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With the midterm elections approaching, disability advocates are offering up guidance to prepare voters with developmental #disabilities as they head to the polls. #voting #election #midterms disabilityscoop.com/2026/10/…
When his son with #autism wanted to make friends as an adult, one dad took inspiration from the popular dating show "Love on the Spectrum" and created a social club for 20-somethings. #disabilities disabilityscoop.com/2026/10/…
A new film recounts one woman's seven-year experience at the only facility in the country known to use electric shock devices to address behaviors in people with #disabilities. disabilityscoop.com/2026/10/…
#SSI benefits for many people with #disabilities will surpass $1,000 per month for the first time next year making it even harder for beneficiaries to save without exceeding the program's asset limits. disabilityscoop.com/2026/10/…
Research from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention finds that more children across the nation are being diagnosed with #autism and other developmental #disabilities. #CDC disabilityscoop.com/2026/10/…
Senators are urging the government to impose stricter rules for companies that receive billions to build complex computer systems determining #Medicaid eligibility. #disabilities disabilityscoop.com/2026/10/…
A fast-growing #autism therapy firm operating in multiple states has acknowledged that it is under a federal investigation over its billing practices and is "working" with investigators. #disabilities disabilityscoop.com/2026/10/…
A first-of-its-kind radio station dedicated to showcasing the work of people with #disabilities is making its debut. disabilityscoop.com/2026/10/…
Federal regulators are green-lighting a new tool designed to assist clinicians in identifying children with #autism. #disabilities #FDA disabilityscoop.com/2026/10/…
Filmmaker Siân Heder, known for "CODA," talks about "Being Heumann," her new movie coming out this fall, which centers on a pivotal moment in the disability rights movement. #disabilities #BeingHeumann disabilityscoop.com/2026/10/…
A state constitutional amendment would require an extra step before taking away the right to #vote for people with #disabilities who are placed under #guardianships. disabilityscoop.com/2026/10/…
A growing number of students in the nation’s schools have #disabilities, new data shows, and they are more likely to experience restraint, seclusion and other discipline. #SpecialEducation #IEP #504 disabilityscoop.com/2026/10/…
Riding horses or even just spending time around them can make a big difference for kids with #autism, helping to reduce hyperactivity and boost social skills, new research suggests. #disabilities disabilityscoop.com/2026/10/…
An estimated 360,000 students nationwide are twice-exceptional meaning that they are intellectually gifted but also have learning differences. A handful of schools are dedicated to serving them. #disabilities #gifted #TwiceExceptional disabilityscoop.com/2026/10/…
For the first time, individuals with #disabilities could see their Supplemental Security Income benefit from the federal government top $1,000 per month. #SSI #SocialSecurity disabilityscoop.com/2026/10/…
RJ Mitte, an actor with #CerebralPalsy who played the son of drug lord Walter White in "Breaking Bad" and who spoke out for disability inclusion, has died at 34. #BreakingBad #disabilities #RJMitte disabilityscoop.com/2026/10/…
Special savings accounts that recently debuted may be a boon for families, but experts warn that without careful planning, they could compromise access to disability benefits. #TrumpAccounts #disabilities #SSI #Medicaid disabilityscoop.com/2026/10/…
The "profound autism" label has gained traction in recent years as a way to describe individuals on the more severe end of the spectrum, but now there is an effort to clarify exactly who qualifies. #disabilities #autism #ProfoundAutism disabilityscoop.com/2026/10/…
Despite dealing with muscle incoordination and slurred speech, a pair of accomplished weightlifters started competing in powerlifting contests — not just ones for para athletes — and winning. #disabilities disabilityscoop.com/2026/10/…
Following a near tragedy, police in one state will be able to run a driver's license plate to find out if they have a disability that may prevent them from responding to an officer's instructions. #disabilities disabilityscoop.com/2026/10/…
