Eastern State Hospital as well as Disability Rights Washington. The Complaint alleged, in part, that patients’ rights were being systematically violated due to inadequate treatment andDARYA FARIVAR
Darya FarivarDirector of Public Policy. Darya received her BA in Communicative Disorders and minored in Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies from the University of Redlands. While there she learned about the criminal legal system and founded an on-campus diversity advocacy organization. After graduation, she found a job that combined all herADVOCACY STRATEGIES
rogress - change for the better - will not happen without advocacy. Advocacy is the tool citizens use in our democracy to bring aboutimprovements.
FEDERAL FUNDING
COMMUNITY INCLUSION & SERVICES Securing accommodations, support, and services needed for meaningful community living. The Community Inclusion and Services Program advocates for the provision of accommodations, services, treatment, and technology necessary to support the choices of people with disabilities to safely and meaningfully participate as equal citizens in any social, economic, or political aspect of community life. HOW TO CHANGE, REMOVE, OR REPORT A REPRESENTATIVE PAYEE TTY: (866) 501-2101. To report a violation, provide as much information as possible about the rep payees suspected misuse, including: Name of rep payee and the beneficiary; Social Security Number of the rep payee and the beneficiary; Date of birth of the rep payee and the beneficiary; and. Details regarding the allegation suchas when, how, and
ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION STUDENTS It provides assistive technology resources and expertise to help people make decisions and obtain the technology and related services needed for work, education, and independent living. Washington State Governor’s Office of the Education Ombuds. 155 NE 100th St, #210. Seattle, WA 98125. (866) 297-2597. TRANSPORTATION ACCESS STORYMAP Using Access, the paratransit service, requires a reservation at least 24 hours in advance and a half-hour window for pick up. Access can also move the pickup time forward or backward by up to one hour. It’s difficult for Kat to plan her day when she has so little control over her transportation. OFFICE OF DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES OMBUDS The bill created the Office of the Developmental Disabilities Ombuds (DD Ombuds). The DD Ombuds program operates statewide to investigate, advocate, and report on services to people with developmental disabilities. The DD Ombuds focuses on resolving issues at the lowest level possible, through individual complaint resolution. AVID - AMPLIFYING VOICES OF INCARCERATED INDIVIDUALS WITH Anna Zivarts Director of the Disability Mobility Initiative Program. Office of Developmental Disabilities Ombuds. Betty Schwieterman Developmental Disabilities Ombuds HOW TO FILE A COMPLAINT AGAINST CHILD PROTECTIVE SERVICES This publication describes ways a person may file a disability discrimination complaint against Child Protective Services (CPS). What is CPS? CPS is part of the Children’s Administration of the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS). A GUIDE FOR PATIENTS DEEMED NOT GUILTY BY REASON OFSEE MORE ON DISABILITYRIGHTSWA.ORGNOAH SEIDEL
Noah Seidel Regional Developmental Disabilities Ombuds. Noah Seidel joined Disability Rights Washington in 2017 as the Region 3 Developmental Disabilities Ombuds. Noah is a disabled advocate who works to support people with disabilities to live a full life and engage in social change. HOME PAGE - DISABILITY RIGHTS WASHINGTONWHO WE AREOUR PROGRAMSRESOURCESEQUITY WORKLITIGATIONREPORTS Disability Rights Washington is a private non-profit organization that protects the rights of people with disabilities statewide. Our mission is to advance the dignity, equality, and self-determination of people with disabilities. We work to pursue justice on matters related to human and legal rights.FEDERAL FUNDING
HOW TO CHANGE, REMOVE, OR REPORT A REPRESENTATIVE PAYEE TTY: (866) 501-2101. To report a violation, provide as much information as possible about the rep payees suspected misuse, including: Name of rep payee and the beneficiary; Social Security Number of the rep payee and the beneficiary; Date of birth of the rep payee and the beneficiary; and. Details regarding the allegation suchas when, how, and
ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION STUDENTS It provides assistive technology resources and expertise to help people make decisions and obtain the technology and related services needed for work, education, and independent living. Washington State Governor’s Office of the Education Ombuds. 155 NE 100th St, #210. Seattle, WA 98125. (866) 297-2597. LONG-TERM CARE FACILITY POSTER As the state’s federally mandated protection and advocacy system, Disability Rights Washington provides the following poster to display in your licensed adult family home. We cannot provide any information on the other licensing requirements. Here is a copy of the poster that you may print out, or have printed to display in your facility. OFFICE OF DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES OMBUDS The bill created the Office of the Developmental Disabilities Ombuds (DD Ombuds). The DD Ombuds program operates statewide to investigate, advocate, and report on services to people with developmental disabilities. The DD Ombuds focuses on resolving issues at the lowest level possible, through individual complaint resolution. HOW TO FILE A COMPLAINT AGAINST CHILD PROTECTIVE SERVICES This publication describes ways a person may file a disability discrimination complaint against Child Protective Services (CPS). What is CPS? CPS is part of the Children’s Administration of the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS). A GUIDE FOR PATIENTS DEEMED NOT GUILTY BY REASON OFSEE MORE ON DISABILITYRIGHTSWA.ORG HOW TO AVOID GUARDIANSHIP PITFALLSNOAH SEIDEL
Noah Seidel Regional Developmental Disabilities Ombuds. Noah Seidel joined Disability Rights Washington in 2017 as the Region 3 Developmental Disabilities Ombuds. Noah is a disabled advocate who works to support people with disabilities to live a full life and engage in social change. HOME PAGE - DISABILITY RIGHTS WASHINGTON Disability Rights Washington is a private non-profit organization that protects the rights of people with disabilities statewide. Our mission is to advance the dignity, equality, and self-determination of people with disabilities. We work to pursue justice on matters related to human and legal rights.FEDERAL FUNDING
Federal Funding. What follows is a list of the federal formula grants and the statutory authority for each grant that, taken together, make up a significant portion of the funding of Disability Rights Washington. Disability Rights Washington is also the recipient of a substantial amount of non-federal sources, including grants anddonations
REPORTS ARCHIVE
May 2019. In Chaotic and Dangerous, Disability Rights Washington’s latest report on the state-run Rainier School, DRW has found that Washington continues to put people with developmental disabilities at serious risk of harm. The report also identifies systemic failures at the institution, making clear its problems are not caused by a few bad COMMUNITY INCLUSION & SERVICES Securing accommodations, support, and services needed for meaningful community living. The Community Inclusion and Services Program advocates for the provision of accommodations, services, treatment, and technology necessary to support the choices of people with disabilities to safely and meaningfully participate as equal citizens in any social, economic, or political aspect of community life. DEINSTITUTIONALIZATION IN WASHINGTON STATE Allen v. Western State Hospital W.D.WA Filed 1999; Settled 2001, 2007; Dismissed 2009? Marr v. Eastern State Hospital E.D.WA Filed 2002; Settled 2002, 2008, 2010 TRANSPORTATION ACCESS STORYMAP Using Access, the paratransit service, requires a reservation at least 24 hours in advance and a half-hour window for pick up. Access can also move the pickup time forward or backward by up to one hour. It’s difficult for Kat to plan her day when she has so little control over her transportation. HOW TO AVOID GUARDIANSHIP PITFALLS How to Avoid Guardianship Pitfalls. This document discusses 1) common issues related to guardianships and the law that addresses each of these issues, 2) the court’s authority and a person’s rights with respect to modifying or terminating a guardianship, and 3) some practical tips for individuals who support people with guardians. DRW STATEMENT ON SENATOR'S USE OF DEROGATORY LANGUAGE In response to an occurrence that happened this Wednesday during a Senate Health and Long Term Care Executive Session, we have released a statement. The use of the “R” word by Senator Rivers at a public hearing was harmful, disheartening, contrary to the Senate Code of Conduct and should not be tolerated. Senator Rivers and the Senators who failed to call it out in the moment let anROSS V. INSLEE
The case is called Ross v. Inslee, No. CV-14-00130-TOR (E.D. Wash., 2014). The named plaintiffs are six individual NGRI patients at Western State Hospital and Eastern State Hospital as well as Disability Rights Washington. The Complaint alleged, in part, that patients’ rights were being systematically violated due to inadequate treatment andADVOCACY STRATEGIES
rogress - change for the better - will not happen without advocacy. Advocacy is the tool citizens use in our democracy to bring aboutimprovements.
