disabilityrightsca.bsky.social @disabilityrightsca.bsky.social · 20/07/2026Virtual Workshop TOMORROW! Are you a renter with a disability in California and have questions about evictions? Learn about your rights in this workshop! Register at the link: www.disabilityrightsca.org/events/evict... 120
disabilityrightsca.bsky.social @disabilityrightsca.bsky.social · 20/07/2026We're celebrating the 58 years of the Special Olympics! The very first games were held on July 20, 1968 in Chicago, Illinois. Over 1,000 athletes with intellectual disabilities from 26 states and Canada came together to publicly demonstrate the importance of sports in the disability community! 130
disabilityrightsca.bsky.social @disabilityrightsca.bsky.social · 15/06/2026Virtual Workshop TOMORROW! Learn more and register at the link: www.disabilityrightsca.org/events/evict... 010
disabilityrightsca.bsky.social @disabilityrightsca.bsky.social · 15/06/2026DRC joined the Sacramento Pride March and Parade to celebrate the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex, Asexual, and two-spirit communities and culture. We had an incredible time sharing DRC's advocacy work, connecting folks with resources, and joining in pride festivities! 130
disabilityrightsca.bsky.social @disabilityrightsca.bsky.social · 20/04/2026We are pleased to announce AB 1676 (Stefani) has been pulled from this year's legislative session! Thanks to all who made their voices heard in opposition to this bill. #DisabilityRightsCA #AB1676 #BillUpdate #Treatment 110
disabilityrightsca.bsky.social @disabilityrightsca.bsky.social · 25/03/2026Are you a renter with a disability in California and have questions about evictions? Learn about your rights in this workshop! When: Tuesday, April 7, 2026 Time: 1 p.m. PT Learn more and register: www.disabilityrightsca.org/events/evict... 131
disabilityrightsca.bsky.social @disabilityrightsca.bsky.social · 05/03/2026What is CARE Court? This DRC resource explains new mental health laws in California. Learn about the CARE Court process, how the court and your county's behavioral health department is involved, and possible outcomes of the program. Link: www.disabilityrightsca.org/publications... 110
disabilityrightsca.bsky.social @disabilityrightsca.bsky.social · 02/02/2026Have you had a repair or pest issue that a landlord just would not fix? Register at the link: www.disabilityrightsca.org/events/habit... This event is only for tenants with disabilities, not landlords or home owners. When: February 17th, 2026 at 1:00pm 100
disabilityrightsca.bsky.social @disabilityrightsca.bsky.social · 16/12/2025New intakes will be paused starting Friday, December 19, 2025. If you are a current client with an open case, you can still reach us by phone December 22-23. We will reopen Monday, January 5, 2026. 000
disabilityrightsca.bsky.social @disabilityrightsca.bsky.social · 16/12/2025Disability Rights California (DRC) will be pausing services for the upcoming Winter holidays. DRC will be closed from Wednesday, December 24, 2025 to Friday, January 2, 2026. #DisabilityRightsCA #IntakeLine #Client #Winter #Holiday #DecemberHours #PhoneLine #DRC #NewYear 131
disabilityrightsca.bsky.social @disabilityrightsca.bsky.social · 02/12/2025We're participating in Giving Tuesday! Your contribution helps protect individuals from abuse and neglect across California and empowers self-advocates to find their voice. Donate to DRC today by visiting the link: www.disabilityrightsca.org/latest-news/... 131
disabilityrightsca.bsky.social @disabilityrightsca.bsky.social · 20/11/2025The Disability Rights California (DRC) Intake Line will be pausing new intakes both through the phone line and online for the week of November 24 through 28. Current clients can call 1-800-776-5746 for any questions about an open case through Wednesday, November 26. 131
disabilityrightsca.bsky.social @disabilityrightsca.bsky.social · 24/10/2025Learn about your rights in this workshop, which will cover eviction notice requirements, what to do if you receive an eviction notice, and tips for resolving or preventing these issues. Learn more and register: www.disabilityrightsca.org/events/evict... 100
