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You can’t always tell what someone is managing. 💙

Some disabilities affect daily life in ways others may never notice — from health needs and appointments to work, energy, planning, transportation, and support.

For eligible people with disabilities, ABLE accounts can help save for qualified disability expenses while protecting important benefits like SSI and Medicaid.

ABLE accounts can be used for many disability-related expenses, including health care, housing, education, transportation, employment support, assistive technology, and more.

Follow ABLE today to learn more about disability savings and ABLE eligibility.

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During a conversation with disability advocate and ABLE today’s National Outreach Director Mark Raymond Jr⚜️, Easterseals President and CEO Kendra Davenport addresses the controversy surrounding Section 14(c).

Section 14(c) of the Fair Labor Standards Act is a federal provision that allows certain employers to pay some workers with disabilities less than the federal minimum wage — but only if the employer has a special certificate from the U.S. Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division.

It’s a complex issue at the intersection of disability employment, dignity, choice, and fair wages.

Watch the conversation.

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Video description: In a split-screen interview, ABLE today’s Mark Raymond Jr. speaks with Easterseals President and CEO Kendra Davenport about Section 14(c), disability employment, dignity, choice, and fair wages. Captions are included.

ABLE today is proud to recognize our National Outreach Director, for his tireless advocacy and leadership on behalf of people with disabilities.

On Monday, May 4, Mark will join advocates, organizations, leaders, and community members from across Louisiana for Disability Awareness Day at the Capitol — a day focused on raising awareness, amplifying voices, and advancing a more inclusive future for people with disabilities.

Thank you, Mark, for continuing to show up, speak out, and help move this important work forward. 👏

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