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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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Collection of Medical or Disability-Related Information
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Collection of Medical or Disability-Related Information
The City agrees that any medical or disability-related information elicited or collected from any source regarding an applicant or employee will be collected and maintained on separate...
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Council for Learning Disabilities
education and quality of life for individuals with learning disabilities across the life span. ...
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National Disability Institute
Mission: The mission of National Disability Institute is to drive social impact to build a better economic future for people with disabilities and their families. ...
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Scope: About Disability
Scope: About disability Based in the UK, Scope is a charity that exists to make this country a place where disabled people have the same opportunities as everyone else....
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iLove Stories of Independence: Todd Stabelfeldt
Published on Aug 18, 2014 An amazing insight on how technology is empowering independence. The clip shares the positive impact on two people, how one person is sharing it with...
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Arkansas Governor's Council on Developmental Disabilities
The Governor’s Council on Developmental Disabilities (GCDD) consists of twenty-three members who are appointed by the Governor....
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California State Council on Developmental Disabilities
The State Council on Developmental Disabilities (SCDD) is established by federal law (Developmental Disabilities and Bill of Rights Act) and state law (Lanterman Act at Welfare and Institutions...
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§ 37.137(b)(2) Consultation with individuals with disabilities
(2) Consultation with individuals with disabilities. Each entity shall contact individuals with disabilities and groups representing them in the community....
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Employment Opportunities for Disabled Americans Act of 1986
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Interacting with People with Visual Disabilities
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National Association of State Directors of Developmental Disabilities Services (NASDDDS)
The National Association of State Directors of Developmental Disabilities Services (NASDDDS) represents the nation's agencies in 50 states and the District of Columbia providing services...
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Features of Accessible Exam Tables
Features of Accessible Exam Tables 1. Removable/adjustable support rails with continuous gripping surfaces 2. 30” X 48” minimum clear floor space adjacent to exam table and...
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Links
programs/accessibility ADAAG Accessibility Checklist for Buildings and Facilities http://www.ada.gov/racheck.pdf American Trails http://www.americantrails.org Americans with Disabilities...
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Disabled Peoples' International (DPI)
Disabled Peoples International (DPI) is a Human rights organization committed to the protection of the rights of people with disabilities and the promotion of their full and equal participation...
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3. In general, refer to the person first and the disability second.
People with disabilities are, first and foremost, people. Labeling a person equates the person with a condition and can be disrespectful and dehumanizing....
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Disability Network - Flint, MI
Mission Statement The mission of The Disability Network is to promote freedom, choice, opportunity and equality for people with disabilities through advocacy, education and employment...
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What would happen with other disability groups?
What would happen with other disability groups? Overall, our results are very similar to the published literature for similar populations....
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Americans with Disabilities Compliance Clause for the Group
., alternate format materials or sign language interpreters) for the Group’s functions, and modification of the Group’s policies, practices and procedures to ensure that attendees with disabilities...
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The National Association of Councils on Developmental Disabilities (NACDD)
The National Association of Councils on Developmental Disabilities (NACDD) is the national association for the 56 Councils on Developmental Disabilities (DD Councils) across the United States...
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Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) is a law ensuring services to children with disabilities throughout the nation....
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Communicating with People Who Have Disabilities
Communicating with People Who Have Disabilities Communicating successfully is an essential part of providing service to the public....
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Who is required to comply with the disability nondiscrimination laws?
Who is required to comply with the disability nondiscrimination laws?...
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Sidewalks and Walkways Checklist - Voters with Mobility Disabilities
Sidewalks and Walkways Checklist - Voters with Mobility Disabilities...
