… & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced in a national coverage decision that Medicare will now cover seat elevation devices for power wheelchairs. This decision follows years of advocacy by disability and aging … and other supporting organizations. Their request was supported by public input from numerous individuals and …
… Act and reinforced through the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in Olmstead v. L.C. – a decision we fully support. We are firmly committed to … settings rule. In short, at ACL, we are fully committed to making community living possible for all. View Printable …
… should have the right to make choices and to control the decisions in and about their lives. This right to self-determination includes decisions about their homes and work, as well as all the … help with dressing and eating. For others, it is help with making decisions and planning. Still, others require a blend …
… impact of paying for care and the emotional impact of making decisions for you. Review the How to Decide section for more … family or loved ones about how to make important health decisions for you, should you no longer be able to make …
… benefits information and resources that support informed decision-making about health care, finances, food, and housing. … …
… petition explore less restrictive alternatives, such as decision-making tools, services, and/or alternative court processes … education and tools for guardianship/conservatorship and supported decision-making, improve accessibility of …
… has the right to make choices and to control their own decisions. This right is independent of age or disability or …
… preferences Medical Power of Attorney — to make sure decisions can be made for persons no longer able to … Power of Attorney — to make sure financial and estate decisions can be made to pay for care, apply for assistance …
… 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 … that all residents are informed about their rights and supported in asserting their choices; these rights include: …
… justice, motivational interviewing, teaming, and supported decision-making approaches ACL has awarded a nearly $1.2 million …
