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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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Project Aspiro
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Leadership Exchange in Arts and Disability (LEAD)
Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C. to discuss institutional cultural arts and disability issues....
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Northeast Passage Living Beyond Disability
The mission of Northeast Passage is to create an environment where individuals with disabilities can enjoy recreation with the same freedom of choice, quality of life, and independence as...
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National AgrAbility Project
The vision of AgrAbility is to enhance quality of life for farmers, ranchers, and other agricultural workers with disabilities....
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Indiana AgrAbility
In 1979, a farmer with severe disabilities asked Purdue's Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering for help with modifying his tractor so he could continue farming....
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Yale 5300LN Series Grade 2 Lever Locks
ADA: The 5300LN meets accessibility guidelines of the Americans with Disabilities Act and the requirements of the Uniform Federal Accessibility Standards and ANSI 117.1, all requiring ease...
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SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA AND EDX INC. UNDER THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT DJ No. 202-36-255
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Paths to Employment Resource Center
The Paths to Employment Resource Center (PERC) provides access to training and resources to promote employment and full community participation for people with disabilities through cutting-edge...
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Disability Access Consultants (DAC) Corp.
Disability Access Consultants (DAC) offers a full continuum of accessibility compliance services and software to assist business and public entities in compliance with local, state and federal...
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AgrAbility - Arthritis Foundation, Indiana Chapter
The Arthritis Foundation, Indiana Chapter is committed to being involved as a four-year nonprofit, disability related partner supporting the mission of the USDA National AgrAbility Project...
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RecruitDisability
Connecting people with disabilities with jobs....
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Moen Fold Down Shower Seat
complies with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) specifications solid teak wood limited lifetime warranty...
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OVCTTAC: Supporting Crime Victims With Disabilities Curriculum
This 3-day training is designed for victim service providers, advocates for people with disabilities, self-advocates, and allied professionals....
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REASONABLE PORTION
[DSA-AC] That segment of a building, facility, area, space or condition, which would normally be necessary if the activity therein is to be accessible by persons with disabilities....
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REASONABLE PORTION
[DSA-AC] That segment of a building, facility, area, space or condition, which would normally be necessary if the activity therein is to be accessible by persons with disabilities....
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Cybex Total Access Cable Column Exercise Machine
Ability over disability. Accommodates people of all abilities on the same gym floor....
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Emergency Preparedness Tool Kit For People with Disabilities
Emergency Preparedness Tool Kit For People with Disabilities Oregon Office on Disability & Health (OODH) Oregon Institute of Disability & Development (OIDD) Center on Community...
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Successful Placement of the Older Consumer with Visual Impairment
The National Research and Training Center (NRTC) on Blindness and Low Vision at Mississippi State University is offering an on-line continuing education course for rehabilitation...
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Spina Bifida Association
The Spina Bifida Association (SBA) serves adults and children who live with the challenges of Spina Bifida. Since 1973, SBA has been the only national voluntary health agency solely...
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International Society of Wheelchair Professionals (ISWP)
The International Society of Wheelchair Professionals (ISWP) was launched in February 2015 with a mission to provide wheelchair users worldwide with the best technology and...
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Challenged Athletes Foundation®
Our Mission & Values It is the mission of the Challenged Athletes Foundation to provide opportunities and support to people with physical challenges so they can pursue active...
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Fair Housing Rights of Persons with Disabilities Brochure
From the Fair Housing Information Clearinghouse: Description Commonly asked questions about disability, reasonable accommodations and reasonable modifications, including verification...
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BYO Recreation Inc. Accent Swing Seat
FEATURES: This 8' H swing is designed for children with movement-limiting disabilities....
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U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ)
Mission Statement: To enforce the law and defend the interests of the United States according to the law; to ensure public safety against threats foreign and domestic; to provide...
