Special Needs

LiveSpecial.com is an annual magazine for our inclusive community. This year's theme — "Access for All" — features stories on accessibility resources and support at every stage and age. Find sensory-friendly options, technology tools, education, caregiving, travel tips and more in this resourceful publication. ...

Ridesharing services such as Lyft and Uber are convenient ways to get around, especially if you're not comfortable driving. This story outlines the legal protections for people with disabilities and how to take advantage of these handy ridesharing options. ...

When your child turns 18 years old, they legally become an adult. This is an important time to consider their financial future—especially if they need additional care into adulthood. Here are five things that may help you prepare for this milestone. ...

More than one in five adults in the United States lives with a mental illness. If a mentally ill adult child or other family member is a factor in your estate planning, how can you protect both them and the money they may receive? ...

Do you receive Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI)? If so, you should know that Social Security is required by law to review your case to verify that you still have a disabling condition that prevents you from doing substantial work. ...

Federal civil rights law protects people with disabilities. It requires that public entities ensure that individuals with disabilities have an equal opportunity to vote as those without disabilities. This includes all aspects of the voting process, such as voter registration, voting site selection, election websites, and the casting of ballots. ...

By participating in the trial work period, you can preserve your disability benefits while you explore whether returning to work is right for you. This can delay the end of benefits, allowing you to try returning to work without fully committing to ending your benefits. ...

Sharing is caring. This Valentine’s Day, take time to remind your loved ones that Social Security helps people in all stages of life. Social Security provides easy and convenient ways to learn about and apply for benefits. Using online services, you can assist friends and family members in several ways. ...