The Montana Medicaid for Workers with Disabilities (MMWD) program, one of the key achievements of the 2009 Legislature for individuals with disabilities, goes into effect July 1, 2010. The MMWD program is a new Medicaid eligibility category specifically designed for individuals with disabilities to go to or return to work or for those who are [...]
The peer advocates and members of the Bitterroot People First Action Club are very busy planning disability awareness activities in conjunction with Bitterroot Glory Days to be held July 2nd, 3rd, 4th at the Ravalli County Fairgrounds. They plan to participate in the parade on Friday and the activities on Saturday to celebrate the 20th [...]
There was a good turn out at the Bitterroot Spring Fair held on March 6th. At the Summit booth there was a slide show of famous people with disabilities, various information regarding the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and handy little pocket guides on disability etiquette, all in celebration of the upcoming 20th Anniversary of [...]
By Bob Liston -- President, Summit ILC Board of Directors As I sit here thinking back to 2009, I can’t help but think about the good things that have been accomplished by Summit Independent Living Center and the disability community across the state and country. It seemed to all start prior to the beginning of [...]
There will be no cost of living increases for SSI and SSDI recipients for 2010. The 2010 amounts for Social Security are: SSI Individual - $674/month Couple - $1,011/month Substantial Gainful Activity Non-Blind - $1,000/month Blind - $1,640/month Trial Work Period Month $720/month The Montana Medicaid Medically Needy spend-down threshold will remain at $645 after [...]
As we begin a new year, it is rewarding to look back and celebrate benchmarks reached and goals met, yet challenging when we look forward to what still needs to be accomplished and issues that still need to be addressed. What will health care reform look like in 2010? Will it include additional long-term care [...]
As you know, Summit, along with independent living centers across the nation, has been advocating for the healthcare reform bill to include long-term care services and supports, asking Congress to pass the Community Choice Act and end the institutional bias. We thank all of you that have shown your support by attending the rally in [...]