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Justice Department Backs Off Disability Rights Enforcement
Federal officials are reversing long-held positions in court cases on the rights of people with disabilities to access community-based services, fueling concerns of a return to institutionalization. The post Justice Department Backs Off Disability Rights Enforcement appeared first on Disability Scoop.
MAHA’s Treatments For Autism: Camel’s Milk, Stem Cell Injections — And Spelling Therapy
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s autism panel is championing a controversial communication method. Critics warn of abuse — and fake "telepathy." The post MAHA’s Treatments For Autism: Camel’s Milk, Stem Cell Injections — And Spelling Therapy appeared first on Disability Scoop.
Meta Taps Disability Groups To Explore Uses For AI Glasses
With a series of grants, Meta is backing efforts to learn how its AI glasses can increase independence and provide other benefits to people with disabilities. The post Meta Taps Disability Groups To Explore Uses For AI Glasses appeared first on Disability Scoop.
Children With Autism Are Drowning In Stormwater Ponds. What Can Be Done?
Multiple children with autism have died after wandering into stormwater retention ponds prompting advocates in one state to push for legislation mandating barriers around them. The post Children With Autism Are Drowning In Stormwater Ponds. What Can Be Done? appeared first on Disability Scoop.
People With Disabilities Say Medicaid’s Limits On Income Stifle Career Advancement
Special Medicaid programs in many states allow people with disabilities to work while receiving benefits, but most limit how much participants can earn and the assets they can hold. The post People With Disabilities Say Medicaid’s Limits On Income Stifle Career Advancement appeared first on Disability Scoop.