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UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Top KC claims assisted dying bill not compatible with human rights convention

Assisted dying bill criticized for potentially breaching human rights regarding protections for disabled individuals.
#health-risks
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago
Mental health

When Natural Disasters Hit, People With Disabilities Feel Them First and Worst'

People with disabilities are particularly vulnerable during natural disasters and often lack adequate preparedness.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago
Mental health

When Natural Disasters Hit, People With Disabilities Feel Them First and Worst'

People with disabilities are particularly vulnerable during natural disasters and often lack adequate preparedness.
more#health-risks
#special-education
Education
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Opinion: The Nation's Report Card is out. Students with disabilities deserve better

Students with disabilities are significantly underperforming compared to their non-disabled peers, indicating a crisis in special education.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

As special ed students are integrated more at school, teacher training is evolving

Kellen Hedler represents the positive effects of inclusive education for students with disabilities, needing better teacher preparation for success.
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago
Education

Special ed students benefit from being integrated at school. It doesn't always happen

Inclusion in general education classes benefits students with disabilities, improving their academic, communication, and social skills.
Education
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Opinion: The Nation's Report Card is out. Students with disabilities deserve better

Students with disabilities are significantly underperforming compared to their non-disabled peers, indicating a crisis in special education.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

As special ed students are integrated more at school, teacher training is evolving

Kellen Hedler represents the positive effects of inclusive education for students with disabilities, needing better teacher preparation for success.
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago
Education

Special ed students benefit from being integrated at school. It doesn't always happen

Inclusion in general education classes benefits students with disabilities, improving their academic, communication, and social skills.
more#special-education
#government-efficiency
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago
SF parents

DOGE abruptly cut a program for teens with disabilities. This student is 'devastated'

The cancellation of the Charting My Path program by DOGE has disrupted critical support for students with disabilities transitioning to adulthood.
fromKPBS Public Media
3 weeks ago
SF parents

DOGE abruptly cut a program for teens with disabilities. This student is 'devastated'

The cancellation of federal contracts, particularly 'Charting My Path', significantly impacts vulnerable students transitioning to adulthood.
SF parents
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

DOGE abruptly cut a program for teens with disabilities. This student is 'devastated'

The cancellation of the Charting My Path program by DOGE has disrupted critical support for students with disabilities transitioning to adulthood.
SF parents
fromKPBS Public Media
3 weeks ago

DOGE abruptly cut a program for teens with disabilities. This student is 'devastated'

The cancellation of federal contracts, particularly 'Charting My Path', significantly impacts vulnerable students transitioning to adulthood.
more#government-efficiency
#medicaid
fromCbsnews
1 month ago
Retirement

Many people with disabilities risk losing their Medicaid if they work too much

Medicaid rules complicate work opportunities for people with disabilities, raising concerns about politicians' push for work requirements.
fromPortlandTribune.com
8 months ago
Medicine

More senior Oregonians, those with disabilities, to become eligible for in-home service

Oregon's program expansion allows more support for older adults and disabled individuals to live independently, funded by Medicaid.
fromCbsnews
1 month ago
Retirement

Many people with disabilities risk losing their Medicaid if they work too much

Medicaid rules complicate work opportunities for people with disabilities, raising concerns about politicians' push for work requirements.
fromPortlandTribune.com
8 months ago
Medicine

More senior Oregonians, those with disabilities, to become eligible for in-home service

Oregon's program expansion allows more support for older adults and disabled individuals to live independently, funded by Medicaid.
more#medicaid
#mental-health
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago
London politics

Adult social care: 'Smiles show people are happy'

The Greenwood Centre, Camden's first independent living facility for adults with disabilities, received an outstanding rating from CQC, highlighting its commitment to quality and equity.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago
London politics

Adult social care: 'Smiles show people are happy'

The Greenwood Centre, Camden's first independent living facility for adults with disabilities, received an outstanding rating from CQC, highlighting its commitment to quality and equity.
more#mental-health
#education
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago
Education

Job Training Exists for Students With Disabilities. Many Never Get It.

Many students with disabilities lack workforce preparation despite available programs.
New Jersey has the lowest support rate for eligible students with disabilities.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago
Education

Saratoga's College of Adaptive Arts receives $100,000 county grant

Saratoga's College of Adaptive Arts received a $100,000 grant to enhance education for people with disabilities, focusing on technology and individual student needs.
Education
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Job Training Exists for Students With Disabilities. Many Never Get It.

