Autistic Non-Speaker Debunks Three Common Myths
Timothy HoYuan Chan, a non-speaking autistic PhD candidate, challenges misconceptions about language, empathy, and behaviour in the autistic community.
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Tributes for Autistic Girl, 7, Who Drowned in Golf Course Pond
Heartfelt tributes are being paid to Nyla May Bradshaw, a seven-year-old autistic girl who tragically drowned in a golf course pond in Doncaster after going missing.
Writer's Journey with Disability and Unconditional Love
Guy Kennaway's book about Sonny, a boy with severe multiple disabilities, explores communication, family devotion, and society's discomfort with disability.
Disabilities That Automatically Qualify for Motability Vehicles
The Motability Scheme provides vehicles, insurance, and maintenance for people with mobility issues. Discover the six groups who automatically qualify and how the program works across the UK.
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DOJ Sues SeaWorld Over Walker Ban, Citing ADA Violations
The U.S. Department of Justice has filed a lawsuit against United Parks & Resorts, alleging its ban on wheeled walkers with seats at SeaWorld Orlando and Busch Gardens violates the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Motability Scheme Updates for PIP and Disability Benefits from April 1
The Motability Scheme, serving over 815,000 disabled individuals across Great Britain, will release its new Spring pricing catalogue on April 1, with further tax exemption changes set for July 2026.
Jesy Nelson and the Reality of Raising Disabled Children
Former Little Mix singer Jesy Nelson highlights the challenges of parenting children with rare conditions, as experts discuss the increasing cases and emotional toll on families.
Deaf Actor's Journey: Sign Language Access in the UK
Georgia Meacham, a deaf actor and model, shares her story of learning BSL at 33, highlighting systemic failures in deaf representation and education in the UK.
Romanian Fashion Show Marks World Down Syndrome Day
Dozens of models with Down syndrome walked the catwalk in Bucharest for a special fashion gala celebrating style, courage, and atypical beauty to mark World Down Syndrome Day.
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Lip-Reading Myths: Only 30% of Speech Visible on Lips
Jill Jones challenges misconceptions about lip-reading, noting it's not an exact science and relies on many factors, with only 30% of information visible in ideal conditions.
Charity Commission Takes Over Learning Disability Home Amid Crisis
The Charity Commission has appointed an interim manager to run William Blake House in Northamptonshire, a specialist home for adults with profound learning disabilities, following financial concerns and a potential winding-up order over £1.6m in unpaid ta
Police Investigate Alleged Assault of Autistic Man in NDIS Home
Corey Wooller, a 25-year-old with severe autism, was found bloodied and bruised at a My Way NDIS facility in Western Australia. His mother discovered him without medical care, sparking a police investigation and allegations of neglect.
NDIS Neglect Reports Surge Amid Group Home Failures
Exclusive data reveals a sharp rise in abuse, neglect, and unauthorised restraint reports within NDIS-funded group homes, highlighting systemic failures despite promises of protection.
Foreigner Settles After Girl in Wheelchair Blocked From Stage
A settlement has been reached after a 12-year-old girl in a wheelchair was prevented from performing with rock band Foreigner due to accessibility failures.
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Charities Warn of £400 Motability Fee Hike Impacting Disabled
Leading disability charities urge government to reconsider Motability scheme cuts, warning average £400 upfront fee increase will create barriers for disabled people's independence.
Father's Journey Raising Autistic Sons: Isolation to Community
James Hunt shares his emotional journey raising two autistic sons, from overwhelming isolation to building a supportive community through blogging and a sensory-friendly clothing business.
New Boyfriend Helps Care for Disabled Husband in Unconventional Family
Amanda Robinson, 39, shares her story of finding love with Josh while still caring for her husband Matt, who suffered a catastrophic brain injury in a 2021 car accident.
Mencap Founder Judy Fryd Honoured with Blue Plaque
Judy Fryd, the pioneering mother who founded Mencap from her dining room table in the 1940s, has been honoured with a blue plaque at her Harpenden home, celebrating her legacy as a campaigner for learning disability rights.
Wyoming Father Killed in Crash, Disabled Daughter Unaware
Andrew Winter, 36, died in a head-on collision on Highway 59. His 15-year-old daughter with Prader-Willi Syndrome does not understand his death, his wife reveals as family mourns.
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Accessible Birding Walks for People with Mobility Limitations
A growing movement across the United States is making birdwatching accessible to individuals with mobility issues and other disabilities through specially designed walks and inclusive community initiatives.
Eight-Year Wait for Disabled Access to Home After Council Delays
A disabled mother from the Cotswolds endured an eight-year battle with her local council to secure accessible entry to her home, highlighting systemic failures in Disabled Facilities Grant processes.
Couple with Down's Syndrome Face Intrusive Questions About Relationship
A mother speaks out against cruel stigma facing her son and his girlfriend, who have been together for two decades but still face inappropriate questions about their romance.
Disabled Adults Get £400 Annual Cash Boost in Living Cost Support
Over 150,000 disabled adults will receive at least £400 more per year as the government increases the Minimum Income Guarantee by 7% from April, alongside £723 million for home adaptation grants.
Families Bid to Take Over Care Home in Financial Crisis
Parents of residents at William Blake House, a specialist care home for adults with severe learning disabilities, are attempting a takeover as the charity faces closure due to tax debts and governance issues.
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Merlin Cancels Disability Pass Trial After Public Outcry
Merlin Entertainments has reversed a planned trial to change eligibility for its Ride Access Pass, which would have excluded individuals with autism and ADHD, following a petition with over 25,000 signatures.
Free Driving Lessons for PIP, DLA, and ADP Claimants
Disabled individuals on benefits like PIP, DLA, and ADP may qualify for up to 40 hours of free driving lessons through the Motability Scheme's grant, covering most learning needs.
Charity Pays £152k for Disability Discrimination
Shared Lives South West must pay over £150,000 to William Drysdale-Wood after unfairly dismissing him due to his long Covid and Crohn's disease, a tribunal ruled.
Female Baldness Ruled Disability in UK Landmark Case
A UK judge has declared female baldness a disability, stating it 'adversely affects daily activities' due to cultural and societal pressures. The ruling emerged from a VAT case involving wigs and has sparked debate about hair loss's impact on women.
Community Replaces Stolen Adaptive Tricycle for Special Needs Boy
A Los Feliz community raised over $8,500 to replace a custom adaptive tricycle stolen from a 9-year-old boy with Down syndrome and autism, restoring his independence.
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BBC Question Time Accused of Discrimination Over Crutch Removal
A disability advocate from Walsall has condemned the BBC as discriminatory after production staff confiscated his crutches during a 2014 Question Time filming, leaving him unable to stand or evacuate independently.
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