Friday, October 10, 2014

Report examines poverty among individuals with disabilities


Nearly 29% of individuals with disabilities live in poverty, according to a probe by the U.S. Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions. In a committee report, more than 400 individuals with disabilities describe employment obstacles, ranging from fear of losing benefits to discrimination. Disability Scoop (9/18)   http://www.disabilityscoop.com/2014/09/18/report-disabilities-poverty/19683/

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