Left Behind: Medicaid Patients Say Rides To Doctors Don’t Always Come
States must set up transportation to medical appointments for people with disabilities enrolled in Medicaid. But patients say those rides are showing up late — and sometimes not at all.…
United Spinal Fights for Increased Funding for the Spinal Cord Injury Model Systems
Take action now before the latest extension on federal spending levels runs out on February 18. Urge your Congressional members to support increased funding for Spinal Cord Injury Model Systems. To
Bigger Social Security, SSI Checks On The Way
Millions of Americans with disabilities are seeing a big bump in their Supplemental Security Income and other Social Security benefits. The post Bigger Social Security, SSI Checks On The Way…
For Parents Of Kids With Special Needs, Mask Mandates Can Be Difficult To Navigate
In places with mask mandates, children with disabilities who are unable to wear face coverings are being barred from entering some indoor spaces. The post For Parents Of Kids With…
Family of autistic man plan legal challenge over care conditions
Social care Family of autistic man plan legal challenge over care conditions Mother says her 24-year-old son’s care at a hospital in Cheshire is ‘worse than being in prison’ Campaigners…
School Climate: How People with Disabilities Are Harmed In School and How We Can Fight Back | Autistic Self Advocacy Network
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How assistive technology masks the problem of early reading difficulties | TheSpec.com
Assistive technology can be a godsend for schoolchildren with disabilities. Students struggling to see the written page, hear the teacher, …
Students With Disabilities Struggle In Remote Classes
Months into the school year, students with disabilities in one district’s remote study program are still grappling with nonexistent or slow-to-arrive accommodations and services. The post Students With Disabilities Struggle…
Labor Department Cracking Down On Mistreatment Of Caregivers
Federal officials say they’re working to ensure that people paid to care for individuals with disabilities aren’t being taken advantage of. The post Labor Department Cracking Down On Mistreatment Of…
129 children with disabilities being provided free education – Daily Times
A team of around 40 especially trained teachers and other professionals including physiotherapists, speech therapists, sign language experts, nutritionists and supporting staff are providing education to over 129 children with…