Center of Excellence to Align Health and Social Care's Center of Excellence Corner

The Center of Excellence to Align Health and Social Care (COE) is making progress toward the widely anticipated release of our Community Care Hub (CCH) RFP funded through a Cooperative Agreement with the Administration for Community Living. We anticipate release to occur in early- to mid-February. Watch this space for an announcement and link to the RFP!

Tue, 01/23/2024 - 15:19
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New Medicaid Unwinding Resource Hub

The U.S.

Tue, 01/23/2024 - 15:19
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Department of Education Releases Guidance To Increase Understanding of IDEA’s Assistive Technology Requirements

Earlier today, the U.S.
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Empowering Community Voices: The Strategic Advantage Of Nonprofit Advisory Committees

By Shannon Rose

An inclusive and engaged advisory committee has the potential to increase the quality, reach, and overall impact of your nonprofit’s work on a consistent basis.

Tue, 01/23/2024 - 15:10
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New Research Funding Opportunities for Minority-Serving Institutions

Applications due March 18, 2024

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ACL Policy Round Up: Accessible medical equipment, web accessibility, HCBS waitlists, and More

By Vicki Gottlich, Deputy Administrator for Policy and Evaluation

In this policy round up:

  • Input Needed
    • DOJ proposed rule on accessible medical diagnostic equipment under Title II of the ADA (Comments due 2/12)
    • HUD proposes “30-Day Notice” rule for nonpayment of rent (Comments due 1/30)
    • CMS issues proposed rule that would establish appeal rules for hospital observation status (Comments due 2/26)
  • Report on waiting lists for Medicaid HCBS services
Mon, 01/22/2024 - 13:18
Sun, 02/11/2024 - 23:18

APRIL & Kelly's Kitchen are Excited to Present...A Four-Course Series on the Intersection of Food Justice and Disability Justice

APRIL is excited to partner with Kelly's Kitchen to provide a four-course series on the intersection of food justice and disability justice. Kelly's Kitchen is a national non-profit organization based out of Charleston, South Carolina that promotes healthy nutrition in the whole community, with a focus on providing education on ways to access healthy food, explore employment possibilities in the food and beverage industry for people with disabilities, ensure food security, and learn healthy preparation techniques.

Mon, 01/22/2024 - 10:18
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Barrier Free Futures: Care Workers Recognition Month

BARRIER FREE FUTURES  
Bob Kafka, Host

Topic: Care Workers Recognition Month

Guest: Nicole Jorwic, Chief of Advocacy and Campaigns, Caring Across Generations

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Older Americans Month 2024 Theme: Powered by Connection

Every year, ACL leads the nation’s observance of Older Americans Month (OAM) in May. The theme for 2024 is Powered by Connection, which recognizes the profound impact that meaningful relationships and social connections have on our health and well-being. We will explore the vital role that connectedness plays in supporting independence and aging in place by combatting isolation, loneliness, and other issues.  
 
To help you plan for OAM, here are some ideas for how you can participate.
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