Education & Impact Stories
Medicaid Work Requirements Are Coming in January: What Some SoonerCare Members Need to Know
September 14, 2026
Starting January 1, 2027, many Oklahoma adults enrolled in SoonerCare will be subject to new federal “community engagement” requirements. The changes were included in H.R. 1, Pub. L. 119-21, the federal legislation signed into law on July 4, 2025.
National Nonprofit Day: Celebrate the Difference We Make Together
August 17, 2026
Every August 17, National Nonprofit Day recognizes the organizations, employees, volunteers, donors and community members who work together to make a difference. The day celebrates the positive impact nonprofits have on communities and encourages people to learn more about the causes they support. National Nonprofit Day was established in 2017.
IEP vs. 504 Plan: Understanding Your Child’s School Supports
August 10, 2026
As the new school year begins, many families hear the terms IEP and 504 Plan; but often there is confusion about what each of these are. While both are designed to support students with disabilities, they serve different purposes.
The Impact of Social Isolation on Autistic People
August 3, 2026
When people think about autism, one of the most common misconceptions is that autistic people simply prefer to be alone. While many autistic individuals do value solitude as a way to rest, regulate or recover from sensory and social demands, that preference should not be confused with social isolation or loneliness.
