Americans with Disabilities Act National Network Purpose The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) National Network provides information, guidance, and training on how to implement the ADA in order to support its mission to "assure equality of …
Elder Abuse Prevention The best way to intervene in the problem of elder abuse is to prevent it from happening. To this end, ACL commits resources to several important projects designed to meet the goals of coordinating federal elder justice efforts, …
Spring 2017 EJCC Meeting The Spring 2017 Elder Justice Coordinating Council (EJCC) meeting built on momentum metaphors that were developed by the Frameworks Organization. Frameworks developed two metaphors that are design to reframe the individuals …
NIDILRR External Evaluation NIDILRR is always looking for new ways to determine the merit, worth, or value of its program funding mechanisms, its grants, and the research, development, training, and knowledge translation projects conducted under the …
Employment Resources for People with Disabilities and Their Families Employment is a critical part of community inclusion for people with disabilities. Securing and maintaining employment helps many people to achieve independence and financial security in …
State Advancement Lab States participating in the DCW State Advancement Lab (SAL) receive up to 250 hours of individualized technical assistance from subject matter experts, a designated technical assistance coach, and facilitated collaboration across …
… of Direct Support Professionals — Study that explores duties and activities that distinguish the direct … Information Systems Project (RISP) — Longitudinal study explores long-term services and supports received by people … 2023) Personal Care Assistance in Rural America — StoryMap explores where people who need help with daily activities …
Protecting Rights and Preventing Abuse All people have the right to live their lives with dignity and respect, free from abuse of any kind. Unfortunately, far too many older adults and people with disabilities are abused, neglected or exploited. ACL is …
Behavioral Health Behavioral health is the promotion of mental health and well-being, the treatment of mental and substance use disorders, and the support of those who experience and/or are in recovery from these conditions. Anyone, regardless of age or …
… Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) Program — Study explores the value and impact of a Veterans Affairs …