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PBS Kids Show To Feature Character Who Uses Communication Device

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Disability Scoop @disabilityscoop.bsky.social · 1d

A groundbreaking children's television show is set to introduce a new character who is largely non-speaking and communicates with the help of a special speech tablet. #disabilities #autism #PBSKids #AAC

A groundbreaking children's television show is set to introduce a new character who is largely non-speaking and communicates with the help of a special speech tablet.

What The Government Shutdown Means For People With Disabilities

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Disability Scoop @disabilityscoop.bsky.social · 2d

ICYMI: The government is still shut down. Find out what that means for people with #disabilities and the programs they rely on. #shutdown

While many services will continue, Congress' failure to fund the government could have big implications for people with disabilities who depend on a wide array of federal programs.

Why So Many Kids With Autism Are Diagnosed At Older Ages

Disability Scoop @disabilityscoop.bsky.social · 2d

Despite broad efforts in recent years to identify children with #autism early, many continue to go undiagnosed for years. New research suggests that genetics may explain why. #disabilities

Despite broad efforts in recent years to identify children with autism early, many continue to go undiagnosed for years. New research suggests that genetics may explain why.

Advocates Worry About Federal Impacts On Support For Students With Disabilities

Disability Scoop @disabilityscoop.bsky.social · 2d

In a state where there is already a waitlist for people with #disabilities who need vocational training, schools and disability advocates are concerned about how federal cuts will affect those programs. #SpecialEducation

In a state where there is already a waitlist for people with disabilities who need vocational training, schools and disability advocates are concerned about how federal cuts will affect those programs...

Bake Stand Proves Transformative For Boy Who Was Nonverbal

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Disability Scoop @disabilityscoop.bsky.social · 2d

Learning to make applesauce and apple butter not only taught the youngster how to read, write and do basic math, it also helped him learn to talk and develop social skills. #disabilities #autism #nonverbal

Learning to make applesauce and apple butter not only taught the youngster how to read, write and do basic math, it also helped him learn to talk and develop social skills.

Trump Administration To Reconsider Disability Regulations For Airlines

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Disability Scoop @disabilityscoop.bsky.social · 3d

Federal officials are again delaying enforcement of new regulations expanding the rights of airline passengers with #disabilities, but this time they are considering rewriting many of the provisions.

Federal officials are again delaying enforcement of new regulations expanding the rights of airline passengers with disabilities, but this time they are considering rewriting many of the provisions.

Disability Representation In Movies Largely Stagnant

Disability Scoop @disabilityscoop.bsky.social · 6d

There are some small signs of progress, but a new analysis finds that people with #disabilities are no more likely to be featured in top films today as compared to a decade ago.

There are some small signs of progress, but a new analysis finds that people with disabilities are no more likely to be featured in top films today as compared to a decade ago.

Off-Label Drug Helps Boy With Autism Speak, Parents Say. But Experts Want More Data

Disability Scoop @disabilityscoop.bsky.social · 6d

The #FDA recently began the process of approving leucovorin as a treatment for #autism, despite a lack of any large, phase 3 clinical trials. #disabilities

The FDA recently began the process of approving leucovorin as a treatment for autism, despite a lack of any large, phase 3 clinical trials.

City Sued For Alleged ADA Violations Over Inaccessible Sidewalks, Curb Ramps

Disability Scoop @disabilityscoop.bsky.social · 7d

More than three decades after the #ADA was passed, one of the nation's largest cities is being accused of failing to keep sidewalks, crosswalks and curb ramps accessible to people with #disabilities. #accessibility www.disabilityscoop.com/2025/10/02/c...

More than three decades after the ADA was passed, one of the nation's largest cities is being accused of failing to keep sidewalks, crosswalks and curb ramps accessible to people with disabilities.

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Disability Scoop @disabilityscoop.bsky.social · 8d

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Find professionals with expertise in developmental disabilities including nonprofit executives, special educators, therapists, case managers, social workers, and much more.

Post your job openings today! #jobs #disabilities #SpecialEducation

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What The Government Shutdown Means For People With Disabilities

Disability Scoop @disabilityscoop.bsky.social · 8d

While many services will continue, Congress' failure to fund the government could have big implications for people with #disabilities who depend on a wide array of federal programs. #shutdown

While many services will continue, Congress' failure to fund the government could have big implications for people with disabilities who depend on a wide array of federal programs.

Target Works To Boost Accessibility At Stores

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Disability Scoop @disabilityscoop.bsky.social · 9d

In a first-of-its-kind move, #Target says it is making self-checkout more accessible to people with #disabilities at locations nationwide. #accessibility www.disabilityscoop.com/2025/09/30/t...

In a first-of-its-kind move, Target says it is making self-checkout more accessible to people with disabilities at locations nationwide.

Thousands Of Complaints In Limbo After Closure Of Civil Rights Office

Disability Scoop @disabilityscoop.bsky.social · 9d

The Education Department plans to reinstate attorneys who were dismissed when regional #CivilRights offices closed, but current and former employees say they're deeply skeptical the agency will recover. #disabilities #SpecialEducation www.disabilityscoop.com/2025/09/30/t...

