People with intellectual and developmental disabilities face significant barriers to meaningful employment. In Illinois, just 10-15% of those seeking competitive, integrated jobs are employed. Stigma and outdated misconceptions around this specific population’s abilities often are
Takeaways The modern family is no longer defined by the nuclear model. Today, blended families — where one or both partners bring children from previous relationships — are increasingly common. So-called “nontraditional” families, including blended
Takeaways Preparing a comprehensive estate plan to protect a child with special needs can be an emotional roller coaster. On the one hand, parents should be relieved that they are taking steps to guarantee that
Takeaways If you’ve had a health insurance claim denied, you’re not alone. Of the more than 5 billion payment claims filed each year, health insurance companies deny about 850 million of them, according to claim
A comprehensive list of questions for individuals with special needs and their families to ask when choosing a group home.
For families navigating the complexities of raising a child with special needs, long-term financial planning is more than a goal—it’s a necessity. If you’re a member of the Illinois Teachers’ Retirement System (TRS), you may
Takeaways One of the nation’s largest federal programs, Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) provides benefits if you qualify as “insured.” This means you have worked and paid enough Social Security taxes into the system. Qualifying for SSDI
Takeaways Autism, also known as autism spectrum disorder (ASD), is a developmental condition that affects how people communicate, behave, and interact with others. Public understanding of autism has evolved significantly in recent years, moving away from outdated
Takeaways Parents of children with autism are all too familiar with the challenges and rewards of raising a child with autism. Children with autism may struggle in social settings and with feeling comfortable leaving their
Takeaways For the tens of millions of Americans living with a disability, financial hardship often accompanies the physical and emotional challenges they can face on the path to full participation in society. Many disabled individuals
