The ADA: 35 Years of Influencing Self-Direction
The ADA has helped advance self-determination. All people, regardless of age or ability, have the right to make choices and have control over their own lives.
July 31, 2025
Why self-direction is gaining ground among people with disabilities and aging in place
Self-direction gives people autonomy in how they live their lives. It helps people avoid institutional care and remain in familiar home and community settings while receiving the support they need to thrive. Expansion of federal waiver programs and state plan services has increased access to self-directed services. As the uptake grows, more evidence is coming to light about the many ways self-direction is improving lives.
June 25, 2025
For the 6th year in a row, GT Independence has been named one of the Best and Brightest Companies to Work for in West Michigan.
August 27, 2024
GT Community: Justice, Weller, and Lareka of California
We value making space for the people we serve to tell their own stories. This is the story of Justice of California, and how self-direction helps him.
August 23, 2023
How to Offer Support to Someone Who is Experiencing Grief
National Grief Awareness Day is August 30th. How do you support someone who is grieving? It truly depends on the person and their needs.
August 11, 2023
GT Community: Blake and Debbie of Michigan
We value making space for the people we serve to tell their own stories. This is the story of Blake from Michigan, and how self-direction helps him.
August 2, 2023
What is Plain Language and How Does It Improve Accessibility?
130 million adults in the US have low literacy skills. In fact, 54% of Americans between the ages of 16 and 74 read below a sixth-grade level. That's more than half of all Americans!
July 26, 2023
GT Community: Marilee and Joseph of Wisconsin
We value making space for the people we serve to tell their own stories. This is the story of Marilee from Wisconsin, and how self-direction helps her.
July 13, 2023
4 Ways to Help Your Elderly Family Members When It’s Hot Outside
Excessive heat and humidity can be dangerous for anyone, but especially the elderly. Here are some ways to help your elderly family members when it's hot outside.
July 11, 2023