Jul. 1—July 26 is National Disability Independence Day. This day celebrates the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act into law in 1990. Paralyzed Veterans of America provides facts about ...

The FINANCIAL — There were nearly 40 million Americans with a disability in 2015, representing 12.6% of the civilian non-institutionalized population, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. Yet the ...

In offices around the country, managers and leaders are returning to the office with a new set of questions, surfacing likely because we’ve all become more accountable for creating less stressful, ...

If you’ve been disabled due to your service in the military, you’re due some compensation. But just because you’re owed compensation doesn’t mean that it’s easier to figure out how much is due to you.

My husband is a physician. As often as he writes prescriptions, he also prescribes old-fashioned advice: “Attitude is everything.” It’s true. The medical community isn’t really sure how, but studies ...

November is Family Stories Month. Every family has stories — stories are a great way to carry on family legacies, pass lessons on to future generations, and share what is important to your family with ...

The Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) provides retirement and disability benefits to eligible workers. If you become disabled, you may be eligible to receive FERS disability retirement ...

The New River Valley Disability Resource Center located in Christiansburg opened its doors in June 2016. Once operating as a satellite of the Blue Ridge Independent Living Center in Roanoke, the NRV ...

Avoid Surprises: A Guide to Verifying Accessibility and Support Before Choosing Your New Home. Articles that list the best places for people with disabilities often appear helpful but can be ...