#disabilities

[ follow ]
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago

ICE in NYC: Disabled asylum seeker detained without contact for over a week, parents skipping meals to pay for detained son's release | amNewYork

Edwin Velasquez Munoz, a Peruvian asylum-seeker with disabilities, was detained for over a week after attending a court hearing without access to legal or familial support.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Government's watered-down benefits bill clears Commons

The government's benefits bill is poised to become law soon after approval, including cuts to health-related universal credit elements.
NYC parents
fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago

With new funding, advocates and City Council seek greater support for preschoolers with disabilities | amNewYork

Shortage of staff and funding impedes necessary support services for preschool-aged children with disabilities in New York City.
#special-educational-needs
fromwww.cbc.ca
4 weeks ago

How some students with disabilities avoid the 'transition cliff' after high school | CBC News

"It's been very important to learn here, because you're moving into the real world. You're now evolving into this whole different person," he said ahead of graduating from Project Search.
Education
Non-profit organizations
fromFortune
1 month ago

Florida man and his accountant charged with stealing over $100 million from a trust fund he founded for people with special needs

Two Florida men have been indicted for allegedly stealing over $100 million from a nonprofit for people with disabilities.
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago

Federal judge rules some people can stay at Berkeley homeless encampment

The federal judge's ruling allows disabled individuals in a Berkeley homeless encampment to remain during the city's planned cleanup.
#education
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
1 month ago

Inclusive Early Childhood Education Center Arrives in Brooklyn

New annex for students with autism and disabilities opens this fall at Flatbush elementary school, promoting inclusion and local accessibility.
NYC parents
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

Families say school civil rights investigations have stalled after federal cuts

The use of seclusion rooms in schools raises concerns about children's mental health and safety, particularly for those with disabilities.
SF parents
fromKPBS Public Media
3 months 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.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
1 month ago

Inclusive Early Childhood Education Center Arrives in Brooklyn

New annex for students with autism and disabilities opens this fall at Flatbush elementary school, promoting inclusion and local accessibility.
NYC parents
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

Families say school civil rights investigations have stalled after federal cuts

The use of seclusion rooms in schools raises concerns about children's mental health and safety, particularly for those with disabilities.
SF parents
fromKPBS Public Media
3 months 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.
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Using Empathy and Discipline When Parenting Kids With Disabilities

Discipline should be guided by empathy, not replaced by it.
Adjust your expectations-don't eliminate them.
A consistent structure is a powerful expression of love.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Elderly and disabled Californians with more than $2,000 could lose Medi-Cal

California's proposed asset limits for Medi-Cal eligibility could endanger coverage for those with disabilities and the elderly,
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months 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.
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

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.
fromIndependent
3 months ago

Grace report: 'Lack of evidence of sexual abuse' finding met with disbelief by TDs

The commission of investigation report highlights the severe neglect Grace faced at the hands of her foster mother, alongside the lack of oversight from health authorities.
UK news
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

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

Kellen Hedler, a fourth-grader with Down syndrome, exemplifies the success of inclusion in education, spending over 80% of his school day alongside non-disabled peers.
US news
SF parents
fromwww.npr.org
3 months 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.
fromCbsnews
4 months ago

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

Zach Mecham highlights the contradictions faced by those with disabilities, addressing the challenge of Medicaid policies that demand employment while also imposing restrictive rules that hinder full-time work.
Retirement
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Not just about cuts': Liz Kendall says benefits changes will help people find jobs

Kendall emphasized the need to transform jobcentres from punitive environments to supportive spaces that truly assist disabled jobseekers
London startup
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
4 months ago

State to Allocate $85M Over 5 Years to Support Disability Transitions

New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced an $85 million initiative to support adults with mental illness and disabilities in transitioning to independent living.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago

Help Children With Disabilities and Their Siblings Get Along

Parents can foster positive sibling relationships among children with disabilities by promoting warmth and limiting favoritism.
Sibling relationships are essential for well-being, but may be strained when a child has a disability.
Washington DC
fromwww.housingwire.com
4 months ago

DC Housing Authority seeks settlement with HUD over alleged mistreatment of disabled tenants

DCHA is working to improve accessibility for disabled individuals despite ongoing allegations and legal challenges regarding compliance with housing regulations.
fromwww.bbc.com
4 months ago

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.
Toronto
fromwww.cbc.ca
5 months ago

Snowbanks on city streets pose 'serious accessibility barriers' for voters with disabilities, advocates say | CBC News

Access to polling stations for people with disabilities is critical, especially during elections.
Social justice
fromAxios
5 months ago

Americans with disabilities warn protections are vanishing in Trump's DEI rollback

President Trump's policies threaten the hard-won rights and protections for people with disabilities in health care, education, and legal rights.
Retirement
fromBusiness Insider
5 months ago

Trump's sweeping DOGE-driven cuts are impacting military veterans, who say the firings are causing fear and confusion

Trump's government cuts are disproportionately impacting military veterans, causing job losses and raising concerns over future benefits.
fromPortlandTribune.com
6 months ago

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

Virtual schooling offers a transformative platform, particularly for students with disabilities, allowing for a controlled learning environment that minimizes distractions.
Education
fromEngadget
9 months ago

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

Starting this fall, Uber will implement self-identification options for riders who are deaf/hard-of-hearing or blind/low vision, addressing their concerns about ride accessibility.
Tech industry
fromBuzzFeed
9 months ago

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

"I feel the rule of giving extra credit for not using the bathroom is completely unfair, it's unethical, and inhumane because it disregards basic human needs..."
Education
fromPortlandTribune.com
11 months ago

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

The Oregon Health Authority announced that the federal Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services has approved the expansion of a support program for older adults and people with disabilities, allowing them to live independently.
Medicine
[ Load more ]