Author: Beth Potter
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The Olmstead Decision and Why It Matters
On June 22, 1999, the US Supreme Court held in Olmstead v. L.C. (Olmstead) that unjustified segregation of persons with disabilities constitutes discrimination in violation of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act. This session will provide an overview of Olmstead, including Kentucky’s Olmstead Compliance Plan. Participants will learn how Kentucky’s plan reflects the…
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Parenting a Child with a Disability
This lecture focuses on the experiences of parenting a child with Down Syndrome from the moment of diagnosis to the first day on the job as an adult. We identify important milestones including, but not limited to, rebuilding dreams after diagnosis, developmental milestones through early intervention, preparing for school, cultivating healthy sibling relationships, promoting community…
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Early Childhood: Learn the Signs. Act Early
This lecture provides an overview of the Center for Disease Control’s “Learn the Signs. Act Early” campaign, which addresses the early identification of children with autism and other developmental disabilities so that children and families can access the services and support they need. Christine Hausman
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How to use the UK Accessibility Map
Read a PDF about how to use the University of Kentucky’s accessibility map.
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Empower Kentuckians with disabilities this One Day for UK
One Day for UK is April 19th, 2023. One Day for UK is a 24-hour day of giving where alumni, faculty, staff, parents, friends and fans can support their favorite college, cause or area. It is a day to celebrate the University of Kentucky’s achievements and to ensure the university’s future success. What is the…
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New HDI project to use Universal Design to create inclusive student environments
Over the past several years, the mental health of students has declined. According to the CDC, the pandemic saw mental health concerns reach a crisis level. Suicide is the second-leading cause of death in youth aged 10–24. Mental health emergency visits increased 31% in youth aged 12–15 from 2019–2020. Anxiety and depression rates in youth…
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Kentucky Employment First welcomes Katie Wolf Whaley as new Council Chair
On December 2nd, 2022, Kentucky welcomed Katie Wolf Whaley as the new chair of Kentucky’s Employment First Council. Employment First practices the idea that competitive integrated employment should be considered the first and primary option for people with disabilities who are eligible and desire to be employed. Simply put, it is the idea that…