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6/10/13 - 04:30 PM by Pamela Fisher

Advocacy Center Can Help with Assistive Technology Needs

Did you know that the Advocacy Center can help with assistive technology needs? Assistive technology includes any technology that could help you be more successful in school or work, live more independently, drive, improve your health or otherwise address needs related to your disability. Read more about AC's assistive technology work, and find out how AC can help.

6/4/13 - 10:35 AM by Pamela Fisher

"Making Dreams Come True": Watch AC's 2013 Client Video Now!

The Advocacy Center produced a video of three AC clients' stories from the past year for the 2013 Harvesting Hope Luncheon. Click to watch "Making Dreams Come True": AC's 2013 Client Video!

5/22/13 - 09:50 AM by Stephanie Patrick

AC Legislative Update - 5/22/13

Click to read updates on Louisiana House and Senate bills concerning such issues as education, Medicaid, home and community-based services, and employment.

5/20/13 - 03:42 PM by Pamela Fisher

Choosing or Changing Your Bayou Health Medicaid Plan

Medicaid has changed for many Louisianians and will be provided through one of five private plans. Many Medicaid recipients will have to choose a new plan under this new program called Bayou Health. AC has put together some information to consider when making this choice.

5/9/13 - 02:18 PM by Stephanie Patrick

AC Legislative Update - 5/9/13

Click to read updates on Louisiana House and Senate bills concerning such issues as education, Medicaid, home and community-based services, and employment.

4/18/13 - 11:45 AM by Pamela Fisher

AC Responds to DHH’s Request for Information About Managed Care Model for Long Term Services and Supports for Persons Enrolled in Louisiana Medicaid

As the Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals weighs the pros and cons of moving forward with managed care for long-term services and supports, it has sought public input. The Advocacy Center has suggested that DHH consider a number of factors before making its decision. Click to read more.

4/18/13 - 11:18 AM by Pamela Fisher

AC Releases 2013 Legislative Agenda

The Advocacy Center has released its legislative agenda for 2013. Click to read which Louisiana House and Senate Bills concerning such issues as education, Medicaid, home and community-based services, and employment AC supports, and which we oppose.

4/17/13 - 03:12 PM by Pamela Fisher

AC Partners with Tulane University to Monitor LA's Coordinated System of Care for Juvenile Behavioral Services

Tulane University graduate student Sally Drape is helping AC collect information to monitor Louisiana's Coordinated System of Care.

3/19/13 - 03:00 PM by Pamela Fisher

AC's Client Assistance Program Helps Social Security Recipients Receive Vocational Rehabilitation Services

If you, or someone you know, receives SSI or SSDI and have been discouraged from starting a small business by LRS, or have otherwise been asked to contribute to the cost as a condition of receiving vocational rehabilitation services, AC's CAP program would like to hear from you.

2/20/13 - 01:00 PM by Pamela Fisher

Coalition Pens Open Letter to Gov. Jindal Urging Participation in Medicaid Expansion

Governor Bobby Jindal has declared that Louisiana will not participate in Medicaid expansion under the Affordable Care Act (ACA), despite the many advantages this expansion holds for Louisianians. AC's coalition has penned an open letter to Gov. Jindal urging participation for Louisiana.

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