Should You Hire a Special Education Advocate?
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) makes public education available to children with disabilities ages 3 to 21. The…
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Disability Community Continues Fight for Access to Home Care
A 1999 Supreme Court case, Olmstead v. LC, granted people with disabilities the right to live at home and receive…
Read MoreWork Without Worry Act Would Aid Thousands of Working People With Disabilities
Currently, individuals who acquired a severe disability prior to age 22 are eligible for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) based…
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People with disabilities may qualify for certain financial assistance programs through the federal government. Social Security Disability Insurance is one…
Read MoreThinking About “Guardianship”?
Parents considering Guardianship often ask us whether it is appropriate for their special needs child, not always realizing there are…
Read MoreAbilityOne Program: Employment for People With Disabilities
People with disabilities in the labor force face higher unemployment rates, work fewer hours, earn lower incomes, and accumulate less wealth…
Read MoreObtaining a Protective Order for a Person With a Disability
No one deserves to suffer harm. People with disabilities are especially vulnerable to abuse, neglect, and financial exploitation. However, there…
Read MoreSSDI for Adults With Disabilities When a Parent Retires
When the parent of an adult with disabilities retires or passes away, the child may qualify for federal disability benefits,…
Read More8 Back to School Tips: Managing the IEP Team and Process
As these last summer days wind down, our community of parents prepare for a new school year and implementation of…
Read MoreVITAL Act: Affordable Housing for People With Disabilities
Although 26 percent of people in the United States have a disability, only 6 percent of housing meets basic accessibility…
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