Declaration for Independence

A Call to Transform Health and Long Term Services for Seniors and People with Disabilities

Take Our Survey

We’d like to learn more about you and your views on independent living.

    Would you prefer to age in the community – without having to leave your home?

    Older adults and people with disabilities should be empowered to take an active role in their own health care.

    Older adults and people with disabilities currently have a fair say when it comes to the choice of living at home or in the community, versus a long-term care facility (e.g., nursing home).

    Older adults and people with disabilities who want to live independently at home or in their community should have personal care covered by insurance.

    People with disabilities are discouraged to work because they may not qualify for Medicaid anymore if they make a certain amount of money.

    People with disabilities have a difficult time participating in the workforce.

    The government should invest in technology to improve health care coordination that would allow older adults and people with disabilities to better monitor their own care at home.

    Which of the following areas of independent living concern you the most?

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