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Trump Wanted To Cut Disability Programs. Congress Just Said No
After months of uncertainty, federal lawmakers approved a spending package that rejects Trump administration efforts to alter IDEA and do away with some disability programs.
Inspired By Grandson With Disability, Woman Invents Adaptive Socks
Initially designed to help her grandson, the socks feature a pair of holes to allow people with disabilities to put them on independently and they are now available at national retailers.
Medicaid Cuts Put Disability Services At Risk, Advocates Warn
After years struggling to find staff to support people with IDD living in the community, an influx of federal dollars allowed service providers to make headway, but the gains could be short-lived.
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Restaurant Staffed By Adults With Disabilities Is In Expansion Mode
At Hugs Cafe, chefs and cashiers are adults with disabilities serving from-scratch food. As a second location opens, the nonprofit behind the breakfast and lunch spot says it's hoping to add more.
Program Offers Students With Intellectual Disabilities Bridge To Adulthood
The two-year university-based program will teach high school students with developmental disabilities job and life skills and then invite them to live on campus and work in supported employment.
Are Group Home Executives Making Too Much?
Group home executives in one state are making as much as $2.37 million while the direct support professionals who feed, bathe and spend time with residents with disabilities earn just $21 an hour.
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Student-Run Cafes And Shops Give Teenagers Real-World Job Skills
Stores are popping up in schools to teach students with disabilities skills for daily living, work and social situations and to give general education students a leg up in college and the workforce.
New Year Brings Big Changes For ABLE Accounts
Access to accounts that allow individuals with disabilities to save without losing government benefits will expand dramatically and people with the accounts will be able to save more than ever before.
SSI Payments To Increase Soon
People with disabilities who receive Supplemental Security Income and other Social Security benefits are about to get a raise.
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United Airlines To Expand Disability Employment Effort
Through an industry first collaboration with Special Olympics, plans are underway for United Airlines to hire more individuals with disabilities at major airports across the country.
State Declares Moratorium On Group Homes
The two-year pause, intended to ward off fraud, will leave programs in limbo and clients' needs unmet, providers say.
Etsy-Like Online Market Launches For Sellers With Disabilities
Backed by nearly $2 million in seed capital, a not-for-profit is offering a platform for sellers with disabilities who make items ranging from jewelry and ornaments to slime and personalized tumblers.