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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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3. Tips for People with Visual Disabilities
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Q. May an employer inquire as to whether a prospective employee is disabled?
May an employer inquire as to whether a prospective employee is disabled? A....
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Chamber of Commerce for Persons with Disabilities, INC.
by persons with no disabilities....
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International Disability and Development Consortium (IDDC)
The International Disability and Development Consortium is a global consortium of disability and development non-governmental organisations (NGOs), mainstream development NGOs and disabled...
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Coleman Institute for Cognitive Disabilities - Boulder, Colorado Springs, Denver, and Aurora, CO
The purpose of the Coleman Institute for Cognitive Disabilities is to catalyze and integrate advances in technology to promote the quality of life of people with cognitive disabilities....
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Disability Emergency Supplies Kits
Disability Emergency Supplies Kits Carry on You Home Bedside Grab-and-go Car Item x x x x Store kits securely...
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Americans with Disabilities Act: Assistance at Self-Serve Gas Stations
Americans with Disabilities Act: Assistance at Self-Serve Gas Stations People with disabilities may find it difficult or impossible to use the controls, hose, or nozzle of a self-serve...
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National Center for Learning Disabilities
The mission of NCLD is to improve the lives of the one in five children and adults nationwide with learning and attention issues—by empowering parents and young adults, transforming...
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ENSURING POLICIES AND PROCEDURES DO NOT DISCRIMINATE AGAINST PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES
ENSURING POLICIES AND PROCEDURES DO NOT DISCRIMINATE AGAINST PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES Public entities must ensure that they do not have policies, procedures, or practices in place that...
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Disability in Action - Abilene, TX
They want the same choices and opportunities in their everyday lives as those without disabilities. They are experts in their own needs. A disability is only part of who they are....
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Interagency Committee on Disability Research (ICDR)
Mission - Promote a cohesive, strategic Federal program of disability and rehabilitation research by brokering partnerships and facilitating coordination among Federal departments, offices...
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Association for Higher Education and Disability (AHEAD)
AHEAD is a professional membership organization for individuals involved in the development of policy and in the provision of quality services to meet the needs of persons with disabilities...
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DelAWARE DisABILITIES HUB
DelAWARE DisABILITIES HUB, provides resources for youth and young adults with special needs and disabilities during the transition years to help them reach their full potential....
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disABILITY LINK - Decatur, GA
MISSION STATEMENT “disABILITY LINK is an organization led by and for people with disabilities and promotes choice and full participation in community life.”...
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disAbility Connections - Jackson, MI
disAbility Connections has been an integral part of Jackson since 1925 and now also serves Hillsdale and Lenawee Counties. ...
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Advisory Committee on Increasing Competitive Integrated Employment for Individuals with Disabilities
Advisory Committee on Increasing Competitive Integrated Employment for Individuals with Disabilities ________________________________________________________________ 1/5/2015...
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Accessible Sidewalks 2: Pedestrians with Ambulatory Impairments
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Georgia Council on Developmental Disabilities (GCDD)
Real Communities provides cutting edge, intentionally inclusive activities throughout the State with a focus on projects that create opportunities for all people - with and without disabilities...
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Latin American Network of Non Governmental Organizations of Persons with Disabilities and their Families (RIADIS)
RIADIS is the Latin American Network of non Governmental Organizations of Persons with Disabilities and their Families....
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The Americans with Disabilities Act Comprehensive Civil Rights Legislation
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was signed into law on July 26, 1990, by President George H.W. Bush....
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Chapter 6: Assisting Air Travelers with Disabilities with Their Complaints
Recording, Categorizing, and Reporting Written Disability-related Complaints Received by Carriers...
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Trends in Employment Outcomes of Young Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, 2006–2013
Institute for Community Inclusion, University of Massachusetts Boston October 2015 This report summarizes the employment and economic outcomes for young adults with intellectual disabilities...
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Access to Health Care for People with Disabilities
Ethics Matters: A publication of the Donnelley Family Disability Ethics Program Access to Health Care for People with Disabilities © Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago 2009....
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American Association on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (AAIDD)
Since 1876, the American Association on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (AAIDD) has been providing worldwide leadership in the field of intellectual and developmental disabilities...
