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Consortium for Citizens with Disabilities
National Senior and Disability Advocates Agree on Principles for Financing Long-Term Services and Supports
December 6th, 2008
In a historic step toward a healthier, more equitable and affordable system for financing long-term services and supports, the Leadership Council of Aging Organizations (LCAO) and the Consortium for Citizens with Disabilities (CCD) have agreed on a set of joint principles for reform. Together, the two coalitions represent over 150 organizations representing seniors, people with disabilities, and providers of health, housing and supportive services. Their consensus on a new direction for financing these services puts millions of Americans behind the push for reform. "Individuals and families should not be forced to impoverish themselves to cover the...
Source: Law & Health Weekly (2008-12-06)
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