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Ed Department Expands Investigations Of Mask Policies And Disability Rights
Not long after opening investigations into whether bans on mask mandates in five states violate the civil rights of students with disabilities, the Education Department is initiating another.
COVID-19 Vaccine Mandates Could Impact Services For Those With IDD
A sweeping new Biden administration plan to require many workers to receive COVID-19 vaccinations may have implications for individuals with disabilities and the people who support them.
Disability Service Providers Shuttering In Many States
Half of states are reporting that Medicaid home and community-based services providers have closed since the start of the pandemic, with many seeing multiple types of services shut their doors.
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COVID-19 Vaccine Boosters OK’d For Some Group Home Residents
At least one state is moving forward with booster shots for certain group home residents even though the federal government has not yet issued formal rules for when most Americans should get them.
Pandemic Leaves Families Of Children In Special Ed Feeling Left Behind
With a wildly spreading delta variant, many families of vulnerable children with disabilities feel forgotten by state and school leaders and disregarded by those who reject mask wearing.
FBI Sees Drop In Disability-Related Hate Crimes
While the number of reported hate crimes rose significantly, those targeting people with disabilities are on the decline, according to new data from the FBI.
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CDC Rolls Out New COVID-19 Resources For People With IDD
As the delta surge renews concerns about COVID-19 across much of the country, the CDC is taking steps to help people with intellectual and developmental disabilities protect themselves.
Nielsen Finds Disabilities Largely Missing From TV Ads
Just 1% of television advertising includes people with disabilities, new research indicates, even though this demographic accounts for more than a quarter of the population.
Military Cuts Autism Services, Concerning Families
The military's insurance will soon no longer cover behavior analysis at schools and other places outside of clinical settings, cutting off many kids with autism from services they rely on.
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How To Prepare For A Disaster If You Live With A Disability
For people with disabilities, evacuating at a moment's notice or stockpiling supplies can be complicated. However, experts say there are things everyone can do to prepare, no matter their needs.
Ed Department: Mask Mandate Bans May Violate Rights Of Students With Disabilities
The U.S. Department of Education is opening investigations into five states where officials say limits on school mask mandates may be in violation of federal disability laws.
Program Offers A Home, Family To Adults With Developmental Disabilities
For adults with developmental disabilities who don't want to live alone or in a group home, adult foster care offers the opportunity to be matched with a family.