Veterans, Concerts, Breathing, Independence
Mary Faithfull, Executive Director This past February marked my 26th year with Disability Rights Texas (DRTx), with 13 years as executive director. And as we approach the end of another 12 months, I...
View ArticleAfter 16 Years, Lawsuit Affecting Children Receiving Medicaid Concludes
Mary Faithfull, Executive Director In 1999, DRTx attorneys filed a class action lawsuit in the U.S. District Court in Tyler on behalf of eight children and other Medicaid beneficiaries under 21 years...
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People Hospitalized for COVID-19 Face It Alone, But What About People with...
Most people must face a hospital visit for COVID-19 without support from a family member or friend due to state guidance to hospitals on preventing spread. But what about a person with a disability who...
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Governor Responds to DRTx Letter About Support for Hospitalized People with...
People with Disabilities Anticipating Hospitalization Should Consider Preparing Supported Decision Making Agreement By Richard LaVallo, DRTx Legal Director On April 17, 2020, DRTx sent a letter to the...
View ArticleFederal Complaint says New Emergency Rule Illegally Denies Support for People...
Urgent Complaint filed by Disability Rights Texas and Others Requests Immediate Investigation Earlier this week, Disability Rights Texas and 14 other organizations and individuals filed a complaint...
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