Special Needs News

Because Supplemental Security Income (SSI) eligibility and benefit amounts depend on financial need, recipients must report all sources of income to the SSA.

Some pundits claim that the Trump administration is considering cuts to the Medicaid program that could be detrimental to people with disabilities and other populations.

The Social Security Administration has launched a simplified online application for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) for some adults.

Understanding the types of disabled parking permits available, the process for obtaining them, and where they can be used is necessary for those who require these accommodations.

Some behavioral traits caused by a person's medical condition can be interpreted as combative by law enforcement officers. For this reason, registries for individuals with disabilities, [...]

President Joe Biden signed the Autism CARES Act of 2024 in early January.

Most people would jump at the chance to earn additional income or to receive a large cash gift from a friend or relative. But for SSI recipients, extra income sometimes causes more [...]

An estimated 20 percent of military-connected children have special needs. Under the National Defense Authorization Act of 2015, [...]

Every family has different needs and circumstances when assessing whether a special needs trust or ABLE account is the better option for their loved one with disabilities.

Planning for the future of a child with mental illness involves careful consideration of their unique needs and circumstances.