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When Caring Hurts the Caregivers
CW: Violence, Death, & Incarceration Healthcare workers nationwide face serious risks on the job. Threats, assaults. And dangerous encounters are on the rise. Lawmakers nationwide are debating how to protect these employees while also considering medical and psychiatric conditions that can lead to aggressive behavior. In Massachusetts, Senate Bill 1718 is at the center of…
Eunice Kennedy Shriver Looked for Those Left Out, and Many Still Are
CW: Institutionalization & Lobotomization Eunice Kennedy Shriver’s birthday was yesterday. She was the founder of the Special Olympics. Her unwavering commitment to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities transformed millions of lives. Her legacy is often celebrated through the organization she created. Years ago, when asked if she was satisfied with all the good the…
From Preschool to Graduation: How IDEA Shaped My Education
A recent report found that most states aren’t fully complying with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. This comes as the federal government plans to move oversight of special education programs from the U.S. Department of Education to the Department of Health And Human Services. The findings raise questions for educators, students, and parents about…
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