Policy updates, explained in plain language.
Medicaid rules, waiver changes, school updates, and disability policy can move fast. This page is here to help families understand what changed, why it matters, and what to check next.
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Pennsylvania removed the lifetime limit on Assistive Technology for many waiver families
This is the kind of update families can easily miss. If your child uses waiver-funded supports in Pennsylvania, this change may affect how Assistive Technology can be requested over time.
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Colorado Families: Understanding the New Weekly Caregiver Hour Limits
Hello Colorado families, If you provide care for a loved one through Colorado’s Medicaid program, you may have heard about the new…
Good News for Immigrant Families: Federal Public Charge Rule Rescinded
Hello families, We have some positive news to share that affects immigrant families across the country. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS)…
Important Updates for PA ABLE Account Holders: Transitioning to a New Program Manager
Hello Pennsylvania families, If you use a PA ABLE Savings Program account to save for your loved one’s future, there are some…
Florida iBudget Waiver Changes: What You Need to Know Before the July 30 Deadline
Hello Florida families, If your loved one uses the Developmental Disabilities Individual Budgeting (iBudget) Waiver, there are some proposed changes you should…
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Think of this page as a friendly heads-up, not a replacement for your care team, case manager, school team, or state agency. We will point you to the source, explain what changed, and help you figure out what might be worth asking next.
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