Pioneering Possibilities – Overcoming Disability In The United States
An estimated 46% of Americans aged 75 and over and 24% of those aged 65 to 74 have a reported disability, according to the Pew Research Center. This compares with 12% for adults between ages 35 to 64 years old and 8% for adults under 35. Living with a disability can make life more difficult in many cases, whether it’s seeking employment or completing everyday tasks. In the US, some companies have taken steps to create an inclusive and understanding culture that supports those living with disabilities. This includes Seattle-based tech firm Slalom Build and energy company PSEG in Newark, New Jersey.
Fostering Inclusion For People With Disability In The United States
How Companies Like Slalom Build And PSEG Support And Employ Individuals With Disabilities
CNBC highlights that Rob Koch, who is deaf, serves as Principal Data Engineer for Seattle-based tech firm Slalom Build and has plenty of experience dealing with the struggles associated with living with a disability in America. When being interviewed, he asked for necessary accommodations, including an interpreter and closed captions during virtual conversations– both of which were readily provided without hesitation – ultimately allowing him to be hired at the company following several interviews. Another firm, PSEG, arranges specific employee leaders to talk about their individual experience living with a disability or caring for someone else with one while also creating materials to aid education around it. This helps bridge any gap between those in senior roles showing they take this seriously by providing insight into what people may need or how best they can support everyone equally.
Understanding Medicaid And Medicare For People With Disabilities
Medicaid provides health coverage for many people living with disabilities, typically those who qualify based on income levels below certain thresholds set by each state. United Healthcare Community Plan highlights that over 10 million people qualify for Medicaid solely based on having a disability such as physical conditions, intellectual or developmental disabilities, and serious behavioral disorders/mental illness – all covered under this program’s auspices. Medicare is available for people with disabilities who are under the age of 65 and have received Social Security Disability benefits. This program was designed to provide medical care, including hospital stays, nursing home services, home health services, personal care services, physical and occupational therapy, as well as hospice services – all at no or low cost to recipients.
Medicaid and Medicare can be an incredibly valuable resource for people living with a disability in the USA, providing them security regarding their medical needs while safeguarding them from exorbitant financial or personal distress.
