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‘Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood’ Adds Character With Autism
A recurring character with autism is coming to the PBS KIDS show "Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood" and he's voiced by a teenager on the spectrum.
Family To Get $2 Million After Teen With Special Needs Choked To Death At School
His IEP required that he have a dedicated aide, but no one was watching when Kedar Williams choked on a chicken nugget. Now, his memory may help save the lives of others with disabilities.
Ed Department Urged To Direct More COVID-19 Relief Funds To Students With Disabilities
The U.S. Department of Education is being asked to tell schools to direct funding toward students with disabilities who have missed out on services they were entitled to during the pandemic.
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Airbnb Tailoring Experiences To Neurodiverse Guests
Airbnb is introducing a new slate of offerings specifically aimed at neurodiverse individuals, including those with autism.
Woman With Developmental Disability Among Victims In Boulder Shooting
Teri Leiker, 51, a longtime employee at the grocery store where the mass shooting occurred, was a member of the intellectual and developmental disabilities community.
Virtual Special Olympics Brings Smiles To Students’ Faces
While ensuring COVID-safe practices, a team of educators worked together to give special education students the opportunity to participate virtually.
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Calls Grow For April To Be Designated ‘Autism Acceptance Month’
April has long been known as "Autism Awareness Month," but advocates are pushing this time around for a federal designation of the month focused on acceptance instead.
People With Disabilities Left Behind In Push To Overcome Pandemic
Millions of Americans with disabilities are being overlooked during the pandemic recovery, stuck at home without therapy or social programs, and struggling to book COVID-19 vaccinations.
A Video Game Makes Math And English Classes A Full-Body Experience
An online platform created to help kids in special ed combines physical activity with a virtual world featuring bright colors and animated characters to engage even the shyest students.
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Waiting Lists May Be Eliminated For Disability Services Provided By Medicaid
Work is underway on legislation that could fundamentally transform the nation's system of home- and community-based services for people with disabilities.
Stimulus Payments Headed To Adult Dependents With Disabilities
For the first time since the start of the pandemic, stimulus checks are going out to many people with disabilities regardless of whether they're considered dependents.
Boston Marathon Icon Known For Pushing His Son’s Wheelchair Dies At 80
Dick Hoyt — who pushed his son with cerebral palsy in more than 1,200 distance races and inspired people around the world to include those with disabilities in athletics — has died.