Don’t miss this fabulous evening of conversation with “Sitting Pretty” author and teacher Rebekah Taussig, PhD and creative writer and founder of “This Body is Worthy” project, Hannah Soyer, as part of the 2021 Paper Plains Literary Festival hosted by the Lawrence Public Library in partnership with Independence, Inc. and the Raven Book Store, Lawrence, KS. Wednesday, April 21, 2021 …
If you’re frustrated about your regular or PUA unemployment compensation and application processing, you’re not alone! The Kansas Department of Labor just released a new information sheet with frequently asked questions, answers, resources and links. Access the document here
Desktop Resource: Quick Reference Guide to all Disability Rights Laws in the U.S. This fabulous resource includes a summary, website and contact information for every Disability Rights Law in the United States! Fabulous information at your fingertips! View/Download the Guide Here Access the Guide on the Web
All are welcome and encouraged to go get tested! A new WellHealth COVID testing site is opening up February 2 in Lawrence at the South Iowa Street Walmart. No insurance, no ID and no symptoms or exposure are required. You don’t even need an appointment! Walk-ups are welcome! For more information, read the Journal-World article here
Our building will be closed Thursday, January 21 through Monday, January 25. Staff will be working from home these days and can still be reached by phone or email. Our Equipment Loan Bank will be closed as well until Monday. Staff will return the office as usual on Tuesday, January 26. Please see our contact us page to reach staff …
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has issued an updated and expanded technical assistance publication addressing questions arising under the Federal Equal Employment Opportunity Laws related to the COVID-19 pandemic. “The publication, “What You Should Know About COVID-19 and the ADA, the Rehabilitation Act, and Other EEO Laws,” now includes a new section providing information to employers and employees …
►What’s Next After the Caucus? Take Your Advocacy Skills to the Next Level! The 2020 Kansas Disability Caucus was such a success, the board is offering a series of online advocacy trainings in January 2021 as a follow-up. Information and registration can be found in the 2021 Caucus Zoom Training Informational Flyer !!Register Now!!
ALLIANCE FOR A HEALTHY KANSAS: NEW LEGISLATIVE LEADERS MEANS ACTION IS NEEDED [12/10/21] With the 2021 Legislative Session just around the corner, advocacy is needed to make sure the new leaders prioritize Medicaid Expansion as they set the tone and agenda for the new session. Read more… Interactive Map: Status of Medicaid Expansion Decisions by State Take Action
What, if anything, would influence your decision whether or not to take a COVID-19 vaccine once it’s available? Lawrence-Douglas County Public Health is surveying the community and YOUR voice matters! Douglas County residents 18 and older are encouraged to complete this survey with the goal of understanding the willingness of adults in the community to receive an FDA-approved COVID-19 vaccine …
Struggling to Pay Rent Due to COVID? The Kansas Eviction Prevention Program (KEPP) is a CARES Act funded program run by the Kansas Housing Resources Corporation to provide rental assistance to households behind on rent due to the COVID-19 Pandemic. This is a joint application process between tenant and landlord and if approved, the landlord receives the funds directly from …
