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Supreme Court To Hear Case That Could Have Major Consequences For People With Disabilities
Despite strong pushback from disability advocates, a case that could severely restrict the rights of those who rely on Medicaid and other government programs is set to go before the U.S. Supreme Court.
Jury Awards $45 Million Over Alleged Abuse Of Students With Autism
The family of twins who are nonverbal has won a $45 million judgment against their school district after alleging that a teacher's aide used hand sanitizer to inflict pain on the children.
Pet Ownership Brings ‘Huge Benefits’ To Adults With Autism, Study Finds
Pet ownership leads to better mental health outcomes in adults with autism, new research suggests, and the gains exist no matter what type of companion animal an individual has.
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Not All Schools Use Restraint Or Seclusion. Here’s A Look At Some Alternatives
Each year, tens of thousands of American students — most of whom have disabilities — are restrained and secluded at school. But alternative approaches show the practices may not be necessary.
Feds Raise Red Flags About Delayed Special Ed Evaluations, Other IDEA Violations
New guidance warns that children suspected of having disabilities are waiting too long for evaluations and special education services are not being fully implemented for some young kids.
IDD Services Still Haven’t Rebounded From COVID Shutdowns
A growing number of adults with developmental disabilities are approved for benefits under Medicaid but remain without services as agencies struggle to restart programs shut down during the pandemic.
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Half Of Autism Moms Show Signs Of Depression
Roughly half of mothers of children with autism have high levels of depressive symptoms, new research finds, a rate that's significantly greater than for mothers of typically developing children.
Spending On Adults With Disabilities Differs By ‘Race And Place’
One state's system for ensuring that adults with developmental disabilities get crucial services is plagued with stark differences in spending by race, ethnicity and where people live, advocates say.
Advocacy Group Works To Ensure That Every Vote Counts
Lou Ann Blake was shocked when she went blind in her early 30s. Now the director of programs at the National Federation of the Blind is helping to protect voting rights for those with disabilities.
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Airlines Pledge To Better Serve Travelers With Disabilities
In a joint statement, American, Delta, United and other major air carriers are committing to a series of new steps to improve travel for people with "mobility, cognitive and social disabilities."
MGM Resorts Backs New Autism Job Training Program
One of the nation's biggest names in casinos is betting on a plan to increase employment opportunities for adults with autism.
Supreme Court To Weigh In On Special Ed Disputes
The U.S. Supreme Court will soon hear arguments in a case centering on how families and schools go about resolving disputes over services for students with disabilities.