[CT-NFB] FW: February 2025 Newsletter

Tue Feb 4 14:04:04 UTC 2025

From: Disability Rights Connecticut <communications at disrightsct.org> 
Sent: Tuesday, February 4, 2025 8:40 AM
To: info at nfbct.org
Subject: February 2025 Newsletter

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Disability Rights Connecticut is a statewide non-profit organization with a mission to advocate for the human, civil, and legal rights of people with disabilities in Connecticut.

Announcements

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DRCT Seeks an Executive Director

The Executive Director of DRCT is the primary champion and voice for DRCT’s mission, vision, values and programs locally and nationally. The Executive Director is responsible for leadership and management of DRCT’s human resources, financial and administrative operations, fundraising, programs, strategic plans, work plans and supervision of leadership staff. 

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CAP Program Anniversary

February 22nd marks the anniversary of The Client Assistance Program, or CAP, which began on that date in 1984. The CAP at Disability Rights Connecticut, assists applicants and consumers of Connecticut’s two Vocational Rehabilitation agencies. CAP can help people with disabilities who are working with the  <https://zjw8oe8ab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001cOMYzV9BXNWOpppPqHj8VJwtHE-iQIwMu4adkOwmjmFTJrA2imSarecd5YrtLmHD6ggLDU5ZzG8FXqvJEETEivZRE9JovexoqGuEvjvdkKT4W8-N6i2AOdQ4VvqYjkDRVux3jGkybGD_CK4BtyVW5w-sXcDwkIB1NK7IojxDjaz8L9iTYbTMUnGITGb_ahRFUvZPG5nEBhA=&c=j3T4Uu953jlelh27HxSxH_sEUhrVrjuphFRcMsvIcnS1cn1ue8UgdA==&ch=CBh6raxlyrG74elLlJ6Rfvctc7AWM_qvjGa-PF-hdsjnpdqnc6Gxfg==> Bureau of Rehabilitation Services (BRS) or the  <https://zjw8oe8ab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001cOMYzV9BXNWOpppPqHj8VJwtHE-iQIwMu4adkOwmjmFTJrA2imSarecd5YrtLmHDVxgv0OQdvUilhyvfAehJrXPUe7Sx-9LHJy-D-O155-pJAFxZZZ-eFl6DSPM6ihwhGt-ylbj6weeFKWco8uzGBU3Y_yGw0rAI1rf0XBTb87-odJ4TFfvw8zNwxHKSKB7RAKRNJkuAyFQ3UmXYJB-rccrSbAq-iZd4aK0TFYpUgunn0Knq8H70zuNqggAqar1dQgIlKJU4PXE=&c=j3T4Uu953jlelh27HxSxH_sEUhrVrjuphFRcMsvIcnS1cn1ue8UgdA==&ch=CBh6raxlyrG74elLlJ6Rfvctc7AWM_qvjGa-PF-hdsjnpdqnc6Gxfg==> Bureau of Education and Services for the Blind (BESB) understand their rights and responsibilities in applying for and receiving vocational rehabilitation services. CAP supports those who are applying for services, already getting services, or have been denied services from BRS or BESB. 

The CAP can explain how BRS and BESB work and what these agencies can and can’t do for you. CAP advocates might offer you self-advocacy advice about your right to appeal a decision or individual advocacy to assist you in asserting your rights. All services from the CAP are free and confidential.

You may contact the CAP at 860-422-4220

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Important Dates

DRCT will be closed on Monday, February 17, 2025 

in observance of 

President's Day

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Learn More at: Awareness Months — Disability Rights Connecticut, Inc.

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Reminders

The  <https://zjw8oe8ab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001cOMYzV9BXNWOpppPqHj8VJwtHE-iQIwMu4adkOwmjmFTJrA2imSarWazcRNMEndVeO9foiUdM4mHI-7vFvd358Fp7HXzgXaMFyF3pR5uhWmIWa4YCg5XsCZJ1Kjf76drunRbUzRAWf6hfFLSyhezY2R3AHGn58AXi6HC55TJy1PK3-FkKoKSoPnisST4zrN9t8rrL5zXr3Q=&c=j3T4Uu953jlelh27HxSxH_sEUhrVrjuphFRcMsvIcnS1cn1ue8UgdA==&ch=CBh6raxlyrG74elLlJ6Rfvctc7AWM_qvjGa-PF-hdsjnpdqnc6Gxfg==> CT Council on Developmental Disabilities holds meetings on the second Tuesday of odd-numbered months from 10:00am-1:00 pm.

