Fiscal Year 2016 Priorities/Objectives Public Input

DRC is seeking public input for our draft 2016 priorities and objectives listed below. Your input into this process ensures that the priorities and goals have an impact on the lives of individuals with disabilities. Please note, these goals are not listed in any prioritized order.

The specific activities and case selection criteria related to each objective will be developed prior to October 1, 2016.

Alternate formats are available upon request.


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* 1. Priority 1 - Accessibility
Objective 1A: Individuals with disabilities will be able to access public and private facilities without barriers.

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* 2. Priority 1 - Accessibility
Objective 1B: Individuals with disabilities will be able to participate in the electoral process without barriers.

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* 3. Priority 1 - Accessibility
Objective 1C: Individuals with disabilities will not be subjected to discrimination in housing.

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* 4. Priority 2 - Community and institutions
Objective 2A: Individuals with disabilities will not be subjected to abuse and/or neglect

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* 5. Priority 2 - Community and Institutions
Objective 2B: Individuals with disabilities will not be subjected to restraint and/or seclusion.

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* 6. Priority 2 - Community and Institutions
Objective 2C: Individuals with disabilities will have an appropriate discharge plan into the community from institutional settings.

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* 7. Priority 2 - Community and Institutions
Objective 2D: Individuals with disabilities will not have their rights deprived as a result of guardianships.

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* 8. Priority 2 - Community and Institutions
Objective 2E: Individuals with disabilities will have access to services and treatment in their community.

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* 9. Priority 3 - Education
Objective 3A: Students will be promptly evaluated and identified as students with disabilities eligible for protection/services under Section 504 and the IDEA and have appropriate educational programs developed.

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* 10. Priority 3 - Education
Objective 3B: Students will have access to positive behavior supports with a goal to eliminate or reduce restraint/seclusion, exclusion, and abuse/neglect.

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* 11. Priority 3 - Education
Objective 3C: Students will have access to educational programs with appropriate health and medical supports that allows for full and safe inclusion in schools.

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* 12. Priority 4 - Employment
Objective 4A: Individuals with disabilities will have access to statewide vocational rehabilitation services.

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* 13. Priority 4 - Employment
Objective 4B: Individuals with disabilities will be free from harassment and retaliation in employment.

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* 14. Priority 4 - Employment
Objective 4C: Individuals with disabilities will receive reasonable accommodations to maintain employment.

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* 15. Priority 4 - Employment
Objective 4D: Individuals with disabilities in Community Rehabilitation Programs will receive supported employment services through Arkansas Rehabilitation Services.

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* 16. Priority 4 - Employment
Objective 4E: Individuals in Community Rehabilitation Programs will understand their rights.

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* 17. Priority 5 - Juvenile Justice
Objective 5A: Youth with disabilities in the juvenile justice system will have improved access to community based treatment in lieu of incarceration.

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* 18. Priority 5 - Juvenile Justice
Objective 5B: Youth with disabilities in the juvenile justice system will be free from abuse/neglect and obtain appropriate services while in detention facilities.

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* 19. Priority 5 - Juvenile Justice
Objective 5C: Youth with disabilities in the juvenile justice system will receive appropriate discharge planning services to ensure success in the community.

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* 20. Priority 6 - Prison/Jails
Objective 6A: Individuals with disabilities in prison/jails will have access to mental health services.

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* 21. Priority 6 - Prison/Jails
Objective 6B: Individuals with disabilities in prison will be able to effectively navigate the grievance process.

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* 22. I identify as a:

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* 23. I live in:

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