The U. S. Department of Justice has created an ADA Checklist for Polling Places so that anyone using this tool can determine if a polling site meets … [Read more...] about Checklist for Accessibility of Polling Sites
Voting and Disability Resource List: An Extensive Resource for Voting
The Voting and Disability Resource List is a treasure trove of information and resources about voting. While the Southeast ADA Center doesn't … [Read more...] about Voting and Disability Resource List: An Extensive Resource for Voting
The Southeast and Southwest ADA Centers Provides Information, Training and Guidance on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
In honor of the 26th anniversary of the ADA this week, we are highlighting the Southeast and Southwest ADA Centers, which are excellent resources for … [Read more...] about The Southeast and Southwest ADA Centers Provides Information, Training and Guidance on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Have Prisons and Jails Simply Replaced Institutions in Warehousing People with Mental Illness and Cognitive Disabilities?
In what was widely regarded as a positive development in the United States, the number of individuals residing in institutions plunged from nearly … [Read more...] about Have Prisons and Jails Simply Replaced Institutions in Warehousing People with Mental Illness and Cognitive Disabilities?
What Not to Say to People Who Use Wheelchairs
Most of us are familiar with some form of the saying, "I really put my foot in my mouth" or, "open mouth, insert foot". It means to (accidentally) … [Read more...] about What Not to Say to People Who Use Wheelchairs
Storytellers: Institutionalized as a Teen
Rooted in Rights, a project of Disability Rights Washington, recently shared the story of Jensen Caraballo, who was institutionalized as a teenager … [Read more...] about Storytellers: Institutionalized as a Teen
U.S. Dept. of Education Announces Settlements Reached in Seven States and One Territory Regarding Website Accessibility for People with Disabilities
The U.S. Department of Education has issued a press release announcing settlements that have been reached in seven states and one territory regarding … [Read more...] about U.S. Dept. of Education Announces Settlements Reached in Seven States and One Territory Regarding Website Accessibility for People with Disabilities
What is Assistive Technology?
What is assistive technology? Could you possibly benefit from it? What are assistive technology services? The technical definition, from the … [Read more...] about What is Assistive Technology?
“My Technology Handbook” is a Great Tool for Those New to Computers, Smart Phones and Social Media
So, you just got a new smart phone; now what? What is vlogging? How do you download apps? How do you stay safe on the Internet? How do you Skype? … [Read more...] about “My Technology Handbook” is a Great Tool for Those New to Computers, Smart Phones and Social Media