disabilityrightsca.bsky.social @disabilityrightsca.bsky.social · 17/10/2025We know the process of keeping one in your home can be stressful, so let’s make sure you’re in the know about all the necessary laws, regulations, and rights for having an assistance animal in your home or rental unit. Link: www.disabilityrightsca.org/events/know-... 100
disabilityrightsca.bsky.social @disabilityrightsca.bsky.social · 10/10/2025DRC's Intake line will be closed for Indigenous Peoples' Day. We will be closed: Monday October 13, 2025 Normal operations will resume on Tuesday October 14, 2025. You can reach our intake line at the number 1-800-776-5746 or online at the link: www.disabilityrightsca.org/get-help 120
disabilityrightsca.bsky.social @disabilityrightsca.bsky.social · 02/10/2025Are you a person with disabilities that needs to make changes to your housing rules or to your home’s physical structures to make it more accessible? Join us at this workshop to learn about your rights to do so. When: Tuesday, October 14th at 1pm PT Link: www.disabilityrightsca.org/events/reaso... 110
disabilityrightsca.bsky.social @disabilityrightsca.bsky.social · 19/09/2025DRC's Investigations Unit was featured an episode of the podcast "Committable" by Jesse Mangan. Jesse was joined by DRC Attorneys Liz Logsdon and Robert Reyes Villagómez to speak about the report "Let Me Go: Excessive Restraint of Patients at College Hospital." podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/p... 142
disabilityrightsca.bsky.social @disabilityrightsca.bsky.social · 10/09/2025In this webinar, you will learn about updates to DOR’s policies about housing cost assistance for school. We encourage current, former, or prospective DOR clients to join us. Register at the link: www.disabilityrightsca.org/events/when-... 100
disabilityrightsca.bsky.social @disabilityrightsca.bsky.social · 10/09/2025Have you had a repair or pest issue that a landlord just would not fix? This workshop will share red flags, best practices, and options for addressing an unsafe living environment while protecting your housing. Register at the link: www.disabilityrightsca.org/events/habit... 101
disabilityrightsca.bsky.social @disabilityrightsca.bsky.social · 08/09/2025AB 1225 (Bennett) is a bipartisan bill authored by Asm. Steve Bennett that will help make California’s state parks more accessible so everyone can enjoy them. #DisabilityRightsCA #AB1225 #SteveBennett #OutdoorAccessibility #StateParks #AccessbilityCommittee #Newsom #CaliforniaLegislation 121
disabilityrightsca.bsky.social @disabilityrightsca.bsky.social · 20/08/2025In DRC's latest Substack Lauren Clark, a nursing professor, mother of two adults with I/DD and member of DRC's Board of Directors, writes a personal story about her concerns for what SB 258 might mean for her own son's life and dreams. Link: disabilityrightscalifornia.substack.com/p/sb-258-is-... 042
disabilityrightsca.bsky.social @disabilityrightsca.bsky.social · 13/08/2025NEW Substack release from DRC. Understand why we believe SB 258 must die. Go behind the mask of Sen. Wahab’s “Justice for Disabled Spouses” bill, strongly opposed by actual disabled spouses and their allies. Link: disabilityrightscalifornia.substack.com/p/why-we-opp... #Substack #SB258 #DRC 064
disabilityrightsca.bsky.social @disabilityrightsca.bsky.social · 12/08/2025DRC's CEO Andy Imparato turns 60 on August 28! To celebrate this milestone birthday, Andy is raising money to create DRC's new IMPACT Fund. IMPACT stands for "Individuals Mobilizing for Power, Action and Collective Triumph." Visit the link to donate: www.disabilityrightsca.org/Andy-IMPACT 151
disabilityrightsca.bsky.social @disabilityrightsca.bsky.social · 25/07/2025This Disability Pride Month, we have a great film recommendation! The Ride Ahead film is NOW STREAMING for FREE! Stream the film for free on the POV Docs website and @pbs.org App through September 19. Find the streaming link, resources, and more at www.rideaheadfilm.com/watchpbs 122
disabilityrightsca.bsky.social @disabilityrightsca.bsky.social · 18/07/2025When DRC visited Adelanto, we found a plethora of issues. Inadequate access to medical and mental health care and disability accommodations, inadequate access to basic survival items like food, water, and clothes, and limited connections with family and natural supports. 121
