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#DisabilityReform #TakingThePip #DisabilityJustice
Write to your MP again - tell them the 'concessions' are unfair on new claimants and unworkable. Tell them their seats are still on the line.
June 27, 2025 at 5:52 PM
tomkindlon.bsky.social
On my way to the #ScrapTheGreenPaper (on #disabilityreform) protest outside Leinster House (which houses the Irish parliament). These proposals if implemented would make life a lot more difficult for many with #disabilities and disabling illnesses. 😡
December 7, 2023 at 12:00 PM
akwyz.com
Over 18,000 children in Ireland now face overdue disability assessments—Minister admits system is "no longer fit for purpose." Reform bill planned; legal six-month deadline remains. #DisabilityReform #Ireland buff.ly/cyazrWr
Assessment of need 'no longer fit for purpose' - Minister
Minister of State with responsibility for Disability, Hildegarde Naughton, has said that it is clear that the assessment of need (AON) system is "no longer fit for purpose".
www.rte.ie
November 18, 2025 at 12:00 PM
irishmecfsassoc.bsky.social
With one month before the deadline for submissions on the government's Green Paper on #DisabilityReform, here's our draft response* which can be downloaded from here
1drv.ms/w/s!AoHfldsp... or here
www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/5jjkk...

#MEcfs #CFS #PwME #MyalgicEncephalomyelitis

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Screenshot of page 1 of our submission
November 15, 2023 at 1:49 PM
irishmecfsassoc.bsky.social
(Not ME-specific)
Some people might be interested in this online event on Thursday, November 30:
"Green Paper on Disability Reform Public Consultation - Online"

www.eventbrite.com/e/green-pape...

#DisabilityReform
Green Paper on Disability Reform Public Consultation - Online
Sign up for our online public consultation event on disability payments reform. Organised by the Department of Social Protection.
www.eventbrite.com
November 22, 2023 at 1:55 AM
citizenptnewsmn.bsky.social
Minnesota is taking a bold step to reform its disability determination process, promising timely assistance and financial support for those appealing their benefits.

Learn more here!

#MN #FairHearings #MinnesotaDisability #EconomicAccessibility #DisabilityReform #CitizenPortal
Minnesota commissioner streamlines disability determination process for timely appeals
Commissioner enhances process for disability determinations and appeal timelines in Minnesota.
citizenportal.ai
March 17, 2025 at 3:53 PM
citizenptnewsmn.bsky.social
Minnesota lawmakers are stepping up to empower families advocating for innovative living solutions for individuals with disabilities—will their collaborative efforts bring the change needed?

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#MN #CitizenPortal #MinnesotaDisability #CollaborationInPolicy #DisabilityReform
Minnesota lawmakers discuss collaborative bill for disability services reform
Senators debate the need for collaboration in reforming disability service funding and policies.
citizenportal.ai
March 13, 2025 at 3:31 PM
irishmecfsassoc.bsky.social
Good to see a debate on the green paper on disability reform in the Irish Seanad (Senate).

A transcript is here:
oireachtas.ie/en/debates/d...

#PWD #Disability #DisabilityReform
Houses of the Oireachtas Seanad Éireann debate - Wednesday, 11 Oct 2023 Share this page Disability Allowance: Motion
October 16, 2023 at 7:55 PM
irishmecfsassoc.bsky.social
From Disability Power Ireland, Disabled Women Ireland, Neuro Pride Ireland, Oppose Reform Of Disability Allowance, Access for all Ireland

Disabled People Demand The Irish Government: Scrap the Green Paper on Disability Reform

#DisabilityReform
Disabled People Demand The Irish Government: Scrap the Green Paper on Disability Reform - The Irish Government’s Green Paper on Disability Reform, written without disabled people & our DPOs but currently under public consultation, is fundamentally ableist. It suggests that the government can know everything it needs to about the lives and experiences of disabled people in order to categorise us by our ability to work, when a diagnosis worthy of any assistance is often expensive and can often only be acquired through the private system or by going abroad. - The Green Paper may force as many as half the people currently on disability off their payments and into work, and another third pressured into finding and entering into part time work. - The Green Paper will waste HSE money. The process to receive disability payments right now is long & difficult. The government assumes the limited things they can know about disabled people through medical assessments are the only things they nee
November 25, 2023 at 8:19 PM
irishmecfsassoc.bsky.social
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A worrying statistic from a preliminary analysis done by the Department of Social Protection:

"About of half of the people ended up on tier 3 and about 16% ended up on tier 1"

From: oireachtas.ie/en/oireachta...

#DisabilityReform
Mr. Hession mentioned that the Department ran the rule over 1,000 preliminary cases when sorting them into three categories. I assume they were randomly selected so that they would give an indicative measure of where we are likely to land. What was the percentage outcome in terms of the different years? Mr. Rónán Hession: About of half of the people ended up on tier 3 and about 16% ended up on tier 1. We got to an estimated cost of €130 million.
November 5, 2023 at 6:44 PM
citizenptnewswa.bsky.social
Washington State is on the verge of a transformative shift in disability services with House Bill 1472, aiming to close outdated centers and promote community living for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Learn more here

#WA #IndividualAutonomy #DisabilityReform
Washington legislature enacts closure of Yakima Valley and Rainier schools
Legislature closes Yakima Valley and Rainier schools to improve services for disabilities.
citizenportal.ai
March 18, 2025 at 6:12 AM
citizenptnewswa.bsky.social
Washington State's Senate Bill 5548 could revolutionize benefits for injured workers, ensuring fair compensation even after previous claims.