FEDERAL FUNDING
COMMUNITY INCLUSION & SERVICES Securing accommodations, support, and services needed for meaningful community living. The Community Inclusion and Services Program advocates for the provision of accommodations, services, treatment, and technology necessary to support the choices of people with disabilities to safely and meaningfully participate as equal citizens in any social, economic, or political aspect of community life. HOW TO CHANGE, REMOVE, OR REPORT A REPRESENTATIVE PAYEE TTY: (866) 501-2101. To report a violation, provide as much information as possible about the rep payees suspected misuse, including: Name of rep payee and the beneficiary; Social Security Number of the rep payee and the beneficiary; Date of birth of the rep payee and the beneficiary; and. Details regarding the allegation suchas when, how, and
ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION STUDENTS It provides assistive technology resources and expertise to help people make decisions and obtain the technology and related services needed for work, education, and independent living. Washington State Governor’s Office of the Education Ombuds. 155 NE 100th St, #210. Seattle, WA 98125. (866) 297-2597. TRANSPORTATION ACCESS STORYMAP Using Access, the paratransit service, requires a reservation at least 24 hours in advance and a half-hour window for pick up. Access can also move the pickup time forward or backward by up to one hour. It’s difficult for Kat to plan her day when she has so little control over her transportation. OFFICE OF DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES OMBUDS The bill created the Office of the Developmental Disabilities Ombuds (DD Ombuds). The DD Ombuds program operates statewide to investigate, advocate, and report on services to people with developmental disabilities. The DD Ombuds focuses on resolving issues at the lowest level possible, through individual complaint resolution. AVID - AMPLIFYING VOICES OF INCARCERATED INDIVIDUALS WITH Anna Zivarts Director of the Disability Mobility Initiative Program. Office of Developmental Disabilities Ombuds. Betty Schwieterman Developmental Disabilities Ombuds HOW TO FILE A COMPLAINT AGAINST CHILD PROTECTIVE SERVICES This publication describes ways a person may file a disability discrimination complaint against Child Protective Services (CPS). What is CPS? CPS is part of the Children’s Administration of the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS). A GUIDE FOR PATIENTS DEEMED NOT GUILTY BY REASON OFSEE MORE ON DISABILITYRIGHTSWA.ORGNOAH SEIDEL
Noah Seidel Regional Developmental Disabilities Ombuds. Noah Seidel joined Disability Rights Washington in 2017 as the Region 3 Developmental Disabilities Ombuds. Noah is a disabled advocate who works to support people with disabilities to live a full life and engage in social change.FEDERAL FUNDING
COMMUNITY INCLUSION & SERVICES Securing accommodations, support, and services needed for meaningful community living. The Community Inclusion and Services Program advocates for the provision of accommodations, services, treatment, and technology necessary to support the choices of people with disabilities to safely and meaningfully participate as equal citizens in any social, economic, or political aspect of community life. HOW TO CHANGE, REMOVE, OR REPORT A REPRESENTATIVE PAYEE TTY: (866) 501-2101. To report a violation, provide as much information as possible about the rep payees suspected misuse, including: Name of rep payee and the beneficiary; Social Security Number of the rep payee and the beneficiary; Date of birth of the rep payee and the beneficiary; and. Details regarding the allegation suchas when, how, and
ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION STUDENTS It provides assistive technology resources and expertise to help people make decisions and obtain the technology and related services needed for work, education, and independent living. Washington State Governor’s Office of the Education Ombuds. 155 NE 100th St, #210. Seattle, WA 98125. (866) 297-2597. TRANSPORTATION ACCESS STORYMAP Using Access, the paratransit service, requires a reservation at least 24 hours in advance and a half-hour window for pick up. Access can also move the pickup time forward or backward by up to one hour. It’s difficult for Kat to plan her day when she has so little control over her transportation. OFFICE OF DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES OMBUDS The bill created the Office of the Developmental Disabilities Ombuds (DD Ombuds). The DD Ombuds program operates statewide to investigate, advocate, and report on services to people with developmental disabilities. The DD Ombuds focuses on resolving issues at the lowest level possible, through individual complaint resolution. AVID - AMPLIFYING VOICES OF INCARCERATED INDIVIDUALS WITH Anna Zivarts Director of the Disability Mobility Initiative Program. Office of Developmental Disabilities Ombuds. Betty Schwieterman Developmental Disabilities Ombuds HOW TO FILE A COMPLAINT AGAINST CHILD PROTECTIVE SERVICES This publication describes ways a person may file a disability discrimination complaint against Child Protective Services (CPS). What is CPS? CPS is part of the Children’s Administration of the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS). A GUIDE FOR PATIENTS DEEMED NOT GUILTY BY REASON OFSEE MORE ON DISABILITYRIGHTSWA.ORGNOAH SEIDEL
Noah Seidel Regional Developmental Disabilities Ombuds. Noah Seidel joined Disability Rights Washington in 2017 as the Region 3 Developmental Disabilities Ombuds. Noah is a disabled advocate who works to support people with disabilities to live a full life and engage in social change. HOME PAGE - DISABILITY RIGHTS WASHINGTON Disability Rights Washington is a private non-profit organization that protects the rights of people with disabilities statewide. Our mission is to advance the dignity, equality, and self-determination of people with disabilities. We work to pursue justice on matters related to human and legal rights.FEDERAL FUNDING
Federal Funding. What follows is a list of the federal formula grants and the statutory authority for each grant that, taken together, make up a significant portion of the funding of Disability Rights Washington. Disability Rights Washington is also the recipient of a substantial amount of non-federal sources, including grants anddonations
REPORTS ARCHIVE
May 2019. In Chaotic and Dangerous, Disability Rights Washington’s latest report on the state-run Rainier School, DRW has found that Washington continues to put people with developmental disabilities at serious risk of harm. The report also identifies systemic failures at the institution, making clear its problems are not caused by a few bad COMMUNITY INCLUSION & SERVICES Securing accommodations, support, and services needed for meaningful community living. The Community Inclusion and Services Program advocates for the provision of accommodations, services, treatment, and technology necessary to support the choices of people with disabilities to safely and meaningfully participate as equal citizens in any social, economic, or political aspect of community life. TRANSPORTATION ACCESS STORYMAP Using Access, the paratransit service, requires a reservation at least 24 hours in advance and a half-hour window for pick up. Access can also move the pickup time forward or backward by up to one hour. It’s difficult for Kat to plan her day when she has so little control over her transportation. HOW TO AVOID GUARDIANSHIP PITFALLS How to Avoid Guardianship Pitfalls. This document discusses 1) common issues related to guardianships and the law that addresses each of these issues, 2) the court’s authority and a person’s rights with respect to modifying or terminating a guardianship, and 3) some practical tips for individuals who support people with guardians. DRW STATEMENT ON SENATOR'S USE OF DEROGATORY LANGUAGE In response to an occurrence that happened this Wednesday during a Senate Health and Long Term Care Executive Session, we have released a statement. The use of the “R” word by Senator Rivers at a public hearing was harmful, disheartening, contrary to the Senate Code of Conduct and should not be tolerated. Senator Rivers and the Senators who failed to call it out in the moment let anROSS V. INSLEE
The case is called Ross v. Inslee, No. CV-14-00130-TOR (E.D. Wash., 2014). The named plaintiffs are six individual NGRI patients at Western State Hospital and Eastern State Hospital as well as Disability Rights Washington. The Complaint alleged, in part, that patients’ rights were being systematically violated due to inadequate treatment and T.R. ET AL. V. QUIGLEY ET AL. T.R. et al. v. Quigley et al. Ten individual youth represented the interest of a class of thousands of children denied access to the intensive mental health services they needed. After years of negotiations, representatives for the class and the state were able to craft a settlement in T.R. et al. v. Quigley et al. that outlinessignificant
ADVOCACY STRATEGIES
rogress - change for the better - will not happen without advocacy. Advocacy is the tool citizens use in our democracy to bring aboutimprovements.
