The Collaborative on Health Reform and Independent Living CHRIL Presents… Health Reform and People with Disabilities: Lessons to Date from the CHRIL January 31, 2019 3:00 – 4:00 p.m. Eastern Time
January 25, 2019
The Collaborative on Health Reform and Independent Living CHRIL Presents… Health Reform and People with Disabilities: Lessons to Date from the CHRIL January 31, 2019 3:00 – 4:00 p.m. Eastern Time Please join us on Thursday, January 31, 2019 for a presentation from the Collaborative on Health Reform and Independent Living (CHRIL),…
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Accessible Sidewalks, Shared Use Paths, and Street Crossings Webinar February 7 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm EST
January 24, 2019
On February 7, tune in to an informative webinar on accessible street crossings and sidewalks. Learn about common access issues and solutions. The webinar will also review proposed requirements for sidewalks and street crossings, curb ramps and blended transitions, detectable warnings, pedestrian signals, on-street parking, street furniture, and transit stops. Accessible Sidewalks, Shared Use Paths, and…
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What to Know About Supported Decision-Making and Other Options for Adulthood Webinar February 5 11:30 am to 1:00 pm EDT
January 23, 2019
Webinar February 5 An informational alert prepared by Fifth Freedom Information courtesy of Insource and Indiana Disability Rights On February 5, tune in to an informative webinar to learn about supported decision-making (SDM). SDM is an alternative to guardianship. In guardianship, the guardian makes decisions for the person with a disability. In SDM, the person with…
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Vocational Rehabilitation assessment survey – reminder This is a reminder that the Vocational Rehabilitation Comprehensive Statewide Needs Assessment will close on Jan. 25, 2019.
January 23, 2019
You are receiving this email because you have elected to receive Informational Notices from the Division of Disability and Rehabilitative Services (DDRS). Vocational Rehabilitation assessment survey – reminder This is a reminder that the Vocational Rehabilitation Comprehensive Statewide Needs Assessment will close on Jan. 25, 2019. To complete the survey, click on the link 2019…
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ABLE Accounts and Special Needs Trusts Webinar January 31 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm EDT
January 16, 2019
An informational alert prepared by Fifth Freedom Information courtesy of the ABLE National Resource Center On January 31, ABLE National Resource Center will present an informative webinar on two ways to protect financial resources: ABLE Accounts and Special Needs Trusts. Both types of account allow resources to be accumulated for the benefit of people with…
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Information courtesy of the Internal Revenue Service – Free Help with Taxes
January 16, 2019
An informational alert prepared by Fifth Freedom Information courtesy of the Internal Revenue Service You may be eligible for free assistance with filing your taxes and applying for the Earned Income Tax Credit with the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program (VITA). VITA volunteers are certified and trained by the Internal Revenue Service and can help…
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The Social Security Administration has announced a 2.8% increase in Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits for 2019
January 7, 2019
The Social Security Administration has announced a 2.8% increase in Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits for 2019. This increase will benefit more than 67 million Americans. This cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) is the largest in seven years. The amount of the COLA is determined by inflation as measured by the Consumer Price Index for…
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Make Your Plans to Celebrate the Reintroduction of the Disability Integration Act with NCIL!
January 3, 2019
Make Your Plans to Celebrate the Reintroduction of the Disability Integration Act with Us! To celebrate the reintroduction of the Disability Integration Act, NCIL and ADAPT will be holding a celebratory event on January 15 at 3:00 p.m. Eastern. We will also be making a video and audio of the introduction event available so CILs, local ADAPT…
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American Red Cross efforts to integrate people with disabilities in emergency planning and response Webinar January 10 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm EST
January 3, 2019
An informational alert prepared by Fifth Freedom Information courtesy of the Pacific ADA Center and the ADA National Network On January 10, the Pacific ADA Center will present a webinar on the American Red Cross Disability Integration program. Learn about program best practices, such as daily stakeholder calls and state disability integration coordinators. The webinar…
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Transition in Autism Spectrum Disorders Webinar January 30 12:00 Noon EST
January 3, 2019
An informational alert prepared by Fifth Freedom Information courtesy of The Association of University Centers on Disabilities (AUCD) On January 30, the Association of University Centers on Disabilities (AUCD) will present a webinar on supporting people with Autism as they transition to adulthood. Transition in Autism Spectrum Disorders Webinar January 30 12:00 noon…
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