As the effects of COVID-19 caused offices to close and send workers home, they lost access to many of the perks they might have relied on for comfort and well-being. Given that employees routinely say that benefits play a large role in their job satisfaction, this deficit can lead to a loss of productivity, especially…
Having a disability should never be an impediment to getting a high quality university education, and there are certainly plenty of colleges and institutions that have measures in place to facilitate learning from all. This article is going to visit seven colleges and universities that are ideal for disabled students, so read on to…
By Ann Lloyd Now that tax refund and stimulus checks have been sent out and cashed, what will you do with the money? Maybe you feel like you’ve got cash burning a hole in your pocket, but it’s important to take a step back and consider your options before making any decisions about what to…
By Ted Norwood and Michael Mattison President Biden fired the Social Security Administration Commissioner Andrew Saul on Friday, July 9, 2021. President Trump appointed Saul in 2019 for a six-year term, set to end in 2025. Biden has not nominated a new Commissioner. He appointed Kilolo Kijakazi as Acting Commissioner. Why did President Biden…
For decades, asset limits have presented difficulties for individuals with disabilities. These limitations across public assistance programs often lock individuals out of better opportunities. In the face of the coronavirus and its devastating economic consequences, these limitations have been particularly troubling. For example, 60.5% of households where a person with a disability resides are considered…
By Cheryl Jones, Director of Mindfulness at Aetna As if the intensity of dealing with the coronavirus pandemic with its health and economic implications wasn’t enough, we now find ourselves in the midst of rising racial and political tensions. It feels as though our sanity and our humanity are at risk. I believe mindfulness (awareness that…
Living with a disability does not mean you’re exempt from fitness activities. In fact, if you have just recently been diagnosed with a disability, exercising can help you cope and live a more rewarding and fulfilling life. Being active and fit has proven to not just improve physical well-being, but mental and emotional fitness, as…
By Fred Schott In March 2021 I wrote a conversation-based CDA blog post with Ian Bridgman, executive director of The Claim Lab and a Council for Disability Awareness Board member, about the COVID-19 pandemic’s impact on working Americans’ mental health. Bridgman indicated he was surprised with one trend in particular: “One of the data items…
By Dr Millicent Grim. Although adults and teens can be trusted to protect and keep their sense of sight healthy, you cannot count on younger children to be as careful and thorough in doing so. As a parent, you have to take the lead in helping your children protect and take care of their…
