Disabled children cost more — and not for the reason you think

Let me tell you about my favorite research study

Jul 11, 2021

“(Parents of disabled children) were often compelled to reconstruct and renegotiate every aspect of their lives.” — Dobson, Middleton, Beardsworth (2001)

A dining table without corner supports, a no-spill feeding tray, a wheel-friendly rug and a wheelchair. Only one of these expenses was reimbursed. Photo credit: Keith Sheffield Photography

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