We Want to Hear from You! PUBLIC COMMENTS – SAMHSA/CMHS invites you to send comments about the PAIMI Program services and activities conducted by Disability Rights Rhode Island.
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Settlement Reached in ADA Complaint Filed by Disability Rights Rhode Island: $30,000 in Compensation, Revised Practices and Training at Elmhurst Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
Settlement Reached in ADA Complaint Filed by Disability Rights Rhode Island: $30,000 in Compensation, Revised Practices and Training at Elmhurst Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
UPDATE: Consent Decree – Monitor Report
DRRI continues to be involved in monitoring compliance with the Consent Decree.
DRRI Statement on the Death of Charlene Liberty
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE05.11.2022 Charlene Liberty was a client of Disability Rights Rhode Island and the lead plaintiff in the class action lawsuit, Liberty v. Rhode Island Department of Corrections. But, more importantly, she was a mother to Breanna, a daughter to Mary and George, and a sister to Elisha, George,
Statement regarding RIDE’s proposed readiness-based graduation requirements
Statement from RIPIN, Disability Rights Rhode Island, Parent Support Network of Rhode Island, Rhode Island Developmental Disabilities Council, The Paul V. Sherlock Center on Disabilities, and The Autism Project on RIDE’s proposed readiness-based graduation requirements
News Release: CVS Court Case
GROUPS APPLAUD CVS FOR WITHDRAWING U.S. SUPREME COURT PETITION THAT THREATENED THE RIGHTS OF INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES The ACLU of Rhode Island and Disability Rights Rhode Island today applauded Woonsocket-based CVS for withdrawing its petition in a pending U.S. Supreme Court case that the groups said could have turned back
RSVP For SDM Webinars with Jonathan Martinis
We are proud to partner with Jonathan Martinis in offering five dynamic webinars on the practical application of Supported Decision-Making. Our series begins on Thursday, October 28 at 6:00 pm. Each session will be 90 minutes. All sessions are free and offer direct access to Mr. Martinis via live questions
Save the Dates! DRRI presents Supported Decision Making Webinar Series with Jonathan Martinis
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We want to hear from you!
Each year, Disability Rights Rhode Island (DRRI) seeks public input regarding our Focus Areas. Please take a moment to fill out the brief 3-question survey below. We appreciate your assistance in our efforts to identify and focus on advocacy services that will enable people with disabilities to live independent, productive
DRRI Seeks Individuals Entitled to Compensatory Educational Services
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