SNA attorneys have ongoing involvement with a wide array of issues faced by individuals with disabilities, their families, and the professionals who serve them. Below is a sampling of recent posts from member blogs.

Service Dogs: What to Do if Your Service Dog is Denied Public Access
Businesses are required under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to permit access by service animals.

How to Make Health Care Decisions for Someone Else
Making medical choices for another person is a weighty responsibility. Read suggested considerations when making such decisions.

GAO Report – Education for Children in Nursing Homes
A GAO study cites challenges to providing education to children residing in nursing homes for long periods of time.


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