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The ADA and Title II Public Entities
The ADA ensures access by people with disabilities to buildings, facilities, programs, services, and activities offered by state and local governments. -
The ADA and Service Animal Handlers
What should a service animal handler know about rights and responsibilities when they go into the community with the animal? -
The ADA and Public Places
Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) has a lot to say about businesses that are open to the public. -
What Is the Americans with Disabilities Act?
The ADA defines disability and has five titles (sections) that forbid a wide range of discrimination. -
Administrative Requirements for Title II Public Entities
To jumpstart and maintain their compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Title II public entities should adhere to five administrative requirements.
Articles
- The ADA and Title II Public Entities
SUMMARY: The ADA ensures access by people with disabilities to buildings, facilities, programs, services, and activities offered by state and local governments (public entities). These include voting... - The ADA and Service Animal Handlers
SUMMARY: What should someone with a service animal know about their rights and responsibilities as a service animal handler when they go into the community? This FAQ article explains a few important p... - The ADA and Public Places
SUMMARY: This article focuses on businesses—stores, restaurants, salons, theaters, and more—that are open to the public. Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) has a lot to... - What Is the Americans with Disabilities Act?
SIGNED BY: President George H. W. Bush SIGNED ON: July 26, 1990 SIGNIFICANCE: Protects the civil rights of people with disabilities in many ways. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) had stron... - Administrative Requirements for Title II Public Entities
SUMMARY: To jumpstart and maintain their compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Title II public entities should adhere to five administrative requirements. To comply with the Amer... - How to File a Complaint
Is something not up to ADA standards? Do you want to file a complaint? If yes, start by figuring out which agency you should complain to. For example, to report a problem with public transportation, y... - The ADA and Health Care Providers
SUMMARY: This article introduces basic Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements for health care providers. It talks about providing access to the actual building and its features, the use of... - Public Places Overview
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) covers public places. The ADA has different things to say about different types of public places. Title II of the ADA covers public places that are funded by... - About Effective Communication in Title II and Title III
SUMMARY: The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) discusses communications-related requirements for Title II and Title III entities. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) sets the groundwork for... - The ADA and Transportation Providers
SUMMARY: Many aspects of transportation are covered by regulations based on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This article gives an overview of the ADA requirements for transportation service... - About Recreation Accessibility
SUMMARY: The ADA applies to recreational facilities, and this article explains not only why this is the case, but also why it matters. The article also helps you begin to understand the regulatio... - The Spirit of the ADA and Your Business
SUMMARY: The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) has many regulations, and as a business owner, you may feel that you have a lot to do to meet ADA requirements. However, it may help to approach comp... - State & Local Government Overview
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) has an entire title, Title II, devoted to the accessibility of state and local governments. Title II requires that people with disabilities have equal access... - The ADA and Parking
SUMMARY: Accessible parking is a common feature in parking lots—and a common topic in questions posed on the Northeast ADA Center hotline. This article explains why accessible parking matters an... - Miniature Horses as Service Animals
SUMMARY: Under the regulations for Title II and III of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) from the Department of Justice (DOJ), a service animal must be a dog and no other species of animal. Ho... - The ADA and Service Animals
SUMMARY: What’s a service animal? The answer depends on the situation, and this FAQ article explains the basics. The term service animal is often misunderstood or misused. Service animal has a... - The ADA and Facility Access Stakeholders
SUMMARY: The ADA applies to recreational facilities, and this article explains not only why this is the case, but also why it matters. The article also helps you begin to understand the regulations f... - Service Animals Overview
SUMMARY: From the perspective of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), here are a few key things to know about service animals. Service animals are one of the most asked about topics on the Nort... - Olmstead Decision
SUMMARY: The Olmstead decision, which was issued by the US Supreme Court in 1999, has had a major impact on many people and communities. It clarified that because of Title II of the ADA (Americans wit... - Buildings & Facilities Overview
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) has a lot to say about the physical objects that make up our built environment. Built environment refers to the things around us that are made by people and t... - About Voting Access Rights
SUMMARY: Many different laws apply to voting rights for people with disabilities. Also, you can report voting problems. Voting is a right of all Americans, including people with disabilities. As long... - About Housing Accessibility
It is a common misconception that private residential housing is covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Where the ADA does apply in relation to housing is government-owned or -oper... - The ADA and Fixed-Route Buses
SUMMARY: This page is for bus operators and anyone who needs to understand bus accessibility. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) has regulations that describe how operators of fixed-route buses... - A History of Discrimination and the ADA
SUMMARY: Discrimination is when a person is treated unfairly compared to others. The United States has laws that prohibit many forms of discrimination, including discrimination against people with dis... - Architectural Barriers Act (ABA)
SIGNED BY: President Lyndon Johnson SIGNED ON: August 12, 1968 SIGNIFICANCE: The Architectural Barriers Act (ABA) mandates that buildings and facilities that are designed, built, or funded with fede... - Fair Housing Act (FHA)
SIGNED BY: Lyndon Johnson (FHA), Ronald Reagan (FHAA) SIGNED ON: 1968 (FHA); September 13, 1988 (FHAA) SIGNIFICANCE: The original Fair Housing Act (FHA) prohibited discrimination based on race, colo... - About Advocacy Resources
SUMMARY: The Northeast ADA Center aims to educate the public in our region about the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Much of that education comes through providing technical assistance to indiv... - ADA Overview
The ADA, or the Americans with Disabilities Act, is the basis of many laws and rules that protect the civil rights of Americans who have some sort of disability. The ADA was passed in 1990 with strong... - Rehabilitation Act
SIGNED BY: President Richard Nixon SIGNED ON: September 26, 1973 SIGNIFICANCE: The Rehabilitation Act was one of the first civil rights laws in the United States to protect people with disabilities... - Parking & Transportation Overview
SUMMARY: The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) has given us inspiration, guidance, and specific rules about parking and transportation. Accessible Parking and Transportation Makes a Difference T... - State- and Territory-Based Accessibility Requirements
SUMMARY: This article discusses the relationship between federal ADA standards and state or local accessibility standards, in the context of the built environment, that is, things like buildings, side... - Health care provider as employer
Most often, health care providers are thought of in terms of their relationship to patients or patrons. Significantly, however, the role of a health care provider as an employer cannot be overlooked.... - The clinician-patient with a disability relationship
The clinician-patient relationship is crucial to the diagnosis, treatment, and care for an individual. Respectful communication with and about the patient is essential. Beyond their medical needs, a p... - Who Is Protected by the ADA?
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) protects the civil rights of people with disabilities, but how can we know whether someone has a disability, for the purposes of applying the law? The ADA ans... - The ADA and Employment Service Professionals
SUMMARY: This article is a starting point for learning more about employment service professionals (ESPs). It explains how these professionals support the employment of individuals with disabilit... - Health Care Providers and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act applies to any recipient of federal financial assistance. In the health care setting, federal financial assistance can consist of grants, loans, or other arrangem... - Health Care Overview
What with Titles II and III of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and the Rehabilitation Act, nearly all health care providers must follow many rules in order to avoid discriminating against p... - About Reasonable Accommodations in the Workplace
SUMMARY: Rules that stem from Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and from the Rehabilitation Act, concern disability in the workplace. These rules protect the rights of job applican...
Fact Sheets
- Places of Lodging (PDF)
- Beach Access Routes (PDF)
What makes a public beach accessible? View photos and get an overview of important standards and best practices in this fact sheet from the Northeast ADA Center.
Documents
- Places of Lodging (PDF)
- Beach Access Routes (PDF)
What makes a public beach accessible? View photos and get an overview of important standards and best practices in this fact sheet from the Northeast ADA Center.
Ask About the ADA
- Is a service animal in training afforded the same rights as a fully trained service animal?
Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), a service animal in training is not recognized as a service animal and therefore would not be given the same rights to access places of public accommod... - Tax Incentives for Business Owners to Improve Accessibility
Q: I own a small business that needs some physical modifications for people who are wheelchair users or have other mobility impairments. Does the federal government have any tax incentives to help me... - Do I need to get a special license for my service dog to be registered as a service animal?
No. Under Title II and III of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), covered entities such as businesses or state and local governments may not require any documentation related to a service anima... - What is the ADA?
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) became law in 1990. The ADA is a civil rights law that prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities in all areas of public life, including j... - Can I call the ADA?
The ADA is not an agency, organization or a service provider. The ADA is a civil rights law that prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities in all areas of public life, including j...
Pages
- Is a service animal in training afforded the same rights as a fully trained service animal?
. - Tax Incentives for Business Owners to Improve Accessibility
Q: I own a small business that needs some physical modifications for people who are wheelchair users or have other mobility impairments. Does the federal government have any tax incentives to help me... - Do I need to get a special license for my service dog to be registered as a service animal?
. - What is the ADA?
. - Can I call the ADA?
. - Are there any State or Federal agencies that proactively enforce the ADA?
. - Can they ask me to bring my companion to interpret?
I made a first-time appointment with an oncologist. When I let them know I was Deaf, they asked if my wife or other family member could provide sign language interpretation, as interpreters are very e... - Can my service animal sit in a shopping cart or up on restaurant seating with me?
. - Nonprofits and Religious Entities
Q: I am trying to find out if a 501(c)(3) is a “religious” entity for ADA purposes (i.e., accommodations in a day care). I am having no luck. Is there a place to look on tax forms or such that would a... - Churches and Coffee Bars
Q: I am a parishioner at a church in New Jersey. We are constructing a coffee bar in our church. The bar will have a sink on the serving side. What are the ADA requirements for the bar and sink on bot... - Benches at Bus Stops
Q: My bus stop has a shelter but there are no benches for me to sit on as I wait for the bus. I have a mobility impairment and it is hard for me to stand for long periods. Does the ADA require that bu... - Contacting My Bank
Q: My bank just eliminated its call center and now does everything through an app or on a chat box on their website. Does this violate the ADA? - Does the ADA apply to websites?
. - Service Dogs at My B&B
Q: I live in and own a bed and breakfast that has four rooms. Do I have to allow service animals or emotional support animals to stay? - What about COVID-19?
