http://inclusionseries.com/

View, research and analyze  edited movies, raw video clips from real life documentation, and in-depth interviews.This large body of rare materials, filmed over a 25-year period, in collaboration with esteemed organizations, institutions and scholars, has valuable examples of some of the best practices in education today.

An individual and group learning system, for training and teaching to observe body language, social situations, or group dynamics as they unfold, and examples of best practices, in action and hear the stories, the reflections, the insight, and the spirit of those who pioneered this work. Using this resources will enrich the users, provide valuable examples and stimulate analytical and critical thinking.

Currently the site contains over 600 video clips and movies that are organized by categories, keywords, case studies and media types. We are in the beta stage and are gradually adding more videos, and to each video a synopsis, a transcription, and more resources. Users can take notes while watching videos, save them for later retrieval, and mark the task once completed.

This is a new system for learning, presentation and analysis. A useful learning and empowering instrument for scholars, lecturers, students, teachers, trainers and practitioners.

Very complete and accessible. A pdf file....

http://goo.gl/ZQDlSN

In January 2014, the federal government announced a new rule explaining which kinds of services can be covered through Medicaid-funded home and community-based services (HCBS) programs.1 The new rule will help make sure that people who use HCBS are truly integrated into their communities. States will not be allowed to use federal Medicaid dollars to pay for HCBS in settings that isolate people from the community or that do not show respect for people’s right to privacy, dignity, and self-determination.

Because states may need some time to make sure that the services that they are providing are actually integrated, the government has told the states to create five-year transition plans explaining how they will follow the new rule. The states must give people with disabilities, their friends and families, and other advocates the opportunity to comment on the transition plans.

This guide is here to help you understand what the new rule means and what they can do to help keep their states on track. States need to hear from you in order to know which kinds of services and supports help people make the most of life in the community.

Thanks and a hat tip to Jessica Mitchell and Kathryn W.......

http://goo.gl/mOs5tD

How to Apply for FEMA Assistance

Disaster survivors in Macomb, Oakland and Wayne counties affected by the August 11-13 severe storms and flooding should apply now for federal assistance. Homeowners and renters in the counties listed above may qualify for assistance. The process takes 15 to 30 minutes. 

Registration is available online at www.DisasterAssistance.gov

The toll-free FEMA registration numbers will operate from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. (local time) seven days a week until further notice. 

Survivors also can apply for federal assistance directly through Web-enabled mobile devices or smartphones. Registration through the mobile site takes three steps:              

1.    Go to m.fema.gov

2.    Click on Start Registration

3.    Fill out the registration form 

FEMA will ask for the following information: 

·         The telephone number where applicants can be reached

·         The address where applicants lived at the time of the disaster and the address where they are currently staying

·         Their Social Security number

·         A general description of damage to property and other losses

·         The name of the insurance company and policy number or agent if the property is insured

·         Bank account routing information for direct deposit of funds. 

Any damage should first be reported to the applicant’s insurance company.

For American Sign Language Users

·         How to register for FEMA assistance: http://www.fema.gov/medialibrary/media_records/6627  

·         Frequently Asked Questions about FEMA disaster assistance: http://www.fema.gov/medialibrary/media_records/6347

*Please note that these videos were produced during another disaster, so registration deadlines and states mentioned would not be relevant, but the process remains the same.

A Belgian man serving a life sentence for rape and murder will be allowed to have doctors end his life, after a landmark ruling. Unable to control his violent sexual urges, Frank Van Den Bleeken, who is 50, argued he would never be freed. The decision follows a three-year legal battle by the prisoner, who was convicted in the 1980s. The ruling is the first involving a prisoner since the assisted dying law was introduced in Belgium 12 years ago. Van Den Bleeken will soon be transferred to a hospital where the medical procedure will take place, his lawyers told reporters. “But I cannot say when or where that will happen,” Jos Vander Velpen added.

This emergency power planning checklist is for people who use electricity and battery dependent assistive technology and medical devices. Electricity and battery-dependent devices include: 

• breathing machines (respirators, ventilators),
• power wheelchairs and scooters, and
• oxygen, suction or home dialysis equipment. 

Some of this equipment is essential to your level of independence while other equipment is vital to keeping you alive! Use the checklist below to make power-backup plans.