Families Struggle With State Agencies To Get Home-Based Care
A federal lawsuit alleges that one state is violating the ADA and Medicaid Act by paying less for in-home care for people with intellectual disabilities compared to those with other…
Millions Headed To States For Respite Care
Federal officials are sending millions of dollars to states to strengthen respite care services for families of those with disabilities and other special needs. The post Millions Headed To States…
Firmer Accessibility Standards Sought For Health Care
Doctors’ offices are supposed to be accessible to people with disabilities, but rules outlining what that means are going unenforced. Now, an independent federal agency is calling for change. The…
Case study: Care group works with assistive bathing company to improve residents' well-being
Highlighted throughout the pandemic as a “godsend” for the care workers, the built-in flush-cleaning technology became a massive help in mitigating the …
Biden $400 Billion Care Plan Would Have A Caveat: States Opt In
Early proposals from Congress on President Joe Biden’s ambitious $400 billion plan to improve in-home care for people with disabilities and others suggest states could have a lot of leeway.…
New ADASS President makes first speech and says government's care plans are needed 'urgently'
In a report published by the social care charity, it highlighted that prioritising access to assistive technology and promoting independent living at home …
HAS Technology wins award for assistive tech solution that improves social care outcomes
ARMED measures data associated with frailty and risk of falling, enabling those managing care to intervene at earlier stages, preventing more significant …
Feds to investigate whether Medicaid firms are unfairly denying care to disabled people
HEALTH Feds to investigate whether Medicaid firms are unfairly denying care to disabled people Tony Leys The Des Moines Register View Comments Federal investigators will look into whether private Medicaid management…
Personal Care and Tourist Support Services | Disabled Accessible Travel
Home Personal Care and Tourist Support Services PERSONAL CARE AND TOURIST SUPPORT SERVICES Holidays are times to relax and recharge your batteries. A well deserved break to enjoy a new…
Govt releases roadmap for fundamental reform
… social support, assistive technology, respite, home care and residential care … These immediate steps provide additional financial assistance for …