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Woman wrongly denied £3,800 disability benefit for doing up her bra

Applicant narrowly missed out on entitlement worth thousands due to how she fastened her bra

The Independent UK

6 Key Facts About the Disability Discrimination Act

The Disability Discrimination Act (DDA) was designed to protect people with disabilities from being treated unfairly in daily life, from applying for a job to accessing public services or education.

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Affordable housing is key for independence of people with disabilities, says Danish minister

Denmark’s social affairs minister is urging the EU to tackle the growing institutionalisation of people with disabilities by ensuring affordable housing.

Euronews

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The uneasy history of horror films and disability

Historically, horror films have been popular during times of social upheaval, as they allow audiences to work through collective cultural anxieties by tapping into their greatest fears. And “fear” is often built around ideas of what is “abnormal” – that is, different from socially constructed norms.

The Conversation

8 Disqualifications That Keep Veterans From Getting the Benefits They Earned

Veterans often expect to receive the benefits they’ve earned through their service, but not everyone qualifies. Navigating the requirements for veteran benefits can be confusing, and a single mistake or overlooked detail may result in a denial. Knowing the common veteran benefits disqualifications can help you avoid costly errors. For…

The Free Financial Advisor

One million young people will soon not be in education or employment for first time in a decade

The number of so-called ‘Neets’ has risen by nearly 200,000 over the past two years

The Independent UK

Universal Credit, PIP and Motability: Could Labour cut more benefits in the autumn Budget?

There are several proposals for further changes to the benefit system

The Independent UK

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Teacher wins £140K payout after co-worker said she 'let students down' by taking sick leave for back operation

Annika Robinson, a disabled design and technology tutor, branded the comments ‘extremely disrespectful’

Evening Standard

Chancellor says she ‘can’t leave welfare untouched’ this parliament as budget looms

Rachel Reeves understood to be eyeing cuts to Motability scheme as she tries to plug hole in country’s finances

The Guardian - UK

Rachel Reeves plots £1bn cut to Motability scheme which lets disability claimants access cars

The scheme provides cars and tax breaks to more than 800,000 users

The Independent UK

The Outdoor Americans with Disabilities Act Is a Good Idea, But is Based on a Lie

Though it sounds like the Outdoor Americans with Disabilities Act has good intentions, the way it's drafted, and who drafted it, will only serve developers, extractive industries, and those who'd do away with public lands.

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Beloved ‘Hamilton’ wardrobe stylist fired from show after beating stage 3 cancer, lawsuit says

Exclusive: Kimberly Mark, a theatrical dresser brought to ‘Hamilton’ a decade ago by actor Leslie Odom Jr., says she was unlawfully terminated by producers of the Tony-, Grammy-, and Pulitzer Prize-winning production

The Independent UK

April Lockhart Used Fashion to Hide Her Limb Difference. Now It’s Her Superpower.

The fashion content creator and disability advocate chats with editor-in-chief Nikki Ogunnaike on "Nice Talk".

Marie Claire

The Social Security Disability Mistake That Leads to an Automatic Denial

Applying for Social Security Disability can be overwhelming. You’re already dealing with health challenges, and now you’re facing a mountain of paperwork and strict requirements. The process is well known for being tough, with many applicants turned down on their first try. But did you know that a single mistake…

The Free Financial Advisor

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Here’s How Many People Receive Social Security in Every State

A study breaks down how many people receive Social Security retirement, disability or survivor benefits.

Evening Standard

Government needs to show plan for mental health community care, says Labour MP

Jen Craft says she fears people with learning disabilities or autism could be in limbo as they wait for community support to be provided.

Saving Advice

How Social Security Disability Benefits Might Help Adult Children With Disabilities

Many parents of adult children with disabilities don’t realize they may qualify for lifetime financial support under Social Security. These benefits, known as Disabled Adult...

The Conversation

In Guillermo Del Toro’s Frankenstein, what makes us monstrous is refusing to care

In Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein, the true horror lies in scientist Victor Frankenstein’s hubris and refusal to care for The Creature he creates.

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Helping families of disabled kids 'find their village'

An Australian-first program could link families of young children facing profound disability with appropriate respite care and help them "find their village".

The Guardian - AU

Kieron relies on NDIS after surviving a catastrophic diving accident – but new rules could put his life at risk

Brisbane man is one of hundreds reporting devastating cuts to NDIS plans after rule changes last year

Evening Standard

Job advisers in GP surgeries to help long-term sick and disabled into work

There are approximately 2.8 million people out of work in the UK due to long-term sickness.

The Conversation

I research Tourette’s – I Swear is an unflinching yet empathetic portrait of life with this condition

I Swear is a biographical drama based on Scottish campaigner John Davidson’s experience of Tourette’s syndrome.

The Independent UK

Hair loss, jock itch and toenail fungus: The millions taxpayers spend in VA ‘disability’ benefits each year

Agency has seen explosion in disability claims for the treatment of ailments with seemingly few ties to combat

The Independent UK

Trump budget director pushing Social Security overhaul to cut disability benefits for hundreds of thousands of Americans: report

Critics fear proposed changes from White House budget chief Russell Vought mark biggest-ever cuts to disability insurance

Benzinga

Former Combat Veteran Building F-16s At Lockheed Martin Now Earns $8,466 a Month—But the Price He Paid Is Something No Paycheck Can Fix

A skilled defense worker’s financial snapshot reveals both the lucrative reality of America’s military-industrial complex and the lasting toll of service that no amount of compensation can truly repair.

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