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catholicnewsagency.comscience7 hrs ago
Several states propose wage cuts for family caregivers under Medicaid self-direction programs
Maryland, Idaho, Indiana, Missouri, and Colorado have introduced 2026 proposals to reduce hourly pay for family members providing Medicaid-funded care. The changes follow a $1 trillion federal Medicaid funding reduction scheduled to take effect January 1, 2027.
Abc Newsscience9 days ago
Guinea Mother Seeks Autism Care for Son at New School
A mother in Guinea enrolled her son in a free autism school after traditional and hospital care proved insufficient. The school serves 15 children and offers basic skills training. Limited government data and few specialized services remain available in the country.
Nbc Newsworld13 days ago
Trump Administration Reverses Olmstead Interpretation on Disability Care
The Justice Department issued a memo this month reversing the federal government's 25-year reading of the Supreme Court's Olmstead decision. The change removes prior federal backing for states to provide Medicaid-funded home care instead of institutional placement. Several states…
politics19 days ago
Labor-Greens Deal Passes Capital-Gains and Negative-Gearing Changes but Bars Super Funds from Housing Loans
The agreement permits Labor's housing tax measures to advance in exchange for an extended NDIS inquiry. Self-managed super funds will lose the ability to borrow for property purchases. A Senate vote is scheduled for 25 June.
citizen.co.zaworld21 days ago
South African Startup Repairs Wheelchairs and Trains Disabled Technicians
A township entrepreneur's business services and repairs wheelchairs while training people with disabilities to operate similar enterprises. The model emerged after the founder received seed funding through a university incubator program.
rnz.co.nzpolitics23 days ago
NDIS reduces funding after abuse compensation payout
An Australian man with profound autism had his disability support plan cut after receiving a church settlement for historical sexual abuse. He and his mother are appealing the reduction through the Administrative Review Tribunal.
New York Postpolitics23 days ago
Nearly 40% of Berkeley Law Students Registered as Disabled
University data show 378 law students, about one-third of enrollment, are in the Disabled Students’ Program. The share has risen sharply from 3% five years earlier.
The Guardianpolitics24 days ago
Government Proposes 50% Cut to NDIS Social Participation Budgets
The federal government introduced a plan last month to halve social and community participation funding for NDIS participants, aiming to save $13.2 billion by June 2030. The changes would affect programs used by people with Down’s syndrome and other disabilities.
themandarin.com.auscience31 days ago
Senate inquiry told 240,000 people will exit National Disability Insurance Scheme
A Senate inquiry heard that 240,000 current participants and 110,000 future applicants will lose access to the National Disability Insurance Scheme under proposed government changes. The health, disability and ageing department provided the figures during the final hearing.
politics34 days ago
Survey Shows Labor Trails Coalition and One Nation in Victoria
A recent poll placed the Labor Party behind the Coalition and One Nation in the Victorian state election race. Advocacy groups stated that proposed NDIS changes would increase unpaid care work for women.
thehindubusinessline.comworld35 days ago
Therapy Centres for Children With Autism and Down Syndrome Destroyed Amid Israel-Hamas War in Gaza
Families and teachers in Gaza now provide care for children with autism and Down syndrome inside overcrowded tents after their homes and therapy centres were destroyed.
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sbs.com.aupolitics40 days ago
NDIS overhaul plan issued; disability groups cite risks to services
The federal government's NDIS reform advisory committee warned that proposed changes would cause material harm and shift power to the health minister. A single-use plastic and metal vessel won an award for worst packaging. President Trump reportedly confronted Israeli Prime Minis…
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Israeli Disability Housing Group Meets Argentine Rabbis on Community Model
Representatives of the Israeli organization Alei Siach met with leading rabbis of Argentina's Jewish community and two local groups in May 2026. The meeting focused on plans to adapt an Israeli housing and support system for people with disabilities.
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Nbc Newsworld58 days ago
Medicaid Cuts Reduce Pay for Family Caregivers in Maryland
A Maryland Medicaid program that pays family members to care for relatives with developmental disabilities will reduce wages and cap paid hours starting July 1. The changes follow a $126 million cut to programs for people with developmental disabilities.
Nbc Newsscience59 days ago
Medicaid Funding Reductions Affect Family Caregivers in Maryland
A federal spending package signed by President Donald Trump last year is projected to reduce Medicaid funding by about $1 trillion over the next decade. Maryland has already cut $126 million from programs for people with developmental disabilities, reducing wages and hours for fa…
business97 days ago
Australian Providers Advocate for Stricter NDIS Registration Rules Ahead of Budget Reforms
Major NDIS providers are pushing for expanded registration requirements to improve service quality and reduce costs in the $50 billion scheme. The federal government is developing plans to limit the program's growth to 5 or 6 percent annually, with reforms expected in the May bud…