Stories from January 2009
Family EBays Everything To Pay For Children’s Treatments
A Georgia couple listed everything they own on eBay -- minus their house -- to pay for treatments for their children. But the winning bidder wants to pay the couple and let them keep their belongings.
With High Risk For Disability, Birth Of Octuplets Raises Ethical Questions
As more details emerge about the birth of octuplets on Monday, fertility specialists and medical ethicists are debating who should be a candidate for fertility treatments.
Super Bowl XLIII Potential Boon For Those With Developmental Disabilities
The golden glow of towels waving in the stands at the Super Bowl this Sunday will be supporting far more than the Pittsburgh Steelers playing on the field. Proceeds from the $7 towels go to support people with developmental disabilities.
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Attorney Accused Of Taking Funds From Those With Disabilities
An attorney tasked by New York courts with managing money for dozens of individuals with illnesses and disabilities was charged Wednesday with taking more than $4 million from them.
Law Makes It Easier To Fight Pay Discrimination
A law signed Thursday by President Barack Obama makes it easier for workers -- including those with disabilities -- to sue for wage discrimination.
House Passes Stimulus Plan
The House of Representatives approved a $819 billion economic stimulus package Wednesday evening, which includes funding for special education and a one-time stimulus payment for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients.
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Gatorade Ad Spotlights Man With Autism
When Gatorade set out to re-brand itself as "G," the company did more than give itself a new name.
Mental Health Issues Often Undiagnosed In Those With Disabilities
As many as half of all children with developmental disabilities may also have mental health issues, which often go undiagnosed, experts say.
Service Dog Is Man’s Best Friend And More
For two Illinois siblings with autism, life a year ago was full of meltdowns, limited social interaction and frequent instances of wandering away from their mom. But that all changed when the family got a service dog.
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Congressman Wants Answers On School Restraint And Seclusion
Following a report exposing physical and emotional injuries resulting from seclusion and restraint tactics schools use to handle behavior, the chair of the House Education and Labor Committee is calling for an investigation.
Special Olympics This February To Feature “Unified Teams”
Come February 7, about 2,400 athletes with disabilities will convene in Boise, Idaho to compete in the largest ever winter sporting event -- the 2009 Special Olympics World Winter Games.
Disability Agencies, Nonprofits Feeling Credit Crunch Too
Think your wallet is pinched these days. You're not alone. And now, even large nonprofits whose business it is to assist people with developmental disabilities are unable to get credit.