Dogs are many things: furry friends, four-legged family members and constant companions. Service dogs are all of that – and much, much more.
The cost of care for disabilities and chronic illnesses
The American healthcare system is not known for its affordability. Giving birth costs an average of $18,885 nationwide before insurance. If you have a medical emergency, you can expect to spend hundreds on your ambulance ride — and that doesn’t even include the cost of the medical care itself. In fact, medical debt is the leading type […]
Disability rights advocates call Tennessee’s idea to reject federal education dollars ‘hugely disruptive’
Advocates for disabled students are growing concerned, as a Tennessee proposal to consider rejecting roughly $1.8 billion dollars in federal education funds moves through the legislature.
Navigating the disability benefits system in Tennessee
Disability benefits can be absolutely vital for those who are eligible for them. But, applying and re-certifying for these benefits an be complicated, and the benefits themselves are often not enough to live on.
Dyslexia advocates worry some children will be left out in the draft school funding plan
Parents and disability advocates are hoping the lack of resources for students with dyslexia could change with a new school funding formula underway.
At ‘High Five Camp,’ Struggling With A Disability Is The Point
Listen No kids want to go to summer camp with a cast on their arm — especially their dominant hand. No swimming. No running. And so much itching.
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