Effectively Including People with Disabilities in Policy and Advisory Groups, Edition 2

Kailes, J.I. 2012 This resource provides guidance on building and sustaining an advisory board, council, or workgroup that includes people with disabilities in impactful ways. It discusses the importance of including people with disabilities to plan for themselves, and how to identify and recruit qualified individuals with disabilities to participate. A planning checklist for building and sustaining a planning group …

Walkers For Seniors Coverage

Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance) covers walkers, including rollators, as durable medical equipment (DME). The walker must be medically necessary and your doctor or other treating provider must prescribe it for use in your home. Includes: – Cost – Related resources Read More

Wheelchairs & scooters – Your Medicare Coverage

Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance) covers wheelchairs and power-operated vehicles (scooters) as durable medical equipment (DME) that your doctor prescribes for use in your home. Includes: Steps for coverage Cost Things to know Related resources Read More

Guidance for Integrating People with Disabilities

Kailes, J.I. 2020 This guide describes how emergency managers can integrate participants with disabilities into disaster preparedness exercises, including finding qualified experts on disability, incorporating real actors with disabilities, and using a location that is accessible. Read More