FEDERAL FUNDING
COMMUNITY INCLUSION & SERVICES Securing accommodations, support, and services needed for meaningful community living. The Community Inclusion and Services Program advocates for the provision of accommodations, services, treatment, and technology necessary to support the choices of people with disabilities to safely and meaningfully participate as equal citizens in any social, economic, or political aspect of community life. HOW TO CHANGE, REMOVE, OR REPORT A REPRESENTATIVE PAYEE TTY: (866) 501-2101. To report a violation, provide as much information as possible about the rep payees suspected misuse, including: Name of rep payee and the beneficiary; Social Security Number of the rep payee and the beneficiary; Date of birth of the rep payee and the beneficiary; and. Details regarding the allegation suchas when, how, and
ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION STUDENTS It provides assistive technology resources and expertise to help people make decisions and obtain the technology and related services needed for work, education, and independent living. Washington State Governor’s Office of the Education Ombuds. 155 NE 100th St, #210. Seattle, WA 98125. (866) 297-2597. TRANSPORTATION ACCESS STORYMAP Using Access, the paratransit service, requires a reservation at least 24 hours in advance and a half-hour window for pick up. Access can also move the pickup time forward or backward by up to one hour. It’s difficult for Kat to plan her day when she has so little control over her transportation. OFFICE OF DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES OMBUDS The bill created the Office of the Developmental Disabilities Ombuds (DD Ombuds). The DD Ombuds program operates statewide to investigate, advocate, and report on services to people with developmental disabilities. The DD Ombuds focuses on resolving issues at the lowest level possible, through individual complaint resolution. AVID - AMPLIFYING VOICES OF INCARCERATED INDIVIDUALS WITH Anna Zivarts Director of the Disability Mobility Initiative Program. Office of Developmental Disabilities Ombuds. Betty Schwieterman Developmental Disabilities Ombuds HOW TO FILE A COMPLAINT AGAINST CHILD PROTECTIVE SERVICES This publication describes ways a person may file a disability discrimination complaint against Child Protective Services (CPS). What is CPS? CPS is part of the Children’s Administration of the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS). A GUIDE FOR PATIENTS DEEMED NOT GUILTY BY REASON OFSEE MORE ON DISABILITYRIGHTSWA.ORGNOAH SEIDEL
Noah Seidel Regional Developmental Disabilities Ombuds. Noah Seidel joined Disability Rights Washington in 2017 as the Region 3 Developmental Disabilities Ombuds. Noah is a disabled advocate who works to support people with disabilities to live a full life and engage in social change.FEDERAL FUNDING
COMMUNITY INCLUSION & SERVICES Securing accommodations, support, and services needed for meaningful community living. The Community Inclusion and Services Program advocates for the provision of accommodations, services, treatment, and technology necessary to support the choices of people with disabilities to safely and meaningfully participate as equal citizens in any social, economic, or political aspect of community life. HOW TO CHANGE, REMOVE, OR REPORT A REPRESENTATIVE PAYEE TTY: (866) 501-2101. To report a violation, provide as much information as possible about the rep payees suspected misuse, including: Name of rep payee and the beneficiary; Social Security Number of the rep payee and the beneficiary; Date of birth of the rep payee and the beneficiary; and. Details regarding the allegation suchas when, how, and
ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION STUDENTS It provides assistive technology resources and expertise to help people make decisions and obtain the technology and related services needed for work, education, and independent living. Washington State Governor’s Office of the Education Ombuds. 155 NE 100th St, #210. Seattle, WA 98125. (866) 297-2597. TRANSPORTATION ACCESS STORYMAP Using Access, the paratransit service, requires a reservation at least 24 hours in advance and a half-hour window for pick up. Access can also move the pickup time forward or backward by up to one hour. It’s difficult for Kat to plan her day when she has so little control over her transportation. OFFICE OF DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES OMBUDS The bill created the Office of the Developmental Disabilities Ombuds (DD Ombuds). The DD Ombuds program operates statewide to investigate, advocate, and report on services to people with developmental disabilities. The DD Ombuds focuses on resolving issues at the lowest level possible, through individual complaint resolution. AVID - AMPLIFYING VOICES OF INCARCERATED INDIVIDUALS WITH Anna Zivarts Director of the Disability Mobility Initiative Program. Office of Developmental Disabilities Ombuds. Betty Schwieterman Developmental Disabilities Ombuds HOW TO FILE A COMPLAINT AGAINST CHILD PROTECTIVE SERVICES This publication describes ways a person may file a disability discrimination complaint against Child Protective Services (CPS). What is CPS? CPS is part of the Children’s Administration of the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS). A GUIDE FOR PATIENTS DEEMED NOT GUILTY BY REASON OFSEE MORE ON DISABILITYRIGHTSWA.ORGNOAH SEIDEL
Noah Seidel Regional Developmental Disabilities Ombuds. Noah Seidel joined Disability Rights Washington in 2017 as the Region 3 Developmental Disabilities Ombuds. Noah is a disabled advocate who works to support people with disabilities to live a full life and engage in social change. HOME PAGE - DISABILITY RIGHTS WASHINGTON Disability Rights Washington is a private non-profit organization that protects the rights of people with disabilities statewide. Our mission is to advance the dignity, equality, and self-determination of people with disabilities. We work to pursue justice on matters related to human and legal rights.FEDERAL FUNDING
Federal Funding. What follows is a list of the federal formula grants and the statutory authority for each grant that, taken together, make up a significant portion of the funding of Disability Rights Washington. Disability Rights Washington is also the recipient of a substantial amount of non-federal sources, including grants anddonations
REPORTS ARCHIVE
May 2019. In Chaotic and Dangerous, Disability Rights Washington’s latest report on the state-run Rainier School, DRW has found that Washington continues to put people with developmental disabilities at serious risk of harm. The report also identifies systemic failures at the institution, making clear its problems are not caused by a few bad COMMUNITY INCLUSION & SERVICES Securing accommodations, support, and services needed for meaningful community living. The Community Inclusion and Services Program advocates for the provision of accommodations, services, treatment, and technology necessary to support the choices of people with disabilities to safely and meaningfully participate as equal citizens in any social, economic, or political aspect of community life. TRANSPORTATION ACCESS STORYMAP Using Access, the paratransit service, requires a reservation at least 24 hours in advance and a half-hour window for pick up. Access can also move the pickup time forward or backward by up to one hour. It’s difficult for Kat to plan her day when she has so little control over her transportation. HOW TO AVOID GUARDIANSHIP PITFALLS How to Avoid Guardianship Pitfalls. This document discusses 1) common issues related to guardianships and the law that addresses each of these issues, 2) the court’s authority and a person’s rights with respect to modifying or terminating a guardianship, and 3) some practical tips for individuals who support people with guardians. DRW STATEMENT ON SENATOR'S USE OF DEROGATORY LANGUAGE In response to an occurrence that happened this Wednesday during a Senate Health and Long Term Care Executive Session, we have released a statement. The use of the “R” word by Senator Rivers at a public hearing was harmful, disheartening, contrary to the Senate Code of Conduct and should not be tolerated. Senator Rivers and the Senators who failed to call it out in the moment let anROSS V. INSLEE
The case is called Ross v. Inslee, No. CV-14-00130-TOR (E.D. Wash., 2014). The named plaintiffs are six individual NGRI patients at Western State Hospital and Eastern State Hospital as well as Disability Rights Washington. The Complaint alleged, in part, that patients’ rights were being systematically violated due to inadequate treatment and T.R. ET AL. V. QUIGLEY ET AL. T.R. et al. v. Quigley et al. Ten individual youth represented the interest of a class of thousands of children denied access to the intensive mental health services they needed. After years of negotiations, representatives for the class and the state were able to craft a settlement in T.R. et al. v. Quigley et al. that outlinessignificant
ADVOCACY STRATEGIES
rogress - change for the better - will not happen without advocacy. Advocacy is the tool citizens use in our democracy to bring aboutimprovements.
