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Patricia Dudek
Michigan
I am a passionate advocate for folks with disabilities and elders
Interests: Sports: Go Spartans! Movies: Love all the Harry Potter fantasies. Books: Fiction as an escape from work,
Favorite websites: Acronym Finder http://www.timegoesby.net/, Angela Carson Photography http://www.angelacarson.com/, Carl Hiaasen http://www.carlhiaasen.com/index.shtml, Collision Six http://www.myspace.com/collisionsix,
National Association of Baby Boomer Women http://www.nabbw.com/index.php,
Tax Girl
http://www.taxgirl.com/,
Time Goes By
http://www.timegoesby.net/, Customer Service Details for Companies A-Z http://gethuman.com/customer-service.html, Family Travel Gear http://familytravelgear.com/, Stuck on My Story http://www.stuckonmystory.com/, Wine Lovers Page http://www.wineloverspage.com/
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https://www.forbes.com/sites/josipamajic/2024/07/22/the-longevity-revolution-financial-trends-and-opportunities-in-an-aging-world/ Continue reading
Reblogged Jul 22, 2024 at Patti's Blog - Advocate for Elders, People with Disabilities and Their Families
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Medicaid Patients Are Losing Their Doctors Because of Costs - Newsweek
Medicaid patients are losing their doctors as the federal government lowers reimbursement rates for health care providers. Doctors have a choice in which health insurance they accept, and not all of them opt into the government-run Medicaid and Medicare, which... Continue reading
Reblogged Jul 22, 2024 at Patti's Blog - Advocate for Elders, People with Disabilities and Their Families
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Michigan officials deny claims it failed students with disabilities during COVID
Sign up for Chalkbeat Detroit’s free daily newsletter to keep up with the city’s public school system and Michigan education policy. This story also appeared in Chalkbeat Detroit Michigan education officials this month asked the U.S. Department of Education to... Continue reading
Reblogged Jul 22, 2024 at Patti's Blog - Advocate for Elders, People with Disabilities and Their Families
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Will paying for long-term care affect inheritance planning? | The Herald
Many of us find it hard to think about ourselves or our parents needing help as we get older, and when we do start to think about it – perhaps in our 50s or 60s, the cost implications can make... Continue reading
Reblogged Jul 22, 2024 at Patti's Blog - Advocate for Elders, People with Disabilities and Their Families
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MDHHS and five Michigan universities launch new initiative to build child welfare workforce, help keep kids safe
Stipends provided to social workers who commit to under-resourced communities LANSING, Mich. - To help increase the number of child welfare workers and keep kids safe, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is partnering with five public... Continue reading
Reblogged Jul 22, 2024 at Patti's Blog - Advocate for Elders, People with Disabilities and Their Families
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Discrimination complaints involving schools are at a record high : NPR
Sam is a bespectacled 6-year-old with a winning smile and a penchant for dinosaurs, as evidenced by the roaring Tyrannosaurus rex on the back of his favorite shirt. “He loves anything big, and powerful, and scary,” says his mother, Tabitha.... Continue reading
Reblogged Jul 22, 2024 at Patti's Blog - Advocate for Elders, People with Disabilities and Their Families
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A dyslexic superhero’s real alter ego, and a prolific Wisconsin author reaches a milestone birthday - WPRMenuCloseWisconsin Public Radio (WPR) LogoWisconsin Public Radio (WPR) LogoDonate IconSearch IconWisconsin Public Radio (WPR) LogoWisconsin Public R
A dyslexic superhero’s real alter ego, and a prolific Wisconsin author reaches a milestone birthday Air Date: Jul 22 2024 Heard On The Larry Meiller Show A pair of tutoring sessions take place at Dyslexia Reading Connection on Wednesday, March... Continue reading
Reblogged Jul 22, 2024 at Patti's Blog - Advocate for Elders, People with Disabilities and Their Families
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Update Your Browser
Update Your BrowserYou’re using a web browser that isn’t supported by Facebook.To get a better experience, go to one of these sites and get the latest version of your preferred browser:Google ChromeMozilla Firefox via www.facebook.com Continue reading
Reblogged Jul 19, 2024 at Patti's Blog - Advocate for Elders, People with Disabilities and Their Families
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Bruce Darling Explores the Journey to Disability Freedom | The American Reporter
Disability freedom encapsulates the principles of independence for individuals with disabilities, emphasizing their right to live without barriers. This concept is an integral part of the human rights framework. Bruce Darling, co-founder, President, and CEO of the Center for Disability... Continue reading
Reblogged Jul 15, 2024 at Patti's Blog - Advocate for Elders, People with Disabilities and Their Families
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Reblogged Jul 15, 2024 at Patti's Blog - Advocate for Elders, People with Disabilities and Their Families
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Detroit celebrates Disability Pride Month
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Reblogged Jul 15, 2024 at Patti's Blog - Advocate for Elders, People with Disabilities and Their Families
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How to Find a Good, Well-Staffed Nursing Home - The New York Times
Here are the telltale signs to look for in nursing homes to avoid, and resources that can point to better places. Few people want to go into a nursing home, but doing so can be the right choice if you... Continue reading
Reblogged Jul 12, 2024 at Patti's Blog - Advocate for Elders, People with Disabilities and Their Families
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Disability advocates fight for their right to join the workforce
