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Coronavirus Adds To Issues For Those With Developmental Disabilities
For thousands of people across the nation with developmental disabilities, it's difficult, or impossible, to understand the sudden shrinking of their worlds due to the coronavirus pandemic.
CDC: Autism Rate Climbs Again
The number of American children diagnosed with autism is on the rise yet again, according to new government data.
Disability Rights Film ‘Crip Camp’ Premieres On Netflix
An award-winning documentary produced by former President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama centering on the origins of the disability rights movement is making its debut.
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Parents Face Trial Over Audio Recordings Daughter With Autism Made At School
The parents of a 12-year-old with autism are facing criminal charges after their daughter used a device to record teachers and staff at school to document what her parents say is abuse.
Feds Clarify Special Ed Guidance For School Closures
Troubled that some districts were choosing not to educate students at all because of special education concerns, the U.S. Department of Education is rethinking its advice to schools.
Rationing Care Amounts To Disability Discrimination, Complaint Says
Disability advocates have filed a complaint with a federal civil rights office over guidelines being developed to ration novel coronavirus care if medical facilities get overwhelmed.
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They Make $10.50 An Hour To Assist Those Most Susceptible To Infection
Many aides, their employers and the people they care for are struggling with whether they should continue working, whether they can afford not to and how their clients will get by without them.
Coronavirus Stimulus Plan Could Weaken Protections For Students With Disabilities
Lawmakers are considering waiving portions of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act as schools nationwide struggle in the face of COVID-19.
For Kids With Autism, School Shutdown Poses Even Bigger Quandary
With students out of school, parents of those with autism face even more uncertainty with their children's routines disrupted and questions about whether it's safe to continue therapy.
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New Group To Help Crime Victims With Disabilities
When people with disabilities become victims of crime, neglect or other maltreatment, investigations can easily fall short. A newly formed nonprofit is working to address the problem.
Social Security Closes Offices Nationwide
Social Security offices are closing their doors due to coronavirus, but help with benefits is still available, the agency says.
Ed Department Offers More Special Education Guidance Amid COVID-19
As schools across the nation shutter in response to coronavirus, federal officials are giving educators additional insight on how to handle the needs of students with disabilities.