FEDERAL FUNDING
COMMUNITY INCLUSION & SERVICES Securing accommodations, support, and services needed for meaningful community living. The Community Inclusion and Services Program advocates for the provision of accommodations, services, treatment, and technology necessary to support the choices of people with disabilities to safely and meaningfully participate as equal citizens in any social, economic, or political aspect of community life. HOW TO CHANGE, REMOVE, OR REPORT A REPRESENTATIVE PAYEE TTY: (866) 501-2101. To report a violation, provide as much information as possible about the rep payees suspected misuse, including: Name of rep payee and the beneficiary; Social Security Number of the rep payee and the beneficiary; Date of birth of the rep payee and the beneficiary; and. Details regarding the allegation suchas when, how, and
ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION STUDENTS It provides assistive technology resources and expertise to help people make decisions and obtain the technology and related services needed for work, education, and independent living. Washington State Governor’s Office of the Education Ombuds. 155 NE 100th St, #210. Seattle, WA 98125. (866) 297-2597. TRANSPORTATION ACCESS STORYMAP Using Access, the paratransit service, requires a reservation at least 24 hours in advance and a half-hour window for pick up. Access can also move the pickup time forward or backward by up to one hour. It’s difficult for Kat to plan her day when she has so little control over her transportation. OFFICE OF DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES OMBUDS The bill created the Office of the Developmental Disabilities Ombuds (DD Ombuds). The DD Ombuds program operates statewide to investigate, advocate, and report on services to people with developmental disabilities. The DD Ombuds focuses on resolving issues at the lowest level possible, through individual complaint resolution. AVID - AMPLIFYING VOICES OF INCARCERATED INDIVIDUALS WITH Anna Zivarts Director of the Disability Mobility Initiative Program. Office of Developmental Disabilities Ombuds. Betty Schwieterman Developmental Disabilities Ombuds HOW TO FILE A COMPLAINT AGAINST CHILD PROTECTIVE SERVICES This publication describes ways a person may file a disability discrimination complaint against Child Protective Services (CPS). What is CPS? CPS is part of the Children’s Administration of the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS). A GUIDE FOR PATIENTS DEEMED NOT GUILTY BY REASON OFSEE MORE ON DISABILITYRIGHTSWA.ORGNOAH SEIDEL
Noah Seidel Regional Developmental Disabilities Ombuds. Noah Seidel joined Disability Rights Washington in 2017 as the Region 3 Developmental Disabilities Ombuds. Noah is a disabled advocate who works to support people with disabilities to live a full life and engage in social change.FEDERAL FUNDING
COMMUNITY INCLUSION & SERVICES Securing accommodations, support, and services needed for meaningful community living. The Community Inclusion and Services Program advocates for the provision of accommodations, services, treatment, and technology necessary to support the choices of people with disabilities to safely and meaningfully participate as equal citizens in any social, economic, or political aspect of community life. HOW TO CHANGE, REMOVE, OR REPORT A REPRESENTATIVE PAYEE TTY: (866) 501-2101. To report a violation, provide as much information as possible about the rep payees suspected misuse, including: Name of rep payee and the beneficiary; Social Security Number of the rep payee and the beneficiary; Date of birth of the rep payee and the beneficiary; and. Details regarding the allegation suchas when, how, and
ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION STUDENTS It provides assistive technology resources and expertise to help people make decisions and obtain the technology and related services needed for work, education, and independent living. Washington State Governor’s Office of the Education Ombuds. 155 NE 100th St, #210. Seattle, WA 98125. (866) 297-2597. TRANSPORTATION ACCESS STORYMAP Using Access, the paratransit service, requires a reservation at least 24 hours in advance and a half-hour window for pick up. Access can also move the pickup time forward or backward by up to one hour. It’s difficult for Kat to plan her day when she has so little control over her transportation. OFFICE OF DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES OMBUDS The bill created the Office of the Developmental Disabilities Ombuds (DD Ombuds). The DD Ombuds program operates statewide to investigate, advocate, and report on services to people with developmental disabilities. The DD Ombuds focuses on resolving issues at the lowest level possible, through individual complaint resolution. AVID - AMPLIFYING VOICES OF INCARCERATED INDIVIDUALS WITH Anna Zivarts Director of the Disability Mobility Initiative Program. Office of Developmental Disabilities Ombuds. Betty Schwieterman Developmental Disabilities Ombuds HOW TO FILE A COMPLAINT AGAINST CHILD PROTECTIVE SERVICES This publication describes ways a person may file a disability discrimination complaint against Child Protective Services (CPS). What is CPS? CPS is part of the Children’s Administration of the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS). A GUIDE FOR PATIENTS DEEMED NOT GUILTY BY REASON OFSEE MORE ON DISABILITYRIGHTSWA.ORGNOAH SEIDEL
Noah Seidel Regional Developmental Disabilities Ombuds. Noah Seidel joined Disability Rights Washington in 2017 as the Region 3 Developmental Disabilities Ombuds. Noah is a disabled advocate who works to support people with disabilities to live a full life and engage in social change. HOME PAGE - DISABILITY RIGHTS WASHINGTON Disability Rights Washington is a private non-profit organization that protects the rights of people with disabilities statewide. Our mission is to advance the dignity, equality, and self-determination of people with disabilities. We work to pursue justice on matters related to human and legal rights.FEDERAL FUNDING
Federal Funding. What follows is a list of the federal formula grants and the statutory authority for each grant that, taken together, make up a significant portion of the funding of Disability Rights Washington. Disability Rights Washington is also the recipient of a substantial amount of non-federal sources, including grants anddonations
REPORTS ARCHIVE
May 2019. In Chaotic and Dangerous, Disability Rights Washington’s latest report on the state-run Rainier School, DRW has found that Washington continues to put people with developmental disabilities at serious risk of harm. The report also identifies systemic failures at the institution, making clear its problems are not caused by a few bad COMMUNITY INCLUSION & SERVICES Securing accommodations, support, and services needed for meaningful community living. The Community Inclusion and Services Program advocates for the provision of accommodations, services, treatment, and technology necessary to support the choices of people with disabilities to safely and meaningfully participate as equal citizens in any social, economic, or political aspect of community life. TRANSPORTATION ACCESS STORYMAP Using Access, the paratransit service, requires a reservation at least 24 hours in advance and a half-hour window for pick up. Access can also move the pickup time forward or backward by up to one hour. It’s difficult for Kat to plan her day when she has so little control over her transportation. HOW TO AVOID GUARDIANSHIP PITFALLS How to Avoid Guardianship Pitfalls. This document discusses 1) common issues related to guardianships and the law that addresses each of these issues, 2) the court’s authority and a person’s rights with respect to modifying or terminating a guardianship, and 3) some practical tips for individuals who support people with guardians. DRW STATEMENT ON SENATOR'S USE OF DEROGATORY LANGUAGE In response to an occurrence that happened this Wednesday during a Senate Health and Long Term Care Executive Session, we have released a statement. The use of the “R” word by Senator Rivers at a public hearing was harmful, disheartening, contrary to the Senate Code of Conduct and should not be tolerated. Senator Rivers and the Senators who failed to call it out in the moment let anROSS V. INSLEE