Q: What COVID-19 resources do you recommend? - My business has requests from time to time to provide for interpreters and other services for people who are deaf or hard of hearing. Are there any tax benefits I can claim to assist me with these costs?
tax - Does my employer have to provide a facemask that meets my disability needs if they require face coverings on the job?
. - I am the only HR person in a small business, how do I help our managers understand the Americans with Disabilities Act?
. - Beach Access
Q: I heard that the ADA applies to public beaches, but I don’t see requirements in the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design about how to provide access over the sand. Am I missing something? - My College Club Is Inaccessible
Q: A club at my college is on a second floor with no elevator. We offered the club a space that was accessible. They stated that it was not required as they are not a public entity. Is this true? - Can I bring my service animal into my polling site on Election Day?
. - Courts and Accessible Electronic Documents
Q: I am an attorney who uses a screen reader due to my disability. I have a case in the circuit court. Must the court provide me with accessible versions of electronic documents? - Does the ADA apply to all apartments and condominiums?
. - Paying to Assist a Child
Q: My son, who has a disability, attends a gym. His father goes with him as he has personal needs that need attending. The gym wants his father to get a membership even though he is there only to assi... - Service Animals on Public Transit
Q: Are the rules for service animals different on public transportation than they are for service animals in other areas like restaurants and stores? - Other Power-Driven Mobility Devices
Q: I am a concert organizer. A ticket holder has asked to bring their golf cart to the outdoor event as they use it as a mobility aid. Do I have to allow the use of golf carts? - Do electronic voting machines have to be accessible to someone with a vision related disability?
. - Do voting ballots need to be accessible?
. - Does a polling site have to be physically accessible?
. - Does the ADA apply to grades K through 12?
. - What does Title III cover under the ADA?
. - Are service animals permitted in disaster shelters?
. - Do cities and towns have to keep sidewalks clear of snow?
. - What is “undue hardship” mean relative to reasonable accommodations?
. - If I lease my medical office space, am I responsible for making the exam room, waiting room, and toilet rooms are accessible?
. - Personal Mobility Devices and Charging Stations
Q: I have a motorized wheelchair that I use for my mobility. Are municipal buildings required to have charging stations in case I need to charge my wheelchair? - Accessible On-street Parking
Q: I've found the ADA standards for accessible parking in parking lots, but I have never found anything for street parking that have marked-out or metered on-street parking spaces. Is there a standard... - Job Coaches as a Reasonable Accommodation
Q: I am a vocational rehabilitation counselor. A large retail store told me that due to COVID-19 restrictions, they cannot accept any job applicants who will need a job coach as a reasonable accommoda... - Can a job coach be a type of reasonable accommodation?
Q: Can a job coach be a type of reasonable accommodation? - Food Allergies and Colleges and Universities
Q: My son needs an accommodation from the college where he is applying, as he has food allergies and does not want to use their meal plan. The school says the committee will not meet to see if they ca... - Personal Assistants as a Reasonable Accommodation
Q: Is asking for a personal assistance service a reasonable accommodation in the workplace under the ADA? - Do I have to pay for an interpreter for every patient who is Deaf?
Q: I am opening a new dental practice. Do I have to pay for an interpreter for every patient who is Deaf? - Does an online college class have to be accessible?
. - How has the US Department of Justice helped to ensure equal and effective access for people with disabilities to health care?
Q: How has the US Department of Justice helped to ensure equal and effective access for people with disabilities to health care? - My hospital is controlled by a religious organization. Does Title III of the ADA still apply?
. - Accommodations by Municipalities under Title II
Q: What about an accommodation for attending a town board meeting on a second floor with no elevator? - Reasonable Modification of Polices
Q: I own a dental practice. A patient asked if my staff could fill out their paperwork for them because they have a cognitive disability. Our policy is that they complete this on their own. Do we have... - Garbage Pick Up
Q: My town agreed to come onto my property to pick up the garbage, as I cannot do any heavy lifting. I asked if they could also pick up my bagged yard-waste but they refused and cited that it is again... - Accommodations and Job Training
I am a vocational counselor. I referred a customer for training, but the training provider would not accept the customer because he is dyslexic, and they did not have the dedicated staff available to... - Am I covered under the ADA if I am elderly?
Q: As an older person, am I covered under the ADA if I am elderly?
Infographics
Infographics
![Infographic featuring a smiling woman dressed in a business-casual manner in front of a blank background.
Four out of five small businesses do not see the cost of accommodations as a barrier to employing people with disabilities.
Note: For the purposes of this study, we define small business as employer’s having 15- 500 employees.
Source: William Erickson (Yang-Tan Institute, Cornell University) analysis of Cornell/SHRM Survey 2011, Private employers only. N=525
“We really wanted to make sure that the employee joined us. So, we did what we had to [to accommodate].” -- Talent Acquisition & Human Resources Manager of a small information and technology company
Quote is from set of interviews with small business representatives conducted by the Northeast ADA research team to investigate small business needs around ADA implementation.
If you have any questions about the Americans with Disabilities Act, contact us at 1-800-949-4232](https://s3.amazonaws.com/production-northeastada-org/local/en/IG-2018-04-30-Biz5.jpg)
Blog Posts
- Virgin Islands Developmental Disabilities Council: Proposed State Plan 2017-2021 Goals
July 14, 2016
Dear Community Stakeholder: The Virgin Islands Developmental Disabilities Council, Inc. (VIDDC) is requesting public comments for the proposed 5-Year State Plan goals. The VIDDC is one of 56 federally... - Title II of the ADA
July 26, 2019
Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) applies to all programs, services, and activities operated by, on behalf of, or with the substantial support of state or local government. Thi... - “Al Fresco” Dining and the ADA
May 05, 2016
The weather is finally starting to warm up here in the Northeast, and along with the warm weather comes the ability to spend time outside after months of being cooped up indoors. This time of year a... - Housing accessibility conundrum: What do these questions have in common?
May 20, 2020
“I would like to know how to file an ADA complaint against my landlord. He told me I cannot have a reserved parking space near my apartment that I need because of my disability.” “M... - What the ADA Tells Us about Accessibility When Implementing COVID-19 Regulations
July 08, 2020
During these times of uncertainty about what about what the “new normal” will look like as the country begins to re-open, we wanted to remind everyone about an oldie-but-a-goodie law that...
Blog Posts
- Virgin Islands Developmental Disabilities Council: Proposed State Plan 2017-2021 Goals
Dear Community Stakeholder: The Virgin Islands Developmental Disabilities Council, Inc. (VIDDC) is requesting public comments for the proposed 5-Year State Plan goals. The VIDDC is one of 56 federally... - Title II of the ADA
Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) applies to all programs, services, and activities operated by, on behalf of, or with the substantial support of state or local government. Thi... - “Al Fresco” Dining and the ADA
The weather is finally starting to warm up here in the Northeast, and along with the warm weather comes the ability to spend time outside after months of being cooped up indoors. This time of year a... - Housing accessibility conundrum: What do these questions have in common?
“I would like to know how to file an ADA complaint against my landlord. He told me I cannot have a reserved parking space near my apartment that I need because of my disability.” “M... - What the ADA Tells Us about Accessibility When Implementing COVID-19 Regulations
During these times of uncertainty about what about what the “new normal” will look like as the country begins to re-open, we wanted to remind everyone about an oldie-but-a-goodie law that... - Historical Concerns with H.R. 620, the ADA Education and Reform Act of 2017
My friend and colleague Jim DeJong was part of an email chain in which we were discussing the ADA Education and Reform Act. He told a story of the “making of” Title III of the ADA. I asked... - Time to cool off! Is your swimming pool accessible?
With record heat hitting the country many Americans often seek the refuge of a swimming pool. Personal and public swimming pools can provide much needed relief, especially when 2016 has seen rec... - No Dogs Allowed? Service Animals at Work
One of the most frequently asked about topics at the Northeast ADA Center is service animals. Often, these questions relate to service animals in businesses and public spaces; or about the right to ha... - #Thanks to the ADA—NY
As we approach the 30th Anniversary of the ADA, many people are celebrating how far we have come, as well as reflecting on how far we still have to go. The Northeast ADA Center is part of the ADA Nati... - Service Animals and Social Media (My Lassie Moment)
In June of 2018, Sarah Aswell, a freelance writer and comedian, posted an article titled If a Service Dog Approaches You without Their Owner, They Need Your Help on the website ScaryMommy. The article... - The Fair Housing Act (FHA) and Accessible Parking
We receive a number of calls about accessible parking in housing settings, like apartments and condos, so today I want to highlight the accessible parking requirements and regulations in the Fair Hous... - School’s Almost Out! Don’t Forget about the ADA Regulations that Apply to Summer Camps
It’s that time of year when parents are thinking about options for their children to keep them busy, entertained and supervised once school is out for the summer. For parents of children with... - The ADA and Small Business Owners: What You (Really) Need to Know
Jennifer Perry, Access Specialist, Northeast ADA Center “I own a small business that is grandfathered from the ADA because our building is old. Sure, I would like to be more accessible, but legally I’... - E-Access to Health Care?
We live in an increasingly digital world. So much of the day-to-day tasks we do are done on the internet on our computers and mobile phones. This is true in all aspects of life, including our health.... - Weather Not So Delightful: Snow Removal and the ADA
As winter hangs on here in the Northeast, snow can be a challenge for businesses and a barrier for individuals with disabilities. Snow plowed into the access aisle of an accessible parking space, or a... - May Flowers and Accessible Gardening
As summer approaches, many people look forward to the opportunity to enjoy the great outdoors and one of the best ways to do so is by gardening. Whether planting in our own front yard, tending vegetab... - Public Forum Notice: We Want to Hear from You!
On July 25–27, 2017, representatives from the United States Department of Health and Human Services, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), Center for Mental Health... - The ADA and Collective Bargaining Issues
This brochure was written by Laurie M. Johnston, Esq., Harris, Beach & Wilcox, Ithaca, New York. What is the Americans with Disabilities Act? The Americans with Disabilities Act ("ADA"), passed... - Healthcare Reform and People with Disabilities: What You Should Know
By Ellice Switzer As a result of the November elections, the Republican Party has taken control of the legislative and executive branches of the federal government, as well as most of the governorshi... - Title II and the ADA: You’re not alone!
