This webinar will provide an overview of why the 2020 Census matters for the disability community. During the webinar, presenters will discuss the basics of the 2020 Census and share resources and materials for a successful Get out the Count (GOTC) effort. This webinar is sponsored by the National Disability Rights Network and The Arc.
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The vast majority of states and territories have submitted good faith exemption requests in order to delay their implementation of Electronic Visit Verification. This webinar will review the reasons states submitted to CMS. During the webinar, participants will learn about the various unavoidable delays states are encountering and hear about trends that impact multiple states.
ACL has announced the second meeting of the advisory council established by the RAISE Family Caregivers Act. The purpose of this council is to provide recommendations on effective models of family caregiving and support to family caregivers. This meeting is open to the public. Individuals have the option to attend in person in Washington, DC or join virtually.
This webinar from the National Institute of Mental Health will focus on the importance of employment as a social determinant of health. The webinar will look specifically at how to improve access to competitive, integrated employment for youth and young adults on the autism spectrum. During the webinar, participants will hear about the benefits of work-based learning, learn about resources to support workplace accommodations, and gain a deeper understanding of the link between work and health.
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This webinar will provide an overview of Seniors Against Scams, an education curriculum that highlights popular scams targeting vulnerable older adults. During the webinar, participants will hear from four directors who implemented the program at their senior centers and learn about evaluation results. This program is now available for implementation at senior centers, and the webinar will provide resources, guides, press release templates, survey tools and tips to assist those interested in starting the program.
This webinar will discuss four programs that were recently approved for the Older Americans Act Title III-D evidence-based program pre-approved list. The four programs featured are:
During the webinar, participants will learn about how each of these evidence-based initiatives can help reach new participants and address diverse health needs.
This webinar will discuss the steps an SSI recipient should take if they receive a notice of overpayment from the Social Security Administration. Presenters will explore options including appealing the determination of an overpayment and requesting a waiver. Participants will also learn how advocates can assist individuals through processes such as filing a waiver application, asking for an administrative waiver, and establishing a monthly payment plan.
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The Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation is putting on its first annual conference, Reeve Summit 2020: Where Care, Cure and Community Connect. 2020 marks the 25th anniversary of Christopher Reeve’s spinal cord injury, and this event is a unique opportunity to bring together the community, key thought leaders and individuals who have had an extraordinary impact on the lives of people with paralysis and related disabilities.
