by Annette Hines | Apr 14, 2021 | Advocacy, Current Affairs, Special Needs, Special Needs Planning
Understandably, individuals with disabilities may be concerned that government stimulus payments related to COVID-19 could impact their eligibility for public benefits. According to a recent article in Disability Scoop, most federal, state and local programs do...
by Annette Hines | Apr 7, 2021 | Advocacy, Special Needs
“If cerebral palsy is not going to take me out, I refuse to let a pandemic, or a virus do the same.” -Emmanuel Jenkins To facilitate vaccine information for those with intellectual and developmental disabilities, the National Association of Councils on Developmental...
by Annette Hines | Mar 29, 2021 | Special Needs
There are several types of insurance coverage for health care services: Private insurance (including group health plans); Public assistance (Medicaid and Medicare); and State-funded health benefits plans. Because the coverage and appeal rights differ based on...
by Annette Hines | Mar 29, 2021 | Advocacy, Special Needs
Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is available to people whose disabilities prevent gainful employment. In order to qualify, an individual must meet both of the following requirements: Cannot have greater than $2,000 in countable resources, AND Cannot...
by Annette Hines | Mar 15, 2021 | Advocacy, Special Needs
Since the release of COVID-19 vaccine rollout plans, advocates have been outraged at the lack of priority for individuals with developmental disabilities. While some states include individuals with disabilities who live in long-term care facilities and group...