When the Americans with Disabilities Act was signed into law by President George H.W. Bush in 1990, it was hailed by many in the disabled community as a giant leap forward in their struggle for equal... - Service Animals: Not as Confusing as It May Seem—New Service Animals Toolkit Clears Up Confusion
I have had five dogs in my lifetime, and I can remember every single nuance of their personalities and what they’ve brought to my life. From my border collie I had as a child, to my mixed mutts... - A Place for Everyone at the Table: The Importance of Accessible Event Planning
The Northeast ADA Center has received several requests recently for training on hosting accessible events. These requests have ranged from businesses hosting meetings and conferences to groups hosting... - Are my accommodations very accommodating?
With summer vacations on our mind here at the Northeast ADA Center, we've been thinking about hotels. More importantly it has us thinking about accessible hotels. While the original Americans with Dis... - Charter for Fun: Private Bus Companies and the ADA
For people with disabilities, travel often involves much more planning and preparation than for someone without a disability. This is no less true for travel by charter or tour bus, such as a bus oper... - Spring has Sprung! Time to Consider What the Kids Will Do All Summer...
Yes, it’s that time of year when parents and guardians are busy trying to finalize plans for summer activities for their children. For many families, that involves exploring summer camp options.... - Why Should Retail Operators be Thinking About Accessible Parking?
The 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design are more than 250 pages long. The standards cover a multitude of areas that are required to be accessible, and the technical requirements for how to achi... - All the Buzz About Emotional Support Animals
When I provide technical assistance to our various stakeholders that call into the Northeast ADA Center, a recurring topic is the use of service animals outlined in the American’s with Disabilit... - Service Animals at Work in the Human Workplace
by Joe Zesski and Angela Winfield Is it mandatory to allow service animals in the workplace? This is a tricky question. And, like most tricky questions, the answer is it depends. Under the America... - Transportation Survey
We would like to invite you to participate in a national survey titled, Transportation Access and Experiences, which is designed to improve understanding of accessibility of public transportation for... - How to Engage in ADA Conversations
Like many people, I thought I knew enough about inclusivity when I began as a student employee for the Northeast ADA Center in September 2019. But in my time working with the Americans with Disabiliti... - Blending the Science with the Art: Disability Service Providers and the ADA
If opportunity doesn't knock, build a door. —Milton Berle Knowing Your Value Disability service providers (DSP) offer an array of services and supports not only to job seekers and working peop... - Did International Day of Persons with Disabilities get you thinking about disability in your organization?
Since 1992, the United Nations International Day of Persons with Disabilities has been celebrated annually on December 3rd around the world. The theme for this year’s International Day was &ld... - Online on the Job: Employers and Web Access
There is a growing awareness of the need for web sites to be accessible. Employers often have questions as to whether or not they have any obligations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)... - Take me out to the ball game! Ticketing and accessible seating
This blog post answers common questions about watching live sports in a sports arena or similar venue. Who is eligible to purchase tickets for accessible seats? Individuals with disabilities who use... - Trying to Understand Web Accessibility
By: Grace Fairchild You probably already understand that many aspects of our daily lives have migrated online—for instance, you are reading this not from a printed pamphlet, but from a blo... - Parents of Children with Disabilities and Summer Camp Planning: 3 Things to Know
Yes, it’s that time of year when parents and guardians are making plans for summer activities for their children. For many families, that involves exploring summer camp options. If you are a par... - Explainer: Accessible Absentee Voting in NYS
Joe Zesski of the Northeast ADA Center explains the role technology can play in accommodating voters with disabilities. It's the law in New York state that voters must be permitted to vote privately... - Service Animals in Housing
Often, when a person feels that their rights are being infringed upon relative to their disability, the first thing that comes to mind is the American’s with Disabilities Act (ADA). While t... - Making Sense of the Numbers
Recently, the Northeast ADA Center received an email that asked for direction in understanding estimates of the numbers and percentage of people with disabilities in the United States. The emailer w... - Welcome to Ask About the ADA, a New Podcast from the Northeast ADA Center!
The Northeast ADA Center’s mission is to educate the public about the Americans with Disabilities Act in New York, New Jersey, Puerto Rico, and the US Virgin Islands. To put a voice and personal... - ADA Anniversary: Focus on Accessible Outdoor Recreation
Summer is upon us and this is the time of year that many people find themselves wanting to get outside and participate in outdoor recreation activities. People with disabilities, and their family and... - Mental Health & College Students
Recognizing the struggle faced by college students with mental illnesses, Brittany Stone has set out to help students find accommodations and raise awareness about mental health issues among students.... - Playtime for All: Is Your Playground Accessible?
Did you get to run around on the playground when you were a kid? Did you take turns on the slide or see who could swing the highest? It wasn't just a mindless antics of children with energy to burn.... - Heading to the Shore
It’s the time of year when many of us take advantage of the summer weather and “head to the shore” for some R&R. Given that, we wanted to take a minute to remind stakeholders tha... - Issues, Impacts, and Implications of an Aging Workforce
Differences challenge assumptions. —Anne Wilson Schaef What comes to mind when you think about getting older? Often it is assumed that aging brings a host of health problems and limitations.... - The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Back to Basics
Even though it's been nearly 25 years since the passing of the ADA, many of us are still often unsure or unclear about what the ADA covers, and who and what it applies to. This webinar features the No... - Small Business and the ADA: There Is Help for That
From the US Department of Justice ADA Update A Primer for Small Business Your business, like all others, has formal and informal policies, practices, and procedures that keep it running smooth... - Recreation Access for Everybody!
Summer is fast approaching and it’s got the Northeast ADA Center staff thinking about increasing our activity and enjoying parks, beaches, and other recreation spaces! The Americans with Disabi... - Supporting the Mission of Independent Living Centers
By Chris Sweet On September 10th and 11th, 2019, I had the honor of representing the Northeast ADA Center at the New York Association on Independent Living Statewide Conference and Expo at the Albany... - Talking to Managers about Disability: New Communication Tools from the Northeast ADA Center
As we outlined in Painting a Deeper Picture of Disability Inclusiveness: Changing Organization Culture and Climate, creating a workplace that includes people with disabilities doesn’t... - Thinking about Electronic Document Accessibility
The internet has transformed everything from research to making restaurant reservations. But despite easing everyday tasks for many people, the Internet adds a new level of complexity for accessibilit... - Family Caregiving, Disability, and Work-Life Balance
LaWanda Cook, PhD is Extension Faculty and Healthy Living Initiatives Lead with the Yang-Tan Institute on Employment and Disability at Cornell University's School of Industrial and Labor Relations &n... - Compliance and beyond: Have Section 503 rule changes changed the playing field?
It’s been nearly two years since the rule changes of the Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act took effect, holding employers who are federal contractors more accountable for hiring and retain... - Let Me In! What you should know about the Fair Housing Act and disability
The Fair Housing Act prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability in all types of housing transactions. The Act defines persons with a disability to mean those individuals with mental or phys... - Can I ask for reassignment as a reasonable accommodation?
Taken from the EEOC Enforcement Guidance:Reasonable Accommodation and Undue Hardship Under the American's with Disabilities Act The ADA specifically lists "reassignment to a vacant position" as a form... - #Thanks to the ADA—Puerto Rico
As we approach the 30th Anniversary of the ADA, many people are celebrating how far we have come, as well as reflecting on how far we still have to go. The Northeast ADA Center is part of the ADA Nati... - #Thanks to the ADA—New Jersey
As we approach the 30th Anniversary of the ADA, many people are celebrating how far we have come, as well as reflecting on how far we still have to go. The Northeast ADA Center is part of the ADA Nati... - Animated Educational Videos for Kids from the Northeast ADA Center
Here at the Northeast ADA Center, we work to educate all our regional stakeholders about the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and how it impacts and applies to their lives and the community. For... - Leave as a Reasonable Accommodation—The EEOC Weighs In
Shared from the US Equal Employment Opportunity Commission website. Enforcement Guidance: Reasonable Accommodation and Undue Hardship Under the Americans with Disabilities Act Leave Permitting the... - Employers and the ADA: Myths and Facts
This material was published by the US Department of Labor Office of Disability Employment Policy. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a landmark federal law that protects the rights of peopl... - Diversity Partners Is Going Live!
You told us what you needed, and we created it for you! The Diversity Partners project website contains no-cost online toolboxes for leadership and frontline staff, supported by on-demand technic... - Disability: The New Diversity for Talent Acquisition Practitioners
How are hiring decisions really made? Consider the following two real-life descriptions of hiring committees assessing candidates. As you’re reading, guess the year when this took plac... - Commemorating the 29th Anniversary of the ADA: Considerations for Small Employers
by Jeffrey J. Tamburo In a 2019 research study of small employers conducted by Cornell University’s Yang-Tan Institute, several employers talked about the decision-making processes in their w...
Webinars
- Introduction to the Service Animal Toolkit
July 27, 2022
Do customers bring dogs into your business claiming they are service animals, emotional support animals, comfort dogs, or therapy dogs? Join Chris Sweet, technical assistant for the Northeast ADA Cent... - Service Animal Scenarios
March 27, 2019
Chris Sweet, Northeast ADA Technical Assistance and Outreach Specialist, will present Service Animal Scenarios. Service animals often appear in popular media as a topic of contention as airlines, sto... - Small Employer Webinar
July 25, 2018
How much do small businesses know about disability, the ADA, and their responsibilities related to reasonable accommodation? In the Northeast ADA Center, we are conducting a study to better unde... - Access for All: The ADA and Older People
March 21, 2018
The ADA has done much to improve the quality of life for millions of people—including older people—with disabilities. This webinar will educate participants about how the ADA applies... - Is That a Service Animal: What Rights Apply Where
January 24, 2018
The Northeast ADA Center is often asked about service animals. It can be confusing for individuals with disabilities, businesses, transit providers, and landlords to know what rights a person with a d...
