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People First is a statewide self-advocacy group run by and for people with developmental disabilities. There are 13 chapters within the state of Oklahoma.

The mission of Oklahoma People First is:

To Promote equality;

To assist each other in speaking for ourselves;

To educate our communities;

To hold meetings to educate ourselves;

To support self-advocacy in Oklahoma; and

To create public support for People First.



Oklahoma People First is run by elected state officers who have

developmental disabilities, an advisor, and an elected three-

member advisory board. Local chapters are run by elected local

officers who have developmental disabilities and an advisor who

is an associate member. Only members of Ok People First who

have developmental disabilities can vote.





Contact Information:

Oklahoma People First, Inc

Angela Kecseg, Executive Director

4405 NW 4th, Suite 138

Oklahoma City, Ok. 73107



Members of Oklahoma People First Believe

We create a better future for everyone when we exercise our rights.

People don't need to live in institutions, no matter what professionals say.

People should live as independently as possible.

People should let their voices be heard.

People have the right to know, to choose, and to do as they wish.

Transportation is something we should make available at all times.

All people need equal services.

People should be able to stand up for their rights without fear of being hurt or abused.

We need to stop abuse of persons with disabilities

People should be able to obtain medical care when needed

People should have equal opportunity to access their communities and all services

We can do many things if just given the chance

Go to www.TheDesk.info for information about:

1. The history and background of Medicaid

2. Who is eligible.

3. Services that different states fund with Medicaid

4. Other helpful websites and resources.

5. Questions you may have about Medicaid in your state

( It also has a lot more information than is quoted here.

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