Many students with disabilities lack workforce preparation despite available programs.
New Jersey has the lowest support rate for eligible students with disabilities.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago
Education

Saratoga's College of Adaptive Arts receives $100,000 county grant

Saratoga's College of Adaptive Arts received a $100,000 grant to enhance education for people with disabilities, focusing on technology and individual student needs.
more#education
fromPortlandTribune.com
3 months ago
Education

OPINION: There are benefits to learning online for students needing special education

Virtual schooling transforms education for students with disabilities by providing controlled learning environments that reduce distractions.
#special-educational-needs
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago
UK politics

Inquiry to look at huge task' of special educational needs reform in England

Reform of England's special educational needs and disabilities system is challenging and will not happen quickly despite ongoing inquiries.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago
Education

The Guardian view on reforming special needs education: a demanding test for ministers | Editorial

The SEND system in England is in crisis due to significant funding inadequacies and an urgent need for reform.
fromwww.bbc.com
8 months ago
Privacy professionals

No quick fix to special-needs failures, parents told

The government acknowledges the challenges faced by families with children with special educational needs and disabilities, emphasizing the need for systemic reform.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago
UK politics

Inquiry to look at huge task' of special educational needs reform in England

Reform of England's special educational needs and disabilities system is challenging and will not happen quickly despite ongoing inquiries.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago
Education

The Guardian view on reforming special needs education: a demanding test for ministers | Editorial

The SEND system in England is in crisis due to significant funding inadequacies and an urgent need for reform.
fromwww.bbc.com
8 months ago
Privacy professionals

No quick fix to special-needs failures, parents told

The government acknowledges the challenges faced by families with children with special educational needs and disabilities, emphasizing the need for systemic reform.
more#special-educational-needs
#accessibility
Remote teams
fromMiami Herald
4 months ago

Americans with disabilities work remotely more than the general population in these states

Remote work has improved accessibility for many workers with disabilities, but geographical disparities remain in remote job access.
fromEngadget
6 months ago
Tech industry

Uber will let riders disclose whether they're hard of hearing or have low vision

Uber will enhance accessibility by allowing riders to self-identify if they are deaf/hard-of-hearing or blind/low vision starting this fall.
Remote teams
fromMiami Herald
4 months ago

Americans with disabilities work remotely more than the general population in these states

Remote work has improved accessibility for many workers with disabilities, but geographical disparities remain in remote job access.
fromEngadget
6 months ago
Tech industry

Uber will let riders disclose whether they're hard of hearing or have low vision

Uber will enhance accessibility by allowing riders to self-identify if they are deaf/hard-of-hearing or blind/low vision starting this fall.
more#accessibility
Miscellaneous
fromBig Think
6 months ago

The Cybathlon: Bionic athletes compete for the gold - and push assistive technologies forward

The Cybathlon showcases the integration of technology with human effort to enhance daily tasks for those with disabilities.
fromBuzzFeed
7 months ago
Education

A Teacher Is Giving Students Extra Credit If They Don't Use The Restroom During Class, And Parents Are Livid

A school policy penalizing restroom use by withholding extra credit is deemed unfair and harmful by parents.
Such policies disproportionately affect students with disabilities and female students.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
7 months ago
New York City

Bexley man with learning difficulties left without working shower for 'months'

Residents in assisted living are facing severe neglect in hygiene due to low water pressure, likened to conditions from the 1950s.
fromWIRED
8 months ago
OMG science

John McFall, the Astronaut Flag Bearer at the Paris Paralympics, Is Ready to Fly

People with lower limb disabilities can participate in long-duration space missions without significant challenges, paving the way for greater inclusivity in space exploration.
fromIndependent
9 months ago
Writing

By the time my sister was a teenager, people came to know there was 'something wrong with her brain'

The bond between siblings and individuals with severe disabilities is characterized by frustration, anxiety, and deep protectiveness.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
11 months ago
Brooklyn

MTA offers virtual webinars to congestion pricing's disability exemption plan

MTA hosting virtual webinars for Individual Disability Exemption Plan (IDEP) to exempt vehicles carrying people with disabilities from congestion pricing zone.
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