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
Hristos Meletis – volonter ENIL-a Kako institucije i društva doživljavaju ljude s telesnim oštećenjima? Zašto ljudi s oštećenjima ne učestvuju ravnopravno u društvu? Šta je onemogućenost/onemogućavanost (invalidnost)? Ako biste postavili ova pitanja u različitim vremenima i na različitim mestima kroz istoriju, dobili biste potpuno različite odgovore. Onemogućenost (invalidnost) je, s jedne strane, složen i prirodan deo ljudske prirode, a s druge strane, nešto što je dubok...| ENIL
The statement can be downloaded herein pdf and herein word The European Commission has decided to reverse its earlier decision to withdraw the proposal for a directive on equal treatment. Since this legislation is urgently needed, the European Network on Independent Living (ENIL) welcomes the continuation of negotiations. However, we believe that greater ambition is required than simply moving forward with the proposal in its current form. We recommend strengthening and raising the quality o...| ENIL
The European Network on Independent Living - ENIL is looking for an external evaluator to asses its work co-funded by the European Union during the period 2022 - 2025. If you are interested and satisfy the criteria, please apply by Sunday, 21 September. For more details about the work expected, required profile and remuneration, please consult the Call for Applications. DOWNLOAD THE CALL FOR APPLICATIONS The post ENIL is looking for an External Evaluator appeared first on ENIL.| ENIL
An article written by ENIL's volunteer Christos Meletis Many people—both disabled and non-disabled—don’t realize that there is an ongoing debate about whether we should say “disabled people” or “people with disabilities.” There are two main approaches when addressing people with impairments: Identity-First Language (IFL): e.g. disabled person, blind person, paraplegic person Person-First Language (PFL): e.g. person with a disability, person with a mental disorder, person with a ...| ENIL
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
In Spain, the minimum wage is €1,184 gross multiplied by 14 payments. On the other hand, the personal assistance benefit in most of our ...| ENIL
Senior independent living is a great choice for active, independent adults. Here, discover the different types of communities, cost and more.| Care.com Resources
From resort-style amenities to health benefits, experts explain what living in an active adult community is all about.| Care.com Resources
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
Need help transferring Cox email to Yahoo email? How to set up your Cox email address with the new Yahoo server settings in mainstream email applications| Veroniiiica
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