All meetings are held remotely via MS Teams. Email the Director for the link.

Next Meeting: 

Tuesday, March 11, 2025

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Next Meeting: 

Wednesday, February 19, 2025

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DRCT Board of Directors

*    Kathryn DuPree, Board President

*    James Ross, Board Treasurer

*    Lena Esposito, PAC Chair

*    Paul Acker

*    Carrie Amero

*    Andrew Arboe

*    Glynis Gibson

*    Luisa Soboleski

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Black History Month

To commemorate Black History month, here is an excerpt from a blog post written by Dikko Yusuf, originally published on the World Institute on Disability’s website.  

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“Black disabled history is an aspect of Black history, which informs world history. Black History Month is officially celebrated every year in the U.S., Canada, Ireland, and the UK. During this month, we celebrate the achievements of Black leaders throughout history and while many of these leaders also had a disability, that aspect is often minimized or overlooked. Black disabled people are multiply-marginalized, and more prominent awareness of the accomplishments of Black leaders, who are often also disabled, can help drive and inform systems change for the current and future generations of disabled people around the world.” 

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Why Black Disabled History Matters - The Arc

Black history acknowledges the experiences of oppression and marginalization faced by Black people and the systemic racism that Black people continue to face globally. When Black history is hidden, systemic racism continues to be denied by members of the next generation of leaders and decision-makers, and through that denial, the systems remain in place.

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Mental Health Spotlight

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Grants Pass v. Johnson: Impact of SCOTUS Decision and Where We Go From Here

Our panelists discuss the U.S. Supreme Court ruling in City of Grants Pass v. Johnson. When SCOTUS issued its decision in June, it upheld a city ordinance that allows communities to criminalize homelessness.

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Community Engagement

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Community Engagement

Disability Rights Connecticut works with individuals with disabilities, their families, and community partners to understand common goals, priorities, and visions. DRCT staff provides outreach and training to establish and maintain community relationships and implement data-driven strategies to assist people with disabilities who are most in need.

DRCT can provide training, upon request, on issues related to our focus areas. If you believe you, or a group you are a member of, could benefit from training, please contact our Strategic Partnerships Manager, Michael Whilby at 860-856-4158 or  <mailto:Michael.Whilby at DisRightsCT.org> Michael.Whilby at DisRightsCT.org

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In the News

We are monitoring closely the status of the recent (January 28th) directive from the Trump administration to temporarily halt federal grants and loans, including litigation that has been brought surrounding it. DRCT relies heavily on federal support to protect the health, safety, and welfare of people with disabilities in every corner of our state. While there are no immediate plans to suspend operations, we have had to immediately close intake for anything other than referrals and provision of self-advocacy materials and we may be forced to reduce additional services to the community if the funding pause persists.

The services that may be impacted include:

*    Monitoring facilities for abuse and neglect.

*    Investigating fraud, waste, and abuse within the representative payee program, including for seniors who receive social security.

*    Making sure that federal tax dollars designated to help people with disabilities are actually going to those in need.

*    Cutting through bureaucratic delays to help parents of children with disabilities make sure their kids are getting the education and the services they need.

*    Helping people with disabilities get into and stay in the workforce so they don’t need to rely on benefits.

*    Helping people with disabilities access health care services and community-based services needed to avoid institutionalization.

We look forward to continuing to work with our partners in the federal government to ensure people with disabilities remain safe and independent.

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CT sends more special education kids out of district than any other state: 'It can't be the only option'

A recent investigation into High Road, a private special education program, has called attention to how Connecticut educates disabled children.

Read More 

Get Involved

Community First Choice (CFC) Webinar

Community First Choice is an important option under CT’s Medicaid program that provides extensive personal care attendant (PCA) services in the community as needed for activities of daily living or instrumental activities of daily living to avoid institutionalization at Medicaid expense. 