disabilityrightsca.bsky.social @disabilityrightsca.bsky.social · 18/07/2025"They Treat Us Like Dogs in Cages,” the alarming new report from Disability Rights California’s (DRC) Investigations Unit and Mental Health Practice Group details that people with disabilities are being subjected to abuse and neglect at the Adelanto ICE Processing Center in San Bernardino County, CA 144
disabilityrightsca.bsky.social @disabilityrightsca.bsky.social · 17/07/2025We're incredibly proud to share SB 634 (Pérez) has passed the Assembly Housing and Community Development Committee! Next, the bill heads directly to the Assembly Floor for consideration! #DisabilityRightsCA #SB634 #CAassembly 121
disabilityrightsca.bsky.social @disabilityrightsca.bsky.social · 15/07/2025DRC has collected helpful immigration related legal services for those of you affected by raids across the cruel and inhuman ICE raids across California. Visit the link to explore legal services: www.disabilityrightsca.org/publications... #DisabilityRightsCA #ImmigrationResource 120
disabilityrightsca.bsky.social @disabilityrightsca.bsky.social · 14/07/2025Webinar TOMORROW! Have you had a repair or pest issue that a landlord just would not fix? This workshop will share red flags, best practices, and options for addressing an unsafe living environment while protecting your housing. Register at the link: www.disabilityrightsca.org/events/habit... 100
disabilityrightsca.bsky.social @disabilityrightsca.bsky.social · 02/07/2025On the same day, July 11, on the wider Ed Roberts Campus will be the ADA 35th anniversary celebration from 3:00pm-7:00pm. We hope you'll join us for these great events! 000
disabilityrightsca.bsky.social @disabilityrightsca.bsky.social · 02/07/2025Next week! DRC is inviting YOU to an open house at our new Berkeley office! Gather and connect with us as you get to know the folks who support you at DRC. Everyone from regional center clients, families, & service providers is welcome to join! Register: www.disabilityrightsca.org/latest-news/... 111
disabilityrightsca.bsky.social @disabilityrightsca.bsky.social · 26/06/2025We are incredibly proud to announce AB 1225 (Bennett) has passed unanimously in the Senate Natural Resources and Water Committee! This bill will create an Accessibility Advisory Committee to provide expert recommendations on improving accessibility in state parks and beaches! #AB1225 #SteveBennett 220
disabilityrightsca.bsky.social @disabilityrightsca.bsky.social · 25/06/2025Virtual Town Hall TOMORROW! Join us for this essential town hall where we will share the latest information we have on concerning proposals and respond to your questions. When: Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 6:00pm Registration link: www.disabilityrightsca.org/latest-news/... 110
disabilityrightsca.bsky.social @disabilityrightsca.bsky.social · 13/06/2025The Department of Energy (DOE) is attempting to dismantle important rules of Section 504! We have until Monday, June 16, 2025 to send in comments to the DOE. Use the link to take action: dredf.org/action-alert... #DisabilityRightsCA #Section504 #DREDF #DepartmentOfEnergy #CivilRights #ActionAlert 101
disabilityrightsca.bsky.social @disabilityrightsca.bsky.social · 12/06/2025In case you missed it, DREDF released an incredibly helpful webinar about current attacks to Section 504 and civil rights from the Department of Energy (DOE). The Department of Energy has published several “direct final rules” that would gut Section 504 and other civil rights laws. #DREDF #DOE 100
disabilityrightsca.bsky.social @disabilityrightsca.bsky.social · 04/06/2025(1/3) Last night in a 23-11 vote, Senate Bill 634, authored by Senator Sasha Renée Pérez, passed on the Senate Floor! This bill aims to protect people and organizations that provide support services or life-saving assistance to people experiencing homelessness. 130
disabilityrightsca.bsky.social @disabilityrightsca.bsky.social · 31/05/2025Join the California Disability Leadership Alliance for a new gathering and a new day in disability rights, the First Annual CDLA Day! Use the QR code or visit the link to register: www.eventbrite.com/e/california... 111
disabilityrightsca.bsky.social @disabilityrightsca.bsky.social · 29/05/2025Are you a person with disabilities that needs to make changes to your housing rules or to your home’s physical structures to make it more accessible? Please join us at this workshop to learn about your rights to do so. Learn more and register at the link: www.disabilityrightsca.org/events/reaso... 100
