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Swim Schools Launch Program For Kids With Autism
Amid rising concern about drowning among children with autism, a new effort is underway to help kids with cognitive, physical and developmental needs across the country learn to be safe in the water.
Adidas Designing Shoes For People With Down Syndrome
One of the world's largest footwear companies is developing a shoe specifically tailored to the needs of people with Down syndrome.
Hulu Releasing Rosie O’Donnell Documentary On Service Dogs
Rosie O'Donnell is bringing attention to the transformative role that service dogs can play for young people with disabilities in a new documentary.
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Ikea Launches Collection Of Accessible Products
A major home furnishings retailer is introducing a new line of products designed to make life easier for people with disabilities.
Disability Advocates Sue Over ‘Systematic Dismantling’ Of Social Security
Disability advocates are suing over "reckless and devastating" changes imposed by the Trump administration that they say are undermining Social Security's ability to serve beneficiaries.
With New Initiative, Video Game Makers Highlight Accessibility
Microsoft, Nintendo and other big players in the world of video games are banding together to make it easier for people with disabilities to know if games are accessible.
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HBO’s Max Expands Availability Of New Accessibility Option
A major streaming service is beefing up its commitment to accessibility by adding a unique option for people with disabilities to one of its biggest hits.
FDA Green-Lights First Treatment For Prader-Willi Syndrome
Federal regulators are clearing a first-of-its-kind treatment for symptoms of a rare neurodevelopmental disorder that is characterized by insatiable hunger.
Autism Dating Show Returns To Netflix
Following a pair of Emmy wins, a reality show about the dating experiences of people with autism is set to return.
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PBS To Spotlight Story Behind The ADA
A documentary about the decades-long fight for disability rights culminating in the passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act is set to premiere.
Billboards In Several Major Cities To Showcase People With Down Syndrome
The accomplishments of individuals with Down syndrome will be on display in a big way as part of an awareness campaign springing up in cities across the country.
Social Security Cracking Down On Overpayments
The Social Security Administration is reinstating a more aggressive policy on recovering billions of dollars mistakenly paid to beneficiaries, which could lead the agency to cut off benefits to some.