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Issue Brief: Ending Subminimum Wages for Workers with Disabilities in Ohio

By Alyssa Giesey on June 25, 2026 Issue: Workers with disabilities deserve equal pay for equal work. Yet under Section 14(c) of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), some employers may legally pay workers with disabilities less than the federal minimum wage based on assessments of productivity. While originally intended to expand employment opportunities, this policy is increasingly viewed as inconsistent with modern disability rights principles and the goals of community incl

Alyssa Giesey

Jane Doe, Crisis Intervention

When Jane first connected with Lue Haven, she was facing a crisis that many people never see until it is too late. A young woman living with serious mental health challenges, she had unexpectedly been left without stable housing and was at immediate risk of homelessness. Lue Haven was able to provide short-term respite while working to identify long-term solutions. Shortly thereafter, an unforeseen event escalated the situation. While driving, Jane’s vehicle broke down, promp

Alyssa Giesey