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April ADAPT Challenge!
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Members of Rochester ADAPT will be traveling to Washington, DC, on April 26th
for a week of activism for disability rights. As an incentive for participating
in the “Fun Run” fundraiser, CDR’s Director of Advocacy, Chris Hilderbrant,
has pledged to let his head be shaved if the group raises over $5,000.
Click here to support this effort!
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ILC Funding Video
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While NY’s leaders continue to say that there is not enough money to fund an
Independent Living Center in Ontario County (only $300,000 needed) they have
added $250 Million for a Racino and hundreds of millions for hospitals and
nursing homes. To view a hilarious video explaining how this all works, follow
the link to our YouTube video.
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Silent Auction a Success!
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On March 28, 2008 The Nuptial Network of Rochester held a silent auction at Shadow Lake Golf
and Tennis Club to benefit the Center for Disability Rights. The event was attended by many
supports of CDR, local celebrities and brides and grooms to be. Everyone that attended had a
fun time and enjoyed food, bidding on auction items and live entertainment. Click the link
below to see some pictures of the event.
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David Paterson to become New York's First Blind Governor!
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The Center for Disability Rights is proud that our new Governor is the first in our
nation to be legally blind. We look forward to working with Governor Paterson and his
administration to resolve the barriers that our people face everyday.
Read more at the
Democrat and Chronicle Website
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Legislation Day 2008
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When it comes to having a voice in government, you could not have picked a better day to state it.
Fourteen CDR & RCIL staff and volunteers traveled to Albany for Legislative Day with
New York Association on Independent Living (NYAIL). Our group represented a variety of disabilities
such as spinal cord injuries, hard of hearing, deaf, blind, mental health, and brain injury ...
More Info ...
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NYS Division of the Budget Hearing
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On November 17th 2007, committee members of the New York State Division of the Budget
held a hearing to get ideas from the public on what the Governor’s budget should
look like. The hearing was held on the University of Rochester campus.
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CDR awarded funding through the Developmental Disabilities Planning Council to conduct regional trainings
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The Center for Disability Rights was awarded funding through the Developmental
Disabilities Planning Council to conduct regional trainings for Independent Living
Centers, NYS Ombudsman, Regional Resource Development Centers and the NYS Office of
Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities.
Please visit our forum for more information!
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CDR Cross-Systems Training Forum
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Freedom Tour Stops in Rochester!
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National Disability leaders are visiting Rochester as part
of their year-long tour across the nation to restore the
intent and power of the Americans with Disabilities Act!
Events to include Press Conference with Mayor Duffy, Community Meeting,
and a multimedia presentation of the history of the disability rights movement.
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Rochester ADAPT Takes On RGRTA
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On August 2, 2007, the RGRTA Board voted to go ahead with plans to expand
Lift Line service for an average cost of $8.50 for a one way ride! ADAPT
members and angry Lift Line riders were there to tell them “it costs too much!”.
Read on to see what happened during the meeting and how it could effect you.
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ADA Celebration Dinner!
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Join us to celebrate the 17th Anniversary of the signing of the ADA!
Join us as we celebrate the 17th Anniversary of the Signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Guest speaker Mark Zupan, actor and star of Murderball will be
joining us! The day will kick off with a Wheelchair Rugby Clinic, hosted by Mark, and will proceed
to a dinner commemorating the ADA. This is sure to be memorable for all who attend.
Please RSVP as soon as possible!
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ADVENTURE!
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Outdoor Exposure - The Integrated Disability Adventure Program!
No Experience Necessary! All Equipment Provided! Here's your chance to enjoy Scuba Diving,
Kayaking and Horseback Riding, all in a fun, safe, group environment. You will
experience the joy of accomplishment and the fun of learning while working in an integrated, supportive
team of people from the community. No worries about lack of experience or about having to buy expensive
equipment. Try something cool or perhaps push yourself to do something you're a little nervous about!
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A CLOSER LOOK!
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CDR's Analysis of Governor Spitzer's 2007-2008 Executive Budget
The Center for Disability Rights has released its analysis and response to New York State Governor Eliot
Spitzer's proposed 2007-2008 Executive Budget. While CDR praises the Governor for several initiatives to
shift long term care Medicaid spending away from costly institutions and into community-based settings, several
significant problems were also recognized. All-in-all, however, this budget is acknowledged to be much better
than any other budget proposed by the previous administration. Click below to read CDR's Full Analysis.
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UPCOMING EVENTS!
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Empire State Association of the Deaf Holds Its 66th Biannual Conference
The first of the 2007 Conferences will be held in Rochester, NY, March 30th to April 1st. ESAD has been an
affiliate member of the National Association of the Deaf (NAD) since 1941. Each organization promotes, protects,
and preserves the rights and quality of life for deaf and hard of hearing individuals in the USA. The Conference will
have interesting Workshops and The Pageant Competition. Topics include: Emergency Preparedness; Government
Council for the Deaf; Licensure for Interpreters in NY; The Current State of Captioning on TV and in the Movies.
