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APSE members are the foundation of advocacy for integrated employment. There truly is strength in numbers as local, regional, state-wide and national levels.
Membership is open to anyone who wants to be a part of a network committed to ensuring that integrated employment continues to grow and improve for people with disabilities.
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APSE has always supported, and always will support, equal rights and fair treatment for everyone, both in the workplace and in the community. As our community has demonstrated time and again, voicing your dissatisfaction through peaceful protesting IS a powerful tool. Protecting that right is essential. APSE stands, proudly, in solidarity with those brave individuals currently engaged in peaceful protest against inequity, injustice, and racial disparity. #BlackLivesMatter
All people, regardless of what disability they have, have the right to work a job they choose and matches their skills and personal interests.
Public policies must support people with disabilities having real jobs. Money for services should be spent on people having jobs in the community.
42% of Medicaid funding pays for services and supports for individuals with disabilities.
Medicaid is the primary funder of employment services and supports for individuals with disabilities.
More than 75% of State Medicaid waivers offer supported employment services.
350,000 individuals with developmental disabilities are waiting for services.
Employment Services and Support
Access to Health and Medical Services
Personal Assistance Services
Peer Support Services
Targeted Case Management Services
Rehabilitation Services
Steep funding cuts to service systems and service provers for employment supports.
Rate cuts for service providers.
Further limits or complete lack of availability of long-term post-placement supports.
Under the current Block Grant and Per Capita Cap proposals, people with disabilities would be unable to receive the necessary services and supports for gainful employment and independent living.
APSE Missouri
P.O. Box 254
Monroe City, MO 63456
moapse@apse.org