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
GT Community: Jennifer, Scott, and Mary of Michigan
We value making space for the people we serve to tell their own stories. This is the story of Jennifer from Michigan, and how self-direction helped her.
June 22, 2023
When There Are 269: What Medicaid Waivers and an Area Code Have in Common
We may have started in a small town, but we believe that everyone should have the opportunity to direct their own care. And that won't happen until all 269 Medicaid waivers allow for self-determination.
May 17, 2023
The Public Health Emergency enabled many family members to be paid to care for a loved one. But this provision may end in many states.
May 10, 2023
14 FAQs About Consumer Direction in North Carolina
There are a lot of important facts that are great to know about consumer direction in NC. Because controlling your care means knowing all about how things work.
May 5, 2023
We’re One of West Michigan’s Best and Brightest Companies to Work For!
For the 5th year in a row, GT Independence has been named one of the Best and Brightest Companies to Work for in West Michigan.
April 25, 2023
How to Troubleshoot Unexpected Situations With the Caregiver App
From forgetting to clock-in to even losing your phone—life happens. Here's a quick-stop for some answers if something unexpected happens while using the app.
March 20, 2023