StratAGEic: Defending the rights of older people - ENIL
On 8 and 9 October 2025, the European Network on Independent Living (ENIL) took part in the kick-off meeting of the StratAGEic Project, a new ...| ENIL
In this interview, we speak with Alícia HOMS, Member of the European Parliament (MEP). She has been part of the Disability Intergroup since joining the Parliament in 2019. Through her work in the Committees on Employment and Social Affairs, Transport and Tourism, and on the Housing Crisis, MEP Homs regularly raises the concerns of persons with […] The post Interview with MEP Alícia HOMS: “By prioritising accessible, affordable, and inclusive housing, the EU can empower persons with dis...| European Disability Forum
Summary The Conclusions present a clear view of the issues with independent living, but they do not provide many solutions. EU countries recognise the importance of personal assistance, supported decision-making, the need to support carers and the increased risks of violence and abuse for women and girls with disabilities. They refuse to mention that many […] The post EU Council Conclusions on independent living: good diagnostics but no solutions appeared first on European Disability Forum.| European Disability Forum
You can download the full statement as a pdf hereand as a word file here. The European Network on Independent Living welcomes the proposal by the Danish social affairs minister to link the EU Affordable Housing Plan to deinstitutionalisation. We regret that the Danish Presidency of the EU Council did not make use of the Council Conclusions in Independent Living to propose effective new initiatives. In our input to the European Parlament Draft Report on the housing crisis and to the European...| ENIL
My six months as an ESC Volunteer for ENIL are sadly coming to an end. In this article, I want to share what I’ve learned during this experience, how I’ve grown both as a professional and as a disabled person, and how I plan to use these lessons moving forward. A Need for Change My ESC journey began from a deep need for change. For the past few years, I had felt stuck in Greece, and this opportunity seemed like the perfect way to learn about independent living, gain advocacy tools that I ...| ENIL
ENIL wishes to react to the Council Conclusions on the social inclusion of persons with disabilities through the promotion of Independent Living (13386/25´SOC 632) which was adopted on 17 October 2025 by the Employment, Social Policy, Health and Consumer Affairs EU Council . The full statement is availble for download as a pdf file hereandas a word file here. The EU Council taking notice In the opening remarks the EU Council takes notice of many well known but important facts. For example: ...| ENIL
On 8 and 9 October 2025, the European Network on Independent Living (ENIL) took part in the kick-off meeting of the StratAGEic Project, a new ...| ENIL
Caring for an aging parent can be one of the most meaningful—and challenging—chapters of your life. It often involves an emotional shift in roles: the people who once took care of you now need your support. And for many families, this change comes with little warning. If your parent has always been independent, self-sufficient, or [...]| Tapestry Senior
Direct Support Professionals are skilled professionals who are essential to the independence and participation of people with disabilities in the community. Learn more about what they do and NIDILRR-funded research to support the workforce. Continue reading →| Collection Spotlight from the National Rehabilitation Information Center
By Florian Sanden This article provides an analysis of EU policy making on employment for disabled people, presents the ENIL proposal for reform and proceeds to describe our advocacy campaign from a methodical point of view. Part I “Analysing EU disability employment policy” presents the analysis. Part II “ENILs´ advocacy campaign”describes the campaign. I Analysing EU disability employment policy According to the Commissioner for Equality, preparedness and crisis management, Hadja L...| ENIL
We, partners of the EU Funds for Fundamental Rights (FURI) project take note the European Commission proposals for the 2028-2034 funding period. In May 2025, we published the findings of our research where we identified 1.1 billion euros spent across 63 EU funded projects in violation of fundamental rights, despite legal safeguards. The reports documented widespread discrimination against marginalised communities, including racialised groups (notably Roma), persons with disabilities, and r...| ENIL
An article written by ENIL former volunteer Vy Nguyen Without the direct and active involvement of disabled experts in the development of new technology, ...| ENIL
Practical and positive creative prank ideas for introducing low vision assistive technology concepts with humor on April Fool's Day and beyond| Veroniiiica
City homes with private gardens and gas lamps. Paved streets lined with bespoke shops. Stylish curved awnings and roof lines. An old fountain topped with| Senior Housing News
My time with ENIL has come to an end, and I can say, without a hint of exaggeration, that it has been a transformative ...| ENIL
Choosing the right level of senior living can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re trying to support a loved one through a big life transition. At Caring Places Management, we know every individual is different—and so are their care needs. With 19 communities offering a range of services across the Pacific Northwest, we’re here to help...| Caring Places Management
It's Direct Support Professional Recognition Week, and we're exploring recent research supporting these workers who are vital to the independence of people with disabilities. Continue reading →| Collection Spotlight from the National Rehabilitation Information Center
Disabled experts who advised the Labour government on its ground-breaking Life Chances report – which was published 20 years ago on Sunday – say successive governments over the last 20 years have abandoned its ambitious goals. The 20th anniversary of the report […]| Disability News Service
The care regulator has admitted to shocked MPs that many service-users, relatives and care staff who have reported safeguarding concerns about a care home or hospital may still be waiting for a response five months later. The Care Quality Commission’s outgoing chair […]| Disability News Service
One of the founders of the UK’s independent living movement, John Evans, who was driven by a determination to ensure that disabled people could take control of their own lives, has died. Since he became disabled in an accident at the age […]| Disability News Service
Disabled campaigners have reacted with despair and exasperation to the government’s “deeply disappointing” announcement that it is delaying long-term reform of the adult social care system in England. Instead of announcing immediate plans for long-term reform, health and social care secretary Wes […]| Disability News Service
CCRCs aim to provide a continuum of care as a resident ages. Here’s how to evaluate the choices and the costs involved, and how to understand the contract options.| SeniorLivingInStyle
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Attorney-CPA Joe Cordell and co-host Jill Albers discuss the decision seniors face of aging in their homes versus moving to a senior community.| ElderCare Law
I had the honour of speaking with Keenan Wellar, founder of LiveWorkPlay about the organization’s work helping the community welcome and include people with intellectual disabilities, autistic persons, and those with a dual diagnosis in housing, work and leisure. LiveWorkPlay is a model for the paradigm shift that is needed in developmental services! Listen to … Continue reading Keenan Wellar from LiveWorkPlay: Transforming Canada’s housing & programs for intellectually disabled Canad...| Noncompliant – the podcast
