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Advance legislation to improve health of the disability community – kids like Lillian need you
Lillian, a 6-year-old from Missouri, has been fighting for her life and health since she came into the world on a hot day in May of 2017. She immediately underwent heart surgeries and was later placed on ECMO, a machine to help provide cardiac and respiratory support. Like any parents, her parents were scared and unsure of what would...
Limiting the vote for individuals with intellectual disabilities is limiting democracy
A citizen’s right to vote in America is hardly guaranteed for those who have intellectual disabilities. Even...
Starting a business as a person with disability while navigating systemic obstacles
Starting a business is far from easy, but for many People with Disabilities, it is a necessary way to engage...
My story living with Chromosome 18q proximal deletion
I was born with a rare chromosome disorder called chromosome 18q deletion. It occurs when the long arm (q)...
Max’s cochlear journey has just begun
Cochlear implants can allow people who are deaf to receive and process sounds and speech. However, these devices do...
Embracing your identity: Learning to live and thrive with a disability
Living with a disability or condition comes with its own set of challenges. Adjusting to a day-to-day routine...
Is it hard to get disability in Texas? How to qualify?
Every day, millions of people are born who are disabled by their birth. But what are the benefits you will get...
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 programs offered by the Social Security Administration offer monthly benefits to people with incapacitating medical conditions if one has likely worked and contributed to...
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 it comes to health care coverage. Understanding the different types of Medicare coverage and how to enroll is essential. Enrollment and eligibility for Medicare...