Administration for Community Living

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The Administration for Community Living is a U.S. federal agency that promotes the independence, well-being, and community participation of older adults and people with disabilities through programs, services, and advocacy.


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Predicate Object
instanceOf U.S. federal agency
government organization
abbreviation ACL
collaboratesWith aging networks
disability advocacy organizations
local governments
nonprofit organizations
state governments
country United States
focus older adults
people with disabilities
fundingSource U.S. federal budget
goal to enhance access to home and community-based services
to prevent institutionalization when possible
to support aging in place
headquartersLocation Washington, D.C.
jurisdiction Federal government of the United States
language English
mission to maximize the independence, well-being, and health of older adults and people with disabilities
to promote community living and participation for all people
oversees Administration on Aging
Administration on Disabilities
Centers for Independent Living programs
National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research
State Councils on Developmental Disabilities programs
parentOrganization U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
policyArea aging policy
community living
disability rights
independent living
long-term care policy
programArea aging services
caregiver support
disability services
long-term services and supports
provides advocacy for older adults and people with disabilities
grants to states and community organizations
technical assistance
regulatoryRole implements federal programs for older adults and people with disabilities
sector health and human services
typeOfService information and referral services
research and development funding
supportive services
value community integration
inclusion
person-centered services
self-determination
website https://acl.gov

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