Healthcare Issues and Advocacy
Health care issues and health care advocacy are critical issues for people with disabilities. What conditions are covered, at what level, and for what medications? How accessible are doctors' offices and diagnostic centers for people with mobility issues? What about stem cell research, and long-term care options? Sometimes your best option is to become your own health care advocate, learning everything you can about your health care choices, while also supporting patient advocacy for the entire disability community. Get started here.
Videos
The Plan for Achieving Self-Support (PASS)
Do you know that you may be eligible for support from the SSA through the PASS program? If you have a clear work goal, you may be able to get funding to reach your goals.
Health Care Transitions: Jim's Story
Children with chronic illness or special needs require preparation to be independent with their health care. Check out Jim's story, a man with cystic fibrosis who managed his health care from age 10.
