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2010 ADA Definition
Disability: Disability means, with respect to an individual, a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more of the major life activities of such individual; a record of such an impairment; or being regarded as having such an impairment.
(1) The phrase physical or mental impairment means – (i) Any physiological disorder or condition, cosmetic disfigurement, or anatomical loss affecting one or more of the following body systems: neurological; musculoskeletal; special sense organs; respiratory, including speech organs; cardiovascular; reproductive; digestive; genitourinary; hemic and lymphatic; skin; and endocrine; (ii) Any mental or psychological disorder such as mental retardation, organic brain syndrome, emotional or mental illness, and specific learning disabilities; (iii) The phrase physical or mental impairment includes, but is not limited to, such contagious and noncontagious diseases and conditions as orthopedic, visual, speech, and hearing impairments, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, muscular dystrophy, multiple sclerosis, cancer, heart disease, diabetes, mental retardation, emotional illness, specific learning disabilities, HIV disease (whether symptomatic or asymptomatic), tuberculosis, drug addiction, and alcoholism; (iv) The phrase physical or mental impairment does not include homosexuality or bisexuality.
(2) The phrase major life activities means functions such as caring for one´s self, performing manual tasks, walking, seeing, hearing, speaking, breathing, learning, and working.
(3) The phrase has a record of such an impairment means has a history of, or has been misclassified as having, a mental or physical impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities.
(4) The phrase is regarded as having an impairment means – (i) Has a physical or mental impairment that does not substantially limit major life activities but that is treated by a private entity as constituting such a limitation; (ii) Has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits major life activities only as a result of the attitudes of others toward such impairment; or (iii) Has none of the impairments defined in paragraph (1) of this definition but is treated by a private entity as having such an impairment.
(5) The term disability does not include – (i) Transvestism, transsexualism, pedophilia, exhibitionism, voyeurism, gender identity disorders not resulting from physical impairments, or other sexual behavior disorders; (ii) Compulsive gambling, kleptomania, or pyromania; or (iii) Psychoactive substance use disorders resulting from current illegal use of drugs.
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LIFE, Inc. - Pocatello, Blackfoot, Burley, Idaho Falls, ID
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Ability1st - the Center for Independent Living of North Florida - Tallahassee, FL
Our Mission Ability1st, the Center for Independent Living of North Florida, is a community-based non profit organization that provides services to persons with varying disabilities....
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Rural Advocates for Independent Living (RAIL) - Kirksville and Macon, MO
Rural Advocates for Independent Living assist persons with disabilities to live as independently as they choose within the communities of their choice....
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Center for Independent Living Gulf Coast - Fort Myers, FL
CILGC is solely dedicated to empowering people with disabilities, regardless of age, in Charlotte, Collier, Glades, Hendry and Lee Counties....
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Total Living Center Inc. (TLC) - Egg Harbor Township and Atlantic City, NJ
(TLC) is a non-profit organization that supports people with disabilities in their efforts toward independence and full access and participation in their communities....
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MidAmerica Alliance For Access - Kansas City, MO
Who We Are MidAmerica Alliance For Access is your gateway to disability resources in the Kansas City community....
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Life & Independence for Today (LIFT) - St. Marys, PA
We are a non-profit organization that serves people with disabilities in Elk, Cameron, McKean, Jefferson, Clearfield, and Potter Counties....
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Southwestern Independent Living Center, Inc. (SILC) - Jamestown, NY
SILC provides services throughout Chautauqua County that will assist individuals with disabilities in reaching maximum independence and an enriched quality of life....
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NorthEast Independent Living Services (NEILS) - Hannibal, MO
Mission To enhance the rights and independence of people with disabilities to actively participate in their communities and to live self-determined lives....
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Appalachian Center for Independent Living, Inc. - Charleston, WV
Location: Charleston, WV Mission To promote the interdependence, productivity, and quality of life of individuals with disabilities through empowerment, integration, and inclusion....
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Blue Water Center for Independent Living (BWCIL) - Port Huron, Bad Axe, Caro, Lapeer, Sandusky, MI
BWCIL is part of a state and national network serving people with disabilities....
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Northwest Center
Established in 1965, Northwest Center has grown into one of the largest human services organizations in Washington State, serving those with disabilities from birth to retirement....
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Bay Area Center for Independent Living - Salisbury, MD
Bay Area Center for Independent Living promotes access to community resources and support for people with disabilities and their families through programs which offer choices, preserve dignity...
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Access 2 Independence (A2i) - Columbus, GA
A2i is: Non-Residential Center for Independent Living Private Non-Profit Organization Serving People of All Ages with All Types of Disabilities Serving Muscogee...
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Harlem Independent Living Center (HILC) - New York, NY
Mission Statement The mission of the Harlem Independent Living Center (HILC) assists the communities of people with disabilities in achieving optimal independence through culturally and...
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Rebuilding Together East Bay-North - Berkeley, CA
This means that we believe disabled and aging homeowners should be able to remain in their homes for as long as possible....
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Resources for Independent Living (RIL) - Sacramento, CA
Independent Living Movement is the realization that freedom to make choices and the ability to live in the community is a basic civil right that should be extended to all people, regardless of disability...
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Mounting Horizons, Inc. (MHI) - Galveston, TX
In 2007, MHI established a partnership with the Department of Rehabilitative Services (DARS) to begin assisting individuals with disabilities with gaining independence and self-sufficiency...
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Help honor John Wodatch for the ADA's 25th Anniversary !!!
What a great tribute to the former Section Chief of the Disability Rights Section at the Department of Justice and one of the primary architects of the ADA and many of the other accessibility...
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S.M.I.L.E Independent Living Center - Yuma, AZ
Location: Yuma, AZ S.M.I.L.E's Mission Statement "Empowering individuals with disabilities to maximize independence" SMILE offers several services to the community such as:...
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Choices Center for Independent Living - Roswell, NM
Choices mission is to promote a society in which persons with disabilities control their environment and destiny through informed choice and self-identified goals of independence....
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Spokane Center For Independent Living (SCIL) - Spokane Valley, WA
Location: Spokane Valley, WA Mission Statement We empower People with Disabilities to be in control of their lives and to live more independently through informed choices and opportunities...
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DOE Resource: Free Appropriate Public Education for Students With Disabilities: Requirements Under Section 504 of The Rehabilitation Act of 1973
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 protects the rights of individuals with disabilities in programs and activities that receive federal financial assistance, including federal...
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Midland Empire Resources for Independent Living (MERIL) - St. Joseph and Maryville, MO
MERIL offers solutions to improve the quality of life for people with disabilities, people who are aging and people who are looking for skilled nursing services and therapy in the comfort...