The case is called Ross v. Inslee, No. CV-14-00130-TOR (E.D. Wash., 2014). The named plaintiffs are six individual NGRI patients at Western State Hospital and Eastern State Hospital as well as Disability Rights Washington. The Complaint alleged, in part, that patients’ rights were being systematically violated due to inadequate treatment and T.R. ET AL. V. QUIGLEY ET AL. T.R. et al. v. Quigley et al. Ten individual youth represented the interest of a class of thousands of children denied access to the intensive mental health services they needed. After years of negotiations, representatives for the class and the state were able to craft a settlement in T.R. et al. v. Quigley et al. that outlinessignificant
ADVOCACY STRATEGIES
rogress - change for the better - will not happen without advocacy. Advocacy is the tool citizens use in our democracy to bring aboutimprovements.
FEDERAL FUNDING
COMMUNITY INCLUSION & SERVICES Securing accommodations, support, and services needed for meaningful community living. The Community Inclusion and Services Program advocates for the provision of accommodations, services, treatment, and technology necessary to support the choices of people with disabilities to safely and meaningfully participate as equal citizens in any social, economic, or political aspect of community life. HOW TO CHANGE, REMOVE, OR REPORT A REPRESENTATIVE PAYEE TTY: (866) 501-2101. To report a violation, provide as much information as possible about the rep payees suspected misuse, including: Name of rep payee and the beneficiary; Social Security Number of the rep payee and the beneficiary; Date of birth of the rep payee and the beneficiary; and. Details regarding the allegation suchas when, how, and
ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION STUDENTS It provides assistive technology resources and expertise to help people make decisions and obtain the technology and related services needed for work, education, and independent living. Washington State Governor’s Office of the Education Ombuds. 155 NE 100th St, #210. Seattle, WA 98125. (866) 297-2597. TRANSPORTATION ACCESS STORYMAP Using Access, the paratransit service, requires a reservation at least 24 hours in advance and a half-hour window for pick up. Access can also move the pickup time forward or backward by up to one hour. It’s difficult for Kat to plan her day when she has so little control over her transportation. OFFICE OF DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES OMBUDS The bill created the Office of the Developmental Disabilities Ombuds (DD Ombuds). The DD Ombuds program operates statewide to investigate, advocate, and report on services to people with developmental disabilities. The DD Ombuds focuses on resolving issues at the lowest level possible, through individual complaint resolution. AVID - AMPLIFYING VOICES OF INCARCERATED INDIVIDUALS WITH Anna Zivarts Director of the Disability Mobility Initiative Program. Office of Developmental Disabilities Ombuds. Betty Schwieterman Developmental Disabilities Ombuds HOW TO FILE A COMPLAINT AGAINST CHILD PROTECTIVE SERVICES This publication describes ways a person may file a disability discrimination complaint against Child Protective Services (CPS). What is CPS? CPS is part of the Children’s Administration of the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS). A GUIDE FOR PATIENTS DEEMED NOT GUILTY BY REASON OFSEE MORE ON DISABILITYRIGHTSWA.ORGNOAH SEIDEL
Noah Seidel Regional Developmental Disabilities Ombuds. Noah Seidel joined Disability Rights Washington in 2017 as the Region 3 Developmental Disabilities Ombuds. Noah is a disabled advocate who works to support people with disabilities to live a full life and engage in social change.FEDERAL FUNDING
COMMUNITY INCLUSION & SERVICES Securing accommodations, support, and services needed for meaningful community living. The Community Inclusion and Services Program advocates for the provision of accommodations, services, treatment, and technology necessary to support the choices of people with disabilities to safely and meaningfully participate as equal citizens in any social, economic, or political aspect of community life. HOW TO CHANGE, REMOVE, OR REPORT A REPRESENTATIVE PAYEE TTY: (866) 501-2101. To report a violation, provide as much information as possible about the rep payees suspected misuse, including: Name of rep payee and the beneficiary; Social Security Number of the rep payee and the beneficiary; Date of birth of the rep payee and the beneficiary; and. Details regarding the allegation suchas when, how, and
ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION STUDENTS It provides assistive technology resources and expertise to help people make decisions and obtain the technology and related services needed for work, education, and independent living. Washington State Governor’s Office of the Education Ombuds. 155 NE 100th St, #210. Seattle, WA 98125. (866) 297-2597. TRANSPORTATION ACCESS STORYMAP Using Access, the paratransit service, requires a reservation at least 24 hours in advance and a half-hour window for pick up. Access can also move the pickup time forward or backward by up to one hour. It’s difficult for Kat to plan her day when she has so little control over her transportation. OFFICE OF DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES OMBUDS The bill created the Office of the Developmental Disabilities Ombuds (DD Ombuds). The DD Ombuds program operates statewide to investigate, advocate, and report on services to people with developmental disabilities. The DD Ombuds focuses on resolving issues at the lowest level possible, through individual complaint resolution. AVID - AMPLIFYING VOICES OF INCARCERATED INDIVIDUALS WITH Anna Zivarts Director of the Disability Mobility Initiative Program. Office of Developmental Disabilities Ombuds. Betty Schwieterman Developmental Disabilities Ombuds HOW TO FILE A COMPLAINT AGAINST CHILD PROTECTIVE SERVICES This publication describes ways a person may file a disability discrimination complaint against Child Protective Services (CPS). What is CPS? CPS is part of the Children’s Administration of the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS). A GUIDE FOR PATIENTS DEEMED NOT GUILTY BY REASON OFSEE MORE ON DISABILITYRIGHTSWA.ORGNOAH SEIDEL
Noah Seidel Regional Developmental Disabilities Ombuds. Noah Seidel joined Disability Rights Washington in 2017 as the Region 3 Developmental Disabilities Ombuds. Noah is a disabled advocate who works to support people with disabilities to live a full life and engage in social change. HOME PAGE - DISABILITY RIGHTS WASHINGTON Disability Rights Washington is a private non-profit organization that protects the rights of people with disabilities statewide. Our mission is to advance the dignity, equality, and self-determination of people with disabilities. We work to pursue justice on matters related to human and legal rights.FEDERAL FUNDING
Federal Funding. What follows is a list of the federal formula grants and the statutory authority for each grant that, taken together, make up a significant portion of the funding of Disability Rights Washington. Disability Rights Washington is also the recipient of a substantial amount of non-federal sources, including grants anddonations
REPORTS ARCHIVE
