Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Kathleen Sebelius
announced $12.5 million in awards to Aging and Disability Resource Centers
(ADRCs) to support older Americans and people with disabilities stay
independent and receive long-term services and supports.
These grants, funded by the Affordable Care Act and the Older Americans Act, support counselors who help individuals and their caregivers identify and access long-term services and supports, regardless of income or financial assets.
“Whether someone is in the hospital and ready to be discharged, or
living at home but needing additional care, an options counselor can help them
evaluate their needs and sift through the options available in their community
to create a plan that meets their needs,” Secretary Sebelius said.
ADRCs are “one-stop shops” for older adults, people with
disabilities, their caregivers and families to get the information and services
they need as their health and long-term care needs change. ADRCs offer a single, coordinated system of information and access
for people seeking long-term services and supports and help consumers and their
families identify options that best suit their needs.
Currently, all 50 states and four territories are operating or are
in the process of implementing an ADRC.
Two different
types of grants are being announced. Part A is for states or territories
receiving an initial ADRC grant for an Enhanced ADRC Options Counseling
Program. Part B is for states and territories receiving continuation funding. For more
information about the grants, recipients and the ADRC initiative, see http://www.hhs.gov/acl/news/adrc-grants09112012.html
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