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National Disability Rights Network Releases Shocking Report on Seclusion and Restraint in U.S. Schools
The National Disability Rights Network (NDRN) has released a report on seclusion and restraint in schools.
The report is a compilation of cases outlined by NDRN's 57-member network of protection and advocacy (P&As) systems nationwide. The report details deaths and physical and emotional injuries inflicted on students ranging from kindergarten to high school from schools across the country. It also outlines inconsistent state laws, lack of training for teachers and virtually no government oversight or investigation of the issue.
WVA's newsletter, the Adovcare's Summer 2008 edition is available.
WVA has published the Summer 2008 Edition Advocare. Click here to read the newsletter in HTML or Click here for the newsletter in Adobe PDF
"Funds for YOU" from the TB/SCI Rehabilitation Fund Board
The TB/SCI Rehabilitation Fund Board is soliciting applications for its "Funds for YOU" program. "Funds for YOU" are available for individuals with traumatic brain injury. For more information, please download the "Funds for YOU" brochure in .pdf, or call (877) 724-8244.
WVA's FY 2007 Annual Report - March 21, 2008
WVA has published its Fiscal Year 2007 Annual Report. Click here to read the report in HTML or Click here for the report in Adobe PDF