Two free forums will seek input from individuals, families with disabilities

The Administration for Community Living is planning two free forums this month in an effort to hear and learn from people with disabilities, their families and their caregivers about their experiences with emergencies or disaster situations.
 
The ACL, part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, wants to hear from Nebraskans with disabilities how they plan, respond and recover from these challenging situations.
 
Listening sessions will help the ACL understand how to improve its support, training and technical assistance in times when emergencies and disasters hit the nation.
 
Two events will be held:
Columbus: Sunday, Nov. 17, 1 to 3 p.m., Columbus Community Hospital, 4600 38th St.;
Omaha: Monday, Nov. 18, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., The Salvation Army Omaha Kroc Center, 2825 Y St.
 
Attendees are asked to RVSP for the event at the ACL Listens website or by calling 301-588-6046. For more information, email alston@sidemgroup.com or 240-650-8298.
 
The ACL is a funding agency of the Munroe-Meyer Institute for Genetics and Rehabilitation at the University of Nebraska Medical Center.
 
The Munroe-Meyer Institute’s (MMI) mission is to be world leaders in transforming the lives of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, their families and communities through outreach, engagement, premier educational programs, innovative research and extraordinary patient care.
 
The Administration for Community Living (ACL) was created around the fundamental principle that older adults and people of all ages with disabilities should be able to live where they choose, with the people they choose, and with the ability to participate fully in their communities. By funding services and supports provided by networks of community-based organizations, and with investments in research, education, and innovation, ACL helps make this principle a reality for millions of Americans.
 
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