Many people are reluctant to reveal hidden physical or mental challenges. Revealing invisible challenges within a relationship of trust can equip and empower people. Accommodating invisible ...

The Americans with Disabilities Act and New York anti-discrimination laws afford mental and physical disabilities equal protection in the workplace. While physical impairments previously have received ...

People don't get to choose the illnesses that render them too disabled to work, but insurance companies have the power to approve or deny claims based on where in the body their condition exists. It's ...

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A new lawsuit charges that Verizon Communications discriminates against the mentally disabled in adult homes by failing to provide them with access to a federally funded low-cost phone service.

People with disabilities (PWD) make up 25% of the U.S. population. They face elevated mental health concerns and are more likely to utilize mental health services compared to non-disabled individuals.

The City of Worcester has been sued over its response in 911 calls, accused of endangering residents in mental health crisis ...

Federal lawsuit says the city is violating the Americans with Disabilities Act, and other laws.

“Shawn is amazing. He loves music. He loves Pop-Tarts. He is so sweet,” said Christy Bridgman. Bridgman said her 26-year-old son, Shawn Fraraccio, has the mind of a 6- to 8-year-old child. “He ...