Under the CFC option, there is no individual cost cap based on the alternative cost of nursing home care and there is no limit on the number of slots as there is under several of the home and community-based services waivers (like the PCA and Katie Beckett waivers). Rather, there is a flexible budget for hiring PCAs based on the assessed level of need, assuming the individual meets a nursing home level of care. Even 24-hour care is covered under CFC where medically necessary.

CFC is substantially under-utilized in CT. In addition, DSS does not readily inform consumers that they can get substantially more hours, through an exception process, than the initial assessment by its contracted access agency might produce. Also, the access agencies may also be reluctant to request additional hours which DSS is likely to deny. The required notice of due process is also often lacking when requested exceptions for more hours are denied or not acted upon in a timely way.

A well-attended webinar about CFC, including advocacy tips, was presented by Sheldon Toubman, DRCT’s Litigation Attorney, on December 5th. A PowerPoint from that webinar is available upon request.

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If you have further questions about the CFC program or believe your needs are not being met under it, please feel free to contact Attorney Toubman at:

 <mailto:sheldon.toubman at disrightsct.org> Sheldon.Toubman at DisRightsCT.org or 475-345-3169

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Transition Services Experience Survey

The State Independent Living Center (SILC) has developed a Transition Services Experience survey for students and recent students aged 14 to 27 and parent/guardians.

The Transition Experience survey aims to gather information to improve transition outcomes. The survey results will be presented to the Department of Developmental Services (DDS), Bureau of Rehabilitation Services (BRS), the Connecticut State Department of Education, and transition services providers.

If we want better results for adults with disabilities, we need better results for students. Transition services are critical to moving into a meaningful adult life.

Please take the survey and share it with your contacts and organizations.

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If you have any questions, please contact  <mailto:Transiton at allennee.com> Transiton at allennee.com.

The Centers for Independent Living (CILSs) The Independent Living System in Connecticut consists of the State Independent Living Council (SILC) and five Centers for Independent Living (CILs), which are located throughout the state. The SILC works across CT to promote choice, equal access, opportunity, and full inclusion of people with disabilities into American society's economic, political, social, cultural, and educational mainstream. CILs are community-based, cross-disability, non-profit organizations that are staffed and directed by people with disabilities. They assist individuals of all ages and disabilities in navigating complex service systems and advocate to ensure access to their chosen services and support. Their services are provided at no cost to the individual. Most importantly, CILs are consumer-controlled organizations, meaning they are staffed and managed by a majority of qualified people with disabilities.

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Are You Financially Ineligible for Medicaid/HUSKY C?

Are you:

*    Disabled and receiving monthly SSDI benefits,

*    On Medicare, and 

*    In need of Medicaid but are over the income OR asset limits for HUSKY C? 

If so, we want to hear from you! 

Please contact: Sheldon Toubman, Disability Rights CT, at

 <mailto:sheldon.toubman at disrightsct.org> sheldon.toubman at disrightsct.org or 475-345-3169

HUSKY C is a Medicaid program in Connecticut. It is for low-income people who are disabled, OR people over 65. We are looking for disabled people who can’t get on HUSKY C because they have income or assets that are over the limit.

*    The income limit for HUSKY C is just $1338/month. 

*    By contrast, the Medicaid program for non-disabled, non-elderly people not on Medicare (HUSKY D) has a much higher income limit, currently $1732/month.

*    The asset limit for HUSKY C is $1600/$2400 (single/couple). 

*    By contrast, HUSKY D has no asset limit. 

The income and asset limits for HUSKY C make it very hard for disabled people to get on HUSKY C, or to stay on it and save money for emergencies. Meanwhile, disabled people on Medicare cannot qualify for HUSKY D with its higher limits. (Medicaid covers services that Medicare does not, like home care, vision/dental care, hearing aids, and medical transportation.)

PLEASE REACH OUT if you are disabled, on Medicare and also in need of Medicaid coverage, and you cannot qualify for HUSKY C because you have income between $1234/month and $1732/month, or assets above $1600/$2400!

