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National NewsYou can make a difference - become a mentor Whether you are young or old, have a disability or not, you can step up to the challenge of mentoring. There are many individuals looking for direction, looking for an extended hand, in an effort to find independence in their lives. Each of us possesses a piece of knowledge or expertise that can shape the lives of many. Mentoring can take many forms, be it a professional guiding a student, or a young adult guiding a pre-teen. We must not fail to recognize our individual capacity to affect lives or to offer guidance to those who seek it. You need not apply to be a mentor, rather make a conscious effort each day to offer your knowledge to those who may benefit. If you would like to mentor in a more formal capacity, your local Center for Independent Living (CIL) may be able to pair you with an individual. Visit New Horizons Un-Limited: Independent Living at http://www.new-horizons.org/astcil.html to find a CIL in your area.
News for the Health of it!Hill-Burton Act may help you obtain the health care you need The Hill-Burton Program began in 1946 when the United States Congress granted hospitals and other health facilities funds in return for their commitment to "provide a reasonable volume of services to persons unable to pay and to make their services available to all persons residing in the facilities area." So what does this mean for you? Well, this means that you may qualify for free or low-cost health care if your income falls within the poverty guidelines published by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. However, all Hill-Burton Facilities, located throughout the United States can choose which types of services will be provided at no charge or reduced charge. To learn more about this program or to see if you may qualify, call the toll-free HOT LINE at (800) 638-0742.
FEMA suggests ways in which you can assist people with disabilities in a disasterThe Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) offers a great resource for anyone who knows an individual with a disability. Following are a few things one must take into consideration while providing assistance to an individual with a disability during a disaster.
Above all, talk to those you know with disabilities and ask them about the assistance they think they may need. You may also want to assist in preparing a disaster supplies kit. For more on this subject, visit the FEMA website at http://www.fema.gov/r-n-r/assistf.htm
Wisconsin NewsEBTIDE Homebuyer Grant Program can make homeownership a reality for Wisconsin residents with disabilitiesEBTIDE Homebuyer Grant Program offers individuals with disabilities or families with a disabled family member an opportunity to purchase their own home. The program grants eligible individuals or families $7500 to be used towards down payment, closing costs, or home modifications. The grant becomes forgivable as long as the home is not sold within five years of purchase. To be eligible for this program, family income must not exceed 60% of the county median income. To learn more about this opportunity call (888) 838-9021.
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