NY: Disabilities
NY senior advocates see advantages to dual-use special needs plans
Senior and older adult advocates in New York find certain healthcare plans are helping people get the best bang for their buck. Dual-eligible …
Defensores de los derechos de las personas con discapacidad en NY enfrentan una 'montaña' de barreras
Los defensores de los derechos de las personas con discapacidad en Nueva York están trabajando para romper barreras en numerosas áreas legis…
NY disability rights advocates tackle a mountain of barriers
New York disability rights advocates are working to break barriers in numerous legislative areas, including those in transportation, housing…
New York Senate pushes for more ballot access
Just a week into the legislative session, New York lawmakers are moving to uphold democracy and expand voting rights. The state Senate passed a …
NY disability advocates provide winter weather tips
As winter approaches, New Yorkers with disabilities are preparing to tackle a tough time of the year. One of the biggest challenges is getting …
Defensores de discapacitados en NY dan consejos sobre clima invernal
A medida que se acerca el invierno, los neoyorquinos con discapacidades se preparan para afrontar una época difícil del año. Uno de …
Despite progress, air travel still poses challenges for people with disabilities
Ahead of the holiday season, advocates are calling on Congress to increase disability access in air travel. The Bureau of Transportation Statistics …
NY disability advocates want more accessible polling places
New York disability rights advocates are working to make polling places more accessible. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention finds 25% …
Defensores de discapacitados en NY quieren colegios electorales más accesibles
Defensores de los derechos para las personas con discapacidad en Nueva York trabajan para que los colegios electorales sean más accesibles…
Report: NY can do more for people with complex needs
A recent report found New York State can do more to bolster health care for people with complex needs. The Rockefeller Institute report detailed how …
Informe: Dos tercios de las escuelas de NY no cumplen con la ADA
Según un informe reciente, sólo alrededor del 31% de las escuelas públicas de la ciudad de Nueva York son accesibles para personas con …
Report: Two-Thirds of NYC Schools Not ADA Compliant
A recent report finds only around 31% of New York City public schools are disability accessible. The report, from Advocates for Children of New …