The month of September marks the 50th anniversary of the passage of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Rehab Act). As we commemorate the milestones that have been achieved, join DETAC for a webinar that will focus on the power of the Independent Living movement in advancing employment.
An ACL jointly funded NIDILRR and AoD grantee will share key aspects of this research including efforts being made to support youth and young adults with disabilities from marginalized communities to be engaged with CILs. The panel will consist of CIL staff supporting young leaders and young leaders who will share about their experiences
A critical moment for the disability community was the passage and eventual implementation of the Rehab Act. This webinar will include key leaders who participated in the drafting of the Rehab Act to the implementation of it. Speakers will share individual stories and insights on the passage and implementation of the Act and its implementing regulations, the advocacy that helped make it happen, the law’s impact to the disability community and greater society, and lessons learned.
National Senior Center Month, organized by the National Council on Aging (NCOA) in partnership with the Administration for Community Living (ACL), celebrates the vital role of senior centers in the lives of older adults. With over 11,000 senior centers serving more than one million older Americans daily, these centers serve as community focal points, connecting seniors with essential services.
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Office of Minority Health (CMS OMH) is recognizing National Sickle Cell Disease Awareness Month during September. Sickle cell disease (SCD) is a congenital condition resulting in the production of abnormal crescent-shaped blood cells that impair oxygen delivery, leading to pain, organ damage, infection, and potential stroke. It disproportionately affects Black and Hispanic individuals, highlighting the need for increased awareness and equitable access to comprehensive care for those affected.
Inform USA invites Information & Referral/Assistance professionals to attend an upcoming webinar for aging and disabilities I&R/A programs on organizational accreditation. The presentation will provide an overview of the role of Aging and Disability Resource Centers in the community and why becoming Inform USA accredited is important when working with stakeholders. The presentation will include a summary of the accreditation process and standards.
The State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) Technical Assistance Center is hosting an upcoming webinar to address the issue of inaccurate medical bills among older adults, as shown in a recent study from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB). This session will explore the impact of these inaccurate bills, including coercive credit reporting, and provide insights into federal consumer debt collection and credit reporting rights.
This webinar, hosted by the National Long-Term Care Ombudsman Resource Center, offers an in-depth exploration of the comprehensive resources provided by the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation National Paralysis Resource Center (NPRC). These resources are designed to empower individuals living with paralysis, as well as their families and caregivers, to live independent, healthy, and fulfilling lives.
The National Center on Law & Elder Rights (NCLER) is hosting a virtual training session focused on preventing tax foreclosure, particularly among low-income and older homeowners. This training will emphasize the importance of ensuring that these individuals have access to all available exemptions and discounts, as many older adults who are at risk of tax foreclosure have not taken advantage of these resources.
Join the American Society on Aging (ASA) for an upcoming webinar providing an overview of hearing loss and balance disorders in older adults, including signs, symptoms and treatment options to help improve quality of life. This webinar will cover tips to assess the conditions and effective communication strategies to integrate into care settings. Participants will learn to identify common symptoms of hearing loss
Participants in this webinar will learn to:
