How Many Good DSPs do We Have to Lose?
By: Kevin Nuñez The other day, I was going through my phone and scrolling through my contacts, trying to find someone to text. I came across the picture and
In each blog post, we’ll be following important news, legislation, and current events that affect people with developmental disabilities and their families. We’ll provide commentary on issues that matter and new trends in our communities. And, occasionally, we’ll invite guest contributors to provide their unique perspectives on a variety of topics important New Jersey’s DD community. Most importantly though, we’ll invite you, our readers, to join the conversation and share your views.
Proposed ADA “Reform” Would Go In The Wrong Direction
By: Jeremy Einbinder As this blog has previously explored, the disability rights movement has seen both victories and setbacks. Progress has undoubtedly been made. There’s no question that the
People with Disabilities Are Under Attack
By: Kevin Nuñez I believe that all citizens with disabilities and their families are natural advocates by default. We learn fast that we need to advocate for ourselves in
The Disability Rights Movement Has Scored Some Legislative Achievements, But We’re Not Nearly Done
By: Jeremy Einbinder To have disabilities in a world which is naturally inclined to exclude people with disabilities is a challenge, and a constant one. People do not always
The World of a Direct Support Professional
BY: Kevin Nunez; NJCDD Council Member I wanted to raise awareness to a very big problem in our world today. It rarely gets any publicity; the average person doesn’t
Freedom For People With Developmental Disabilities Starts With Being Aware Of Their Struggle
By: Jeremy Einbinder Disability in general is a widely prevalent, yet seldom acknowledged phenomenon. The public knows it exists in abstract, but find it extremely hard to confront in
Children with Disabilities Must Retain Equal Access to Education
by: Jeremy Einbinder It’s well established that the rights of people with disabilities can be heavily tied to public policy and government activity. People with disabilities, who continue to
Disabilities and The Labor Force: Where Do We Fit In?
Written By: Jeremy Einbinder There are many milestones in adult life that are considered hallmarks of being a “grown up”, and one of those stages of life is financial
What is it That Disables People?
Editor’s Note: The following post expresses the personal opinion of the writer. As with all contributions to the Disability in Focus blog, expressed opinions are not necessarily those of
Disability Gains An Adequate Voice On Primetime Television
In a media landscape that so rarely includes characters with disabilities in a vast array of narratives, it’s certainly refreshing to see a television show featuring a character with