Disability Rights California

How to Tell if You Have Indian in Your Bloodline

People have different reasons for wanting to know whether they have American Indian in their bloodline. Some want to know whether the stories they heard about Indians being in their family tree are true; others want

What Is A Disabled Adult Child Disability Claim?

A Disabled Adult Child claim is a benefit program for adults who have a disability that began before they became 22 years old defined by the SSA. Learn more

Program aims to find developmentally disabled workers jobs

For adults with developmental disabilities, finding independence can be a significant challenge. The struggle often centers on finding employment. Many who are suitable for work simply don’t have the resources

The developmentally disabled face extra challenges when flying

Their disability is hard to discern, so airline policies on the mentally challenged are hard to enforce

Activity Ideas for Developmentally Disabled Adults

When it comes to activities, disabled adults have distinctive needs. Unlike average adults, disabled people may require the help of respite workers to do certain activities. However, the needs of ...

Hazard Pay Sought For Those Who Work With Developmentally Disabled

PR Measurement Professional Joins Universal Information Services

Jean Saucier has joined Universal Information Services to assist with business development to the Public Relations industry. News Monitoring and PR Measurement

Can Disability Be Sexy?

A series of photographs spoofing the often racy advertisements from clothing retailer American Apparel is questioning traditional ideas of beauty in a most provocative way.

When Do Information Services Projects Belong on the IT Side?

Tim Barlow discusses where the border should be drawn between the work of the information services (IS) and information technology (IT) teams. His experience is that "mission creep" on IT-related projects can be a problem in the IS team. He outlines a series of recommendations for ensuring tasks don't fall beyond the technical ability or strategic scope of the IS team and how to identify what should be carried out by IT colleagues.

Disability: Benefits, Facts and Resources for Persons with Disabilities

Disabled World category on disability provides news and articles concerning disabilities including latest health issues.

For Many, Disabilities Still Conjure Stereotypes

Even among caregivers of those with disabilities, new research suggests that the sight of someone with facial characteristics typical of Down syndrome triggers negative thoughts.

Healthy Eating Eluding Many With Disabilities

People with disabilities are falling far short when it comes to consuming recommended levels of vitamins and other nutrients, researchers say.

How to fundraise if you have a disability

Stephanie, who has congenital muscular dystrophy, recently raised more than £700 for Muscular Dystrophy UK from her home. Find out how you too can fundraise if you're disabled.

More With Disabilities Finding Jobs

As the job market shows signs of improvement, statistics from the U.S. Department of Labor suggest people with disabilities are making gains as well.

What Moves Some People With Disabilities To Be Disability Activists?

Disability activism can be incredibly rewarding. It can also break your heart. So why do disabled people become disability activists? It’s a question worth exploring.

Disability Caregiving Can Be Health Hazard, Study Finds

Parents of children with developmental disabilities are experiencing health consequences stemming from their caregiving responsibilities, a first-of-its-kind study suggests.

A Guide on Dealing With Individuals with Disabilities

Since the age of 5 years old, I've learned that people treat you differently for the way you look. As I got older and my brother was diagnosed with having Autism, the way people would treat him, and us as a family would shift. It wasn't until then, that I became more aware as to how others treated those that were special needs. It's not most people's fault if they aren't aware of how insensitive they can come across to a mom at…