Takeaways For students with disabilities, assistive technology can make the difference between merely attending school and truly participating in it. A new report from the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) looks at how schools are
Takeaways For many people, driving represents independence, mobility, and access to work, school, and community life. Individuals with autism spectrum disorder are no exception. Many people with autism are capable, safe drivers, but some experience
Siblings report that conversations with their parents about a disabled brother or sister’s long term care can feel emotionally charged, overwhelming, or frightening. Parents, who are focused on meeting daily needs and navigating services, are
Takeaways Having conversations about end-of-life care can be challenging, and many people avoid them. According to The Conversation Project, 92 percent of Americans acknowledge the importance of talking over their end-of-life care wishes but only 32
Takeaways If you have a disability that prevents you from working, you may choose to apply for Social Security disability benefits. The federal government provides income to individuals with disabilities through two programs: The Social Security
Takeaways Where you live can have a huge impact on your quality of life, especially for the more than one in four Americans who live with a disability. A disability-friendly city can help people with
Believe it or not, despite the subzero January temperatures, summer is a few short months away! Summer camps can be a wonderful place for your child to experience something new in a safe and supported
Takeaways AARP and the National Alliance for Caregiving recently published a joint report titled Caregiving in the U.S. 2025: Caring Across States. According to the research, an estimated 63 million Americans are serving as family caregivers. That is roughly
Takeaways What is a Special Needs Trust? A special needs trust (SNT) is a specific legal tool created to manage assets for people with disabilities. Its main goal is to protect the individual’s eligibility for
Takeaways When managed correctly, a special needs trust (SNT) can help a person with a disability cover certain expenses while keeping their Medicaid and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits. Managing an SNT takes knowledge and