The Education Department plans to reinstate attorneys who were dismissed when regional civil rights offices closed, but current and former employees say they're deeply skeptical the agency will recove...

A Delivery Robot Collided With A Man With Cerebral Palsy. The Aftermath Is Getting Ugly

Disability Scoop @disabilityscoop.bsky.social · 9d

When a disability advocate recorded his frustration as a robot continuously swerved into the path of his mobility scooter before braking, he had no clue the explosive impact the video would have. #disabilities #CerebralPalsy

When a disability advocate recorded his frustration as a robot continuously swerved into the path of his mobility scooter before braking, he had no clue the explosive impact the video would have.

Despite Trump Administration Focus On Autism, Key Panel Remains Defunct

Disability Scoop @disabilityscoop.bsky.social · 10d

A committee tasked with guiding the federal government's strategy on #autism has been out of commission for most of the year, but there are now signs that it could soon be revived. #disabilities

A committee tasked with guiding the federal government's strategy on autism has been out of commission for most of the year, but there are now signs that it could soon be revived.

AMC Theatres Accused Of Disability Discrimination

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Disability Scoop @disabilityscoop.bsky.social · 13d

The nation's largest movie theater chain illegally forced out an employee with #CerebralPalsy after two decades on the job, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission says. #disabilities #discrimination

The nation's largest movie theater chain illegally forced out an employee with cerebral palsy after two decades on the job, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission says.

RFK Jr. Wants An Answer To Rising Autism Rates. Scientists Say He's Ignoring Some Obvious Ones

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Disability Scoop @disabilityscoop.bsky.social · 13d

The Trump administration announced that it is taking "bold action" to address the "epidemic" of #autism, but experts say their approach ignores the scientific evidence to date. #disabilities

The Trump administration announced that it is taking "bold action" to address the "epidemic" of autism, but experts say their approach ignores the scientific evidence to date.

Congressional Proposal Calls For Sending More Medicaid Funds To Institutions

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Disability Scoop @disabilityscoop.bsky.social · 14d

Disability advocates are lining up against a bipartisan bill that they say would direct tens of billions of dollars toward institutionalization all while community-based services are likely to face cuts. #disabilities #Medicaid

Disability advocates are lining up against a bipartisan bill that they say would direct tens of billions of dollars toward institutionalization all while community-based services are likely to face cu...

Disability Scoop - The Premier Source for Developmental Disability News

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Disability Scoop @disabilityscoop.bsky.social · 15d

Don't keep our newsletter all to yourself! Invite your friends and colleagues to sign up today to receive the latest developmental disability news. #disabilities

The national developmental disability news site covering autism, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, intellectual disability and more.

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Disability Scoop @disabilityscoop.bsky.social · 15d

Hiring? Disability Scoop Jobs is the place to find professionals with expertise in developmental #disabilities including nonprofit executives, special educators, therapists, case managers, social workers, and much more. Post your job openings today! #jobs #SpecialEducation

Disability Scoop is the nation's go-to source for developmental disability news. Whether you’re searching for an executive director, special educator, BCBA, college professor or any other professional...

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Disability Scoop @disabilityscoop.bsky.social · 15d

John Buettner, 13, used to watch from his wheelchair as other children played. Now he and other kids with #disabilities help design inclusive playgrounds.

To Build Better Playgrounds, Company Turns To Kids With Disabilities

John Buettner, 13, used to watch from his wheelchair as other children played. Now he and other kids with disabilities help design inclusive playgrounds.

As Trump Makes Unproven Autism Claims, Advocates Raise Alarms

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Disability Scoop @disabilityscoop.bsky.social · 16d

The Trump administration is adding warnings to #Tylenol over #autism concerns and approving another drug to treat the developmental disorder, even while acknowledging that studies on both are inconclusive. #disabilities

The Trump administration is adding warnings to Tylenol over autism concerns and approving another drug to treat the developmental disorder, even while acknowledging that studies on both are inconclusi...

How Two Men With Disabilities Climbed Mt. Kilimanjaro

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Disability Scoop @disabilityscoop.bsky.social · 16d

In a move meant to counter the prevailing focus on what people with #disabilities cannot do, the men were part of a group of 50 people with differing abilities who climbed the famed Tanzanian mountain.

In a move meant to counter the prevailing focus on what people with disabilities cannot do, the men were part of a group of 50 people with differing abilities who climbed the famed Tanzanian mountain.

Publix And ABA Therapy Firm At War Over $15 Million In Medical Bills

Disability Scoop @disabilityscoop.bsky.social · 16d

The grocery store chain and a firm that provides applied behavior analysis are locked in a multimillion-dollar legal battle over unpaid medical bills for children of Publix workers. #autism #disabilities

The grocery store chain and a firm that provides applied behavior analysis are locked in a multimillion-dollar legal battle over unpaid medical bills for children of Publix workers.