In this report, we highlight trends of COVID-19 in licensed community programs.
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Critical Incidents in Virginia’s State Operated Mental Health Facilities
In this report, we highlight the dangers of this situation and also urge better reporting practices from State Hospitals.
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Virginia Agrees to Provide Accessible Absentee Voting Option for Voters with Print Disabilities
The Commonwealth Agrees to Consent Decree for November 3rd Election that will Include Electronic Ballot Marking.
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When Barriers to Discharge Aren’t “Extraordinary”
DBHDS reports that as of June 30, 2020, 216 individuals were on the Extraordinary Barriers to Discharge List (EBL). Some of these individuals have been waiting for months, or even years, to return home.
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A Graduation to Remember
Thanks to the ADA, Ethan was able to fully participate in his high school graduation!
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dLCV opposes IDEA waivers
dLCV opposes IDEA waivers that would deprive students with disabilities of essential educational services.
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Action is Needed Now for Social Security Beneficiaries with Dependents
Action is Needed Now for Social Security Beneficiaries with Dependents.
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Virginia’s Urgent Need to Modify Medicaid Waivers
We urge Governor Ralph Northam to finalize and submit Virginia’s Appendix K to CMS, today.
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Trapped in State Hospitals While Infection Spreads?
Trapped in State Hospitals While Infection Spreads?
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Central Virginia Training Center Closes
State of Stagnation – more than 200 hundred people are stuck in state hospitals, unable to leave when they are ready!