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Disability Service Providers Face ‘Unprecedented’ Labor Shortage
The pandemic has exacerbated an existing shortage of direct support professionals, forcing family caregivers to pick up the slack and some disability providers to close their doors.
On ADA Anniversary, Biden Recommits To Disability Rights
President Joe Biden used a White House ceremony marking the anniversary of the ADA to push his plans to spend billions on home and community-based services and end subminimum wage.
Advocates Reflect On FDA Overturning Ban On Electric Shock Devices
Disability advocates have been fighting the use electric shock devices for decades. In 2020, they got a win when the FDA banned the devices, but earlier this month that ban was overturned.
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Mom Of Child With Autism Started T-Shirt And Vending Business For 1 Reason: Routine
In order to give her son with autism structure, one mom created a business that involves her kids and reinforces their routine.
ACT Will Honor IEP, 504 Plan Accommodations
A major standardized test maker is taking steps to make it easier for students with disabilities to access accommodations.
Disability Advocates Warn $400 Billion Community-Based Services Plan Could Get Chopped
An ambitious Biden administration plan to invest $400 billion to transform home and community-based services and get people with disabilities off waiting lists is in jeopardy, advocates say.
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Following Loss Of Parents, Community Steps In To Care For Man With Special Needs
Since a young adult with special needs lost both of his parents in 2018, people around town have made sure he has everything from a home and a bicycle to regular haircuts, new clothes and more.
Britney Spears Case Spurs Bipartisan Bill Against Conservatorship Abuse
The proposed bill would impose new safeguards and allow conservatees to have their private guardian replaced with an independent public guardian without having to prove misconduct or abuse.
Paralympic Gold Medalist Withdraws From Tokyo Games After Being Denied Aide
A two-time Paralympic swimmer who is deaf and blind is withdrawing from the Tokyo games, saying that she had "no choice" after being told she couldn't have a personal care assistant accompany her.
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Most States Struggling To Fulfill IDEA Requirements
More than half of states are falling behind in meeting their responsibilities to students with disabilities under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, federal officials say.
Olympics Composer Steps Down Over Bullying Of Classmates With Disabilities
Just days before the Olympics get underway, the composer who worked on the opening ceremony resigned over having bullied classmates, including those with disabilities, during his childhood.
Family Suing After Maskless Student With Disability Barred From School
The high schooler has a speech-related disability that makes it hard for him to pronounce certain sounds and letters — and also means he cannot wear a mask safely, according to a lawsuit.