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Global Insights > Healthcare
Medicaid for Working Families: Katie Beckett Waivers, Dual Coverage, and Options You Didn't Know Existed
...Your household income doesn't factor into the eligibility assessment. Not all states offer Katie Beckett...household income doesn't factor into the eligibility assessment. Not all states offer Katie Beckett waivers,...that do set their own medical and functional eligibility...
Education > Special Education
The 13 Disability Categories Under IDEA: Who Qualifies for Special Education
...your child doesn't meet eligibility criteria. This happens more...diagnosis and special education eligibility aren't the same thing. IDEA...qualifies. The Two-Part Eligibility Test. IDEA serves students...general education setting, and eligibility requires meeting two criteria:...educational impact through assessments, classroom observations,...
Legal > Housing
The Law and Special Needs Housing: What You Need to Know
...navigate through the application process: 1. Assessment of Eligibility: Every system needs an eligibility...through the application process: 1. Assessment of Eligibility: Every system needs an eligibility criteria in...Assessment of eligibility: Every system needs an eligibility criteria in place, housing assistance is no different....
Education > Accommodations
The IEP Process: What You Need to Know
...eligible for support from the local school district. To determine this, assessments must be conducted, which can be requested by the parent. Once assessed,...(Individualized Education Program) meeting will be held to discuss potential eligibility and appropriate placement/supports. At times, you may disagree with the...
Education > Accommodations
The Individual Education Plan
...at an appropriate decision as to eligibility, placement and services.The IEP...process begins with a request for an assessment, usually by the parent that feels...the disability.A request for an assessment and IEP needs to be made in writing....short handwritten note requesting assessment and a short explanation of why....
Research > Genetics
CRISPR Gene Therapy for Rare Pediatric Disorders: What Families Need to Know
The first personalized CRISPR therapy was delivered to an infant in February 2025. What this means for your child's eligibility.
News > Sports
The Complete Guide to Adaptive Sports Equipment Grants and Funding
...to events. Applications open twice a year (spring and fall cycles). The review process takes 4–6 weeks. Approval rates are high if you meet the eligibility requirements and document the need thoroughly. CAF prioritizes athletes who are already training or competing, not beginners exploring whether they...
Special Needs > Muscular Dystrophy
Muscular Dystrophy in 2026: What Families Need to Know About Gene Therapy and Daily Life
...biggest developments in DMD treatment in decades. They're also expensive, eligibility-restricted, and still unfolding in terms of long-term outcomes. And while...are still ambulatory. That means more families now have access, but the eligibility window is still tight. Your child may qualify if: He has a confirmed...
Financial > Scholarships
How Vocational Rehabilitation Can Pay for Your College or Trade School
...pays for education, training, books, tools, and assistive technology when those expenses are necessary to reach a specific career goal. If you meet eligibility criteria and your counselor approves your plan, VR can cover costs that financial aid won't touch. Here's what families need to know about how VR...
Financial > Housing Assistance
Using ABLE Accounts to Pay for Housing Without Losing SSI or Medicaid
...Here's how to use those funds for housing expenses without jeopardizing eligibility. How ABLE Accounts Interact with SSI's Resource Limit. SSI has a strict...the account balance exceeds $100,000, SSI gets suspended but Medicaid eligibility continues. The key word is suspended, not terminated. Once the balance...
Financial > Government Benefits
Medicaid Waiver Waiting Lists: How to Access Services While You Wait (and How to Jump the Line)
...allow people with disabilities to live at home or in the community rather than in institutions. Each state designs its own waivers with different eligibility rules, service packages, and enrollment caps. Waiver services typically include: Personal care assistance (bathing, dressing, toileting) Respite...
Education > Early Intervention
What Happens When Early Intervention Ends at Age 3: The Transition to Preschool Special Education
...intervention from birth to age 3. Part B covers preschool special education from age 3 through high school. They're separate programs with different eligibility rules, different service structures, and different goals. Your child doesn't automatically move from one to the other. They have to be evaluated...