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Google Launches Program To Hire More People With Autism
Google is teaming up with Stanford University in an effort to make its workforce more neurodiverse.
After Decades Apart, Woman Connects With Secretly Institutionalized Sister
Until she was 13, Katherine Hamann did not know she had a sister. It took her 13 more years before the two met. Today, she works as both guardian and advocate for others with disabilities.
Genetic Testing ‘Strongly Recommended’ For Kids With Intellectual Disability
A new recommendation from a leading medical association is urging children with intellectual disability, developmental delay and other congenital anomalies to undergo genetic testing.
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Schools, Parents Aim To Make Up Pandemic Losses For Students In Special Ed
After students with disabilities missed out on services during the pandemic, some schools say they will try to make up for lost learning, but parents and advocates worry it won't be enough.
Millions Headed To States For Respite Care
Federal officials are sending millions of dollars to states to strengthen respite care services for families of those with disabilities and other special needs.
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.
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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.
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.
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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.
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.