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#WA #WorkerBenefits #EconomicJustice #CitizenPortal #DisabilityReform
Washington state adjusts disability pension percentages for injured workers
New rules establish pension limits and payments for permanently disabled workers in Washington
citizenportal.ai
February 25, 2025 at 7:47 AM
citizenptnewsky.bsky.social
House Bill 714 is set to revolutionize disability benefits for Kentucky state employees, ensuring fair compensation and support for those unable to work due to injury or illness.

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#KY #FinancialSecurity #EmployeeSupport #CitizenPortal #DisabilityReform
Kentucky revises disability benefits reapplication process for retirement age eligibility
Kentucky outlines new criteria for disability benefit reinstatement based on employment status.
citizenportal.ai
February 21, 2025 at 12:00 AM
citizenptnewsmn.bsky.social
Minnesota lawmakers are on the brink of transformative reforms to support individuals with disabilities, tackling asset limits and home care challenges head-on.

Learn more here

#MN #DisabilityReform #CitizenPortal #HomeCareServices #MinnesotaDisabilities #EconomicAccessibility
Senator Maquade proposes enhanced rates for home care workers to improve services
Maquade and Damon advocate for improved care rates and training for home care workers.
citizenportal.ai
April 8, 2025 at 4:02 PM
citizenptnewsmn.bsky.social
Minnesota is on the brink of a transformative change for disability waiver recipients with Senate Bill 2598, which could simplify assessments and empower individuals like never before.

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#MN #MinnesotaDisability #HealthCareAccess #DisabilityReform #CitizenPortal
Minnesota plans abbreviated reassessment for disability waiver recipients starting January 2026
Minnesota introduces streamlined assessment for disability waiver services effective January 2026.
citizenportal.ai
March 17, 2025 at 9:30 AM
gifsartidote.bsky.social
In 2 days the #DWP will spy on your bank account.
How to take action and protect yourself.
#educate #organise #resist #UKpoliceState
#ClassWar #DifferabilityGenocide #UC #PIP #surveillance #DPAC #press #BreakingNews #DisabilityNews #news

youtu.be/new_JEz4ntU?...
DWP to Spy on Your bank account: New Bill being passed #dwp #disabilityreform
YouTube video by The Justice Journals
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April 14, 2025 at 1:05 AM
citizenptnewsma.bsky.social
A groundbreaking bill in Massachusetts aims to revolutionize guardianship laws, empowering individuals deemed incapacitated with newfound rights and protections.

Learn more here

#MA #CivicAccountability #DisabilityReform #CitizenPortal #LegalRights
Massachusetts amends guardianship laws to enhance legal rights of incapacitated individuals
Legislation updates legal notification rights for incapacitated individuals and guardian appointment standards.
citizenportal.ai
April 20, 2025 at 1:37 PM
citizenptnewsmt.bsky.social
Montana's Senate Bill 394 could redefine the future of workers' compensation, clarifying critical definitions that could impact thousands of injured workers.

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#MT #WorkersRights #DisabilityReform #MontanaWorkersComp #CitizenPortal #EconomicImpact
Montana 69th Legislature passes SB 394 addressing disability definitions and medical services
SB 394 defines permanent partial and total disabilities along with medical service criteria.
citizenportal.ai
April 30, 2025 at 4:16 AM
citizenptnewsvt.bsky.social
Vermont's H790 conference committee has made crucial funding shifts, including a $55,000 boost for Meals on Wheels and new deadlines for housing assistance programs.

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#VT #CitizenPortal #HousingAssistance #FoodSecurity #VermontSocialServices #DisabilityReform
Conference committee narrows H790 language, shifts $55,000 to Meals on Wheels and sets DCF deadlines
In its second meeting, the H790 conference committee agreed to move $55,000 to Meals on Wheels, directed the Department for Children and Families to stand up a housing-assistance program with HUD approval and set April–May reporting deadlines, and advanced timelines for developmental-disability payment reforms to finish before adjournment.
citizenportal.ai
February 20, 2026 at 6:27 PM
tomkindlon.bsky.social
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#ScrapTheGreenPaper

While not definite, I'm still hoping to go to this.

I haven't located anything red yet to wear. I think I will wear a blue ribbon to highlight I have ME & also wear my invisible disability lanyard around my neck.

#DisabilityReform #Disability #Disabled
December 3, 2023 at 7:38 PM
irishmecfsassoc.bsky.social
December 7
Minister for Social Protection, Heather Humphreys responds to 3 Dail questions by Violet-Anne Wynne,
Pauline Tully & Catherine Connolly on the Green Paper on #DisabilityReform
www.oireachtas.ie/en/debates/q...
#ScrapTheGreenPaper
Departmental Consultations
Departmental Consultations Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 7 December 2023
www.oireachtas.ie
January 6, 2024 at 5:42 PM
irishmecfsassoc.bsky.social
Oireachtas Topic: Green Paper on Disability Reform: A Public Consultation to Reform Disability Payments in Ireland

Video recording here: www.oireachtas.ie/en/oireachta...

Read the debate data.oireachtas.ie/ie/oireachta...

#DisabilityReform
Wed, 25 Oct 2023 Committee on Social Protection, Community and Rural Development and the Islands Topic: Green Paper on Disability Reform: A Public Consultation to Reform Disability Payments in Ireland Read the debate
November 1, 2023 at 8:25 PM