Download the issue brief. Competitive, integrated employment (CIE) – working in the community, alongside people with and without disabilities, at competitive wages – offers a direct pathway to greater independence and self-sufficiency for people with disabilities. CIE is increasingly becoming the expectation across the country.

Organizations across federal government and the disability community have shared many great resources, blogs, and fact sheets to celebrate the 32nd anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act. We're compiling them on our 2022 ADA anniversary page, but we thought we'd share some of the highlights in case you missed them. 

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On June 21, the Elder Justice Coordinating Council held a virtual meeting focused on reforms and improvement to nursing home quality and enforcement, and effective messaging to combat scams and fraud targeting older adults. The meeting video and other materials are now available:

Editor's Note: This program is no longer available, please contact DIAL at 888-677-1199 DIAL@usaginganddisability.org for information on testing options.

Editor's Note: This program is no longer available, please contact DIAL at 888-677-1199 DIAL@usaginganddisability.org for information on testing options.

Thursday, July 28 | 12:00 - 4:00 pm ET

The Biden-Harris Administration has launched a new initiative to expand the availability of at-home tests that are more accessible for people who are blind or have low vision. The tests work with a compatible Bluetooth-enabled smartphone and free app to provide users with audible instructions and audible test results.  Read more about the tests.

Today, we join the world in commemorate World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD). Since its inception 16 years ago, WEAAD has provided an opportunity to promote awareness of—and critical actions from all over the world that addresses—abuse, neglect, and exploitation of older people.

June 5-11, 2022  Medicare Fraud Prevention Week began on Sunday, June 5. This new week-long observance focuses on the actions everyone can take to prevent Medicare fraud, errors, and abuse.