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WATCH: Man with Disability Earns Promotion

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Graphic advocating for full funding of disability services. At the top, bold navy text reads, “20,000 people with disabilities, 5,000 staff, & 35 providers are asking you to…” Below it, large green text says, “Fully Fund Disability Services.” On the left is a circular photo of Rhode Island Governor Dan McKee speaking at a podium. To the right is a horizontal progress bar filled halfway in dark blue, labeled “50%.” Beneath the bar, text explains that a state review found disability services need more funding and that Governor McKee’s proposed budget funds only 50% of the recommended amount. The text states that advocates are asking lawmakers to fund 100% of the funding needed for disability services. A section header below reads, “What Fully Funded Services Look Like,” with green checkmark icons beneath it, indicating positive outcomes or benefits (specific items not shown in this image).

Funding Disability Services in Rhode Island

New legislation is expected soon that would increase funding for disability services.

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January 11, 2024

WATCH: Man with Disability Earns Promotion

This is the story of Joseph. A reminder that everyone can make a great employee. As Annette Bourbonniere, who has a disability, said in her recent story with us, "Most people
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November 28, 2023

People with Disabilities Hired to Support People with Disabilities

For months, she dressed herself. Alone in her Newport apartment, putting her clothes on took an exhausting five hours. With the morning now gone
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