Tag Archives: Administration for Community Living (ACL)

Coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19): Reliable Information from Federal and State Resources

Posted on March 12, 2020 by cgraves34

During December 2019, a new type of respiratory disease (human coronavirus) first appeared in Wuhan, Hubei Province, China. Since that time, coronavirus disease 2019 also known as COVID-19 has spread to approximately 104 countries (territories/areas) including the United States. According … Continue reading →

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Is there a difference between independent living and assisted living?

Posted on October 4, 2019 by cgraves34

We often refer our patrons to centers for independent living when they are looking for services and supports in their community, which is often met with, “But I’m not looking for a nursing home—I don’t need that kind of help—that’s … Continue reading →

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NIDILRR Seeks Input to Guide Strategic Planning

Posted on October 11, 2016 by cgraves34

The National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research (NIDILRR) through the Administration for Community Living (ACL) is seeking comments and hosting several listening sessions across the country to help inform future funding priorities and strategic direction.  Public meetings … Continue reading →

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4th Annual Research-to-Policy Roundtable

Posted on December 10, 2014 by cgraves34

The 4th Annual Research-to-Policy Roundtable took place in the afternoon of December 3rd following the release of the 2014 Compendium of Disability Statistics. Mark Periello, President of the American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD), expressed his excitement to transition … Continue reading →

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Administration for Community Living and the U.S. Department of Justice Celebrate the 15th Anniversary of the Olmstead Decision

Posted on June 18, 2014 by cgraves34

Sunday, June 22nd 2014 marks the 15th anniversary of the Olmstead decision, the landmark ruling by the U.S. Supreme Court affirming the right of individuals with disabilities to a life within their community. On Friday, June 20th, the Administration for … Continue reading →

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Administration for Community Living presents webinar on the Impact of the Affordable Care Act

Posted on February 27, 2014 by mpgarcia

The Administration for Community Living (ACL) will present a webinar on Tuesday, March 4th, from 3 to 4 pm EST on the impact of the Affordable Care Act on older adults, people with disabilities, and the aging and disabilities networks. … Continue reading →

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2013 Webinar Series on Alzheimer’s Disease and Resources

Posted on May 8, 2013 by cgraves34

The National Institute on Aging (NIA) at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the Administration for Community Living (ACL) are collaborating to host a webinar series designed to improve coordination of federal resources available to assist people with Alzheimer’s … Continue reading →

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