MDA Transitions Center

The ‘Pimp Limp’

When I look back on my life thus far, it’s almost baffling how much of how I’ve felt about myself and the problems I’ve had can be linked to one thing: my limp. Not the muscular dystrophy itself but rather a symptom of it.

Disability rights activist discusses advances, hope for what’s next

Rousso, who recently published her memoir “Don’t Call Me Inspirational: A Disabled Feminist Talks Back”, spoke at the University of Illinois at Chicago Friday, discussing both her book as well as what’s next for disability rights in America. Posted: 5/9/2013

Join the Conversation for Change! Voice your opiniong about Federal policies related to transition!

The U.S. Departments of Labor, Education, Health and Human Services and the Social Security Administration are hosting this free, public online dialogue to examine the impact of existing federal regulations and legislation on the transition from school to work of youth with disabilities. Policymakers, service providers, advocates, youth with disabilities and others are invited to join the effort to improve transition outcomes for youth with disabilities by providing their input. Posted: 5/8/2013

The Next Station is University … And What Will Be the Next?

By Gloria Ma

Time flies. It was the graduation photo-taking day of my department on April 5. I am now in my third year of undergraduate study, and I am supposed to graduate this semester. However, I have decided to defer my study period for one year due to health concerns, which means I will be “officially” graduating next year. So you may wonder why I have joined the photo day this year. The photo day was organized by the student society of our department.

Legislators try to shrink waiting list for Floridians with disabilities

Backing a proposal by Gov. Rick Scott, House and Senate budget negotiators have agreed to spend $36.3 million next year to provide services to hundreds of people with developmental disabilities who have been stuck on a waiting list. Posted: 5/8/2013