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Under a new rule, more people will soon qualify for Supplemental Security Income and some current beneficiaries will see their monthly payments increase, the Social Security Administration said. The changes will come under a  regulation  finalized recently broadening what counts as a “public assistance household.” The agency is expanding the definition to include households receiving Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, payments as well as households where not

Google is unveiling a slew of accessibility updates while also announcing new efforts to support people with disabilities creating content online. The technology giant said recently that it will enhance features aimed at those with blindness or low vision, individuals with cognitive disabilities and physical accessibility needs. The company is also launching a six-month fellowship program for influencers with disabilities and investing $5 million in a  fund  backing nonprofit

Uber is rolling out new features to assist riders with disabilities and is adding training for drivers to help better accommodate them. The ride-sharing company said this month that it will offer riders who are deaf or hard of hearing as well as those who are blind or who have low vision the option to self-identify on the app and set communication preferences. Click HERE to read the full article.

Lego is introducing new characters outfitted with an internationally recognized lanyard designed to quietly indicate that a person has a hidden disability and might need some extra support. The company said this month that it is adding the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower lanyard to characters in a variety of sets. People can also create their own minifigures wearing the special Sunflower symbol at all 55 Minifigure Factories around the world “to give fans additional opportuniti

Starting this month, individuals with disabilities can accrue more money than ever before in a special type of account that allows people to save without jeopardizing access to Medicaid and other government benefits. Contributions to ABLE accounts can total up to $19,000 for 2025. That’s an increase from $18,000 last year. To read the full article click HERE

The federal government will soon be required to roll out a tool to help people with developmental disabilities access services in their communities. President Joe Biden signed the Think Differently Database Act earlier this month. The law mandates that the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services establish a clearinghouse of federal and state resources and information for people with disabilities, their caregivers and families. The website must include details about long-

On Housing A Position Paper FINAL

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development is sending millions in funding to local officials across the country to help people with disabilities access housing in their communities. The agency said this month that it’s awarding $24.7 million to 98 local public housing authorities in order to provide permanent affordable housing to those with disabilities. As many as 2,210 families are expected to benefit from the funding, federal officials said. Read the full story

For the first time in decades, federal officials are planning to update rules prohibiting disability discrimination in housing and they’re looking for input. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development is seeking public comment as it considers revising regulations related to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Read the full story HERE