News Archives
Fair Housing Education Day Across America
April 20 - 24, 2009 is Fair Housing Education Week in America. To celebrate the 41st anniversary of the Fair Housing Act, the Department of Housing & Urban Development (HUD) and its partners will be going to elementary and middle schools across America to teach students about fair housing.
2009 CMS Money Follows the Person Conference
This conference was held March 2-4, 2009 in Baltimore, MD. Its theme was "Medicaid - New Opportunities for Community Living Community Inclusion and Integration." It featured presentations on topics such as community inclusion for persons living with a disability, innovative ways to increase housing capacity, Medicaid rebalancing, self direction and quality management systems.
Recommendations for Accessible Emergency Transportable Housing
Disaster Assistance for People Affected by Flooding
Homeowners, renters, businesses and non-profit organizations affected by the severe storms, tornadoes and flooding can apply for disaster relief assistance from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). To apply by phone call 1-800-621-FEMA (1-800-621-3362)/1-800-462-7585 TTY for people who are speech- or hearing-impaired. The toll-free number is open 24 hours a day.
HUD Charges Homeowner Association with Discrimination Against Disabled Homeowner
24th National Home & Community Based Services Conference
This conference, convened by the National Association of State Units on Aging and the Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs, took place September 28 - October 1, 2008 in Boston, MA. It offered professional and network opportunities for professionals who administer and operate home and community based services programs throughout the country.
Emerging Trends & People with Disabilities: Public Consultation
The National Council on Disability (NCD) gathered public input for a study of emerging issues and trends affecting the lives of people with disabilities. Information gathered will be used in the development of NCD's next annual progress report to the President and Congress.
New VA Rules for Specially Adapted Housing Grants
Inclusive Livable Communities for People with Psychiatric Disabilities
March 17, 2008 report from the National Council on Disabilities (NCD) that looks at barriers and solutions relating to people with psychiatric disabilities fully participating in their communities.
National Disability Policy: A Progress Report
Report issued on January 15, 2008 by the National Council on Disability (NCD) that examines employment, housing, education, transportation and other federal policies that affect people with disabilities.
$1.5 Billion to Support Homeless Programs Nationwide
This funding will offer transitional and permanent supportive housing to more than 168,000 homeless individuals, and support programs that help to pay rent and provide permanent housing for disabled homeless individuals and their families.