Disability Research Consortium Annual Meeting
Millions of people with disabilities rely on a system of government programs designed to help them supplement their income and meet the challenges of getting an education, finding employment, and maintaining good health. But the cost and complexity of the U.S. system present their own major challenges, both for policymakers who seek to meet rising needs with limited resources and for beneficiaries who experience a fragmented provision of services and poor health and economic outcomes. The Disability Research Consortium (DRC) is helping build the evidence base needed to improve the national disability support system, improve the lives of people with disabilities, and reduce government spending in the long term.
This conference will highlight the DRC's latest research findings and their implications for the future of state and federal disability policies and programs.
LOCATION:
National Press Club
529 14th Street NW, 13th Floor
Washington, DC 20045
REGISTRATION:
Registration is open until July 26, but space is limited. Register for the webcast if you are unable to attend the conference in-person.
SUMMARY AGENDA (download agenda PDF for details):
| 8:00–8:30 | Coffee and Registration | |
| 8:30–8:45 | Welcoming Remarks | |
| 8:45–10:15 | Panel 1: Workers’ Compensation and Short-Term Disability | |
| 10:30–12:00 | Panel 2: Effects of the Economy and State Policy on SSDI Outcomes | |
| 12:00–1:15 | Lunch Presentation—Income and Longevity: Implications for Disability and Retirement Programs | |
| 1:15–2:45 | Panel 3: Non-SSA Program Interactions | |
| 3:00–4:30 | Panel 4: Federal Disability Policy |
