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The latest news and blog posts highlighting policy, advocacy, issues, innovations, and lived experiences in aging and disability.

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Aging

Celebrating the Older Americans Act

As May draws to a close and we wrap up Older Americans Month, we are pleased to feature the following blog by Kathy Greenlee, a global authority in the field of aging and the former U.S.
Policy & Advocacy

Activated Rare Disease Advocates – Changing Health Outcomes through Policy

The National Advisory Board on Improving Healthcare Services for Older Adults and People with Disabilities (NAB) is honored to collaborate with partners like the EveryLife Foundation .
Disability

Braille: A Source of Empowerment and Pride

In her compelling blog, "Braille: A Source of Empowerment and Pride," Stacy Cervenka , Senior Director of Policy at RespectAbility, delves into the rich history and enduring significance of Braille.
Alzheimer's & Dementia

Navigating the Dementia Drift: A Journey of Awareness and Community

In the uncharted territory of dementia caregiving, filmmaker, and creator Kitty Norton, has embarked on a personal quest through her blog, Stumped Town Dementia .
Employment & Workforce

Fostering Disability Entrepreneurship: Unleashing Talent to Build Our Workforce

National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) has been an important time of year and a milestone for people with disabilities for decades.
Mental Health

Empowering Youth Voices: A Journey through Suicide Prevention and Mental Health Advocacy

Throughout the year we pause to recognize many different moments, including those of celebration and those where we honor people we have lost.
Disability

Embracing the Brilliance of Life: A Tribute to Spinal Muscular Atrophy Awareness Month

In a world that often overlooks the significance of life's small victories, there are those like Liz Persaud , former Program and Outreach Manager for Tools for Life (Georgia’s Assistive Technology Act Program) and the Pass It On Center (The National Assistive Technology Device Reutilization Coordination and Technical Assistance Center) at the Center for Inclusive Design and Innovation within the College of Design at Georgia Tech, who passionately reminds us to celebrate every moment, no matter how fleeting.
Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA)

Americans with Disabilities Act, 33rd Anniversary

Anniversaries offer a time for celebration.
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A modernized healthcare infrastructure is crucial to preserving independence for people with disabilities and older adults.

The National Advisory Board believes that the modernized healthcare infrastructure required to meet the goals, preferences, and needs of older adults and individuals with disabilities must include the Six Principles. Please join with us in promoting and furthering them.