New Course Available – Functional Independent Living Assessment (FILA) Training
OIB-TAC is pleased to announce the release of a new professional development course: Functional Independent Living Assessment (FILA) Training.
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Keep up with the current changes to RSA requirements, learn about newly released OIB-TAC courses, upcoming events, and find links to curated resources for older blind service providers. Information is shared through the Weekly Brief.
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Happy Thanksgiving!
Our office will be closed starting on Wednesday, November 26th, at noon in observance of Thanksgiving. We will reopen on Monday, December 1st, at 8:00 a.m. Therefore, a brief will not be sent out next week. OIB-TAC wishes you a safe and happy Thanksgiving!
Request for Stories from the U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging
In a few weeks, the Senate Special Committee on Aging will hold a hearing on the importance of community living for older adults and people with disabilities. The minority staff is collecting stories and statements about the importance of programs that allow people with disabilities and older adults to participate in their communities.
These include Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS), Centers for Independent Living (CILs), and other services and supports, such as those that help people thrive in places like education and work settings. The hearing will place a special focus on the importance of HCBS.
To submit your story for the congressional record, please email hcbs@aging.senate.gov by Monday, December 8 COB. Please submit your work as a Word document or as a PDF attachment. If you include your statement in the body of the email, we will convert it to a Word document and submit it for the record.
By submitting your story to this email address, you are consenting for it to be added to the congressional record as part of the hearing.
If you have any questions or would like to attend the hearing, please contact me at Grace_Hart@aging.senate.gov
Sincerely,
-Grace Hart, Policy Advisor
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OIB-TAC Weekly Brief: November 21, 2025
Join OIB-TAC today, November 21st, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. CT, for our next webinar! There are new things happening at Hadley. Whether you’re a seasoned user or are new to this valuable resource, discover how Hadley’s offerings help you make the most of your resources and support the individuals you serve.
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New Course Available – Functional Independent Living Assessment (FILA) Training
OIB-TAC is pleased to announce the release of a new professional development course: Functional Independent Living Assessment (FILA) Training.
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