Weekly Disability Reading List

North Country Center for Independence
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Links to three disability-related articles shared last week on NCCI social media. Remember that you can always visit NCCI on Facebook and Twitter at the following links:

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New content is posted every day.

AAPD Letter to to Prohibit Discrimination during Medical Rationing
American Association of People with Disabilities - April 17, 2020

“Over 400 Organizations Urge Department of Health and Human Services to Issue Guidance to Prohibit Discrimination during Medical Rationing.”

What in the World is Going On? | Informing Families
InformingFamilies.org

Another set of “plain language” guides to COVID-19 written for people with intellectual disabilities.

Autistic People are Taking Back Autism “Awareness.” It’s About Acceptance.
Alaina Leary, Rooted in Rights - April 17, 2020

Rethinking “Autism Awareness Month.”

Weekly Featured Video … On NCCI’s home page: www.nccii-online.com
“WALKING” MY PUG, BETTIE - COVID-19 LOCKDOWN - YouTube

From a disability YouTuber in the United Kingdom. It’s informative, but also adorable. Enjoy!

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COVID-19 Guidance for the Authorization of Community Based Long-Term Services and Supports Covered by Medicaid

Social Security Measures During the COVID-19 Pandemic