…ments of “Ashley X.” She pretty much suggests that the “Ashley X’s” of the world should be culled from the “disability herd.” It’s the old – “you can’t speak for them because they’re too disabled to be disabled” gambit. Guess she should tell organizations like The Arc and TASH that they’re wasting their time. Never in this article does she actually quote actual activists in regard to “Ashley X” – she instead quotes a pediatrician from an excellent…
…aid that many of her relatives have had basic CPR training. This is a real world story from Rochester, New York. Although it does not involve a non-hospital DNR, a subject of this request for information, it is certainly a relevant cautionary tale. NDY was most interested in providing input on certain public policy issues related to advance care planning and the three forms because: Errors in completion of Health Care Proxy, MOLST, and nonhospital…
…ability rights advocates in cities across the United States and around the world are protesting the latest Hollywood movie to end with the assisted suicide or euthanasia of the lead disabled character. Protests have already been held in New York City, Boston and Denver, with more planned throughout opening weekend in Los Angeles, Berkeley, Atlanta, Chicago, Baltimore, Philadelphia and other cities. Me Before You is scheduled for general audience r…
…ability rights advocates in cities across the United States and around the world are protesting the latest Hollywood movie to end with the assisted suicide or euthanasia of the lead disabled character. Protests have already been held in New York City, Boston and Denver, with more planned throughout opening weekend in Los Angeles, Berkeley, Atlanta, Chicago, Baltimore, Philadelphia and other cities. Me Before You is scheduled for general audience r…
…e, we strongly support continued regulatory action in the form of proposed rulemaking as outlined in “Discrimination on the Basis of Disability in Critical Health and Human Service Programs or Activities” (RIN: 0945-AA15). Thank you very much for your time and consideration. Sincerely, American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD) Maria Town President & CEO American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) Ronald L. Newman National Political Directo…
