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| Site last updated on
July 2, 2009 |
OLRS Commissioners' meeting rescheduled: The OLRS Commission will meet on Monday, July 13, 2009, at the offices of the Ohio Legal Rights Service. For further information, contact OLRS. (July 2)
| Budget Watch |
| Updates on Ohio's budget process in regard to social services issues. |
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Coalition for Healthy Communities calls for leadership on state budget. (PDF file) (July 2) Campaign to Protect Ohio launches radio ad campaign calling Ohio leaders to raise revenues (PDF file) (July 1) Ohio budget crisis forces food banks to scramble (June 30, Dayton Daily News) Advocates stage protest at Ohio Statehouse (June 30) Mental health cuts criticized (June 30, The Marion Star) ADAMH sues state over funding formula (June 30, Columbus Dispatch) Cuts to Cuyahoga County's mental health funding will cost more in the long run (June 28, The Plain Dealer) Dayton mom gives face to state budget cut fears (June 28, Dayton Daily News) |
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Preliminary approval in Doe v. State of Ohio lawsuit: The partial Settlement in Doe, the class action filed by OLRS, establishes procedures for the Ohio Department of Education to implement the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act and protect the rights of students with disabilities. Read more: Federal Judge Gives Preliminary Approval of Consent Order in Partial Settlement of Doe v. State of Ohio Class Action Education Lawsuit (July 2)
Ohio Poverty Law Center: The Ohio Poverty Law Center will now serve as the state support center at the Ohio State Legal Services Association. Read more: OSLSA introduces the Ohio Poverty Law Center (July 1)
Advocates protest at Statehouse: Advocates joined together and staged a day-long protest at the Ohio Statehouse on Tuesday, June 30. Read more: Advocates stage protest at Ohio Statehouse (July 1)
Community integration reports: The Ohio Council for Home Care releases a report on long-term care costs and the Bazelon Center reports on the lack of progress in implementing the Olmstead decision. Read more: Reports provide updates on long-term care and community integration (June 26)
SSA hiring initiative: The Social Security Administration (SSA) launched an employment initiative to recruit and hire people with disabilities with an emphasis on those with severe disabilities. Read more: Social Security Administration is recruiting and hiring people with disabilities (June 25)
OLRS Voter Alert: To vote in the upcoming August 4 special election, you must be registered to vote by Monday, July 6. Read more: Voter registration deadline is Monday, July 6 (June 18)
Restraint and seclusion: Read the latest news about changes and actions in restraint and seclusion procedures in Ohio.
Notice: Due to the high volume of requests for representation in special education matters and pending litigation, OLRS is temporarily suspending new special education cases until further notice. Please refer to the Special Education section of the OLRS Web site for special education information and resources.
Veterans can attend Ohio Wesleyan University tuition free (June 30)
More people with disabilities than ever voted in 2008 presidential election (June 30)
Department of Health and Human Services rescinds several Medicaid regulations (June 29)
Transportation department will improve transit options for people with disabilities (June 29)
More latest disability-related news
What's New in Ohio Health Policy? Toledo Forum (July 8, Toledo)
ADA Update: 19 Years Later (July 21, audio session)
Developing Successful Employment Opportunities - A Forum for Ohioans with Disabilities (August 18, Columbus)
The Ohio Legal Rights Service (OLRS) is an independent state agency and the federally and state designated Protection and Advocacy system and Client Assistance Program for people with disabilities in the State of Ohio. The mission of OLRS is to protect and advocate, in partnership with people with disabilities, for their human, civil and legal rights. Learn more about OLRS' services and programs and OLRS' priorities.
OLRS provides information about advocating for the rights of people with disabilities through the agency's publications and advocacy resources. OLRS also offers advocacy services that are free and confidential. Services range from information and referral, to mediation and negotiation, to legal advocacy. If you are having problems that are related to you or your family member's disability, OLRS may be able to help. To learn more, refer to Need our Help?.
Ohio Legal Rights Service
50 West Broad Street, Suite 1400
Columbus, Ohio 43215-5923
Phone: 614-466-7264 or 1-800-282-9181 (toll-free in Ohio only)
TTY: 614-728-2553 or 1-800-858-3542
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Case files and other client based information at OLRS are confidential under both state and federal law. Client communication with OLRS, including an initial request for services, is privileged as if between attorney and client or pursuant to statute and rule governing the Ombudsman section of OLRS.
Other information that records the agency's activities, such as fiscal matters, may be subject to disclosure under the Ohio Public Records Act. See the OLRS Privacy Policy/Disclaimer Statement for more information.
The information provided on this Web site is not a substitute for legal advice. You should consult with a lawyer concerning your rights in a specific case. Contact your local bar association or visit the Ohio State Bar Association Web site to find a lawyer in your area.
Ohio Legal Rights Service is authorized and funded to provide services by, and manages this Web site with funds through, the following State and federal laws: Ohio Revised Code section 5123.60; Developmental Disabilities Assistance and Bill of Rights Act (DD Act), Public Law 88-164, 42 USC 6000 et seq., administered by the Administration for Children and Families; Protection and Advocacy for Individuals with Mental Illness (PAIMI) Act, Public Law 99-319, 42 USC 10801 et seq., administered by the Center for Mental Health Services of the U.S. Department of Human Services; and Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended, Public Law 93-112, 42 USC 701 et seq., administered by the Office of Education Services and the Rehabilitation Services Administration of the U.S. Department of Education.
Ohio Legal Rights Service does not discriminate in provision of service or employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, military service, disability, or age.