disabilityrightsca.bsky.social @disabilityrightsca.bsky.social · 28/05/2025Join DRC's quarterly Board Meeting this June & learn about key org updates. When: June 20, 2025 2pm-4pm via Zoom Register at the link in bio and note if you would like to be considered for public comment: www.disabilityrightsca.org/latest-news/... Registration deadline June 13, 2025 at 2pm 021
disabilityrightsca.bsky.social @disabilityrightsca.bsky.social · 22/05/2025Learn about your rights in this workshop, which will cover eviction notice requirements, what to do if you receive an eviction notice, and tips for resolving or preventing these issues. Link: www.disabilityrightsca.org/events/evict... 100
disabilityrightsca.bsky.social @disabilityrightsca.bsky.social · 20/05/2025We know the process of keeping a support/service animal in your home can be stressful, so let's make sure you're in the know about all the necessary laws, regulations, and rights for having an assistance animal in your home or rental unit. Link: www.disabilityrightsca.org/events/know-... 111
disabilityrightsca.bsky.social @disabilityrightsca.bsky.social · 19/05/2025TONIGHT, DRC is hosting a Medicaid Town Hall! Join us as we break down what’s going on, what Congress is considering, and why Medicaid cannot be undermined. We will also have a live Q&A to get your questions answered with our expert panel. Register: www.disabilityrightsca.org/events/propo... 210
disabilityrightsca.bsky.social @disabilityrightsca.bsky.social · 16/05/2025DRC is alarmed by Newsom's May Revision of the proposed 2025-26 state budget. The budget will cause tremendous harm to those who are disabled, low income, and elderly. Read the full statement at the link: www.disabilityrightsca.org/latest-news/... 135
disabilityrightsca.bsky.social @disabilityrightsca.bsky.social · 15/05/2025The Governor has reinstated the Medi-Cal asset limit for disabled adults and seniors, demanding extreme poverty to access critical health care. 001
disabilityrightsca.bsky.social @disabilityrightsca.bsky.social · 15/05/2025Congress will soon vote on the Budget Reconciliation Bill which will decide on massive cuts to Medicaid. We at DRC have sent a letter to our Congressional delegation to urge them to vote no on this bill. Read the full press release: www.disabilityrightsca.org/press-releas... 142
disabilityrightsca.bsky.social @disabilityrightsca.bsky.social · 13/05/2025In honor of May is Mental Health Month, join us to learn about the experiences and roles of Certified Peer Support Specialists as they share their journeys as peer providers in mental health. Join us & register at the link: www.disabilityrightsca.org/events/the-r... ASL will be offered. #Webinar 100
disabilityrightsca.bsky.social @disabilityrightsca.bsky.social · 09/05/2025DRC is excited to share our 2024 Annual Report! In it you'll find a narrative reflection of DRC's work, accomplishments, and progress over the past year. Take a look at the link to explore the 2024 Annual Report: www.disabilityrightsca.org/2024-annual-... #DisabilityRightsCA #AnnualReport 100
disabilityrightsca.bsky.social @disabilityrightsca.bsky.social · 09/05/2025If you have been denied a service, disagree with care options, and/or are unhappy with your county's Mental Health Plan (MHP), you have rights to get the quality care you deserve. Check out this resource and learn your rights at the link: www.disabilityrightsca.org/publications... 111
disabilityrightsca.bsky.social @disabilityrightsca.bsky.social · 07/05/2025We NEED you to help protect Medicaid! Congress is considering cuts to Medicaid right now. All the policy proposals being considered would take away needed health care and home and community-based services from people with disabilities. Form Link: www.disabilityrightsca.org/latest-news/... 131
disabilityrightsca.bsky.social @disabilityrightsca.bsky.social · 06/05/2025DRC wants to hear your feedback! Our annual survey has launched and we're collecting responses until June 20, 2025. Visit the link to participate: www.disabilityrightsca.org/latest-news/... #DisabilityRightsCA #Survey #Recommendations #Feedback 100
