Tennessee Commission on Aging and Disability
Mike Hann, Executive Director

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A nurse and patient working on a puzzle together.

FEMA: Deadline's Passed but Assistance for Spring Storms and Floods Ongoing

August 10, 2010–Even though registration for federal disaster aid for the May storms and floods has ended the assistance picture hasn’t faded to black. Federal and state government agencies aren’t powering down anytime soon.
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Did You Know?

July 27, 2010–If you have Medicare, the Tennessee Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP) and State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) are available to help you investigate billing errors and health care waste, fraud or abuse!

For more information, call: Senior Medicare Patrol 866-836-7677 State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) 877-801-0044
ATTORNEY GENERAL WARNS OF FAKE HEALTH INSURANCE SCAMS
NASUAD CELEBRATES 20TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT

July 26, 2010–WASHINGTON, DC – On July 26, 1990, President George H. Bush signed into law the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA). Today, as the ADA marks its 20th Anniversary, we recognize the importance of this monumental law.

The ADA gives federal civil rights protections to individuals with disabilities. It guarantees equal opportunity for qualified individuals with disabilities in employment, public accommodations, transportation, state and local government services, and telecommunications.
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Hyperthermia: Too Hot for Your Health

Heat-Related Illness Advice for Older People

July 22, 2010–Hot summer weather can pose special health risks to older adults. The National Institute on Aging (NIA), part of the National Institutes of Health, has some advice for helping older people avoid heat-related illnesses, known as hyperthermia.
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TCAD Mission Statement

The Commission is dedicated to working for adults with disabilities and older Tennesseans by providing leadership and guidance for a system that promotes health, dignity, independence and security through an array of community and in-home services, the protection of rights and the implementation of best practices.