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Are you a family caregiver? Learn how the Home-Delivered Nutrition Program can support your efforts to nourish your loved ones while offering you some respite. ?? #NationalNutritionMonth

As National Social Work Month comes to a close, we celebrate the tireless dedication of social workers everywhere. Your compassion, advocacy, and unwavering commitment to making a difference is inspiring. Thank you for showing up every day to lift others, fight for justice, and create change. Let’s continue to honor and support social workers year-round, as they continue to build stronger communities and brighter futures. #SocialWorkMonth #ThankYouSocialWorkers #MakingADifference #CommunityStrength #NationalSocialWorkMonth

Feeling overwhelmed by the demands of work? Join ASA and Right at Home for a discussion on burnout, depression and generational challenges in direct care professions. Learn how to set boundaries, maintain connections, and build a healthier work-life balance with expert Jill Gafner Livingston, BSBM, CDP. Walk away with a personal burnout evaluation and strategies to improve your well-being and professional environment. Date: Wednesday, April 9, 2025 Time: 1–2 PM ET | 10–11 AM PT Register now: https://lnkd.in/eDnq6U_X Includes one complimentary CE credit #WorkforceWellBeing #BurnoutPrevention #MentalHealth #DirectCare #SelfCare #Burnout

To all social workers out there: we see you, we appreciate you, and we are grateful for you. Let’s flood the comments with appreciation for all of our amazing Social Workers! #ThankYouSocialWorkers #SocialWorkMonth #SocialWorkMatters

12 narratives to unlearn about Disability. "Disability is a tragedy" Disability is a natural part of human diversity, not a personal misfortune. "Productivity defines worth" A person’s value isn’t determined by their ability to work. "Disabled people are a burden" Disabled people contribute to society in many ways. "Inclusion is optional" Accessibility and inclusion are rights, not privileges. "Disabled lives need fixing" Disability doesn’t need to be "fixed"; society needs to be more inclusive. "Access is a privilege" Equal access is a fundamental right, not a special favour. "All Disability is visible" Many Disabilities are invisible, but that doesn’t make them less real. "Disability equals suffering" Disabled people can lead full, happy lives. "We 'overcome' Disability" Disability is part of our identity. "Independence means success" Success looks different for everyone, and interdependence is valuable. "Adjustments are special treatment" Accommodations create equity, not advantage. "Disability is not normal" Disability is a natural and normal part of human diversity.? Image Description: A Disabled by Society graphic serving 12 narratives to unlearn about disability. The dark-themed design features colorful icons and text debunking common misconceptions: 1. "Disability is a tragedy" – A broken violin. 2. "Productivity defines worth" – A bar chart with an upward arrow and gears. 3. "Disabled people are a burden" – A person carrying a money bag labeled "Cost." 4. "Inclusion is optional" – A hand pressing a checkmark button. 5. "Disabled lives need fixing" – A person running with a wrench. 6. "Access is a privilege" – A stick figure inside a circle. 7. "All disability is visible" – A person in a wheelchair. 8. "Disability equals suffering" – A person holding their head with pain lines. 9. "We 'overcome' disability" – A person holding a flag on a mountain. 10. "Independence means success" – A hand holding a waving flag. 11. "Adjustments are special treatment" – A hand adjusting a scale. 12. "Disability is not normal" – A hand making an "OK" gesture with sparkles. ? #WednesdayWisdom #DisabledBySociety #DisabilityInclusion #Ableism

SNAP is for everyone, including #OlderAdults! But only 55% of older adults age 60+ who qualify for #SNAP take advantage of this benefit. And myths about SNAP may prevent people from applying. Share our article to debunk common SNAP myths.

We all deserve to age with dignity, respect, and security. But the high cost of long-term care often places a heavy financial burden on individuals and their families. “We hear stories every day of families devastated by the staggering costs of long-term care. Many caregivers must deplete their life savings or leave the workforce to care for family members,” said Ramsey Alwin, NCOA President and CEO. New legislation proposed by Congressman Tom Suozzi and Congressman John Moolenaar, the Well-Being Insurance for Seniors to be at Home (WISH) Act, would provide eligible #OlderAdults with the financial assistance they need to access and afford long-term care at home. The WISH Act also aims to improve overall #HealthOutcomes and protect the options of older Americans #AgingInPlace. Read our article to learn more! ?? #Caregiving #LongTermCare?

Honoring the Heart of Our Communities- National Social Work Month From supporting individuals in crisis to advocating for systemic change, social workers improve the lives of countless individuals. Here’s to all of the heroes behind the scenes. #SocialWorkMatters #SocialWorkHeroes #NationalSocialWorkMonth

For most disabled people, disability isn’t the barrier – inaccessibility is. Too often, people assume that a disabled person’s condition is what disables them. But, whilst for a few disabled people it is, for most it’s the environment, systems, and attitudes that create the real barriers. A wheelchair user isn’t stopped from entering a building because they use a wheelchair – they’re stopped because there’s no ramp or lift. A deaf or neurodivergent person isn’t unable to engage with a video because they’re deaf – they’re excluded because there are no captions. A blind person isn’t unable to read a menu because they’re blind – they’re excluded because there’s no large print or accessible format available. Barriers are what disable most people, not impairments. If we want to build a truly inclusive society, we need to stop focusing on “fixing” disabled people and start fixing the barriers that exclude them. ID: A purple Robbie Crow infographic titled “Someone’s medical condition doesn’t stop them being able to…” followed by six illustrated panels, each highlighting a barrier that prevents access: 1. Access a building – Shows a wheelchair user in front of stairs. The text states, “A lack of a ramp or lift does.” 2. Watch online videos – Displays a smartphone with a play button. The text states, “No subtitles or captions does.” 3. Search the internet – Features an angry face in front of a laptop. The text states, “An inaccessible website does.” 4. View the choices in a restaurant – Shows a confused person standing next to a menu board. The text states, “A lack of a large print menu does.” 5. Participate fully in a meeting – Displays a circular meeting icon with question marks. The text states, “No agenda does.” 6. Communicate in a first language – Shows two people signing in British Sign Language. The text states, “A lack of a BSL interpreter does.” At the bottom of the image, bold text states: “Barriers are what disable most people, not impairments.” In the bottom right corner, there is a QR code and my name. #DisabilityInclusion #Disability #DisabilityEmployment #Adjustments #DiversityAndInclusion #Content

Social workers are the unsung heroes who touch lives every day. Thank you for your tireless dedication, compassion, and advocacy. You make the world a better place. #SocialWorkerAppreciation #HeartOfOurCommunities #SocialWorkMonth Tag a social worker to show your appreciation!