Guest author: Susan Mack of Engage IL Engage IL is a grassroots coalition representing the interests of self-advocates with disabilities and their families who want to create a self-directed, strength-based life in their home community.
Takeaways One in five children in the United States have special needs, per the Annie E. Casey Foundation. These include children with physical, developmental, and behavioral disabilities. Beyond day-to-day responsibilities such as taking a child to
Takeaways Irish actor Colin Farrell, star of the TV crime drama “The Penguin,” made recent headlines in connection with his 21-year-old son James, who has a genetic developmental disability called Angelman syndrome. In an interview
by Guest Author: Kate Lakowski, NCSP Going back to school can be tough, not just for our children with special needs, but for parents as well. To help families transition smoothly into a new school
Takeaways Many families in the United States are navigating care for a loved one with special needs. According to the United States Census, a quarter of all households in the U.S. have a member with a
Takeaways The United States Census reports that over 3 million American children live with a disability. When reaching adulthood, these individuals and their families turn their focus to housing options that offer support and foster independence. According
Takeaways For families of children with disabilities, planning for a lifetime of support is both a practical necessity and a compassionate act. One of the most powerful tools available to help secure a stable financial
Takeaways Managing a special needs trust comes with significant responsibilities, particularly when investing the trust’s assets. A trustee must ensure that the trust’s resources are used to enhance the beneficiary’s quality of life while preserving
Takeaways Raising children takes a great deal of time, energy, and money. According to 2022 data, the average estimated cost of raising a child born in 2015 from birth to age 17 was more than $300,000.
Takeaways Rideshare services such as Uber and Lyft have transformed the way people travel, offering convenience, affordability, and accessibility that traditional taxis often lack. For individuals with disabilities, these services can be both a valuable
