Special Needs News

A new study suggests that autism may be just as prevalent among girls and boys, but that girls have generally been diagnosed later than boys.

Here are 11 common acronyms in special needs planning and what to expect when you encounter them.

A new report details changes to the nation's disability benefits system during 2025 and highlights the people most affected by those changes.

Learning that your child has a developmental disability can feel overwhelming. Many families are suddenly asked to make decisions while trying to understand medical terms, school [...]

One of the most practical uses of an ABLE account is paying housing costs such as rent and utilities directly while staying aligned with Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Medicaid [...]

Many professionals offer specialized services to individuals with disabilities and their families. Understanding what these professionals do can help families support their loved [...]

Learn about common types of disabilities, including physical, sensory, speech and language, and intellectual or developmental.

Disabled Adult Child (DAC) benefits can end Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and put Medicaid at risk, but many people can keep Medicaid under a federal protection. Learn who qualifies and [...]

In 2024, the Social Security Administration rejected more than half of initial disability benefits applications. Preparing to apply for disability benefits can be crucial to successfully [...]

Discussing end-of-life care with a loved one who has an intellectual or developmental disability is about honoring who they are, what matters to them, and how they want to live.