Stories
How much does disability pay in the state of New Jersey?
In New Jersey, your monthly payout will be determined if you are eligible for Social Security Disability Benefits, which vary depending on the program. Two...
Enrollment and eligibility for Medicare for people with disabilities
Medicare is a government program designed to provide medical coverage to residents of the United States over age 65. People with disabilities have different needs when...
Ways to determine your family’s eligibility for better social security benefits
The Social Security Administration (SSA), formerly known as the "Social Security Board", was first established in 1935. It was established in response to the need to...
Managing with Epilepsy in high school and beyond
When I entered high school I had a full beard and a medical condition (a seizure disorder) that wasn't under control with medication. In junior high I was called...
The right to participate in society
On the fringes of Ghanian society, a boy with disabilities struggles daily to survive. But Maclean Atsu Dzidzienyo perseveres. And eventually, sport changed his...
Four practical tips for people with disabilities when dealing with a flood
While not something we give much thought to in our day-to-day lives, flooding has the potential to wreak havoc if you’re not prepared. In England alone, as many as...
Innovations in the medical industry to better understand diseases
Medical science has come a long way in the past few decades. In particular, our understanding of diseases has improved dramatically. This is partly due to innovations...
How can an inclusive workplace culture benefit businesses?
An inclusive workplace is one that champions equality and hires people regardless of their social, economic or cultural background, and focuses solely on skills...
I finally got hearing aids at age 26, after a lifetime of feeling stigmatized
My kindergarten teacher was the one who informed my parents that I may need hearing aids. When my parents got my ears tested, the hearing specialist confirmed that I...
