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Energy Assistance Programs Summary Low-Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP) Assists with home heating costs Eligibility: · Income must be below 200% of the federal poverty level · Considers the most

The Department of Educations Office for Civil Rights (OCR) and Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS) guides elementary and secondary schools in supporting students with disabilities while avoiding

Individuals with developmental disabilities and/or their family members who are interested in scholarships to assist with costs associated with attendance or participation for in-state conferences, training events, committees, and other

PIERRE, S.D. South Dakota has received the highest rating possible under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, or IDEA, for both Parts B and C for the most recent reporting

Forty-five years after publication of the regulations implementing Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the landmark disability civil rights law, the U.S. Department of Education announced plans to

Family Advisory Council-West River New Opportunity for You!South Dakota Parent Connection is in the process of establishing a Family Advisory Council for its Rapid City offices. If you are interested

Help improve the new Disability Information Access Line (DIAL)!  DIAL is a free public service created to support people with disabilities and their families who are seeking information related to COVID-19

SD Parent Connection will be offering a fall parent/professional training series on understanding the difference between an IEP and a 504 Plan, accommodations and modifications and why it is important

The Justice Department announces settlement agreement with Florida’s Volusia County School District (VCS) to address the district’s systemic and discriminatory practices that punish students with disabilities for their disability-related behavior

Waterford Upstart is currently accepting applications from South Dakota families for their free, online, school readiness program. A laptop is provided, and help is available for families without internet access. To

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has a Rental Assistance Finderto connect renters and landlords to state and local organizations distributing federal rental assistance. SD CARES Housing Assistance Programs: https://www.sdhda.org/social-programs/cares-act-housing-assistance-program Call the