To Prepare Refer to the Policy Research Starter in the Learning Resources. These

To Prepare
Refer to the Policy Research Starter in the Learning Resources. These resources provide a start for finding information on the policies for this Quick Guide. However, you may need to do additional research.
Refer to the Social Welfare Policy: Search Tips site listed in the Learning Resources for tips on finding additional information.
Policies to explore:
American With Disabilities Act (from Week 7)
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (from Week 7)
Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act
Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act (CARA)
By Day 7
For each policy, briefly:
Explain how the policy is addressed at the federal, state, and local level.
What programs were developed from this this policy?
Reflect on how the policy affects or may affect your community, geographic area, or potential clients.
Then, address this unique prompt for this week’s Quick Guide:
Describe one strategy for addressing the lack of accessibility of mental health resources.