CHAT received a $16.5 million grant from the state. CHICO, Calif. – The Chico Housing Action Team announced it has received $16.5 million in funding […]
Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities: Five Basic Facts
This landmark legally-binding treaty came into force on 3 May 2008, marking a major milestone in the effort to promote, protect and ensure the full and equal enjoyment […]
The inside story of Kelsey Conness
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) – A new ice cream shop has opened in Evansville just in time for summer, but it’s not just the fun flavors that set it […]
BCSO searching for at-risk missing person diagnosed with intellectual disability
Authorities believe the man’s disappearance poses a “significant threat to their own health and safety.” Bexar County, Texas — The Bexar County Sheriff’s Office is searching for a […]
New Bedford man accused of stealing $450,000 in disability benefits from military veterans
NEW BEDFORD, Mass. (WPRI) — A New Bedford man has been charged with stealing hundreds of thousands of dollars in disability pensions from a U.S. Marine Corps veteran, […]
An intriguing HBO documentary about a quadriplegic esports team
“Quad God” Tribeca Film Festival A substantially conventional documentary, Jess Jacklin’s Quad Gods would probably work better as a 90-minute pilot for an ongoing documentary series than as […]
Questions over state plans for adults with disabilities
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — Advocacy groups for people with disabilities are telling people who have loved ones in state-run community homes that they don’t have to leave. NewsChannel […]
New Bedford man accused of stealing disability benefits meant for ALS veteran
A New Bedford man is facing multiple criminal charges in connection with a scheme to steal more than $450,000 intended for a 20-year Marine Corps veteran with Lou […]
Maine Builds New System for Children and Adults with Disabilities
Enrollment for the lifetime exemption scheme could open in fall 2025. MAINE, USA — Maine is creating a new system to ensure one of the state’s most vulnerable […]
Fenton nonprofit provides job training to people with learning disabilities | Business
The Way Coffee Company has been in business for just over a year, teaching job skills one cup of coffee at a time. FENTON, Mich. […]