Webinars
- Introduction to the Service Animal Toolkit
07/27/2022- Do customers bring dogs into your business claiming they are service animals, emotional support animals, comfort dogs, or therapy dogs? Join Chris Sweet, technical assistant for the Northeast ADA Cent... - Service Animal Scenarios
03/27/2019- Chris Sweet, Northeast ADA Technical Assistance and Outreach Specialist, will present Service Animal Scenarios. Service animals often appear in popular media as a topic of contention as airlines, sto... - Small Employer Webinar
07/25/2018- How much do small businesses know about disability, the ADA, and their responsibilities related to reasonable accommodation? In the Northeast ADA Center, we are conducting a study to better unde... - Access for All: The ADA and Older People
03/21/2018- The ADA has done much to improve the quality of life for millions of people—including older people—with disabilities. This webinar will educate participants about how the ADA applies... - Is That a Service Animal: What Rights Apply Where
01/24/2018- The Northeast ADA Center is often asked about service animals. It can be confusing for individuals with disabilities, businesses, transit providers, and landlords to know what rights a person with a d... - Reasonable Accommodation: A Focus on Small Employers
08/11/2017- Reasonable accommodation is a cornerstone of Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Reasonable accommodation allows people to approach the same work, in a way that works for them;... - Accessible Beach Access Routes
06/28/2017- It’s that time of year that many of us take advantage of the summer weather and “head to the shore” for some R&R. This webinar will review the scoping and technical require... - State of the Community Virtual Conference: How the ADA Trainer/Leadership Network is Changing Local Communities
09/21/2016- Since 2007, the Northeast ADA Center and its ADA National Network partners have trained hundreds of disability professionals, advocates, and others to present a carefully designed curriculum to... - The ADA & Aging Americans
08/10/2016- This webinar will discuss the intersection of America’s aging population and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). As the American population ages and more individuals join the ranks of sen... - How Can We Help? The Impact of Technical Assistance
07/13/2016- The Northeast ADA Center’s technical assistance team provides one-on-one, on-demand ADA guidance to any stakeholder in its region, which includes New York, New Jersey, Puerto Rico, and the US Vi... - Overview of the Proposed Public Rights of Way Accessibility Guidelines
04/13/2016- This webinar will review the U.S. Access Board’s proposed guidelines that address conditions and constraints that are unique to public rights-of-way, including pedestrian access to sidewalks and... - Trends in Web Accessibility
02/10/2016- Much of work, play and community interaction happens online or via mobile apps. The web connects businesses, government and individuals with and without disabilities in numerous ways. How the ADA appl... - Overview of the Proposed Standards for Accessible Medical Diagnostic Equipment
12/09/2015- This webinar will review the proposed accessibility standards developed by the U.S. Access Board for equipment used in medical settings by health care providers for diagnostic purposes, including: exa... - The expanding disability market: Scenario Clinic
09/30/2015- During this webinar, we will explore and discuss scenarios related to serving people with disabilities in a variety of sectors and businesses. Building upon the September 9 webinar, we will pose... - The expanding disability market: Serving customers with disabilities
09/09/2015- People with disabilities make up a significant customer base for businesses across our country. With the aging of the population and with the greater participation of people with disabilities in... - Scenario Clinic: ADA And Higher Education
08/26/2015- The Northeast ADA Center receives calls and emails from university faculty, students, offices for students with disabilities services, and administrators. This webinar will highlight some of the most... - 25 Years of the Americans with Disabilities Act: Where we have been and where we still need to go in New York and New Jersey!
07/08/2015- July 26th marks the 25th anniversary of the ADA being signed into law. This webinar discussion will engage with Joe Amoroso, Director of New Jersey’s Division of Disability Services and Ji... - The ADA and accessible transportation (Title II and Title III)
02/11/2015- This webinar will provide an overview of how the ADA applies to transportation for both Title II and Title III entities. We will review the ADA Standards issued by the U.S. Department of Transpo... - Exams and Testing
01/28/2015- The web has opened up new avenues for people with disabilities to participate in education, business, and government. . Many private and public institutions conduct much of their business on the... - The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Back to Basics
12/10/2014- Even though it's been nearly 25 years since the passing of the ADA, many of us are still often unsure or unclear about what the ADA covers, and who and what it applies to. This webinar will feature th... - School’s Out, Now What? Inclusive Extra-Curricular Activities
09/10/2014- The Rehabilitation Act and Title II of the ADA require that public schools provide program access for students with disabilities. These requirements extend to extra-curricular events offered by... - Accessible Event Planning: Legal, Human and Practical issues
07/18/2014- Whether you are hosting a small, indoor meeting for a group of employees or a large outdoor event open to the entire public, it is important to plan and create an experience that allows everyone... - Let's Talk about Effective Communication
02/12/2014- Communicating with most people with disabilities is no different from communicating with anyone else. However, people who have hearing, vision, speech-related, or other types of disabilities may use a... - Emergency Response and Disability for First Responders
01/08/2014- In order to best assist individuals with disabilities in an emergency situation, first responders must be aware of the preparation needed in serving this community. Flexibility and creativity may be c... - Veterans and Service Animals
11/12/2013- This 1.5 hour webinar will focus on the use of service animals by veterans, primarily in ADA Title II (State & Local Government) and Title III (Places of Public Accommodation) settings. The webina... - Accessibility Update: Difficult 2010 ADA Standards Technical Requirements
09/19/2013- On September 19 from 2 PM – 3:30 PM, The Northeast ADA Center is teaming up with United Spinal Association’s Accessibility Services program to host a free Americans with Disabilities Act (... - Accessibility Update: Hotels and Resorts
06/20/2013- Topics covered will include: -The 2010 ADA Standards scoping requirements for Places of Transient Lodging (i.e. What types of occupancies are required to comply with the 2010 ADA Standards for Places... - Open for Business: Market and Disability Trends
07/23/2010- When most businesses think of disability and accessibility, they think of the law. But what about business? People with disabilities represent a significant segment of the customer/consumers of any... - Next Steps Webinar: Service Animals - Legal and Practical Issues
04/22/2010- As the population of people with disabilities grows, so does the number of individuals who use service animals. Therefore it is becoming more likely that a person with a physical or psychiatric disabi... - Web Accessibility Webinar Series
03/18/2010- Colleges and Universities are using the internet as a tool to facilitate applications, registration, and dissemination of important information about benefits. Web accessibility ensures that all stude... - Web Accessibility Webinar Series
02/22/2010- Colleges and Universities are using the internet as a tool to facilitate applications, registration, and dissemination of important information about benefits. Web accessibility ensures that all stude... - Web Accessibility Webinar Series
01/11/2010- Colleges and Universities are using the internet as a tool to facilitate applications, registration, and dissemination of important information about benefits. Web accessibility ensures that all stude... - Web Accessibility Webinar Series
12/11/2009- Colleges and Universities are using the internet as a tool to facilitate applications, registration, and dissemination of important information about benefits. Web accessibility ensures that all stude...
News
- Supreme Court Denies Review of Rules That Vending Machines Are Not Places of Public Accommodation
October 18, 2017
The Supreme Court declined to review a Fifth Circuit decision stating that a public accommodation covered by Title III of the ADA has to be a physical place and vending machines are not sales establis... - More Businesses are Opening up to People with Disabilities
September 20, 2017
More than a decade ago, when Jenny Lay-Flurrie was looking for a job, she told an interviewer at Microsoft that she had some trouble hearing. "I didn't tell them I was profoundly deaf," Lay-Flurrie te... - How Employers Can Make Businesses More Inclusive for People with Disabilities
Michael Ray, who has hearing loss, uses technology that allows him to hold a job that requires talking on the phone at VA Western New York Healthcare. He says other people have used simple accommodati... - Survey Opportunity
August 15, 2018
Did you know that small businesses (with fewer than 500 employees) constitute more than 98% of New York and New Jersey businesses, and account for over 50% of the private workforce within region 2: Ne... - Free Webinar for Small Employers
July 18, 2018
Wednesday, July 25, 2018 from 1:00pm to 2:00pm EST. How much do small businesses know about disability, the ADA, and their responsibilities related to reasonable accommodation? Here at the Northeast...
News
- Supreme Court Denies Review of Rules That Vending Machines Are Not Places of Public Accommodation
10/18/2017- The Supreme Court declined to review a Fifth Circuit decision stating that a public accommodation covered by Title III of the ADA has to be a physical place and vending machines are not sales establis... - More Businesses are Opening up to People with Disabilities
09/20/2017- More than a decade ago, when Jenny Lay-Flurrie was looking for a job, she told an interviewer at Microsoft that she had some trouble hearing. "I didn't tell them I was profoundly deaf," Lay-Flurrie te... - How Employers Can Make Businesses More Inclusive for People with Disabilities
Michael Ray, who has hearing loss, uses technology that allows him to hold a job that requires talking on the phone at VA Western New York Healthcare. He says other people have used simple accommodati... - Survey Opportunity
08/15/2018- Did you know that small businesses (with fewer than 500 employees) constitute more than 98% of New York and New Jersey businesses, and account for over 50% of the private workforce within region 2: Ne... - Free Webinar for Small Employers
07/18/2018- Wednesday, July 25, 2018 from 1:00pm to 2:00pm EST. How much do small businesses know about disability, the ADA, and their responsibilities related to reasonable accommodation? Here at the Northeast... - Free Webinar for Small Employers
06/22/2018- Wednesday, July 25, 2018 from 1:00pm to 2:00pm EST. How much do small businesses know about disability, the ADA, and their responsibilities related to reasonable accommodation? In the Northeast ADA C... - New York Passes Law Against Service Animal Fraud, Joining Other States
01/17/2018- New York recently joined an increasing number of states that have passed laws aimed at curbing abuse of laws and regulations designed to ensure that individuals with disabilities can be accompanied by... - Free Webinar - Service Animal Scenarios
02/21/2019- March 27th 2019 1:00pm EST to 2:00pm ESTPresenter: Chris Sweet, Northeast ADA Technical Assistance and Outreach Specialist Service animals have begun emerging in popular media as a topic of contentio... - Free Webinar - Service Animal Scenarios
03/20/2019- Wednesday, March 27th, 2019 1:00 PM EST - 2:30 PM ESTPresenter: Chris Sweet, Northeast ADA Technical Assistance and Outreach Specialist Service animals have begun emerging in popular media as a topic... - Free Webinar-ADA National Network Learning Session: Who Let the Dogs (and Miniature Horses) In? Service Animals in Health Care Facilities
05/20/2020- Thursday, May 28th, 202011:30 AM PDT - 1:00 PM PDT According to the Bureau of Global Public Affairs within the U.S. Department of State, approximately 500,000 service dogs assist people with disabili... - Settlement Reached Over Cumberland County's Access to Polling Locations
02/22/2018- The U.S. Attorney's Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania on Monday announced a settlement with Cumberland County over its access to polling places. According to the attorney's office, it and... - Animation on Signs Now Available from the U.S. Access Board
02/15/2017- A new animation on accessible signage is now available from the U.S. Access Board as part of its online guide to standards issued under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Arch... - Free Webinar: Small Business at Work: A toolkit to help small businesses leverage the talents of people with disabilities
05/20/2020- Wednesday, May 27, 2020 from 12:00 PM to 01:00 PM It's been said many times: small businesses are the backbone of America. They contribute well over half the money and jobs that fuel our economy. The... - The Valuable 500 Launches at Davos to Promote Disability Inclusion
02/21/2019- A new campaign that will hold global business leaders accountable for disability inclusion in their businesses launched today at the World Economic Forum's Annual Summit in Davos. Announced by #valuab... - Free Webinar! "Is That a Service Animal: What Rights Apply Where?"
