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DSP Wages Up, But Disability Providers Still Struggling To Maintain Services

Hourly pay is on the rise for direct support professionals, but advocates say that doesn't appear to be enough to forestall the barriers facing people with developmental disabilities seeking services.

November 4, 2024
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Walmart Said It Would Excuse Worker’s Absences For Seizures Then Fired Her, Feds Say

Walmart is accused of firing an employee for missing work to recover from seizures, one of three lawsuits related to disability accommodations that the company has agreed to settle for $175,000.

October 29, 2024
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SSI Recipients Will Get An Extra Check In November. Here’s What To Know

A calendar quirk means that individuals with disabilities who receive Supplemental Security Income benefits will see their payments arrive slightly off schedule.

October 23, 2024

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Major Corporations To Get Neurodiversity Training

In an effort to bolster employment for individuals with autism and other disabilities, Wells Fargo is partnering with a university to help Fortune 500 companies create neurodiversity initiatives.

October 22, 2024
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Atlanta Braves Greeter’s Aspirations Know No Bounds

Wilson Barron has cerebral palsy and is nonverbal, but with determination and a strong support team, he's an integral part of the Braves gameday staff, hyping up fans and helping people find their seats.

October 15, 2024

SSI, Social Security Benefits To Rise

Individuals with disabilities receiving Social Security and Supplemental Security Income benefits can expect to see more money next year.

October 11, 2024

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In Bid To Improve Employment Of People With Disabilities, Feds Tout Accommodations

With a new tool, federal officials are working to help people with disabilities and employers understand the wide array of accommodations available to make employment more achievable.

October 8, 2024

Social Security Implements Changes To SSI Program

Several updates to SSI are taking effect, impacting how benefits are calculated, alleviating reporting burdens and likely expanding the number of people who qualify for the program.

October 4, 2024

Disability Employment Soared During The Pandemic. Can The Trend Survive?

As some employers move back to fully in-office employment, advocates hope that remote work's boon to workers with disabilities won't be forgotten.

October 3, 2024

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Senate Punts On Autism Act

Lawmakers approved a short-term extension of the nation's primary autism law, but the path to renewing the measure — and nearly $2 billion for the developmental disability — may be rockier than expected.

October 2, 2024
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Senators Push Back On Potential Changes To Subminimum Wage Program

With federal officials expected to propose a rule that could end a government program allowing people with disabilities to be paid less than minimum wage, some lawmakers are already raising red flags.

September 26, 2024

House Votes To Renew Autism Act As Expiration Nears

With the clock ticking, Congress is one step closer to re-upping the nation's primary autism law and allocating nearly $2 billion to address the developmental disability.

September 19, 2024

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