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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Products and Additional Resources > Products
Cybex Total Access Cable Column Exercise Machine
Ability over disability.
Accommodates people of all abilities on the same gym floor....
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Links > Employment
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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Products and Additional Resources > Products
BYO Recreation Inc. Accent Swing Seat
FEATURES: This 8' H swing is designed for children with movement-limiting disabilities....
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Links > Design/Construction/Barrier Removal
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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Links > Nonprofit Organization
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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Links > Employment
RecruitDisability
Connecting people with disabilities with jobs....
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Links > General
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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State and Local Documents > Codes and Standards > 2022 California Standards
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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State and Local Documents > Codes and Standards > 2025 California Standards
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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Links > Publication
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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Products and Additional Resources > Products
Haws Barrier-Free Chilled Dual Wall Mount Fountain H1011.8HO
waterways
"Hands off" feature allows the lower fountain to be activated without the use of the operator's hands, better protecting it from germs and assisting in the ease of use to the disabled...
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Products and Additional Resources > Products
Delta Two Handle Widespread Lavatory - Metal Pop-Up 3530LF-MPU
WaterSense certification promotes water conservation
Includes matching finish drain assembly
Meets standards set by Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
1.50 gpm @ 60 psi, 5.7...
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Links > General
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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Links > Nonprofit Organization
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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Links > Trade Organization
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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Links > Travel/Recreation
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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Links > Publication
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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State and Local Documents > Codes and Standards > 2022 California Standards
ACCESSIBLE ROUTE
[DSA-AC & HCD 1-AC] A continuous unobstructed path connecting accessible elements and spaces of an accessible site, building or facility that can be negotiated by a person with a disability...
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State and Local Documents > Codes and Standards > 2025 California Standards
ACCESSIBLE ROUTE
[DSA-AC & HCD 1-AC] A continuous unobstructed path connecting accessible elements and spaces of an accessible site, building or facility that can be negotiated by a person with a disability...
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State and Local Documents > Codes and Standards > 2022 California Standards
11B-108 Maintenance of accessible features
Features, facilities and equipment required by Chapter 11B to be accessible to and useable by persons with disabilities shall be maintained in operable working condition....
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Links > Federal Department or Agency
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...
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State and Local Documents > Codes and Standards > 2022 California Standards
ADULT CHANGING FACILITY
A facility that is for use by persons with disabilities who need assistance with personal hygiene....
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State and Local Documents > Codes and Standards > 2025 California Standards
ADULT CHANGING FACILITY
A facility that is for use by persons with disabilities who need assistance with personal hygiene....