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1. Better Spaces For Older People The research project ‘Older People’s Use of Unfamiliar Space’ (OPUS) examined the strategies used by older people to find their way in unfamiliar spaces as pedestrians and users of public transport. As part of the research, older people were shown town scenes and pedestrian routes and gave feedback on signposting, ease of navigation and general […]...
2. Lifeline Program to Make Sure More Low-income Americans Access Affordable Phone Service The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is reforming its Lifeline program to stop waste and ensure that multiple carriers do not get support for serving the same consumer. The Lifeline program helps low-income Americans get affordable phone service. Consumers are allowed to have only one Lifeline-subsidized phone service and have 30 days to choose which subsidized phone service to […]...
3. White House Champions of Change: Science, Technology, Engineering & Math (STEM) for People with Disabilities – Nomination Deadline April 7 White House Champions of Change: Science, Technology, Engineering & Math (STEM) for People with Disabilities - Nomination Deadline April 7...
4. Fact Sheet on Affordable Care Act & Americans with Disabilities This fact sheet from HealthCare.gov describes what the Affordable Care Act means for Americans with disabilities. The Act will stop insurance company discrimination based on a preexisting condition.  Beginning in 2014 the law will prohibit insurance companies from denying coverage or charging more to a person based on their medical history. It will also provide new choices for long-term supports and […]...
5. A Greater Ability To Process Information Draws People With Autism To IT A Greater Ability To Process Information Draws People With Autism To IT...
6. Emergency Access Advisory Committee (EAAC) Meeting – July 8 The Federal Communications Commission will hold the next EAAC meeting on July 8, 2011 from 10:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. in Washington, DC. The EAAC works to determine the most effective and efficient technologies and methods to enable access to Next Generation 911 emergency services by individuals with disabilities. This link opens a PDF document. This information is also in […]...
7. U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) Public Hearings on Americans with Disabilities Act Regulations U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) Public Hearings on Americans with Disabilities Act Regulations...
8. Share of Cost, Traveling with Disabilities Share of Cost, Traveling with Disabilities: This brochure from the State Department has travel planning suggestions and tips for persons with disabilities. Topics include traveling with medications, required equipment, how to request accommodations and how to pack for travel.  There is also a pamphlet called New Horizons covering air travel subjects for persons with disabilities. This link opens a PDF document....
9. Share of Cost, Emergency Preparedness: Together We Prepare Videos Share of Cost, Emergency Preparedness: Together We Prepare Videos...
10. U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development (HUD) and Marin County Agreement Will Promote Affordable Housing for Minorities & People with Disabilities U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development (HUD) and Marin County Agreement Will Promote Affordable Housing for Minorities & People with Disabilities...
11. Share of Cost Medi-Cal, Alcohol Use May Be A Problem For Older Adults Some people whose drinking habits do not change over the years and decades may find that they develop problems with alcohol when they get older – aging lowers the body’s tolerance for alcohol. A drink now and again as one ages will not usually cause any harm....
12. Justice Department Intervenes in Lawsuit Involving New Hampshire’s Mental Health System Justice Department Intervenes in Lawsuit Involving New Hampshire's Mental Health System...
13. 2011 State of the Art Conference on Postsecondary Education Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities – November 3 & 4 The State of the Art Conference on Postsecondary Education and Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities will be held on November 3 – 4, 2011 in Fairfax, VA. Colleges and universities, researchers, program staff, parents and self-advocates will discuss the current state of policies, research and practice in the field. Check our share of cost site for additional […]...
14. Share of Cost, Guide to Help Small Business Owners Understand How New ADA Regulations Apply to Them Share of Cost, Guide to Help Small Business Owners Understand How New ADA Regulations Apply to Them...
15. U.S. Departments of Housing; Urban Development (HUD) and Health & Human Services (HHS) Announce Effort to Move Persons with Disabilities from Institutions to Independence U.S. Departments of Housing; Urban Development (HUD) and Health & Human Services (HHS) Announce Effort to Move Persons with Disabilities from Institutions to Independence...