01/17/2018- January 24, 20181:00pm to 2:00pm One of the most popular topics that the Northeast ADA is asked about is service animals. It can be confusing for individuals with disabilities, businesses, transit pr... - NYC Denies Nearly 9,000 Children with Disabilities the Services They Need
09/20/2017- As of last May, 8,854 public school students with disabilities were lacking services such as speech therapy, physical therapy and counseling, according to figures the city Education Department supplie... - Start Spreading the News - EDNY Denies Motion to Dismiss Website Accessibility Complaint
08/16/2017- While the ADA finished celebrating its 27th anniversary at the end of July, for plaintiffs looking to bring website accessibility complaints in New York the party is still ongoing. Following on the he... - Dependable Health Services to Pay $38,000 to Settle EEOC Disability Discrimination Suit
01/17/2018- Dependable Health Services Inc., a health care staffing agency, will pay $38,000 and furnish significant equitable relief to settle a disability discrimination lawsuit brought by the U.S. Equal Employ... - EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY COMMISSION: USA Parking Services to Pay $150,000 to Settle EEOC Disability Discrimination Lawsuit
03/20/2019- USA Parking Services, Inc., a hospitality industry-focused valet and parking company, will pay $150,000 to settle the disability discrimination lawsuit brought by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity... - EEOC Launches Online Services for Inquiries, Appointments & Discrimination Charges
11/15/2017- On November 1, 2017, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) launched an EEOC Public Portal to provide online access to individuals inquiring about discrimination. "This secure online... - First Public Accommodations Website Accessibility Case Goes to Trial in Florida
06/21/2017- The first trial under the Americans with Disabilities Act about the accessibility of a public accommodations website took place in the southern district of Florida. U.S. District Judge Robert Sc... - Service Animals and the ADA: Exploring Common Issues and Scenarios-Free Webinar!
11/15/2017- Tuesday, November 21st, 20172:00 PM EST - 3:30 PM ESTWhile more than 27 years have passed since the implementation of the ADA, there are areas which continue to raise questions and cause confusion. On... - Access Board ABA Case Results in Improved Access to Historic Federal Building
04/17/2019- The General Services Administration (GSA) has improved access to the Joel W. Solomon Federal Building and United States Court House in Chattanooga, Tennessee in response to a complaint filed with the... - Justice Department Reaches Agreement with Denver to Improve Accessibility
01/17/2018- The Department of Justice announced on January 8, 2018 that it has reached an agreement with Denver, Colorado, to improve access to civic life for people with disabilities. The agreement was reached u... - New York Lawmakers Plan to Address Website Accessibility
06/21/2019- A Committee in the New York State Senate aims to develop a legal standard for the accessibility of business websites under New York law, in response to the exponential increase in website accessibilit... - Sparta NJ Special Services, Presents Disability Awareness Assembly to Board of Education
03/21/2018- Sparta High School students joined members of the district's Special Services department to hold a Disability Awareness assembly at the Helen Morgan School. Danielle Hamblin, director of special servi... - Retail Websites Are 'Public Accommodations' Subject to ADA, Judge Rules
09/20/2017- As courts remain divided over whether or not websites should be held to the same standard under the Americans with Disabilities Act as brick-and-mortar locations, companies across the country continue... - Owner of Betty Ford Center Reaches Settlement with DOJ Over Americans with Disabilities Act
07/17/2019- The Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation finalized a settlement agreement, agreeing to remove architectural barriers to access at the Betty Ford Center, a well-known drug and alcohol treatment facility in R... - East Haddam CT Grocery Store to Allow Service Animals Under ADA Settlement
05/15/2019- The U.S. Attorney's office announced Monday it has reached an agreement with Grist Mill Market to resolve allegations that the store was not operating in compliance with the Americans with Disabilitie... - Free Webinar-The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Web Sites: What is Required
02/21/2019- Tuesday, March 19th, 20192:00 PM EDT - 3:30 PM EDT Many businesses and public entities use their web sites to provide information about programs and services, offer registration, enable visitors to p... - College Students Rally at New York State Capitol, Fighting to Secure Funding for Disability Services
02/19/2020- Students with disabilities from across the state have gathered at the Capitol to urge increased state funding for higher education disability services. The State Education Department has included a $1... - The Ocean County and Union County New Jersey Boards of Elections Enter into Memorandum of Agreements with the United States Department of Justice Regarding Accessibility Compliance Review of Polling Place Locations
10/16/2019- In 2015, the United States Department of Justice, through the U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of New Jersey ("Department"), initiated a compliance review of the Ocean County Board under Title... - Harris County TX, DOJ Reach Settlement Over Poll Access
05/15/2019- The U.S. Department of Justice will monitor Harris County elections, at county expense, for up to four years under the settlement of a federal lawsuit over inadequate access to polling places for vote... - New Accessibility Specialists Join US Access Board Staff
09/18/2019- The Board has hired four new Accessibility Specialists to serve in its Office of Technical and Information Services: Randall Duchesneau III, Sarah Presley, Joshua Schorr, and Bobby Stinnette. They wil... - Special Education Students Affected by the Closing of Schools in PR
06/22/2018- The Puerto Rico Department of Education (PRDE) has announced a new cycle of public school closings, which includes 265 schools, most of which are elementary schools. Some of the factors they indicate... - Community Care for Adults with Disabilities to Continue Through Fiscal 2021
04/19/2017- The federal government has given New Jersey the go-ahead to expand and reform work it has done over the past 45 years to provide community-based services to adults with serious disabilities to h... - Parents of Children with Autism Use Benefits to Continue to Work
04/19/2017- Penn State, University of Pennsylvania, and the RAND Corporation teamed up to research employment trends of parents with children with autism. The data came from the 2005-2006 and 2009-2010 National S... - Massey Services Will Pay $63,000 to Settle EEOC Discrimination and Retaliation Lawsuit
01/15/2020- Pest control and landscaping company Massey Services, Inc. will pay $63,000 and provide other significant relief to settle an employment discrimination lawsuit filed by the U.S. Equal Employment Oppor... - Effective Communication and the ADA
08/15/2018- The ADA requires that Title II entities (State and local governments) and Title III entities (businesses and nonprofit organizations that serve the public) communicate effectively with people who have... - Hammonton NJ Youth Gymnastics Program Settles ADA Complaint
05/16/2018- An investigation by the U.S. Attorney's Office determined that the Hammonton youth gymnastics program was in violation of Title III of the ADA. The law requires businesses that serve the public, inclu... - Airline's Provision of Alternative Accessible Website Triggers Hefty Fine Under the Air Carrier Access Act
01/16/2019- In response to the onslaught of website accessibility lawsuits against public accommodations covered by Title III of the ADA, some website accessibility consulting companies have been promoting soluti... - November is Epilepsy Awareness Month
11/20/2019- Epilepsy Awareness Month in November brings attention to a condition affecting more than 1 million in the United States. This life-long condition has no cure, and continued research is needed. That's... - Microsoft Launches $25M Program to Use Artificial Intelligence for Disabilities
05/16/2018- CEO Satya Nadella announced the new "AI for Accessibility" effort as he kicked off Microsoft's annual conference for software developers. It comes as Microsoft faces off with Amazon and Google to offe... - A Hidden Market: The Purchasing Power of People With Disabilities
05/16/2018- A New report by the American Institutes for Research (AIR), quantifies the purchasing power of working-age adults with disabilities. In the United States 1 in 5 adults, or 64 million people have a dis... - Amazon Rolls Out Disability Hiring Initiative
04/17/2019- On one afternoon shift, Michael Howard logged some 15,000 steps pushing a cart around the aisles of an Amazon Prime Now warehouse, gathering groceries, electronics and countless other items for one- a... - New York State to Change Way Services for People with Disabilities are Coordinated
04/18/2018- Families with children with disabilities and adults have some decisions to make in the coming weeks. New York State is replacing the Medicaid Service Coordination Program that has served the OPWDD pop... - Push to Expand Medicaid Coverage for NJ Disability Services
03/19/2020- In an effort to support young people with disabilities in higher education, NJ legislators have introduced five bills for consideration that would expand coverage for personal aides and lower the age... - Tamco Professional Coating Services to Pay $90,000 to Resolve EEOC Disability Lawsuit
08/21/2019- Tamco Professional Coating Services, Inc. (Tamco) has agreed to pay a foreperson $90,000 to settle a lawsuit brought by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), the agency announced to... - The Deaf Community Voices its Claims in PR
01/16/2019- The Deaf Autonomous Movement (MAS, by its Spanish acronym), as well as individual deaf people, their families and advocates, have been recently demanding across the media and on social media that thei... - NJ Disability Pride Parade & Celebration
09/19/2018- The 8th annual New Jersey Disability Pride Parade & Celebration will take place on Friday, October 5th 2018 in Trenton, NJ. Hundreds of people and organizations representing a wide variety of disa... - U.S. Access Board Releases Animation on Sales and Service Counters
08/15/2018- The U.S. Access Board has released an animation on accessible sales and service counters as part of its online guide to standards issued under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Archite... - IBM and West Virginia University's Center for Disability Inclusion Unveil Mobile Workplace Accommodation Case Management App
06/21/2017- IBM and West Virginia University's Center for Disability Inclusion (CDI) announced they are developing a first generation mobile workplace accommodation case management app to help U.S. businesses cre... - The Interplay between the ADA and the FMLA-Free Webinar
05/18/2017- Wednesday, May 24th, 2017 2:00 PM EDT - 3:30 PM EDT Employee leave is one of the most complex and common situations that businesses encounter. This session will compare and contrast the ADA and Fami... - Free Webinar: Small Business at Work: A toolkit to help small businesses leverage the talents of people with disabilities
test1 - Back to Business after COVID-19: Addressing Disability Accommodation Requests in New York
05/20/2020- Despite the lack of guidance from the EEOC, the New York City Commission on Human Rights contends that in many cases, a COVID-19 infection would meet the definition of a disability under the New York... - Warming Up To Employee Temperature Checks: Employer Guidance from the EEOC and NYC
05/20/2020- In response to COVID-19 concerns, the EEOC clarified that under the Americans with Disabilities Act; employers are allowed to take employees temperatures to determine whether they have a fever. If an... - Free Webinar-Accessible Parking, What Does that Mean?