Alexis Smith has decided that being diagnosed with cerebral palsy will not get in the way of her goal to become a journalist. Still, Smith acknowledges there are obstacles, but she's working so that she -- and others -- will... Continue reading
Reblogged Jul 11, 2024 at Patti's Blog - Advocate for Elders, People with Disabilities and Their Families
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DOJ says Missouri violated ADA by unnecessarily institutionalizing adults with mental health disabilities – Newstalk KZRG
The Justice Department announced its findings that the State of Missouri violated Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) by unnecessarily institutionalizing adults with mental health disabilities in nursing facilities. The investigation also examined the role of guardianships... Continue reading
Reblogged Jul 11, 2024 at Patti's Blog - Advocate for Elders, People with Disabilities and Their Families
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Microsoft Settles Allegations Of Disability Leave Discrimination - Disability Scoop
Microsoft will pay a $14.4-million settlement after California’s Civil Rights Department accused the company of retaliation and discrimination against workers who take parental or disability leave, or leave to take care of a family member. Workers at Microsoft in California... Continue reading
Reblogged Jul 9, 2024 at Patti's Blog - Advocate for Elders, People with Disabilities and Their Families
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Medicaid For Millions In America Hinges On Systems Plagued By Errors - Disability Scoop
Deloitte, a global consultancy that reported revenue last year of $65 billion, pulls in billions of dollars from states and the federal government for supplying technology it says will modernize Medicaid. The company promotes itself as the industry leader in... Continue reading
Reblogged Jul 9, 2024 at Patti's Blog - Advocate for Elders, People with Disabilities and Their Families
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Study Warns Against Too Much Autism Intervention - Disability Scoop
When it comes to autism intervention, new research suggests that more may not always be better. It’s often recommended that children diagnosed with autism receive 20 to 40 hours per week of intensive interventions, which can include behavioral or developmental... Continue reading
Reblogged Jul 9, 2024 at Patti's Blog - Advocate for Elders, People with Disabilities and Their Families
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Supreme Court Ruling May Upend Disability Rights Protections, Advocates Fear - Disability Scoop
Countless federal regulations ensuring the rights of people with disabilities to everything from health care to community living could face legal challenges after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned a 40-year-old precedent. In a ruling issued late last month, the high... Continue reading
Reblogged Jul 9, 2024 at Patti's Blog - Advocate for Elders, People with Disabilities and Their Families
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ARC Director Peggy Fakler steps down after 30 years
HOLLAND — As June drew to a close, Advocacy and Resource Center of Ottawa County Executive Director Peggy Fakler sat behind her desk, surrounded by stacks of paper and checklists. They represented the end of a three-decade career with ARC.... Continue reading
Reblogged Jul 9, 2024 at Patti's Blog - Advocate for Elders, People with Disabilities and Their Families
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Why We’re Speaking Up for Parents of Children with Intellectual DisabilitiesB02307A8-FFCB-477F-888E-4C58EAD89C2E9400A84E-FF86-46B0-88D5-EC202DB3E17B
On the surface, we may look like we walk very different paths. Tony Snell is a professional basketball player and nine-year NBA veteran. Tim Shriver is Chairman of the Special Olympics Board of Directors. Today, we're joining our voices as... Continue reading
Reblogged Jul 9, 2024 at Patti's Blog - Advocate for Elders, People with Disabilities and Their Families
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Local teacher reflects on how American with Disabilities Act impacted her life
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Reblogged Jul 9, 2024 at Patti's Blog - Advocate for Elders, People with Disabilities and Their Families
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More Than 340,000 Americans Kicked Off Medicaid - Newsweek
More than 340,000 Americans lost access to Medicaid in May, new data from health policy research organization KFF found. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Medicaid recipients were offered health care with "continuous coverage," so no one was dropped from the government... Continue reading
Reblogged Jul 9, 2024 at Patti's Blog - Advocate for Elders, People with Disabilities and Their Families
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Opinion | To Protect Landmark Victories for Disability Rights, Fund Community Care | Common Dreams
This past June 22 marked 25 years since the Supreme Court ruled in the landmark case Olmstead v. L.C. that individuals with disabilities have the right to live in their communities and in the most integrated setting possible. From Your... Continue reading
Reblogged Jul 9, 2024 at Patti's Blog - Advocate for Elders, People with Disabilities and Their Families
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Statement on The Economist's Ableist Cover - NDRN
The cover of the July 6th issue of The Economist shows a walker with the seal of the President of the United States affixed to the front. Next to it are the words, “No Way to Run a Country.” Whatever... Continue reading
Reblogged Jul 8, 2024 at Patti's Blog - Advocate for Elders, People with Disabilities and Their Families
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U.S. Adaptive Open continuing to evolve. Here are 5 things to know
It’s a busy week in big-time tournament golf: the stars of the women’s game are playing a major at the Evian Championship in France; the best male players will be tuning up for the Open Championship at the Scottish Open,... Continue reading
Reblogged Jul 8, 2024 at Patti's Blog - Advocate for Elders, People with Disabilities and Their Families
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