For millions of disabled people in the United States, affordable, accessible, and integrated housing remains out of reach. Rising housing costs, long waitlists for rental assistance, inaccessible housing stock, and limited community-based supports create significant barriers to independent living. Adults relying on Supplemental Security Income (SSI), in particular, often face impossible choices between paying rent, affording healthcare, or meeting basic daily needs. Addressing the disability housing crisis requires more than increasing supply—it demands policies that prioritize accessibility, affordability, and the right of disabled people to live in their communities with dignity and choice.
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From Exclusion to Inclusion:
A Brief Legal History of Education for Students with Disabilities
When people hear the term “special education,” they often envision separate classrooms with specialized programs. However, at its core, education for students with disabilities is about ensuring that every student has access to the educational services and support they need to learn and thrive in the appropriate school setting.
Continue readingDisability Pride Month: Honoring History, Celebrating Identity, and Building a More Inclusive Community
Neha Banerji,
Project HEAL (Health, Education, Advocacy, and Law) Trainee
Penn State Dickinson School of Law
