ADA History - In Their Own Words: Part Three The ADA Becomes Law Action in the House of Representatives While only one Senate committee had jurisdiction, in the House of Representatives, four separate committees, with seven subcommittees, had jurisdiction …
ADA History - In Their Own Words: Part One Origins of the ADA The signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was a watershed event in modern U.S. history. This series of webpages explores some of the key events that led to its creation and …
ADA History - In Their Own Words: Part Two Crafting the Law When the 101st Congress convened in 1989, the disability rights community approached Senator Ted Kennedy and Carolyn Osolinik, his chief counsel, to introduce a new version of the proposed ADA, …
Looking to Innovate! Looking to Innovate! Find out how Innovations in Nutrition Programs and Services (INNU) grantees are successfully improving participant well-being and creating cost-savings for programs. Learn how to replicate these projects in your …
Accessible recreation Whether you love swimming, skiing, hiking, fishing, or just playing at the park, recreational activities are a part of healthy living. This is why it is so vital for parks and recreational facilities to incorporate universal design …
Health & Well-being Health & Well-being Promoting the health and well-being of older adults through nutrition and other disease prevention and health promotion services is part of the threefold purpose of the Older Americans Act. The pages linked below …
Nutrition Education Nutrition Education Nutrition education is a required part of every Older Americans Act-funded nutrition program. This education better equips older adults to make food choices that improve their nutritional status and help them manage …
Accessible scales Stepping on a scale to be weighed is a regular part of many doctor or hospital visits. However, most scales are designed for use while standing and cannot be used by many wheelchair users and others with limited mobility. As a result, …
Policies and Procedures Policies and Procedures Policies and procedures ensure nutrition programs function with structure, consistency, and accountability in every area of operations, from food safety and sanitation to managing personnel and volunteers. …
Creativity & Innovation Creativity & Innovation Generating fresh ideas and new ways of doing things can help senior nutrition programs as they navigate challenges and work to remain relevant in a rapidly changing world, from public health emergencies to …