04/15/2020- Tuesday, April 21st, 20202:00 PM EDT - 3:30 PM EDT Accessible parking continues to be an area of confusion for people with disabilities and businesses. How many spaces must be accessible? Where shoul... - An Opportunity for NYS Residents! IRT Toolkit
02/19/2020- Seeking input from youth, educators, staff from community organizations, disability organizations & businesses about a new toolkit designed to improve employment outcomes for youth with disabiliti... - DiNapoli Report: People with Disabilities Have Higher Unemployment Rates and Lower Incomes
11/20/2019- People with disabilities in New York City face the same challenges as those elsewhere in the nation, including obstacles to employment, higher rates of poverty and lower earnings than those without di... - Mid-Atlantic ADA Update - the 26th Annual Conference on the Americans with Disabilities Act
10/16/2019- The Mid-Atlantic ADA Update, the 26th annual conference on the Americans with Disabilities Act will be held this November in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The 2019 conference will provide a wide range o... - US Department of Labor to Provide Immediate Grants and Assistance for Hurricane Maria Recovery Efforts
10/18/2017- As with Hurricanes Irma and Harvey, the US Department of Labor, in cooperation with the territories and local partners, is setting aside funding, making grants to assess workforce needs, and providing... - U.S. Access Board to Conduct Free Webinars on Website Accessibility
08/21/2019- Access to websites is essential in today's digital environment for obtaining information, downloading data, sharing media, obtaining goods and services, and making other transactions. Many websites, h... - Disability Integration Act Reintroduced, Fights for Independence of Disabled Individuals
02/21/2019- A piece of civil rights legislation reintroduced on January 15, 2019 to the 116th Congress helps fight for the independence of all people, including the disabled. The Disability Integration Act - orig... - Hunters Point Library Violates the ADA, New Federal Lawsuit Claims
12/18/2019- A class action lawsuit filed by a nonprofit group in federal court on Tuesday argues that the newly renovated Hunters Point branch of the Queens Public Library violates the Americans with Disabilities... - A Look into the Accessibility Problem Within the New York City Mass Transit System
07/18/2018- The MTA New York City Transit is one of the largest public transportation agencies in the world with 472 operating subway stations. According to MTA, the subway system has a daily ridership of an aver... - National Council on Disability Recommends Decoupling Eligibility for Cash and Health Benefits; Amending Small Business Act to Benefit Business Owners with Disabilities
11/15/2017- The National Council on Disability (NCD) - a nonpartisan, independent federal agency comprised of presidential and congressional appointees - On October 26, 2017 released an advisory report to Congres... - Department of Justice Issues Final Rule on Movie Captioning and Audio Description
On November 21, 2016, Attorney General Loretta Lynch signed a Final Rule revising the Justice Department's Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Title III regulation to further clarify a public accomm... - U.S. Access Board Issues Standards for Medical Diagnostic Equipment
01/18/2017- The U.S. Access Board has issued new accessibility standards for medical diagnostic equipment (MDE) under section 510 of the Rehabilitation Act. The standards provide design criteria for exa... - Justice Department Reaches Agreement with the Philadelphia Police Department to Ensure Effective Communication for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Individuals
08/15/2018- On August 3, 2018, the Justice Department reached a settlement agreement with the Philadelphia Police Department (PPD) to resolve allegations that it violated Title II of the Americans with Disabiliti... - Dyslexia: The Learning Disability That Must Not Be Named
Megan Lordos, a middle school teacher, says she was not allowed to use the word "dyslexia." She's not alone. Parents and teachers across the country have raised concerns about some schools hesitating,... - DOJ Considers Opioid Use Disorder an ADA Covered Disability and Pursues Claims Against a Provider for Refusing Medical Services to Opioid Users
06/21/2019- The U.S. Department of Justice reached a January 31, 2019 settlement of an Americans with Disabilities Act ("ADA") Title III complaint against health care provider Selma Medical Associates relating to... - Formulation/Development of New York's 3-Year State Plan for Independent Living (SPIL) 2020-2022
07/18/2018- Title VII of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, provides the authority for the New York State Independent Living Council, Inc. (NYSILC) and the network of Federally-Funded Centers for Indepen... - How States Are Helping People with Disabilities Break Into Government Jobs
06/22/2018- Governing Magazine recently published an article about what state governments are doing to recruit, hire and retain talented employees with disabilities. State governments have a critical role to play... - Sign Language to Be Taught at Public Schools in Puerto Rico
03/21/2018- The Governor of Puerto Rico, Ricardo Rossello Nevares, signed Senate Bill 606 into a law. The bill establishes the inclusion of a sign language course in every school, at all levels of the Department... - Withdrawn Technical Assistance and Guidance Documents
01/17/2018- As part of the ongoing government-wide effort to reduce regulatory burdens and improve the quality of guidance documents offered to the public, the Department has been reviewing its catalogue of techn... - College Websites Must Accommodate Students with Disabilities, Lawsuits Say
11/15/2017- Since January 2015, at least 751 lawsuits have been filed over the issue of inaccessible websites. The lawsuits filed against universities have come one after the other, against Fordham University, Ma... - Settlement Reached in Federal Lawsuit against New Albany, Indiana
11/15/2017- A settlement has been reached in a federal case against the City of New Albany, Indiana for alleged violation of the Americans with Disabilities Act after an officer's personal medical information was... - President Trump Nominates Iraq Veteran Daniel Gade to EEOC Commissioner Spot
08/16/2017- President Trump has nominated Daniel M. Gade to the last vacant slot on the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. Dr. Gade, who has a Master's and Ph.D. in Public Administration and Public Policy,... - Judge halts eviction of a person with a mental disability as Brooklyn landlord seeks to evict tenants with disabilities
A federal judge has issued a temporary order to stop the eviction of a man with a mental disability from his building, where the landlord in the gentrifying neighborhood allegedly no longer wants to l... - FAPE Case Draws Flurry of Attention
As the U.S. Supreme Court prepares to consider how much educational benefit schools must provide students with disabilities, everyone from lawmakers to advocates are weighing in. A dozen amicus... - In Queens Courts, Unequal Access to Justice Starts at the Stairs
03/19/2020- The wheelchair lift at the Queens Supreme Courthouse in Jamaica does not get used, but it is not broken. City and state officials cannot agree on whose responsibility it is to operate the lift on Sutp... - Registration Now Open for ACL's Emergency Preparedness Response and Recovery Listening Sessions in New York
02/19/2020- The Administration for Community Living (ACL) wants to hear and learn from older adults, people with disabilities, your families and caregivers, about your experiences with emergencies or disaster sit... - Free Webinar! Beach Access Routes—Key Considerations for Public Entities
06/21/2017- Wednesday, June 28, 2017 from 01:00 PM to 02:00 PM Presented by Jennifer Perry It's that time of year that many of us take advantage of the summer weather and "head to the shore" for some R&R. T... - Millions in Disability Housing Assistance Headed To States
09/19/2018- People with disabilities in nearly every state will receive help accessing housing in the community thanks to an infusion of millions in federal dollars. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Devel... - Additional Resources:
08/15/2018- Effective Communication fact sheet from the Department of Justicehttps://www.ada.gov/effective-comm.htm To learn more about Effective Communication for students with disabilities in public school set... - Happy 27th Anniversary ADA!
