Don't forget to join the Board for our next webinar on Thursday, September 5 at 2:30 p.m. (ET) for an overview of our final rule on Medical Diagnostic Equipment, which includes exam tables, radiological equipment & more. ⚕️ Learn more here: accessibilityonline.org/ao/session?id=… #a11y

ACL awards $5M to Oasis Institute for a new grant to develop, expand, and refine the Community Care Corps model. This project will increase community-based volunteer programs and address opportunities and principles in the #NationalCaregiverStrategy. acl.gov/news-and-event…

#JobAlert: Management Analyst in ACL's Office of Administration in Personnel within the Center for Management and Budget. Closes 9/12. Visit acl.gov/join-ACL to learn more and apply.

On 9/4, join NTIA, U.S. Department of Labor's #ODEP, and ACL for a webinar designed to equip disability and aging agencies and workforce development professionals with knowledge/tools to understand and apply for the Digital Equity Act Competitive Grant Program. acl.gov/news-and-event…

On 9/18, join ACL’s #CommitToConnect for a webinar on the value of outcome evaluation in social connection programs and interventions. This webinar will highlight findings and best practices for the aging and disability networks. acl.gov/news-and-event…

.Alison Barkoff announced that she will leave ACL in Oct. to join the Milken Institute School of Public Health. “ACL’s mission is my own life’s mission… I am looking forward to building upon the work we have done together in my new role.” Milken Institute SPH acl.gov/news-and-event…

This Department of Housing and Urban Development guidance creates new opportunities for ACL networks to partner with public housing agencies to support people with disabilities transition from institutions to homes in the community and help people avoid moving to institutions to begin with. acl.gov/news-and-event…

Join the ACL-funded Housing and Services Resource Center on 9/18 for the first webinar its three-part Housing and Services Partnership Accelerator series on strengthening housing, health, and social care partnerships. acl.gov/news-and-event…

It's #NationalPreparednessMonth! If a disaster or emergency happened today, would you know what to do? Maximize your preparedness & recovery by reviewing information in advance. Take steps to understand your risk & #StartAConversation today: ready.gov/start #NPM2024

September means it's ALSO National #SeniorCenterMonth! Stay tuned all month long as we shine the spotlight on our nation’s #SeniorCenters. See our website for resources you can use to celebrate with your community.👇 ncoa.org/page/national-…

Last month, ACF and ACL issued a joint letter to our respective networks to encourage collaboration to improve support to grandparents raising grandchildren and other kinship caregivers: acf.hhs.gov/cb/policy-guid… #KinshipCareMonth

Get ready for #988Day on 9/8! Looking for inspiration? Visit the 988 Day site to find ideas, graphics, and more so you can be part of the movement. Let's unite around this year’s theme: "No Judgment. Just Help." Visit Samhsa.gov/988Day for details

Join the Wisconsin Board for People with Developmental Disabilities on 9/25 for a webinar as they unveil the Wisconsin Living Well Blueprint and its website. Learn more and register: acl.gov/news-and-event…

Register for HHS.gov's 10/10 virtual career fair to visit virtual booths of HHS offices/agencies to learn more about careers and opportunities at each organization. Plus connect with peers, participate in Q&A, and learn tips on the federal app process. cdc.yellogov.com/app/collect/ev…

Grandparents play a vital role in our families, offering wisdom and love. Join us and our partners this September 8th to honor and celebrate them! Visit GrandparentsDay.org for ideas and activities on how to #DoSomethingGrand this #GrandparentsDay. #KinshipCareMonth

This #SpinalCordInjury Awareness Month, check out and share valuable resources from the ACL-funded Model Systems Knowledge Translation Center #SCI #SCIawareness Spinal Cord Injury Model Systems

Explore the latest posts, stories, & community support all in one place over on our 988 Day Social Media Wall! See how people nationwide are showing their support for the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline & #mentalhealth. Share your #988Day moments and join the movement: my.walls.io/988Day 💙

On 9/25, join a Interagency Committee on Disability Research lunch & learn webinar on improving the accessibility of STEM for blind or visually impaired individuals. A presentation by Dr. Jenna Gorlewicz will be followed by Q&A. Register by 9/18. acl.gov/news-and-event…

ACL's NIDILRR announces four Rehabilitation Engineering Research Centers (RERC) program awards focused on innovative technologies to solve particular rehabilitation problems or remove environmental barriers. acl.gov/news-and-event…

From the ACL blog: Reflecting on the Elder Justice Coordinating Council (#EJCC) — Building Relationships and Breaking Down Barriers. A Q&A with ACL’s Senior Advisor on Elder Justice and Elder Rights Hilary Dalin, who retires from federal service today. acl.gov/news-and-event…