Like many parents of children with learning disabilities, Scott Pitta feels overwhelmed by school meetings to develop a teaching plan for his son’s autism. Complex and difficult special […]
June 2024 round up of learning disability statistics and data
With the public consultation period for the Learning Disabilities, Autism and Neurodivergence (LDAN) Bill now over and we await the Scottish Government (SG) to publish its findings at […]
Realizing the inclusion of people with disabilities in the corporate workplace
The importance of creating a disability-friendly workplace has long been emphasized, but a recent report found that less than 19% of private sector companies in India have specific […]
Bill providing partial disability benefits to all West Virginia emergency responders goes into effect Thursday | WV News
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Integrating People with Disabilities into Maryland’s Climate Action Plan
This week, Governor Wes Moore signed a landmark executive order aimed at protecting us from climate change while promoting an inclusive economy. The order directs all agencies to […]
Prom celebrates achievements of local students with disabilities
This weekend will be a chance for children with disabilities across the Capital Region to relax and celebrate important teenage milestones. This weekend will be a chance for […]
Gwinnett nonprofit trains service dogs for disabled veterans – WSB-TV Channel 2
GWINNETT COUNTY, Ga. — A Gwinnett County nonprofit is trying to help local disabled veterans recover, one close friend at a time. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for […]
Love Island’s Patsy says ‘being different is cool’ as she talks about her disability
Love Island Summer 2024 contestant Patsy Field has opened up about her disability and proudly said: “It’s cool to be different.” Speaking with her current partner Manvir Jabar […]
When do I become eligible for medical disability benefits upon retirement?
Below are questions submitted by readers to Federal Times columnist Reg Jones, a founding member of the Senior Executive Service and an expert on federal employee retirement issues. […]
Disability comedy outperforms French blockbuster
The low-budget French comedy, set in a camp for the disabled, became a “social phenomenon” in France, beating out Hollywood blockbusters such as “Dune 2” and the “Mad […]