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Theme Park Adding New ‘Hidden Disability’ Accommodations
In a first-of-its-kind move, a popular theme park will offer a discrete way for visitors to alert staff throughout the park that they may need extra help even if their disability isn't apparent.
Ruling Revives Lawsuit To Allow State Funding For Special Ed To Go To Religious Schools
In a move that could have nationwide implications, an appeals court revived a lawsuit by families who sued over one state's policy of not funding special education programs at religious schools.
Autism Diagnoses Surge Among Kids, Adults
The number of American children and adults diagnosed with autism increased 175% in roughly a decade, according to new research that shows an uptick among certain groups appears to be driving the trend.
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Inclusive Dental Clinic An ‘Oasis’ For Patients With Disabilities
With wider doors and hallways, special equipment, a desensitization room and more, the clinic offers people with a wide range of disabilities a place where "patients dictate the pace of the work."
Schools Nationwide Scramble To Fill Special Ed Vacancies
Schools struggled to fill teaching positions — especially those focused on serving students with disabilities — even as classes got underway this fall, data shows.
Disability Rights Activist Pushes Government To Let Him Participate In Society
Garret Frey won a U.S. Supreme Court case as a teenager who needed assistance to attend high school. Now, he's gained concessions from Medicaid to help him live at home instead of in a care facility.
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Walmart Said It Would Excuse Worker’s Absences For Seizures Then Fired Her, Feds Say
Walmart is accused of firing an employee for missing work to recover from seizures, one of three lawsuits related to disability accommodations that the company has agreed to settle for $175,000.
On Broadway, A New Effort To Include Those With Autism
Sensory-friendly Broadway shows have been offered for years, but a new initiative aims to accommodate people with autism at regular performances held on some of the most prominent stages in theater.
Pediatricians Get Guidance On Contraception For Those With IDD
Despite its controversial history, new guidance to the nation's pediatricians recommends that permanent contraception should be an option for individuals with intellectual disability.
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‘This Is The Stuff For A Movie’: Standout High School Football Player Has Autism
Byron Lewis is an imposing 6-foot-4, 280-pound senior, a standout lineman who has dreams of winning a state championship this year and possibly playing in college. Oh, and by the way, he has autism.
Feds Crack Down On Airline Mistreatment Of Passengers With Disabilities
Federal officials are imposing a record-setting $50 million penalty on the nation's largest airline for disability rights violations, a sum 25 times higher than any previous fine for similar issues.
SSI Recipients Will Get An Extra Check In November. Here’s What To Know
A calendar quirk means that individuals with disabilities who receive Supplemental Security Income benefits will see their payments arrive slightly off schedule.