Hidden Costs of Living with a Disability
Hidden disability costs add up fast. Learn budget, insurance, and travel tips from Money with Katie’s chat with The Inclusive Traveler team.
Financial Wellness
Money worries can tighten the stress loop. Medical bills, job changes, and insurance gaps place real pressure on many families facing FND. In this section, clear budgeting guides, benefit explainers, and interviews with financial counselors help you plan, save, and find assistance programs. Reducing financial stress frees up mental space for healing across every dimension.
Research Summaries
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Economic Cost of FND
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Podcast reveals FND’s $62,000 yearly cost and shows why early, coordinated care slashes bills and improves lives.
Life Kit: How to Lower Your Medical Bills
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Learn how to cut or erase hospital bills through charity-care rules, itemized errors, and negotiation—stress-saving tips for the FND community.
2025 ABLE Basics
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This Fit + Function resource summary distills the 2025 “ABLE Basics” webinar into practical insights for the FND community. Discover eligibility rules, 2025 contribution limits, the coming age‑of‑onset expansion, and real‑life tips for using ABLE funds—so you can build savings, protect benefits, and invest in a healthier, more independent life.
Extra Costs of Living with a Disability
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Living with a disability costs about 28% more each year. This summary of a key policy brief explains where those extra expenses come from, why many benefits fall short, and how individuals with FND and their caregivers can strengthen financial wellness through smart planning and informed advocacy.
Interactive Tools
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We’re building simple, judgment-free tools to help you track expenses, plan around fluctuating income, and prioritize financial wellness without overwhelm. These resources are designed with chronic illness in mind—supporting peace of mind, not perfection.
Professional Insights
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Financial counselors, benefits specialists, and social workers are sharing expert tips on managing medical costs, navigating disability benefits, and making informed decisions about work and income. These bite-sized articles aim to demystify financial systems and reduce stress.
Lived-Experience Stories
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We’re collecting stories from people with FND who’ve faced financial challenges—and found ways to adapt, advocate, and move forward. Their reflections offer validation, resourceful strategies, and a reminder that you’re not alone in navigating financial uncertainty.
Product + Service Reviews
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From budgeting apps to benefits navigators and low-cost financial planning tools, we’re testing what actually helps when money’s tight and energy is limited. Our reviews focus on ease, accessibility, and practical value for real life with FND.