

Making Sen$e Oct 16

Can an ex-wife file for a Social Security benefit based on a former husband’s earnings record, even if he stated that she has no rights to his retirement benefits? "Such benefits have no impact on his own Social Security entitlements,"…
By Philip Moeller
Science Aug 21

Field biologist Charlotte Devitz is part of a trend: researchers expanding the boundaries of accessible science.
By Vicky Stein
Making Sen$e Jul 31

Here are some of the issues and decisions that people with disabilities may face if they return to work.
By Philip Moeller
Making Sen$e Mar 06

Changing your supplemental health insurance once you've had your Medigap plan for more than six months can limit your options if you have preexisting conditions, columnist Phil Moeller writes.
By Philip Moeller
Oct 14

By PBS NewsHour
On this edition for Sunday, October 14, Democrats eye two tight House races in New Jersey to help flip the House in their favor, and the fashion industry takes steps to design accessible and stylish clothing for people with disabilities.

By Megan Thompson, Mori Rothman
Nearly one in five people in the U.S. identify as having a disability, but it can be difficult for people with disabilities to find clothing that is both stylish and meets their needs. NewsHour Weekend’s Megan Thompson reports on the…
Jun 29

By Philip Moeller
Medicare does cover at-home care services if they are prescribed by a physician or other licensed caregiver, but does not cover so-called custodial care.
Jun 02

By PBS NewsHour
On this edition for Saturday, June 2, the U.S. holds trade talks with China after imposing tariffs on steel and aluminum produced in Canada, Mexico and the European Union. Also, Trump cites national security in a bid to save coal…

By Megan Thompson, Mori Rothman
Years of advocacy in the disability community along with technological advances have spurred the creation of more products for people with a range of abilities. NewsHour Weekend's Megan Thompson talks to New York City's Digital Accessibility Coordinator about the importance…
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