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The recent trend of private equity firms acquiring companies that provide disability services is having detrimental effects on individuals who rely on these services.

Although teachers cannot diagnose dyslexia formally, screenings at school can help flag students who may have characteristics of the learning disability.

For blended families that include a child with special needs, financial and legal planning extends well beyond the usual parental concerns. But as with all family matters, proactive planning can help.

Since not all disabilities are permanent, some people are able to return to work and no longer need SSDI. But what happens if a person's disability returns or worsens and, again, prevents them from working?...

The Department of Health and Human Services has announced a plan to research the cause of autism spectrum disorder (ASD), which includes compiling data about people with autism to determine what environmental factors may be related.

One of the most powerful tools available to help secure a stable financial future for a child with special needs is a special needs trust (SNT). Setting up an SNT early in a child's life can bring significant advantages that grow...

A new documentary titled "Unleashing Hope: The Power of Service Dogs for Children With Autism" is shedding light on the transformative role service dogs can play in the lives of children with autism.

Shared living arrangements offer an alternative to institutional living, providing individuals with disabilities a sense of community integration, independence, and tailored support.

While crowdfunding through social media and platforms such as GoFundMe can provide a financial lifeline for individuals with disabilities, it also carries risks, particularly regarding eligibility for means-tested government benefits such as Supplemental Security Income or Medicaid.