Advocacy

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Lexi Resler’s Journey Into Deaf Advocacy
A trip to Jamaica sparked Lexi Resler’s interest in Deaf culture, ASL, and language access. During her internship at The Whole Person, Lexi has worked with the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Department and The...
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Creating Opportunities, Not Limits | Disability Advocacy & Inclusion
What does meaningful inclusion really look like, and how can we create more opportunities for people with developmental disabilities? Halley Korff talks with Christina Ingoglia and Dr. Tony Taylor from...
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Choices for Increased Mobility Act Passes Congress, Bringing New Options for Wheelchair Users Closer
Congress has passed the Choices for Increased Mobility Act, which would change how Medicare pays for certain ultralightweight manual wheelchairs. Learn what the legislation means for wheelchair users,...
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Missouri Takes an Important Step Forward for Communication Access
Missouri House Bill 1840 expands Communication Access Services for Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and DeafBlind Missourians. Learn what the new law means.
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Disability Pride Month: Celebrating Progress, Advocacy, and Independence
Celebrate Disability Pride Month with The Whole Person and join the ADA 36th Anniversary Celebration on July 24 as we honor progress, advocacy, and independent living.
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The Emotional Impact of Losing Independence and How Support Helps
Losing independence due to aging, injury, or disability can affect emotional well being as much as physical health. Learn how support services help individuals maintain dignity, confidence, and connec...
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Advocating for Independent Living at the Missouri State Capitol
The Whole Person advocates at the Missouri State Capitol for Independent Living services, highlighting MOCIL Day, budget progress, and the importance of continued disability support funding.
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The Whole Person advocation for the CAS Bill in Jefferson City
Advancing Communication Access in Missouri: Advocating for the CAS Bill
The Whole Person advocates for Missouri’s CAS bill to improve communication access for Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and Deafblind individuals statewide.
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A Mother’s Fight for Change | Twila Foley and the Story Behind Topher’s Law
Twila Foley joins The Whole Podcast to share the story behind Topher’s Law and the personal journey that inspired her advocacy for guardianship reform in Missouri. After experiencing the devastating...
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From Advocacy to Action: How Consumers Can Get Involved in 2026
Learn how to get involved in disability advocacy in Missouri in 2026, including Day at the Capitol and independent living advocacy opportunities in Kansas City.
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