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She Got Seizures At 17 Months Old. So Her Dad Wrote A Musical About Epilepsy And Empathy
The family-friendly production, which just had its world premiere, offers an entertaining and educational look at epilepsy, a condition that remains stigmatized despite its ubiquity.
Nike Rolls Out Backpack Prioritizing Accessibility
Nearly a decade after reimagining the way shoes are designed to improve accessibility for people with disabilities, Nike is doing the same thing for backpacks.
Surfing Offers Therapeutic Experience For Children With IDD
Parents say surf therapy is a welcome respite, offering children with mobility issues or sensory sensitivity a chance to overcome those challenges and build confidence as they catch a wave.
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TJ Maxx Selling Apparel Created By Neurodiverse Artists
Hundreds of TJ Maxx stores are offering apparel designed and created by people on the autism spectrum as part of a new partnership.
Caregivers Hope Trump Makes Good On Proposal To Help Them Financially
President-elect Donald Trump's campaign announcement that he will propose tax breaks to ease the strain on family caregivers is welcome news to many facing that challenge.
PBS Kids Show To Feature Main Characters With Autism
In a first, a new PBS Kids series showcasing a cast of neurodiverse characters is headed to television.
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At Maggiano’s Little Italy, A Cooking Class For Adults With Intellectual Disabilities
When a mom learned that the restaurant hosts cooking classes for kids, she proposed a similar class designed for people like her 53-year-old son, who has a disability.
Latinos Lose Out On State’s Disability Services. These Initiatives Bridge The Gap
Latinos often have difficulty accessing services to help their children with developmental disabilities, but some nonprofits are stepping in to help.
Delta Seeks Approval For Seats To Accommodate Wheelchairs In Flight
Plans are moving forward to allow people with disabilities to remain in their wheelchairs when they travel on commercial aircraft.
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Justice Department Settles With Cubs Over Alleged ADA Violations
The agreement settles a two-year-old lawsuit alleging that the $1 billion renovation of one of the most famous venues in baseball relegated fans with disabilities to the worst seats in the house.
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.
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.