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How to Save Money While on Disability: Open an Oregon ABLE Account!

Can you save money while on disability? If you receive Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI), federal rules dictate that you can’t have resources (including savings accounts) that are

10 Reasons We Are Grateful for our DSPs

Celebrating DSP Recognition Week 2023 Direct support professionals (DSPs) are the backbone of our work with individuals who have intellectual and developmental disabilities. The expertise, advocacy, and care they bring to our work at ALSO is irreplaceable.

What are the Responsibilities of a Direct Support Professional?

What is a Direct Support Professional (DSP)? At first glance, a direct support professional looks a lot like primarily a caregiver for someone with a disability— assisting with personal care, household chores, or other daily tasks.

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What is ADA Compliance?

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was signed into law in 1990. Modeled after the Civil Rights Act of 1964, it heralded sweeping regulations supporting the rights of people with disabilities. Although this law greatly expands the rights of individuals with

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What Life Can Be with Supported Living Services: The Deinstitutionalization of People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Pt. 2

Joe arrives at our interview on his electric bicycle, having cycled to the coffee shop from his home in Tualatin. The thirty-six-year-old lives in his one-bedroom

The Benefits of Hiring People with Disabilities

For some employers, hiring someone with a disability may initially feel a bit overwhelming. Fortunately, many employers, including small business owners, have discovered several advantages of embracing disability inclusion practices. What are the Benefits of Hiring People with Disabilities? In

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