May 2019. In Chaotic and Dangerous, Disability Rights Washington’s latest report on the state-run Rainier School, DRW has found that Washington continues to put people with developmental disabilities at serious risk of harm. The report also identifies systemic failures at the institution, making clear its problems are not caused by a few bad COMMUNITY INCLUSION & SERVICES Securing accommodations, support, and services needed for meaningful community living. The Community Inclusion and Services Program advocates for the provision of accommodations, services, treatment, and technology necessary to support the choices of people with disabilities to safely and meaningfully participate as equal citizens in any social, economic, or political aspect of community life. TRANSPORTATION ACCESS STORYMAP Using Access, the paratransit service, requires a reservation at least 24 hours in advance and a half-hour window for pick up. Access can also move the pickup time forward or backward by up to one hour. It’s difficult for Kat to plan her day when she has so little control over her transportation. HOW TO AVOID GUARDIANSHIP PITFALLS How to Avoid Guardianship Pitfalls. This document discusses 1) common issues related to guardianships and the law that addresses each of these issues, 2) the court’s authority and a person’s rights with respect to modifying or terminating a guardianship, and 3) some practical tips for individuals who support people with guardians. DRW STATEMENT ON SENATOR'S USE OF DEROGATORY LANGUAGE In response to an occurrence that happened this Wednesday during a Senate Health and Long Term Care Executive Session, we have released a statement. The use of the “R” word by Senator Rivers at a public hearing was harmful, disheartening, contrary to the Senate Code of Conduct and should not be tolerated. Senator Rivers and the Senators who failed to call it out in the moment let anROSS V. INSLEE
The case is called Ross v. Inslee, No. CV-14-00130-TOR (E.D. Wash., 2014). The named plaintiffs are six individual NGRI patients at Western State Hospital and Eastern State Hospital as well as Disability Rights Washington. The Complaint alleged, in part, that patients’ rights were being systematically violated due to inadequate treatment and T.R. ET AL. V. QUIGLEY ET AL. T.R. et al. v. Quigley et al. Ten individual youth represented the interest of a class of thousands of children denied access to the intensive mental health services they needed. After years of negotiations, representatives for the class and the state were able to craft a settlement in T.R. et al. v. Quigley et al. that outlinessignificant
ADVOCACY STRATEGIES
rogress - change for the better - will not happen without advocacy. Advocacy is the tool citizens use in our democracy to bring aboutimprovements.
MISSION, VISION & VALUES HOW TO CHANGE, REMOVE, OR REPORT A REPRESENTATIVE PAYEE TTY: (866) 501-2101. To report a violation, provide as much information as possible about the rep payees suspected misuse, including: Name of rep payee and the beneficiary; Social Security Number of the rep payee and the beneficiary; Date of birth of the rep payee and the beneficiary; and. Details regarding the allegation suchas when, how, and
TRANSPORTATION ACCESS STORYMAP Using Access, the paratransit service, requires a reservation at least 24 hours in advance and a half-hour window for pick up. Access can also move the pickup time forward or backward by up to one hour. It’s difficult for Kat to plan her day when she has so little control over her transportation. COMMUNITY INCLUSION & SERVICES Securing accommodations, support, and services needed for meaningful community living. The Community Inclusion and Services Program advocates for the provision of accommodations, services, treatment, and technology necessary to support the choices of people with disabilities to safely and meaningfully participate as equal citizens in any social, economic, or political aspect of community life. OFFICE OF DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES OMBUDS The bill created the Office of the Developmental Disabilities Ombuds (DD Ombuds). The DD Ombuds program operates statewide to investigate, advocate, and report on services to people with developmental disabilities. The DD Ombuds focuses on resolving issues at the lowest level possible, through individual complaint resolution. AVID - AMPLIFYING VOICES OF INCARCERATED INDIVIDUALS WITH Anna Zivarts Director of the Disability Mobility Initiative Program. Office of Developmental Disabilities Ombuds. Betty Schwieterman Developmental Disabilities Ombuds HOW TO FILE A COMPLAINT AGAINST CHILD PROTECTIVE SERVICES This publication describes ways a person may file a disability discrimination complaint against Child Protective Services (CPS). What is CPS? CPS is part of the Children’s Administration of the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS).DARYA FARIVAR
Darya FarivarDirector of Public Policy. Darya received her BA in Communicative Disorders and minored in Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies from the University of Redlands. While there she learned about the criminal legal system and founded an on-campus diversity advocacy organization. After graduation, she found a job that combined all herNOAH SEIDEL
Noah Seidel Regional Developmental Disabilities Ombuds. Noah Seidel joined Disability Rights Washington in 2017 as the Region 3 Developmental Disabilities Ombuds. Noah is a disabled advocate who works to support people with disabilities to live a full life and engage in social change. AVID'S TRANS IN PRISON JUSTICE PROJECT PROVIDES IDENTITY This summer, DRW’s AVID Program and Trans in Prison Justice Project were proud to be selected as the host for the 2019 QLAW Sher Kung Summer Fellowship. We welcomed Tommy Statkiewicz to the team and he got to work right away on a big project – providing legal representation for 9 transgender clients to be able to access legal name changes while incarcerated. MISSION, VISION & VALUES HOW TO CHANGE, REMOVE, OR REPORT A REPRESENTATIVE PAYEE TTY: (866) 501-2101. To report a violation, provide as much information as possible about the rep payees suspected misuse, including: Name of rep payee and the beneficiary; Social Security Number of the rep payee and the beneficiary; Date of birth of the rep payee and the beneficiary; and. Details regarding the allegation suchas when, how, and
TRANSPORTATION ACCESS STORYMAP Using Access, the paratransit service, requires a reservation at least 24 hours in advance and a half-hour window for pick up. Access can also move the pickup time forward or backward by up to one hour. It’s difficult for Kat to plan her day when she has so little control over her transportation. COMMUNITY INCLUSION & SERVICES Securing accommodations, support, and services needed for meaningful community living. The Community Inclusion and Services Program advocates for the provision of accommodations, services, treatment, and technology necessary to support the choices of people with disabilities to safely and meaningfully participate as equal citizens in any social, economic, or political aspect of community life. OFFICE OF DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES OMBUDS The bill created the Office of the Developmental Disabilities Ombuds (DD Ombuds). The DD Ombuds program operates statewide to investigate, advocate, and report on services to people with developmental disabilities. The DD Ombuds focuses on resolving issues at the lowest level possible, through individual complaint resolution. AVID - AMPLIFYING VOICES OF INCARCERATED INDIVIDUALS WITH Anna Zivarts Director of the Disability Mobility Initiative Program. Office of Developmental Disabilities Ombuds. Betty Schwieterman Developmental Disabilities Ombuds HOW TO FILE A COMPLAINT AGAINST CHILD PROTECTIVE SERVICES This publication describes ways a person may file a disability discrimination complaint against Child Protective Services (CPS). What is CPS? CPS is part of the Children’s Administration of the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS).DARYA FARIVAR
Darya FarivarDirector of Public Policy. Darya received her BA in Communicative Disorders and minored in Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies from the University of Redlands. While there she learned about the criminal legal system and founded an on-campus diversity advocacy organization. After graduation, she found a job that combined all herNOAH SEIDEL
Noah Seidel Regional Developmental Disabilities Ombuds. Noah Seidel joined Disability Rights Washington in 2017 as the Region 3 Developmental Disabilities Ombuds. Noah is a disabled advocate who works to support people with disabilities to live a full life and engage in social change. AVID'S TRANS IN PRISON JUSTICE PROJECT PROVIDES IDENTITY This summer, DRW’s AVID Program and Trans in Prison Justice Project were proud to be selected as the host for the 2019 QLAW Sher Kung Summer Fellowship. We welcomed Tommy Statkiewicz to the team and he got to work right away on a big project – providing legal representation for 9 transgender clients to be able to access legal name changes while incarcerated.CASES ARCHIVE
