The definition of who is covered under the Americans with Disabilities (ADA) is being significantly expanded by the U. S. Department of Justice, in … [Read more...] about New Regulations Broadening Who Is Covered Under the ADA to Take Effect October 11
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders and Juvenile Justice: How Professionals Can Make a Difference
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has developed a guide for how professionals can assist individuals with Fetal … [Read more...] about Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders and Juvenile Justice: How Professionals Can Make a Difference
Veterans Crisis Line
The Veterans Crisis Line offers confidential around-the-clock support to veterans, active military members, and family and friends by phone, online … [Read more...] about Veterans Crisis Line
What Does a Periodic Review of My Disability by Social Security Mean?
Once you start receiving Social Security disability benefits (SSI and/or SSDI), Social Security will periodically review your disability status to … [Read more...] about What Does a Periodic Review of My Disability by Social Security Mean?
What Happens to SSI Benefits When Your Child Turns 18?
As kids transition from school to adult life, many, many changes occur. What is your child going to do when they graduate? Are they going to … [Read more...] about What Happens to SSI Benefits When Your Child Turns 18?
Do You Understand Your Right To Have Mental Health Services Covered Under Your Health Insurance?
The Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act of 2008 came about after many years of lobbying for parity in the provision of mental health and … [Read more...] about Do You Understand Your Right To Have Mental Health Services Covered Under Your Health Insurance?
Checklist for Accessibility of Polling Sites
The U. S. Department of Justice has created an ADA Checklist for Polling Places so that anyone using this tool can determine if a polling site meets … [Read more...] about Checklist for Accessibility of Polling Sites
The Southeast and Southwest ADA Centers Provides Information, Training and Guidance on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
In honor of the 26th anniversary of the ADA this week, we are highlighting the Southeast and Southwest ADA Centers, which are excellent resources for … [Read more...] about The Southeast and Southwest ADA Centers Provides Information, Training and Guidance on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
U.S. Department of Education Releases Guidance On Civil Rights of Students with ADHD
With more than 10% of the disability discrimination complaints the U. S. Department of Education's Office of Civil Rights (OCR) has received in the … [Read more...] about U.S. Department of Education Releases Guidance On Civil Rights of Students with ADHD