CDC: COVID-19 for Children with Disabilities
COVID-19 Guidance for Children with Disabilities from CDC COVID-19 Poses a Greater Risk Several disabled children possess preexisting medical issues that pose a significant risk for severe illness from COVID-19, such as: Lung, Heart, or Kidney Disease Weakened Immune System Cancer Diabetes Blood Diseases Conditions of the Muscular/Central Nervous System Likewise, children with developmental disabilities, […]
Life for People with Disabilities to Live in NYC
What is it like for people with Intellectual Developmental Disabilities to live in a large city like New York? Many people from all over the world migrate to cities in search of chances, freedom, and adventure. Essential services, grocery stores, offices, hospitals, and cultural attractions are generally a few blocks away in these cities, providing […]
OneWell Now Offers Respite Services in California
OneWell Expands its Services to Include Respite Care in California Lancaster, PA (April 27th, 2022) – Today, OneWell, a global provider of healthcare for Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, announced that In-Home Respite Services are now live in California. The purpose of In-Home Respite is to provide intermittent and/or regularly scheduled supervision to afford […]
‘Don’t Shove Us Off Like We’re Rubbish,’ Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities Said About Their Neighborhood
Civic involvement is once again on people’s minds as the federal election approaches. However, not everyone’s demands are met in the political arena – and one of the areas most in need of improvement in local government. Phillipa Carnemolla, an Associate Professor at The University of Technology Sydney states that they spent a year talking […]
Understanding the Disabilities Market
Gaining Insight into the Market for Disabilities Individuals with impairments are frequently disregarded by industries. People who use wheelchairs, are hearing – an/or vision-impaired, face cognitive challenges, or have other disabilities that can benefit from today’s technological breakthroughs. Working-age adults with disabilities have more money to spend on non-essentials than the Black and Hispanic markets […]
Congress Increases Funding for Special Education and Disability Programs
President Joe Biden’s signature on a $1.5 trillion spending measure will increase funding for special education and other programs for individuals with disabilities, but advocates believe it is insufficient. The agreement, which was signed earlier this week, supports the government through September. It is the first government budget package passed by the Senate since Biden […]
World Down Syndrome Day
Observing World Down Syndrome Day Sometimes the things that you can’t change end up changing you instead. With special, good, and proper education about down syndrome, you too can help change the lives of thousands of people. Celebrate this World Down Syndrome Day by helping to spread awareness for those with Down Syndrome. OneWell is […]
Organizations Start a New Program for IDD Jobs
New Program Launched by Organizations for IDD Job Opportunities Officials stated that a group of local leaders will conduct a pilot program to help build more pathways for young adults with developmental disabilities. According to a news release, several individuals and organizations are banding together to help extend educational, employment, and enrichment options for Chicago […]
UMD is Works on a Program to Assist Kids with IDD
UMD is Focused on a Program to Support Children with IDD This semester, the University of Maryland is launching a new program to assist students with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The TerpsEXCEED program provides students with the opportunity to have a full-time college experience, from attending classes and living in dorms to hanging with friends […]
Assistive Tech Levels the Field for Disabilities
Leveling the Playing Field for Disabilities with Assistive Technology The Internet and assistive technology offer enormous potential for leveling the playing field for people with disabilities. To enhance digital equity, important links to friends, family, and support networks must be provided; in a nutshell, social isolation and hurdles to achievement must be combated through technology […]