D.S. v. DCYF. In January 2021, Plaintiffs filed a lawsuit on behalf of three named plaintiffs, hundreds of similarly situated foster children, and Disability Rights Washington, the state Department of Children, Youth and Families (DCYF) is shuttling children with behavioral health and developmental disabilities from hotels to state offices to other one-night stays, “essentially rendering COMMUNITY INCLUSION & SERVICES Securing accommodations, support, and services needed for meaningful community living. The Community Inclusion and Services Program advocates for the provision of accommodations, services, treatment, and technology necessary to support the choices of people with disabilities to safely and meaningfully participate as equal citizens in any social, economic, or political aspect of community life. DEINSTITUTIONALIZATION IN WASHINGTON STATE Allen v. Western State Hospital W.D.WA Filed 1999; Settled 2001, 2007; Dismissed 2009? Marr v. Eastern State Hospital E.D.WA Filed 2002; Settled 2002, 2008, 2010RESOURCES ARCHIVE
2018 Disability Rights Washington OFFICE OF DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES OMBUDS The bill created the Office of the Developmental Disabilities Ombuds (DD Ombuds). The DD Ombuds program operates statewide to investigate, advocate, and report on services to people with developmental disabilities. The DD Ombuds focuses on resolving issues at the lowest level possible, through individual complaint resolution. ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION STUDENTS It provides assistive technology resources and expertise to help people make decisions and obtain the technology and related services needed for work, education, and independent living. Washington State Governor’s Office of the Education Ombuds. 155 NE 100th St, #210. Seattle, WA 98125. (866) 297-2597. COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH DAYS, HOSTED BY SKEWL Community Mental Health Days, Hosted by SKEWL. January 8, 2021. Printer-friendly version. SKEWL is hosting FREE 30 minute in-person sessions with mental health providers & FREE COVID-19 testing available onsite for people from marginalized communities. In person and Drive-Thru sessions will TRANSFERRING SPECIAL EDUCATION RIGHTS FROM PARENTS TO If you do disseminate any DRW document, please send us an email to info@dr-wa.org letting us know the nature of the audience and number of people with whom it was shared. Disability Rights Washington. 315 5th Ave S, Ste 850. Seattle, WA 98104. Voice: (206) 324-1521 or (800)562-2702.
ANNA ZIVARTS
Anna Zivarts Director of the Disability Mobility Initiative Program. Anna was born with nystagmus – a genetic condition that means her eyes are always shaking. This reduces her visual acuity – she’s not legally blind but can’t drive, recognize faces across the room, or read most signage.DARYA FARIVAR
Darya FarivarDirector of Public Policy. Darya received her BA in Communicative Disorders and minored in Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies from the University of Redlands. While there she learned about the criminal legal system and founded an on-campus diversity advocacy organization. After graduation, she found a job that combined all her MISSION, VISION & VALUES HOW TO CHANGE, REMOVE, OR REPORT A REPRESENTATIVE PAYEE TTY: (866) 501-2101. To report a violation, provide as much information as possible about the rep payees suspected misuse, including: Name of rep payee and the beneficiary; Social Security Number of the rep payee and the beneficiary; Date of birth of the rep payee and the beneficiary; and. Details regarding the allegation suchas when, how, and
TRANSPORTATION ACCESS STORYMAP Using Access, the paratransit service, requires a reservation at least 24 hours in advance and a half-hour window for pick up. Access can also move the pickup time forward or backward by up to one hour. It’s difficult for Kat to plan her day when she has so little control over her transportation. COMMUNITY INCLUSION & SERVICES Securing accommodations, support, and services needed for meaningful community living. The Community Inclusion and Services Program advocates for the provision of accommodations, services, treatment, and technology necessary to support the choices of people with disabilities to safely and meaningfully participate as equal citizens in any social, economic, or political aspect of community life. OFFICE OF DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES OMBUDS The bill created the Office of the Developmental Disabilities Ombuds (DD Ombuds). The DD Ombuds program operates statewide to investigate, advocate, and report on services to people with developmental disabilities. The DD Ombuds focuses on resolving issues at the lowest level possible, through individual complaint resolution. AVID - AMPLIFYING VOICES OF INCARCERATED INDIVIDUALS WITH Anna Zivarts Director of the Disability Mobility Initiative Program. Office of Developmental Disabilities Ombuds. Betty Schwieterman Developmental Disabilities Ombuds HOW TO FILE A COMPLAINT AGAINST CHILD PROTECTIVE SERVICES This publication describes ways a person may file a disability discrimination complaint against Child Protective Services (CPS). What is CPS? CPS is part of the Children’s Administration of the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS).DARYA FARIVAR
Darya FarivarDirector of Public Policy. Darya received her BA in Communicative Disorders and minored in Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies from the University of Redlands. While there she learned about the criminal legal system and founded an on-campus diversity advocacy organization. After graduation, she found a job that combined all herNOAH SEIDEL
Noah Seidel Regional Developmental Disabilities Ombuds. Noah Seidel joined Disability Rights Washington in 2017 as the Region 3 Developmental Disabilities Ombuds. Noah is a disabled advocate who works to support people with disabilities to live a full life and engage in social change. AVID'S TRANS IN PRISON JUSTICE PROJECT PROVIDES IDENTITY This summer, DRW’s AVID Program and Trans in Prison Justice Project were proud to be selected as the host for the 2019 QLAW Sher Kung Summer Fellowship. We welcomed Tommy Statkiewicz to the team and he got to work right away on a big project – providing legal representation for 9 transgender clients to be able to access legal name changes while incarcerated. MISSION, VISION & VALUES HOW TO CHANGE, REMOVE, OR REPORT A REPRESENTATIVE PAYEE TTY: (866) 501-2101. To report a violation, provide as much information as possible about the rep payees suspected misuse, including: Name of rep payee and the beneficiary; Social Security Number of the rep payee and the beneficiary; Date of birth of the rep payee and the beneficiary; and. Details regarding the allegation suchas when, how, and
TRANSPORTATION ACCESS STORYMAP Using Access, the paratransit service, requires a reservation at least 24 hours in advance and a half-hour window for pick up. Access can also move the pickup time forward or backward by up to one hour. It’s difficult for Kat to plan her day when she has so little control over her transportation. COMMUNITY INCLUSION & SERVICES Securing accommodations, support, and services needed for meaningful community living. The Community Inclusion and Services Program advocates for the provision of accommodations, services, treatment, and technology necessary to support the choices of people with disabilities to safely and meaningfully participate as equal citizens in any social, economic, or political aspect of community life. OFFICE OF DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES OMBUDS The bill created the Office of the Developmental Disabilities Ombuds (DD Ombuds). The DD Ombuds program operates statewide to investigate, advocate, and report on services to people with developmental disabilities. The DD Ombuds focuses on resolving issues at the lowest level possible, through individual complaint resolution. AVID - AMPLIFYING VOICES OF INCARCERATED INDIVIDUALS WITH Anna Zivarts Director of the Disability Mobility Initiative Program. Office of Developmental Disabilities Ombuds. Betty Schwieterman Developmental Disabilities Ombuds HOW TO FILE A COMPLAINT AGAINST CHILD PROTECTIVE SERVICES This publication describes ways a person may file a disability discrimination complaint against Child Protective Services (CPS). What is CPS? CPS is part of the Children’s Administration of the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS).DARYA FARIVAR
