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Policy Issues to Watch

Submitted by Rebecca Lazo on Thu, 2023-03-02 16:44

A new Congress is getting to work on many issues, including many important to people with disabilities. Read this new blog post by Denise Rozell, from AUCD, to find out what to watch and how you can help keep important issues on the agenda for your representatives.

What does HCBS have to do with inclusive postsecondary education?

Submitted by Denise Rozell on Tue, 2022-02-08 11:14

Learn what you need to know about how HCBS and Medicaid Waivers can support inclusive postsecondary education so you can talk to your elected officials.

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Can Medicaid waivers help pay for college?

May 12, 2021

Numerous services that students with intellectual disability require in college may be covered by Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) or 1915(c) waviers. Examples of covered services include educational coaches, career services, tuition and fees, transportation, assistive technology, and more.

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Medicaid Support for Higher Education

January 31, 2020

Three briefs from Think College that share important information on how Medicaid Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) waivers are being used to support participation in postsecondary education (PSE) programs.

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