Articles tagged as: people with disabilities
February 17, 2025
Indiana is one of 17 states suing over a federal law that protects students with disabilities
Advocacy groups for people with disabilities are calling for states to withdraw from the lawsuit, which is in limbo because of the new presidential administration.
Read MoreOctober 9, 2024
New report makes recommendations to prevent people with disabilities from leaving the workforce
A 20-year-old worker has a 1 in 4 chance of experiencing a significant disabling condition before retiring, according to a new report.
Read MoreApril 30, 2024
Curbs can be a physical and social barrier for wheelchair users. One program teaches kids to roll past them
People who use wheelchairs don't always have access to necessary training to be able to learn advanced skills that allow them to navigate an often inaccessible world. One program in Indiana aims to address that.
Read MoreFebruary 29, 2024
Families could lose thousands in income if Indiana reduces payments to parents of kids with disabilities
A proposal by Indiana Medicaid officials would drastically cut payments that thousands of families of people with disabilities relied on. State officials say it's necessary to curb ballooning utilization and plug a huge budget gap. But some families worry the changes could lead to them losing their jobs or even their homes.
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