Students with unique needs may benefit from additional support, services, and programs at school. Children with certain disabilities, such as autism, dyslexia, or ADHD, may benefit from an Individualized Education Program (IEP) or placement in
A personal injury settlement can affect disability claims differently depending on the situation as well as where you live. Social Security programs like Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) have different
Summer is here, and travel adventures are a great way for families to spend quality time together after a busy school year. Traveling can be stressful for our kids with special needs (and for the rest
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) are two federal disability benefits programs that provide monetary assistance for people with disabilities. Both programs allow recipients who work to deduct certain impairment-related work expenses from
Since its creation in 1972, the federal Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program has provided financial support to low-income individuals who are over age 65 or have a disability. In March 2024, more than 7.4 million people across the United
For adults receiving disability benefits, pursuing a career is often not an option. To receive such benefits, an individual must not be able to engage in “substantial gainful activity.” The federal government defines substantial gainful
Last month, I wrote about the constant thread of isolation that mothers of special needs kids feel. While I wrote the essay to mothers in honor of Mother’s Day, it was equally directed to fathers
With a new commissioner at the helm, the Social Security Administration (SSA) has been announcing several policy changes in recent weeks. For example, one such shift in policy includes a decision to remove food from
People with disabilities, regardless of age, often face barriers to living on their own. However, a variety of community-based independent living options options present an alternative to long-term care facilities, helping individuals with disabilities maintain
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is a federal public assistance program that seeks to support people with disabilities. When applying for SSDI, many people want to know upfront how much they will be eligible to
