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The Cost of Being Disabled in Prison
CW: Incarceration, Neglect & Death Disabled people are a growing presence in our country’s prisons. However, this reality is seldom talked about, particularly in the media. In 2016, some estimated that roughly one-quarter of people in the US were disabled. Yet, according to the Bureau of Justice Statistics, as of 2017, disabled people make up…
The Poverty Rules
CW: Poverty Across the United States, older adults and disabled people who rely on programs like Medicaid or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) are forced to follow antiquated rules that nondisabled people would not accept. The rules differ from state to state, but the pattern is the same everywhere: if you need Medicaid or SSI, you…
Every Child Should Get to Play
Play is how children learn. During play, they experiment, test limits, engage with peers, and explore their world. A family in Berthoud, Colorado had a dream for five years. They wanted a playground where their son, Miles Bowling, would be able to play just like any other child. Parents want their children to enjoy those…
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