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  1. Hear from ACL at n4a National Conference

    Hear from ACL at n4a National Conference Wed, 07/19/2017 - 12:00 Staff from the Administration for Community Living will be attending the national n4a conference on July 29 - August 2 to make several presentations. Visit the conference website for more …

  2. About

    About   To tackle the challenge of combatting social isolation, the Administration for Community Living pulled together partners from across federal government, the aging and disability networks, philanthropy, and industry. Together, they created Commit …

  3. ACL Celebrates Direct Support Professional Recognition Week

    ACL Celebrates Direct Support Professional Recognition Week Wed, 09/11/2024 - 12:00 This week, ACL and the Direct Care Workforce Strategies Center are celebrating Direct Support Professional (DSP) Recognition Week, which honors the vital workers who …

  4. Voluntary Consensus Guidelines for State APS Systems

    Voluntary Consensus Guidelines for State APS Systems Download the 2020 Updated National Voluntary Consensus Guidelines for State APS Systems: 2020 Voluntary Consensus Guidelines (PDF) Appendix 1: glossary of terms used in the Guidelines (PDF) Appendix 2: …

  5. Employment: the Cornerstone of Full Community Participation

    Employment: the Cornerstone of Full Community Participation Fri, 10/10/2014 - 12:00 By Sharon Lewis, Principal Deputy, Administration for Community Living (ACL) Among working-age adults, most of us would likely agree that employment is a critically …

  6. Inclusive Planning 101

    Inclusive Planning 101 What Is Inclusive Planning? Inclusive Planning Guide This guide to inclusive planning is built from the knowledge and experience gained from the local projects sponsored by the ACL-funded Transit Planning 4 All program. This is a …

  7. Behavioral Health

    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 …

  8. Tips to Recognize, Prevent, or Reduce Cyberattacks and Cybercrimes

    Tips to Recognize, Prevent, or Reduce Cyberattacks and Cybercrimes Mon, 12/27/2021 - 12:00 Scott Cory, Chief Information Officer, ACL As we move through the holiday season, new challenges that people and organizations face include the heightened risk and …

  9. Independent Living Programs FAQs

    Independent Living Programs FAQs Please find below a series of frequently asked questions about the Independent Living Programs and answers from ACL. Section 722 States Becoming Section 723 States (April 2024) Title VII of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, …

  10. Webinar Materials: Meeting People Where They Are: Partnerships with Independent Living and Assistive Technology Programs to Address Homelessness and Housing Stability for People with Disabilities and Older Adults

    Webinar Materials: Meeting People Where They Are: Partnerships with Independent Living and Assistive Technology Programs to Address Homelessness and Housing Stability for People with Disabilities and Older Adults Webinar Materials: Video recording Slides …

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