Parkinson’s Disease in Older Adults: What You Need to Know
Parkinson's disease (PD) is a disease whose cause remains largely unknown. However, treatment options do exist for improving symptoms.
Fighting an Assisted Living Discharge
When you move into an assisted living complex, you expect to spend the rest of your days there. However, many assisted living residents suddenly find themselves facing eviction from their homes when their health deteriorates.
DOGE Cuts Popular Program for Students With Disabilities
A promising new initiative launched by the United States Department of Education for students with disabilities has been shuttered by the Department of Government Efficiency.
Disability Advocates Sue Social Security Administration
A coalition of national advocacy organizations and individual plaintiffs with disabilities have filed a federal lawsuit against the Social Security Administration, the newly formed Department of Government Efficiency, and top federal officials.
Grant Funding for Children With Special Needs
For parents of a child with disabilities, government agencies have programs designed to help with health care and general expenses. As helpful as these programs can be, in many cases more assistance is necessary.
Choosing an Investment Advisor for a Special Needs Trust
In many cases, the trustee of a special needs trust should hire a professional investment advisor. Here are some guidelines for hiring one.
10 Tips to Consider for Special Needs Planning
Careful planning for a loved one with special needs is critical in protecting their future. This article offers tips and a comprehensive approach to care and financial support without affecting government benefits.
Rideshare Apps: Pros and Cons for People With Disabilities
For individuals with disabilities, rideshare services such as Uber and Lyft can be both a valuable resource and a source of frustration.
A Vocational Training Program for Students With Disabilities
Many parents are unaware of a half-billion-dollar federal program providing funding to states that is supposed to help students with disabilities enter the workforce when they leave high school.
Passing Retirement Benefits to a Child With Special Needs
Many parents have their retirement savings socked away in 401(k)s and IRAs. There are ways for beneficiaries to avoid paying taxes on the funds prematurely, but when a beneficiary has special needs, things get thorny.