An interesting op-ed was published in The Hill about how the pandemic has brought the need for home-and-community-based services to the Forefront. The American Rescue Plan Act has over $12 billion for states to expand Medicaid home-and-community-based programs. This is a great opportunity to invest in a solution. For many people, self-directing their home-and-community-based services can be the best option to remain independent and safe. The pandemic has highlighted the importance of self-directed. People who self-direct are able to feel safe knowing their workers have taken precautions..

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