October is Down Syndrome Awareness Month. The Southern Arizona Network for Down Syndrome (S.A.N.D.S.) cannot think of a better way to celebrate than to highlight a fantastic self-advocate and the S.A.N.D.S. 2023 Walk for Down Syndrome Grand Marshal, Chad McKinley.
On June 20, 2023, Governor Katie Hobbs signed into law Senate Bill 1291, formalizing a meaningful alternative to guardianship for Arizonans with disabilities called Supported Decision-Making (SDM).
Arizona APSE wants to highlight the stories of job seekers with disabilities all over our state. Everyone’s experience is different and can provide valuable insight into how we advocate for their success. Today we will meet Lindsey Eaton, a 27-year-old with autism.