… person has the right to make choices and to control the decisions in their lives. This right to self-determination … belong at the center of the system of services and supports that enable them to live the lives they want to … should be defined by the individual receiving services and supports. At the same time, ACL recognizes that some people …
… reshape the systems that provide long-term services and supports to include more home-and-community-based services. … Living for Older Adults Who Need Long-term Services and Supports (PDF, 299KB) : Issue Brief from the Center for …
… (SDM), which allows individuals with disabilities to make decisions for themselves and choose the level of support … a top priority for ACL for good reason, “When we have the supports and skills we need to make decisions for ourselves, … ID/DD, “It is important that we continue to strengthen the supports that enable youth to successfully transition from …
… Principles for Person-directed Services and Supports during Serious Illness Fri, 09/01/2017 - 12:00 At … has the right to make choices and to control their own decisions. This right is independent of age or disability or … developed Principles for Person-directed Services and Supports during Serious Illness . ACL will be using these …
… should have the right to make choices and to control the decisions in and about their lives. This right to … decisions and planning. Still, others require a blend of supports. Each person is unique, and the help they may need … belong at the center of the system of services and supports that enable them to live the lives they want to …
… fully in their communities. By funding services and supports provided by networks of community-based …
Support the Development of the Physical Activity Guidelines Midcourse Report on Older Adults Fri, 12/03/2021 - 12:00 The Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans provides evidence-based advice on how physical activity can help promote health and reduce …
… human rights — the right to privacy, the right to make decisions about their care, the right to be treated with … who live in LTC facilities are in the driver’s seat on decisions that affect them, and to champion the inclusion of … age, their abilities, or where they receive services and supports. By advocating for these essential rights, we can …
… and families and caregivers; funds services and supports provided primarily by states and networks of … help older adults and people with disabilities find supports and services to help them with community living and … every person has the right to make choices and control the decisions in their lives. This right to self-determination …
Story Ideas ACL can help you with reporting on issues affecting older adults, people with disabilities, and the families and caregivers of both. Contact us when you need info about: The changing landscape for older adults – nursing homes and assisted …
