Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Jul. 1—July 26 is National Disability Independence Day. This day celebrates the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act ...

April 10, 2026 - PRESSADVANTAGE - The Disability Guys has announced the publication of updated informational material ...

The FINANCIAL — There were nearly 40 million Americans with a disability in 2015, representing 12.6% of the civilian non-institutionalized population, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. Yet the ...

My husband is a physician. As often as he writes prescriptions, he also prescribes old-fashioned advice: “Attitude is everything.” It’s true. The medical community isn’t really sure how, but studies ...

If you’ve been disabled due to your service in the military, you’re due some compensation. But just because you’re owed compensation doesn’t mean that it’s easier to figure out how much is due to you.

Intellectual disabilities affect a child’s ability to learn and function at levels considered typical for their age. Learning disabilities affect a child’s ability to master specific skills, like ...

Globally, people with disabilities have worse outcomes across a wide range of indicators, including poverty, employment, education, health, and violence. 1, 2 The Convention on the Rights of Persons ...

The Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) provides retirement and disability benefits to eligible workers. If you become disabled, you may be eligible to receive FERS disability retirement ...

Roughly 26 percent of American adults have a disability, making people with disabilities the largest minority group in the country. Although disability is a common experience that will affect you or ...

Avoid Surprises: A Guide to Verifying Accessibility and Support Before Choosing Your New Home. Articles that list the best places for people with disabilities often appear helpful but can be ...

The New River Valley Disability Resource Center located in Christiansburg opened its doors in June 2016. Once operating as a satellite of the Blue Ridge Independent Living Center in Roanoke, the NRV ...