Filed Under: sandford Thankfully, Ray did not have forced shock yesterday, Wednesday, 7 January 2009 as he had thought. Because of a slighly complicated new schedule, he is apparently scheduled for forced shock next Wednesday, 14 January 2009. For weeks Ray Sandford had forced electroshock every single Wednesday, as steady as clock work. After more…
After two years of this new web site for MindFreedom International, one of the most unusual reactions has been people who have publicly told their stories wanting to get their identities as “psychiatric survivor” off the web site. We’ve complied. But Mad Folk everywhere: Come out, come out wherever you are! Let the world know…
When the general guardians for Ray issued a public statement about the situation, they revealed some of their underlying philosophy. These guardians say they operate on what is the “best interest” standard. But long-time mental health advocate Charlie McCarthy thinks that old-fashioned “best interest” approach can be harmful. Charlie McCarthy (great name) is an advocate…
Ray Sandford of Minnesota has been receiving electroshock (electroconvulsive therapy) against his will on a regular basis and against his wishes. This is is his next scheduled forced shock. what Appointment when Jan 07, 2009 from 06:00 AM to 10:00 AM where Minnesota contact name David Oaks contact phone 541-345-9106 add event to calendar vCal iCal Ray has…
Every first Wednesday by the main office for MindFreedom International hear the latest news and views by and for free minds. This Wednesday: Mental health advocate Tom Wilson on changing the mental health system in 2009. what Meeting when Jan 07, 2009 from 06:30 PM to 08:30 PM where Eugene, Oregon, USA contact name David Oaks contact phone…
Info Ray Sandford is a 55-year-old Minnesota citizen who was receiving ongoing involuntary outpatient electroshock. He was court-ordered to leave his home regularly to receive this human rights violation. Ray has WON! Here is your gateway to news and background on the MindFreedom campaign to support Ray Sandford of Minnesota. As Ray puts it, “No…
Info Ray Sandford is a 55-year-old Minnesota citizen who was receiving ongoing involuntary outpatient electroshock. He was court-ordered to leave his home regularly to receive this human rights violation. Ray has WON! Here is your gateway to news and background on the MindFreedom campaign to support Ray Sandford of Minnesota. As Ray puts it, “No…
Ray Sandford had his re-hearing about his involuntary electroshock. I’ve heard from Ray and an eye witness that the hearing did not go well. We’re waiting for the judge’s decision. Since I live in Oregon, I was not able to attend the hearing this past Tuesday about Ray Sandford’s maintenance outpatient involuntary electroshock in Minnesota.…
A sample of the many letters written in support of Ray Sandford’s right to say “no” to being escorted from his home for court-ordered electroshock. Thank you to those who have written, and shared your concern with the MindFreedom office. At the bottom are links to alerts so you can keep on speaking out! We…
You would think Minnesota’s human rights day conference would be a good place to bring up controversies like the involuntary outpatient electroshock of Ray Sandford. But with its hefty $200 price tag, you may need to stand by the entrance and peacefully bring the issue up to participants. Asking the office of Minnesota’s Governor Pawlenty…