Cerebral Palsy
Walmart Employees With Special Needs Fear Losing Jobs
As retail giant Walmart moves away from "people greeters" in favor of "customer hosts" at the front of its stores, some employees with disabilities are finding themselves out of a job.
Families Struggling To Find Care For Adults With Disabilities
Low wages for personal care attendants mean families are often unable to maintain the assistance they need leaving some people with disabilities no choice but to move into a nursing home.
School District Suing Family Over Special Education Placement
Even after a hearing officer, a federal judge and a state education department sided with a girl with severe disabilities, her school district is suing to force her to return to public school.
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Cerebral Palsy At Center Of Netflix Comedy
Netflix is picking up a comedy series about a man with cerebral palsy that has the backing of a "Big Bang Theory" star.
Parents Of Child With Down Syndrome Design Toys Promoting Inclusivity
Unable to find a doll that looked like their daughter with Down syndrome, one couple set out to create their own. Now, they want to offer dolls for other "marginalized children" as well.
To Find Jobs For Those With Intellectual Disabilities, Parents Get Creative
Frustrated by the difficulties that their adult children with disabilities face in obtaining employment, many parents are creating businesses to foster opportunities.
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TV Shows Featuring More Characters With Disabilities
The number of characters with disabilities on prime-time television this year is set to hit a record high.
Companies Under Fire For Hawking Fake Autism, Cerebral Palsy Treatments
Federal officials are taking action against two companies for charging thousands of dollars for therapies they "deceptively" claimed could treat autism, cerebral palsy and other conditions.
Nike Signs Runner With Cerebral Palsy To Pro Contract
University of Oregon junior Justin Gallegos had just finished running in a recent race when he got the surprise of a lifetime. Nike wanted to sign Gallegos to a pro contract.
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Businesses Increasingly Hiring People With Disabilities
With employers facing a tight labor market, falling unemployment rates among people with disabilities suggest more hiring managers are opening their eyes to this untapped pool of workers.
Couples Feel Pressure To Divorce To Help Their Kids With Disabilities
Struggling to afford the specialized equipment and treatments their children with disabilities need, some couples consider divorcing so that their kids can qualify for government benefits.
New Gym Created To Help People With Special Needs Stay Fit
Some gyms have programs for people with disabilities, but at one new fitness center, the equipment, exercises and instruction are all specifically designed to meet this population's needs.