Every May, ACL leads the nation’s observance of Older Americans Month (OAM). In 2022, ACL will be focusing on aging in place – how older adults can plan to stay in their homes and live independently in their communities for as long as possible. The 2022 theme is Age My Way, an opportunity for all of us to explore the many ways older adults can remain in and be involved with their communities.

The National Paralysis Resource Center (operated by the Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation) is announcing a virtual three-part series that equips healthcare professionals who directly serve wheelchair users with sets of 1-5 minute mindfulness and yoga techniques (capsules) to foster resilience in the body, breath and mind.

Wednesday, February 23, at 2 pm ETRegister for the call.

In this issue: COVID-19 Updates: New vaccination guidance for people who are immunocompromised ICYMI:  HHS guidance for health care providers on civil rights protections for people with disabilities ACL Fact Sheet: Insurance coverage for at-home COVID-19 tests Coming soon:  Medicare coverage for at-home COVID-19 tests

The Center on Youth Voice, Youth Choice (CYVYC) has launched a new website! CYVYC is a national youth resource center on alternatives to guardianship. It promotes the use of alternatives to guardianship nationally through research, self-advocacy, outreach, coalition building and education.  The new website features:

ACL is pleased to announce Jill Jacobs as the Commissioner of ACL’s Administration on Disabilities. 

The National Paralysis Resource Center (operated by the Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation) recently launched a virtual support group program for people living with paralysis and their family members or caregivers.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) proposes action to improve the clarity and accessibility of visual Emergency Alert System messages to the public, particularly to people who are Deaf or hard of hearing. See the full call for comment details in the Federal Register notice.

NCAPPS compiled a list of helpful resources for person-centered practices and related activities to enhance work supporting people with disabilities and older adults with long-term services needs. Learn more about the resources and follow the links for more information.

The National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research (NIDILRR) at ACL has opened two new funding opportunities under the