07/19/2017- On July 26, 1990, President George H.W. Bush signed into law the Americans with Disabilities Act, which prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities in employment, transportation, public... - Nevada Employer Pays $3.5 Million to Settle "100-Percent Healed" Claim
07/18/2018- Slots chain employer Dotty's recently agreed to pay $3.5 million to settle litigation alleging its "100-percent-healed" policy discriminates against workers with disabilities. The June 5th settlement... - Ask the Department of Justice (DOJ): Open Question and Answer Session
05/16/2018- Tuesday, June 12th, 2018 2:00 PM EDT - 3:30 PM EDTDo you have a burning question regarding the non-discrimination in programs and services provisions of the ADA? Is there a policy or procedural issue... - Bill Introduced for a New Special Education Act in Puerto Rico
03/21/2018- Bill 1484 of the House of Representatives of Puerto Rico introduces the new Act for the Education of Children with Disabilities at a local level. This measure was introduced by Representative Rafael (... - DOJ Reaches Settlement with WeHo's Atlantis Events
03/21/2018- The U.S. Justice Department reached a settlement on 2/20/18 with Atlantis Events Inc., a cruise and resort vacation company with offices in West Hollywood, to ensure that customers who are deaf or har... - Uncertainty in the Cases of Special Education in Puerto Rico
01/17/2018- The restructuring of Puerto Rico's debt has cast a shadow of uncertainty over hundreds, if not, thousands of cases that are currently being argued in court as part of claims so that children and young... - Northeast ADA Center Contributes to Training for NYC Disability Service Facilitators
10/18/2017- The Northeast ADA Center was happy to participate in a 2 day training program in September, 2017, administered through the ADA National Network, the NYC Mayor's Office for People with Disabilities (MO... - Overview of the Final Rule for Accessible Medical Diagnostic Equipment- Free Webinar
09/20/2017- Thursday September 28th 2017 1pm to 2pm ESTPresented By: Jennifer Perry This webinar will review the accessibility standards developed by the U.S. Access Board for equipment used in medical setti... - U.S. Access Board Consults Stakeholders on Reform Plan
09/20/2017- During its July meeting, the Board met with stakeholders to gather feedback on an agency reform plan for improving its operations and services. Attendees included representatives from the American Ins... - Free Webinar! Overview of the Final Rule for Accessible Medical Diagnostic Equipment
08/16/2017- Thursday, September 28, 20171:00 PM - 2:00 PM EDTThis webinar will review the accessibility standards developed by the U.S. Access Board for equipment used in medical settings by health care providers... - Housing Accessibility under the Americans with Disability Act and the Fair Housing Act-Free Webinar
05/18/2017- Wednesday, May 24, 2017 2:00 - 3:30 PM ET This 90 minute session will provide an overview of the 2010 ADA Standards and Fair Housing Act Accessibility Guidelines. It will include a brief discu... - N.J. Schools' Biggest Challenge? Providing Special Education from Home
04/15/2020- With schools closing across the country due to the outbreak of coronavirus, NJ students with disabilities are stuck at home without the access to aides and specialists who typically interact with them... - U.S. Access Board Free Webinar: Accessible Sales and Service Counters
04/17/2019- May 2nd 2019, from 2:30pm to 4:00pm Eastern Counters can pose barriers to people with disabilities in accessing goods and services. This session will cover access to sales and services counters and r... - Employment Training Program Helps Young Adults with Disabilities Prepare
02/21/2019- Atlantic Center for Independent Living (Atlantic CIL) has partnered with Atlantic City and Pleasantville school districts this year for the roll-out of a new pre-employment transition services (pre-ET... - 2018 Fall ADA Coordinator Conference
09/19/2018- The ADA Coordinator Training Certification Program (ACTCP) presents the Fall ADA Coordinator Conference October, 1st and 2nd, 2018 in Salt Lake City Utah. This 2-day event will be held at the Salt Lak... - Attention Albany Region CDTA Riders!
04/18/2018- The Yang Tan Institute on Disability and Employment (YTI) at Cornell University, with support from the New York State Developmental Disabilities Planning Council (DDPC) has established the Transit Res... - Fair Housing Accessibility FIRST Design & Construction-Free Training
01/17/2018- May 8th, 2018, 8:00AM - 4:15PM EST Museum of disABILITY History, Main Training Room - 2nd Floor 3826 Main Street, Buffalo, NY 14226This training will highlight the importance of design and c... - Justice Department Scraps ADA Guidance
01/17/2018- Attorney General Jeff Sessions said he is rescinding more than two dozen guidance documents including several clarifying the implications of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Guidance documents are... - Resources
09/20/2017- As the Northeast ADA Center typically receives technical assistance questions related to the rights of students with disabilities under the ADA and Section 504 this time of year, we are sharing severa... - NY City Housing Authority (NYCHA) Residents, Advocates Urge Cuomo Signature on Bill Allowing Residents with Disabilities to Take More Accessible Units
08/16/2017- There's a push to make public housing friendlier to some of its most vulnerable residents. The proposed legislation would allow residents that use wheelchairs to move into accessible apartments when t... - Santa Rosa CA Grinds Out Accessibility Upgrades
07/19/2017- In 2008, investigators from the U.S. Attorney General's Office conducted an audit of 40 city facilities, identifying nearly 200 violations of the federal Americans with Disabilities Act. The following... - City Closes Dog Park for ADA Violation
06/21/2017- The city of Piqua Ohio announced on its website that Hollow Park will no longer be used as a dog park, as the U.S. Justice Department has determined that it is not in compliance with the Americans wit... - New Edition of the ICC A117.1 Accessibility Standard Approved
06/21/2017- The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) recently approved the 2017 edition of the ICC A117.1 Standard on Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities. This voluntary consensus standard... - New York State Passes Funding to Improve Accessibility of Sidewalks
05/18/2017- A total of $112.2 million in funding has been awarded to support transportation enhancements across New York State. According to the governor's office, funding supports projects that include mul... - MTA Accessibility and Maintenance Critiqued
05/18/2017- The New York City subway system is under dual attack over its lack of accessibility for people requiring elevators or escalators; and for its general maintenance of those which the system already has.... - Accessible Dining Surfaces and Bars-Free Webinar
05/18/2017- Thursday, June 1st, 2017 2:30 PM EDT - 4:00 PM EDT The ADA and ABA Accessibility Standards apply to a wide range of spaces in the public and private sectors and specify which elements and spaces mus... - Special Education School Vouchers May Come With Hidden Costs
04/19/2017- For many parents of children with disabilities in public school systems, the lure of the private school voucher is strong. Vouchers for students with disabilities have been endorsed by the Trump... - Supreme Court Sides with Family in Service Dog Case
03/16/2017- The U.S. Supreme Court on Wednesday unanimously ruled that the U.S. 6th Circuit Court of Appeals should reconsider whether Ehlena Fry and her family can sue a Michigan school district for its decision... - Free Webinar - Self-Evaluations and Transition Plans: Some Considerations
02/15/2017- Thursday, February 16th, 2017 2:00 PM EST - 3:30 PM EST All public entities subject to Title II of the ADA must complete a self-evaluation, and those with 50 or more employees must also have a trans... - Free Webinar - Medical Diagnostic Equipment Final Rule
02/15/2017- Thursday, March 2nd, 2017 2:30 PM ET- 4:00 PM ET The Access Board, under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, has published a final standard addressing access for people with disabi... - Self-Evaluations and Transition Plans: Some Considerations-Free Webinar
01/18/2017- Thursday February 16th 20172:00pm EST - 3:30pm EST All public entities subject to Title II of the ADA must complete a self-evaluation, and those with 50 or more employees must also have a transi... - May is Mental Health Awareness Month
05/20/2020- Mental Health Awareness Month began in the United States in 1949 by the Mental Health America organization (then known as the National Association for Mental Health). Its purpose is to raise awareness... - Free Webinar-ADA National Network Learning Session: COVID-19, Health Care, and the ADA
04/15/2020- Thursday, April 23rd, 202011:30 AM PDT - 1:00 PM PDT Given the unprecedented demands posed by the COVID-19 pandemic for the provision of health care, it is critical for health care providers to under... - Developmental Disabilities Network Journal (DDNJ) to Launch
03/19/2020- The Developmental Disabilities Network Journal (DDNJ) will be launching soon. DDNJ is an open-source academic journal that publishes scholarship about disability systems and the impact of the Developm... - Disability Advocates Address Transportation Issues at NJ Transit Hearing
02/19/2020- Recently, advocates and paratransit experts addressed a New Jersey Senate Select Committee on New Jersey Transit. The hearing was a forum to raise the pressing concerns of individuals with disabilitie... - Dallas Electric Utility to Pay $50K to Settle Federal Disability Discrimination Suit
10/16/2019- A Dallas-based electric utility company will pay $50,000 and furnish other relief to settle a disability discrimination lawsuit, federal officials said. A consent decree in the U.S. Equal Employment... - 2019 Fall ADA Coordinator Conference - Charlotte, NC
09/18/2019- Monday, October 14th, 2019 to Tuesday, October 15th, 2019 Embassy Suites Charlotte-Concord Golf Resort & Spa, 5400 John Q. Hammons Dr. NW, Concord, NC 28027 This two-day training offers over 20 b... - Obesity Alone Is Not a Disability
07/17/2019- The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit held that extreme obesity, without evidence of an underlying physiological condition, does not meet the definition of a physical impairment and theref... - William Paterson University first to offer disabilities studies degree in NJ
05/15/2019- In response to growing demand, William Paterson University is offering the state's first-ever bachelor's degree in disabilities studies. "There was a call for a major. It was sort of a groundswell of... - Free Webinar-Promoting Independence and Access through Responsible Design Part 3: Curbside Access
05/15/2019- May 28, 20192:00 PM EDT - 3:30 PM EDT Join us for our 4 part series, Promoting Independence and Access through Responsible Design. Melissa Anderson, PE, formerly a Transportation Engineer for the U.S... - The Bureau of Labor Claims Strong Job Gains for the Disability Community
03/20/2019- A Western New York labor force specialist said that the increase in the national employment-population ratio for persons with disabilities is the case of a rising economic tide lifting all boats. In 2... - Free Webinar-Accessible Content Shared Through Social Media
03/20/2019- Tuesday, March 26th, 2019 1:00 PM EDT - 2:30 PM EDT The use of social media by federal agencies has become widespread across the federal government. Agencies use social media to promote their mission... - Attn: Albany Region Residents - TRAC (Transit Research & Accessibility Center) is Up and Running!
01/16/2019- Do you want to know what an accessible bus trip looks like?Would you like to provide feedback on bus access in the Capital District Transportation Authority (CDTA) region?If so, sign up to watch our s... - Attn: Albany Region Residents - TRAC (Transit Research & Accessibility Center) is Up and Running!
