Amid deep budget cuts, the future of an international arts program for people with disabilities is unclear.
Jobless Rate Hovers Near Record For People With Disabilities
The unemployment rate for Americans with disabilities remained stubbornly high in July, falling just slightly below the record-tying level seen the previous month.
Inclusive Employment Model Gaining Steam
Inspired by Walgreens’ efforts to bring people with disabilities into the workforce, another Fortune 500 company is giving inclusive employment a try.
Debt Deal Leaves Disability Benefits Unscathed For Now
Disability benefits will be paid on schedule, Social Security officials said, after the president signed last-minute legislation Tuesday to prevent the nation from defaulting on its debt.
Disability Legislation On Hold As Congress Nears Recess
Consideration of two key pieces of disability legislation are on hold as lawmakers look to depart Washington quickly after putting the finishing touches on a contentious debt deal.
Group Home Execs Paid Nearly $1 Million Each
A major New York nonprofit providing group homes and other programs for people with developmental disabilities is facing questions about million-dollar salaries and other unusual perks.
Michael Phelps, Special Olympics Join Forces
Swim champion Michael Phelps is teaming up with Special Olympics to help people with intellectual disabilities become more comfortable in the water.
Suspicion Surrounds Autism Fundraising Effort
A group claiming to benefit people with autism is under fire from national disability advocates who say the organization’s fundraising efforts are nothing more than a money-making scheme.
Lawmakers Call For Increased Down Syndrome Research
A set of new bills introduced in Congress would establish first-ever centers for studying Down syndrome and boost research of the chromosomal disorder.






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