On July 26, 1990, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was signed into law, establishing a national expectation of accessibility, inclusion and full participation – and creating a promise of justice and equity – for disabled people of all ages. The ADA makes clear that people with disabilities have the same rights as people without disabilities to live, work, and participate in their communities.

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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.

Twenty-three years ago today, we celebrated one of the most significant civil rights victories for people with disabilities. On June 22, 1999, the landmark Supreme Court decision in Olmstead vs L.C. held that people of all ages with disabilities have the right to live and receive support in the community under the Americans with Disabilities Act, as well as Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act.

The anniversary of the Olmstead decision reminds us of the importance of the work we do in ACL’s Office of Independent Living Programs, with centers for independent living (CILs) helping deliver on the promise of Olmstead. Designed and operated by people with disabilities, CILs across the nation provide independent living services for people with disabilities in their communities.

Today, communities around the world are marking World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. WEAAD serves as a call-to-action for individuals, organizations, and communities to raise awareness about elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation.