That as of 9/1 Missouri Medicaid eliminated coverage of feeding tubes, breathing machines for people with respiratory failure, canes, crutches, walkers, cushions to prevent life-threatening bed sores and for wheelchair batteries? Read the full story here. Personally, I think disabled people and their allies should refuse to vacation in or buy products from Missouri until this decision is reversed. That's what I'll be doing starting tomorrow. Feel free to join with me and don't forget to contact Governor Matt Blunt and tell him what you're doing and why.
That thousands of Americans are volunteering to house Harricane Katrina victims and you can, too? Choose from the sites listed here if your house isn't disability friendly and if it is go here if it is!
... That the FreeCycle exchange network can help you get things you need for free, or help avoid adding your unwanted items to landfills? From computer equipment to clothes to cribs, there's something for everyone and there are chapters all over the globe.
... That joining iGive.com will allow you to support non-profit groups throughout the US and Canada (including the solidarity organization I founded that supports students at school, created by and serving disabled people), simply by shopping at some of the most popular on-line stores at no extra cost to you. You can even add your favorite cause!
... That Medicare will only approve the quality of wheelchair you need to get around your house, not to participate in community activities like school, work, or volunteering? You can help end this injustice my asking your Congressperson to support the bipartisan "Dear Colleague" letter circulated by Congressmen Jim Langevin (D-RI) and Charlie Bass (R-NH). You can read more about the issue, and contact your Representative.
... That every time you buy a Coke product you may be helping to pollute water in India or murder a trade unionist in Columbia?
... That some the most popular brands in our nation are owned by Big Tobacco?
... That some seafood is bad for the environment?