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Series Recap: Getting the Most from your Health Insurance

Posted on April 8, 2022 (May 10, 2022) by Michelle Sayles

This spring, we hosted a series of live interviews with disability community members to learn how they make the most of their private or public insurance coverage. Watch the full series to learn more about their tips and tricks for accessing care. Rehabilitation/Habilitation A conversation with Chase Bearden, Deputy Director of the Coalition of Texans […]

Medicaid Social Media Toolkit

Posted on April 7, 2022 (July 14, 2022) by Michelle Sayles

AAHD is celebrating Medicaid Awareness Month this April as we recognize the importance that Medicaid plays in the lives of many people with disabilities who rely on it for covering their health care costs. To help promote the importance of the Medicaid program, AAHD has updated its Medicaid Social Media Toolkit. The toolkit provides sample […]

CDC Updates: People with Disabilities and COVID-19

Posted on March 8, 2022 (July 14, 2022) by AAHD

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“Hearts of Glass” – Featured Event

Posted on February 28, 2022 (January 9, 2023) by Michelle Sayles

Hearts of Glass: Virtual Film Screening and Panel Discussion Linking Health to Social Factors March 14, 2022 at 5pm ET I 2pm PT Join us for a special screening opportunity of the award-winning documentary, Hearts of Glass. In this film, you will meet several people with intellectual and developmental disabilities whose health and lives were […]

New Podcast – Health Research Disparities

Posted on February 28, 2022 (February 28, 2022) by Michelle Sayles

In this podcast episode, AAHD’s Director of Public Health Programs, Karl Cooper joins Alexia Smalling of the Southwest ADA Center for a conversation on the history and future of biomedical research. Karl discusses the factors that have contributed to low representation of marginalized communities in clinical trials, and the importance of improving participation to […]