01/16/2019- Do you want to know what an accessible bus trip looks like?Would you like to provide feedback on bus access in the Capital District Transportation Authority (CDTA) region?If so, sign up to watch our s... - Buffalo Bank Settles EEOC Allegations it Put Workers with Disabilities on 'Involuntary Leave'
01/16/2019- A Buffalo NY bank has settled a lawsuit that alleges the corporation failed to provide reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities by putting them on "involuntary leave" until they could... - Generalizations, Speculation and Stereotypes about Individuals with Disabilities Do Not Justify Refusal to Accommodate Use of Service Animals under the ADA
10/16/2019- On August 30, 2019, the US Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit, covering New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, and the US Virgin Islands, issued a precedential opinion in an important case interpreti... - New State Ombudsman for People With Disabilities Meets Critical NJ Need
08/15/2018- A vulnerable population that has been left behind in recent years now has a new lifeline in New Jersey, thanks to the appointment of Paul Aronsohn, the new Ombudsman for Individuals with Intellectual... - Settlement Agreement between the United States of America, Bhupinder S. Mangat, M.D., and Seminole Neurology Associates, P.A
08/15/2018- This complaint involved the denial of interpreter services to a patient who is deaf, when the patient tried scheduling a medical appointment. The office receptionist asked whether the complainant need... - New Jersey Launches NJ Able Accounts to Help Individuals with Disabilities Save for Expenses
07/18/2018- New Jersey Human Services Commissioner Carole Johnson announced on June 24th the launch of a major new program to help individuals with disabilities become more independent and better thrive in their... - ACCES-VR Works to Help Remove Barriers, Enrich Lives for Those Living with Disabilities
06/22/2018- New York State held its Legislative Disabilities Awareness Day to highlight both the issues and the accomplishments of advocates, families, and individuals with disabilities across New York State. As... - Google Introduces Wheelchair Accessible Navigation for Maps
04/18/2018- Google has recently introduced a wheelchair-friendly navigation feature on its maps application that will provide optimal transit routes "to make getting around easier for those with mobility needs."... - Google Introduces Wheelchair Accessible Navigation for Maps
04/18/2018- Google has recently introduced a wheelchair-friendly navigation feature on its maps application that will provide optimal transit routes "to make getting around easier for those with mobility needs."... - April is National Autism Awareness Month- Information from the Autism Society and Resources for Stakeholders
04/18/2018- "Nearly a quarter century ago, the Autism Society launched a nationwide effort to promote autism awareness, inclusion and self-determination for all, and assure that each person with ASD is provided t... - Monterey Airbus Settles with U.S. Department of Justice over Disability Access.
03/21/2018- Following an investigation by the U.S. Attorney's Office, Monterey Airbus has agreed to up its game when it comes to serving riders with disabilities. The airport shuttle service violated Title III of... - Free Webinar-Accessibility of electronic content: How to apply the Revised Section 508 Standards within a Federal Agency; What Resources are Available?
03/21/2018- Tuesday, March 27, 20181:00 PM Eastern Time ZoneOur presenter, Deborah Kaplan, 508 Policy Lead at the Office of the CIO, Department of Health and Human Services will share examples of policies and pro... - Free Webinar- "Access for All: The ADA and Older People"
02/22/2018- March 21, 2018 1:00 EST-2:00 ESTThe ADA has done much to improve the quality of life for millions of people -including older people - with disabilities. This webinar will educate participants about ho... - Northeast ADA Center Closed November 23rd and 24th
11/15/2017- The Northeast ADA Center and technical assistance services will be closed between 4:30 PM on Wednesday, November 22nd and 8:30 AM on Monday, November 27th for the Thanksgiving holiday. Thank you in ad... - Edinburg Hospital to Settle Lawsuit Claiming Ineffective Communication for Deaf Patients
07/19/2017- After being sued by the US Attorney's Office from the southern district of Texas, Doctors Hospital at Renaissance has agreed to settle a lawsuit claiming the hospital failed to provide auxiliary aids... - Anniversary of Americans With Disabilities Act: July 26
07/19/2017- This Facts for Features (developed by the U.S. Census Bureau) provides a demographic snapshot of the U.S. population with a disability and examines various services available to them. The statistics c... - Do You Need Assistive Technology for Work or for Home?
06/21/2017- National Disability Institute's Assistive Technology (AT) Loan Program provides affordable loans to persons with disabilities, seniors and veterans to help purchase assistive technology products and s... - A Cautionary Tale for Healthcare Providers: Are You Actually Providing Effective Communication Under the ADA and the Rehabilitation Act?
06/21/2017- The Eleventh Circuit, in Silva v. Baptist Health South Florida, Inc., recently addressed a healthcare provider's obligation to provide effective communication, through appropriate auxiliary... - VA Adopts New Standards for Medical Diagnostic Equipment
05/18/2017- The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) will adopt new accessibility standards issued by the U.S. Access Board to ensure access to medical diagnostic equipment (MDE) at its health care... - Allergic Reactions Caused by Mishandling Food in Dining Halls
04/19/2017- Students at Ithaca College in Ithaca, New York, who have severe food allergies are asking the school to provide a safer eating environment for them. One student recently had a reaction to tree n... - How Accessible are New York City’s High Schools? Students with Physical Disabilities are About to Find Out
03/16/2017- Michelle Noris began her son’s high school search the way many parents of children with physical disabilities do: by throwing out most of the high school directory. She knew her son A... - University Under Investigation After Student Denied Service Dog
02/15/2017- Fordham University denied a student's request for a service dog to live with her on campus, despite her documented disability with the Office of Disability Services. She submitted her request shortly... - New Yorkers with Disabilities Fight to Text 911
01/18/2017- New York City's failure to implement texting access for emergency 911 services inspired a federal complaint Tuesday by a disability-rights group. Disability Rights New York filed the suit&n... - University of Connecticut Teaching Hospital Settles ADA-Breach Claim
01/18/2017- UConn's teaching hospital in Farmington has agreed to a federal settlement that improves the quality of services to its deaf and hard-of-hearing patients, authorities say. John Dempsey Hospital and Co... - Northeast ADA Center Closed November 24th and 25th
The NEADA Center and technical assistance services will be closed between 5:00 PM on Wednesday, November 23rd and 8:30 AM on Monday, November 28th for the Thanksgiving holiday. We will reope... - When is a student 'gifted' or 'disabled'? A new study shows racial bias plays a role in deciding
A recent study done at NYU shows a direct link between teacher bias and referrals for special services. Teachers were more likely to see academic shortfalls as disabilities in white students than in b... - Somerset County, NJ selects winners of Disability Advocates Award
After receiving many nominations this year, Somerset County selected two individual category winners for the Disability Advocates Award. Karen Kowalski was selected for her commitment to people with s... - New Technology Helps NJ's Developmentally Disabled Gain Independence
New Jersey works with a network of nonprofit agencies to connect residents with disabilities with programs, technologies, and other forms of assistance. Assistive or Adaptive technology is a... - Statement of the Department of Justice on Application of the Integration Mandate of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act and Olmstead vs. L.C. to State and Local Governments' Employment Service Systems for Individuals with Disabilities
In Olmstead vs. L.C., the Supreme Court mandated integration as part of Title II of the ADA, in order to place people with disabilities in the most integrated setting. This means the se... - Disability Discrimination Complaint Filed Over COVID-19 Treatment Rationing Plan in Washington State
04/15/2020- Self Advocates in Leadership (SAIL), Disability Rights Washington (DRW), and The Arc of the United States (The Arc) filed a complaint with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office for C... - Steel Painters Settles EEOC Disability Discrimination Suit
03/19/2020- Steel Painters, LLC, an industrial sandblasting and painting Services Company based in Beaumont, Texas, has agreed to pay monetary damages and furnish other relief to settle a disability discriminatio... - Free Webinar-Using the ADA and ABA Standards Series: Chapter 3: Building Blocks
03/19/2020- Thursday, April 2, 20202:30 PM Eastern Time ZoneSpeakers: Sarah Presley, Accessibility Specialist, Access Board andJuliet Shoultz, Transportation Engineer, Office of Technical and Information Services... - Federal Government Reaches Settlement in Lawsuit over Preschool's Expulsion of a Child with a Disability
01/15/2020- A nationwide chain of day care centers has agreed to settle federal litigation accusing it of disability discrimination. Spring Education, formerly known as Nobel Learning Communities, agreed to adopt... - 508 Webinar: Section 508 Questions and Answers with the Access Board and GSA
01/15/2020- Tuesday, January 28, 2020, 01:00pm - 02:30pm In this webinar, Section 508 Specialists at the U.S. Access Board and the General Services Administration will answer your questions about the refreshed S... - Northeast ADA Center Closed November 28th and 29th
11/20/2019- The Northeast ADA Center and technical assistance services will be closed between 4:30 PM on Wednesday, November 27th and 8:30 AM on Monday, December 2nd for the Thanksgiving holiday. Thank you in adv... - Settlement Agreement Between the United States of America and the City of Hudson NY
11/20/2019- Based on a complaint from three individuals, alleging, among other things, that the City of Hudson's sidewalks are inaccessible, and, that there is no accessible entrance to City Hall, Promenade Hill... - Registration Announcement for Justice Center Regional Conference
10/16/2019- Thursday, October 24, 2019 10am to 3pmShirley A. Chisholm State Office Building55 Hanson Place,Brooklyn, NY 11217 The Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs will be conducting... - Department of Justice Celebrates 20th Anniversary of the Olmstead Supreme Court Decision Protecting the Rights of Americans With Disabilities
07/17/2019- Twenty years ago, the Supreme Court issued the groundbreaking decision in Olmstead v. L.C., holding that unjustified segregation of people with disabilities in institutions is a form of unlawful discr... - Theme of National Disability Employment Awareness Month Announced
07/17/2019- The U.S. Department of Labor has announced "The Right Talent, Right Now" as the theme for the 2019 National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM). The 2019 theme emphasizes the essential role... - Party City to Pay $155,000 to Settle EEOC Disability Discrimination Lawsuit
05/15/2019- The EEOC's lawsuit, filed in September 2018, charged that Party City violated federal law by failing to hire a qualified employee with a disability at its Nashua, N.H., location after it became aware... - 508 Webinar: Open Q&A Session on the Revised 508 Standards
01/16/2019- Tuesday, January 29, 20191:00 PM EST - 2:30pm EST This webinar provides an opportunity for attendees to pose questions to the Access Board on the revised Section 508 Standards. The 508 Standards appl... - Free Webinar - Open Question and Answer Session on the Revised 508 Standards
04/17/2019- April 30th 2019, from 1:00pm to 2:30pm Eastern This webinar provides an opportunity for attendees to pose questions to the Access Board on the revised Section 508 Standards. The 508 Standards apply t...