Darya FarivarDirector of Public Policy. Darya received her BA in Communicative Disorders and minored in Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies from the University of Redlands. While there she learned about the criminal legal system and founded an on-campus diversity advocacy organization. After graduation, she found a job that combined all herNOAH SEIDEL
Noah Seidel Regional Developmental Disabilities Ombuds. Noah Seidel joined Disability Rights Washington in 2017 as the Region 3 Developmental Disabilities Ombuds. Noah is a disabled advocate who works to support people with disabilities to live a full life and engage in social change. AVID'S TRANS IN PRISON JUSTICE PROJECT PROVIDES IDENTITY This summer, DRW’s AVID Program and Trans in Prison Justice Project were proud to be selected as the host for the 2019 QLAW Sher Kung Summer Fellowship. We welcomed Tommy Statkiewicz to the team and he got to work right away on a big project – providing legal representation for 9 transgender clients to be able to access legal name changes while incarcerated.CASES ARCHIVE
D.S. v. DCYF. In January 2021, Plaintiffs filed a lawsuit on behalf of three named plaintiffs, hundreds of similarly situated foster children, and Disability Rights Washington, the state Department of Children, Youth and Families (DCYF) is shuttling children with behavioral health and developmental disabilities from hotels to state offices to other one-night stays, “essentially rendering COMMUNITY INCLUSION & SERVICES Securing accommodations, support, and services needed for meaningful community living. The Community Inclusion and Services Program advocates for the provision of accommodations, services, treatment, and technology necessary to support the choices of people with disabilities to safely and meaningfully participate as equal citizens in any social, economic, or political aspect of community life. DEINSTITUTIONALIZATION IN WASHINGTON STATE Allen v. Western State Hospital W.D.WA Filed 1999; Settled 2001, 2007; Dismissed 2009? Marr v. Eastern State Hospital E.D.WA Filed 2002; Settled 2002, 2008, 2010RESOURCES ARCHIVE
2018 Disability Rights Washington OFFICE OF DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES OMBUDS The bill created the Office of the Developmental Disabilities Ombuds (DD Ombuds). The DD Ombuds program operates statewide to investigate, advocate, and report on services to people with developmental disabilities. The DD Ombuds focuses on resolving issues at the lowest level possible, through individual complaint resolution. ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION STUDENTS It provides assistive technology resources and expertise to help people make decisions and obtain the technology and related services needed for work, education, and independent living. Washington State Governor’s Office of the Education Ombuds. 155 NE 100th St, #210. Seattle, WA 98125. (866) 297-2597. COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH DAYS, HOSTED BY SKEWL Community Mental Health Days, Hosted by SKEWL. January 8, 2021. Printer-friendly version. SKEWL is hosting FREE 30 minute in-person sessions with mental health providers & FREE COVID-19 testing available onsite for people from marginalized communities. In person and Drive-Thru sessions will TRANSFERRING SPECIAL EDUCATION RIGHTS FROM PARENTS TO If you do disseminate any DRW document, please send us an email to info@dr-wa.org letting us know the nature of the audience and number of people with whom it was shared. Disability Rights Washington. 315 5th Ave S, Ste 850. Seattle, WA 98104. Voice: (206) 324-1521 or (800)562-2702.
ANNA ZIVARTS
Anna Zivarts Director of the Disability Mobility Initiative Program. Anna was born with nystagmus – a genetic condition that means her eyes are always shaking. This reduces her visual acuity – she’s not legally blind but can’t drive, recognize faces across the room, or read most signage.DARYA FARIVAR
Darya FarivarDirector of Public Policy. Darya received her BA in Communicative Disorders and minored in Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies from the University of Redlands. While there she learned about the criminal legal system and founded an on-campus diversity advocacy organization. After graduation, she found a job that combined all her __ Skip to the content Accessibility Toolbar* __Facebook
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PITCH YOUR STORY TO THE ROOTED IN RIGHTS BLOG! October 29, 2020 If you identify as a person with a disability, we want to give you a platform to tell your story. Help us fill gaps in dialogue around disability and challenge readers to think about disability in new ways. The Rooted in Rights Blog is home to compelling stories that shine a bright spotlight on disability rights issues in all areas of life LAWSUIT FILED RE: DSHS ACCOUNTABILITY FOR DEADLY NEGLECT AT RAINIERSCHOOL
October 22, 2020Today, the family of JoHanna Pratt, Disability Rights Washington, and Carney Gillespie PLLP filed a suit in Pierce County Superior Court against the Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) for neglect, claiming that DSHS wrongfully caused the death of JoHanna Pratt and violated state law against abuse of vulnerableadults.
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October 13, 2020On October 9, 2020, DRW and 17 other advocacy organizations sent the below statement to Governor Inslee, regarding Washington’s continued relationship with Sequel Youth and Families, which owns Clarinda Academy. Seventeen advocacy organizations signed on with us to ask Governor Inslee to end all contracts with Sequel. PIERCE COUNTY ANNEX BEGINS BUILDING LAST PIECE OF MISSING SIDEWALK October 8, 2020The Disability Mobility Initiative is celebrating as the City of Tacoma and Pierce County have begun construction on the last piece of missing sidewalk to the Pierce County Annex - Pierce County’s accessible voting center. MORE PROGRAM UPDATES __Reports
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WELCOME DRW’S NEW PUBLIC POLICY DIRECTOR, DARYA FARIVAR! November 5, 2020We are delighted to announce that Darya Farivar will be our new Public Policy Director, effective November 1! Many of you already know of Darya’s accomplishments as a key member of DRW’s Trueblood team. Two years ago, Darya helped secure passage of SB 5444 – the Trueblood bill – landmark legislation that is bringing reform to forensic mental health.MORE @DRW __
#SOCIALJUSTICEALLIES SOCIAL JUSTICE PARTNER EVENT SPOTLIGHT: NAACP MENTAL HEALTH DAY EVENT September 3, 2020NAACP and Public Health Seattle King County are hosting a free Mental Health Day this Saturday, July 11th for communities impacted by COVID-19 and police violence. This is a resource for the Black community in King County to access services in person or online, either for mental health counseling or to find more information on available services. LETTER SENT DEMANDING SPOKANE COUNTY SHERIFF CANCEL “KILLOLOGY” TRAINING AND COMMUNITY SUMMIT June 25, 2020Sheriff Knezovich has organized a training and planned a “summit” in October for Spokane County deputies called, “Mindset Bootcamp,” by so-called “Killology researchers,” Dave Grossman and Dave Smith. Led by Deekon Jones, Carmen Pacheco Jones, and Angel Tomeo Sam, hundreds of individuals and 69 organizations signed onto a letter demanding the sheriff cancel both the public forum and the closed door training reserved exclusively for law enforcement. MORE #SOCIALJUSTICEALLIES __OUR HISTORY
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