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PROVING A POINT!
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Rochester's Mayor and His Staff Learn That Wheelchairs and Snow Don't Mix!
Last year, City of Rochester Mayor Robert Duffy promised the Disability Community that he would
personally get into a wheelchair and travel along Rochester's snowy sidewalks in order to learn how
the city might better serve the needs of the disabled. On February 7, 2007, Disability Rights Advocates
held the Mayor to his promise. With media cameras rolling and reporters ready, see how the Mayor
and his staff got schooled with some hands-on (or in this case, "wheels-on"), real-life education!
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HAPPY HOLIDAYS!
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A Very Festive Holiday Celebration!
On Friday December 15, 2006, CDR held its Annual Holiday Celebration at the Holiday Inn on
Brooks Avenue next to the airport. This fabulous night was attended by many children and adults all
bedecked in Holiday Fashion. Spirits were high and people enjoyed great food, songs, games,
toys, and a visit from Santa, as well as a raffle that raised a record amount for CDR's
Recreation Program. Take a look at the happy faces by clicking below.
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DISABILITY VOTE!
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CDR/RCIL Candidate Forum on Disability, October 24, 2006
Approximately 75 people assembled for the Center for Disability Rights/Regional Center for
Independent Living Annual Candidate Forum on Disability at the Center for Disability Rights.
Representatives for various candidates spoke and answered questions, and then mingled with those
in attendence to further explain their platforms and to address individual concerns.
A sign language interpreter and accessible materials were provided.
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RECENT EVENTS!
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Rochester ADAPT Confronts Congressman Randy Kuhl
On September 22, 2006, Vice President Dick Cheney attended a fundraiser at the Rochester Riverside Convention
Center on behalf of Congressman Randy Kuhl. While Kuhl's campaign collected $150 for everyone who attended
the dinner, with an additional $1,500 per person being paid by everyone who wanted their picture taken with the
Vice President, ADAPT was there to insist that Kuhl stop ignoring the voice of the disabled by his refusal to
sign on as a cosponsor of MiCASSA. Kuhl must commit both now and in the future to FREE OUR PEOPLE!
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ADAPT in Washington, DC!
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ADAPT Converges On Washington, DC, September 2006
Rochester ADAPT joined National ADAPT in Washington, DC to lift up the voices of the disabled. Descending
upon the annual conference of the Public Housing Authority Director's Association (PHADA), ADAPT demanded
a meeting with its Executive Director. ADAPT also met with representatives from the Conference of Catholic
Bishops, secured a future meeting with the American Association of Health Plans, marched on Capitol Hill, met
with representatives from HUD, and crammed themselves into the Republican National Committee Headquarters.
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Not Dead Yet in Albany!
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Disability Advocates Join Not Dead Yet in Albany, New York
The morning of July 13th, 2006 started with a consistent wet rain drizzle covering the
City of Albany, New York. To support "Not Dead Yet", a busload of Rochester
activists traveled to the state's capital to make their voices heard at the Alden March
Bioethics Conference being held at the Crowne Plaza Hotel. They were joined by others
from Binghamton, Albany, and the Chicago area. Click below for photos and more!
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IN WITH THE NEW!
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The Center For Disability Rights Celebrates Its New Building
CDR held the Grand Opening and Dedication of their new home on June 14, 2006. CDR Board
President Robert DeFelice acknowledged the unification of the Disability Rights Services Community through the new
affiliation of CDR and the Regional Center for Independent Living (RCIL), who will also be sharing
the building. Inspirational messages were given by CDR's Executive Director, Bruce Darling, along with Chris Hilderbrant,
Director of Advocacy, and City of Rochester Mayor Robert Duffy, who praised CDR for its efforts.
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ADAPT in Nashville!
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ADAPT in Nashville, Tennessee!
On Friday, March 17, 2006, 31 people boarded a bus at the Center for Disability Rights in Rochester, NY,
and headed for Nashville. Many ADAPT members will be providing testimony about how the institutional bias
of long-term care has affected their lives. Several dozen ADAPTers will tell their own stories of how they
escaped from an institution in order to live life in the community. Check the Calendar for information
regarding CDR's winter BBQ on March 30th and the ADAPT meeting on April 6th to hear stories from the trip.
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DOMESTIC VIOLENCE!
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Individuals With Disabilities Are Often the Victims of Domestic Violence
Persons with Disabilities that are also Domestic Violence Victims have been misunderstood,
forgotten, or extremely underserved for years. Research to date suggests that Persons with
Disabilities experience domestic violence, abuse, sexual assault and stalking at higher or
similar rates than non-disabled women. Please click on the following link for more
information regarding Individuals with Disabilities and Domestic Violence.
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LEGISLATIVE ACTION CENTER
Advocate on disability issues by contacting legislators and key governmental officials, sign up to receive Disability Rights Action Alerts, review important disability-related legislation, contact the media, or register to vote!
Legislative Action Center...
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