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Member Spotlight: Brandon

Meet Brandon. This camera enthusiast is a freelance content creator and also works as a communications assistant at a local television station. He’s determined not to...

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MILWAUKEE JOURNAL SENTINEL: What are ABLE accounts, who is eligible and more to know about tax-free savings plans

Wisconsin is currently the only state that doesn't have an ABLE program, which provides a tax-free savings account for people with disabilities. Currently,...

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CHANNEL 3000: These are the industries hiring the most workers with disabilities

It's widely known that people with disabilities are significantly less likely to get a job than the general population. However, the new tight job market has created...

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WQOW: New bill aims to add more adult-sized changing tables in Wisconsin

A new bill would require most public buildings in Wisconsin to have at least one universal adult-sized changing station in its restrooms. It would increase personal...

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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION: Wisconsin Department of Transportation seeks public comment on 2023 ADA Transition Plan

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) has published its 2023 Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Transition Plan. There is a public comment period open...

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NBC26: New food truck looks to help aging population and those of all abilities

The Aging & Disability Resource Center of Brown County has launched a new accessible food truck with Grounded Cafe to offer an opportunity for people of every...

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WISCONSIN DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES: New Webpage Shares Success of Medicaid Home and Community-Based Services Grant Projects

Since November 2022, the Wisconsin Department of Health Services has awarded nearly $30 million in grants to 158 organizations to boost Medicaid home and...

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Proposed Rule Could Impact Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is meant to ensure that people with disabilities can fully participate in all aspects of civic life. Under Title II, all...

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MILWAUKEE JOURNAL SENTINEL: Wisconsin is an outlier on savings accounts for people with disabilities. That could soon change..

ABLE accounts allow individuals with disabilities to save money without jeopardizing access to federal benefits like Medicaid and Supplemental Security Income. People...

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DISABILITY SCOOP: Walmart Spotlighting Products For People With Disabilities

Walmart is introducing a new adaptive product line. The line includes things such as adaptive utensils and dishware, assistive devices, sensory friendly toys, and much...

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U.S. NEWS: New Medicare Proposal Would Cover Training for Family Caregivers

A new proposal from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services addresses this often-lamented failure to support family, friends and neighbors who care for frail,...

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NEW MOBILITY: Amtrak Aims to Go Beyond ADA on New Train Designs

In a refreshing counterpoint to the airlines’ indifference to accessibility and disabled travelers, Amtrak is seeking approval from the Federal Railroad Administration...

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