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¿No Tiene Derecho a Medicaid/HUSKY C?

Usted:

¿Es discapacitado y recibe prestaciones mensuales del SSDI?

¿Tiene Medicare? y 

¿Necesita Medicaid pero supera los límites de ingresos O bienes de HUSKY C? 

¡Si es así, ¡queremos saber de usted! 

Póngase en contacto con Sheldon Toubman, Disability Rights CT, en

sheldon.toubman at disrightsct.org <mailto:sheldon.toubman at disrightsct.org>  o llame at 475-345-3169

HUSKY C es un programa de Medicaid en Connecticut. Es para personas discapacitadas de bajos ingresos, O personas mayores de 65 años. Buscamos a personas discapacitadas que no pueden acceder a HUSKY C porque tienen ingresos o bienes que superan el límite. 

*    El límite de ingresos para HUSKY C es de sólo $1338 /mes. 

*    En cambio, el programa de Medicaid para personas no discapacitadas y no mayores que no tienen Medicare (HUSKY D) tiene un límite de ingresos mucho más alto, actualmente $1,732/mes.

*    El límite de ingresos para HUSKY C es de $1600 / $2400 (soltero/pareja).

*    En cambio, HUSKY D no tiene límite de ingresos.

Los límites de ingresos y bienes de HUSKY C hacen que sea muy difícil para las personas discapacitadas acceder a HUSKY C, o permanecer en él y ahorrar dinero para emergencias. Mientras tanto, las personas discapacitadas que tienen Medicare no pueden optar a HUSKY D con sus límites más altos. (Medicaid cubre servicios que Medicare no cubre, como atención domiciliaria, atención oftalmológica/dental, audífonos y transporte médico).

¡POR FAVOR PÓNGASE EN CONTACTO CON NOSOTROS Si usted es discapacitado, tiene Medicare y también necesita la cobertura de Medicaid, y usted no puede calificar para HUSKY C porque tiene ingresos entre $1234/mes y $1732/mes, o bienes por encima de $1600/$2400!

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Denied Medication under Medicaid/HUSKY for Weight Control?

Are you on Medicaid/HUSKY and your doctor or other health care provider recommended you take a weight control medication? Have you been denied coverage by Medicaid for any of these drugs:

Wegovy

Zepbound

Xenical/Alli (orlistat)

Qsymia

Contrave

Saxenda

   Or, did your doctor say you should have one of these drugs but also tell you Medicaid would not pay for them so not prescribe them for you?           

           If so, for possible assistance please contact:

          Sheldon Toubman, Litigation Attorney, Disability Rights CT, at 

           <mailto:sheldon.toubman at disrightsct.org> sheldon.toubman at disrightsct.org or 475-345-3169

COVID Corner

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Protect Yourself & Get Boosted!

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The Disability Information and Access Line (DIAL) helps people with disabilities access COVID-19 vaccinations and tests. DIAL also provides information about essential services such as transportation, housing support, disability rights, and more.

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The federal government will continue to distribute COVID-19 vaccine to healthcare providers such as retail pharmacies, hospitals, and physician practices. After the Public Health Emergency ends, the federal government will continue to distribute all available vaccines in their inventory, free to U.S. residents, until that inventory is depleted or expires.

To find a vaccine provider near you with COVID-19 vaccines and Flu vaccines, visit:  <https://zjw8oe8ab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001cOMYzV9BXNWOpppPqHj8VJwtHE-iQIwMu4adkOwmjmFTJrA2imSarabA44fxPbQyfgvA1__J9DslVtO8TykYbqKbk0xMb5793zPBp3t1nQm9kepFhMRq50g4XQAhyQDLIviD6EHDH5VWBrbRmJCN2v6Y8ZkiKsCEr4JVR1NHtSk=&c=j3T4Uu953jlelh27HxSxH_sEUhrVrjuphFRcMsvIcnS1cn1ue8UgdA==&ch=CBh6raxlyrG74elLlJ6Rfvctc7AWM_qvjGa-PF-hdsjnpdqnc6Gxfg==> Vaccines.gov 

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