Independent Living for Seniors and People With Disabilities: Publications and Documents
Summary
The Independent Living Information database for seniors and people with disabilities offers a wide range of publications that cover topics such as peer support, independent living skills, and disability rights advocacy. These resources include articles, guides, and reports on subjects like accessible housing, assistive technology, and community living options. They are invaluable for providing practical advice, support, and motivation for those seeking to maintain or enhance their independence. For example, insights on how to manage daily living tasks or navigate government assistance programs can be particularly useful. These publications offer inspiration through real-life stories of individuals overcoming barriers, alongside educational content that fosters a deeper understanding of the challenges and solutions related to independent living, making them both insightful and helpful for anyone interested in or affected by disability and aging issues.Searching the Database
The data table below lists items that may have been updated or revised, but the table defaults to sorting by descending publication date; you can search and sort by clicking column headers (JavaScript required). Items in this category are also distributed via our Independent Living for Seniors and People With Disabilities RSS feed.
| Title and Description | Ed* | Published Date Revised Date |
|---|---|---|
| At 103, Dorothy Plummer Stays Active Living With Dementia At 103, Dorothy Plummer bowls, dances and plays harmonica while living with dementia, showing how person-centered care keeps seniors engaged in what they love. | ✓ ✓ | |
| Future Care Homes: Assistive Technology and Smart Design Explore how future care homes will use assistive technology, fall sensors, wearable health monitors, and robotics to improve resident safety and independence. | ✓ ✓ | |
| Arizona Bridge to Independent Living (ABIL) - Ability360 Arizona Bridge to Independent Living, now Ability360, provides in-home personal assistance, Ticket to Work employment help and advocacy for disabled Arizonans. | ✓ ✓ | |
| Center for Independent Living Berkeley: History and Services The Center for Independent Living in Berkeley, California offers free advocacy, housing, employment, and assistive technology services for disabled people. | ✓ ✓ | |
| Senior Independent Living Communities in Southern California Independent living communities in Southern California give active seniors private homes, peer companionship and security without nursing or assisted living care. | ✓ ✓ | |
| Senior Independent Living in Los Angeles: Costs and Options Senior independent living in Los Angeles offers homes for adults 55 and older, with costs from $1,000 a month and HUD or Medicaid help for low-income seniors. | ✓ ✓ | |
| Pathfinders for Independent Living: Technology Transfer How Pathfinders for Independent Living, a nonprofit serving seniors and disabled people, upgraded its IT network and managed the resulting staff culture shift. | ✓ ✓ | |
| Senior Independent Living Debate: Safety, Risks and Support Independent living lets seniors stay in their own home or apartment, but fall risks and safety concerns fuel debate over when assisted living is a better choice. | ✓ ✓ |
*Key: the first check mark indicates the publication carries an editor's note; the second indicates a footnote.
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