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#AUTISM | APRIL 2025
From Special Olympics to Special Offense: A Kennedy Contradiction
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., newly appointed Secretary of Health and Human Services, has ignited widespread backlash after making a series of demeaning and scientifically unfounded statements about autism. During his first press conference, he referred to autism as an "epidemic" and claimed that children with autism "will never pay taxes, hold a job, go on a date," among other disparaging remarks.
AP NEWS: CDC: Autism Now 1 in 31 Kids
PEOPLE: RFK Jr. Doubts Autistic Abilities; Experts Disagree
#LIVING | APRIL 2025
From Flat-Packs to Inclusive Hacks: IKEA's New Blueprint
IKEA is stepping up its game in accessibility and inclusion. They're enhancing digital platforms to be more user-friendly for individuals with disabilities, and introducing a line of stylish, affordable bathroom accessories designed with accessibility in mind.
HF BUSINESS: Navigating IKEA Online: Fewer Clicks, More Inclusivity
THE SPRUCE: Accessible Design That Doesn't Scream 'Medical'
Care Crisis 2.0: Deporting the Backbone of Home Care
President Trump's renewed immigration crackdowns are exacerbating the caregiving crisis in the U.S. With a significant portion of caregivers being foreign-born, these policies threaten the stability of essential care services for families nationwide.
NBC NEWS: Deporting Caregivers: A Recipe for National Neglect
CA HEALTHLINE: Caregivers Out, Crisis In: The New Immigration Equation
#LIVING | APRIL 2025