January, 2000, Issue VOLUME 6, NUMBER 2 Health plan a mixed bag for Oregonians with disabilities Health plan gets high marks from many, but people with special needs report problems. Special education complaint process topic of forum Community Partnerships and Families as Leaders sponsored a forum on November 13 in Portland... EDITOR'S NOTE The Oregon Health Plan: Adventure in Limboland! I squinted across the counter as Molly's doctor filled out a durable medical equipment (DME) request. ATE study recommendations stir lively debate Last March the office of Oregon Developmental Disability Services (ODDS) commissioned a study of Alternatives to Employment (ATE) services. LETTER TO THE EDITOR Oregon's empty words Forest Grove reader questions state's image as national leader. ORA honored for Advocacy Tim Kral, Executive Director, and Jeanne Olson-Myers, Legislative Committee Chair, accepted the Charles Cannefax Award for Legislative Advocacy..... Medically fragile families fight for state support Oregon families of medically fragile children living at home often face overwhelming health care challenges. ASK THE OREGON ADVOCACY CENTER Questions and answers about the Oregon Health Plan. Multi-sensory Center opens for community use Oregon Industries for the Blind unveils new center. Child care training offered The Oregon Health Division is offering five regional training conferences... New loan program for assistive technology The Technology Access for Life Needs (TALN) Project has established a loan program... DD Council seeks members Individuals from rural and multicultural communities sought. IDEA seminars offered statewide "IDEA: From Law to Practice" is a full day training for parents, administrators, special educators, and general eduation teachers. State Advisory Council for Special Education invites input The State Advisory Council for Special Education (SACSE) is a federally mandated advisory group... President signs work incentives bill. Clarion salutes advocates and Congress! Ticket to Work and Work Incentives Improvement Act signed into law. Federal grant focuses on partnerships and leadership Self determination relies on strong partnerships between professionals and families and individuals... "Celebrate Life" theme of Wagonwheel Conference The 13th Annual Wagonwheel conference, scheduled for April 14, 15, and 16.... Look who's reading the Clarion! As the mother of three sons, one with severe disabilities, you'd think nothing could surprise Sue Swenson.

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