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Northwest ADA Center (Region 10 - WA, OR, AK, ID)
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We provide information and training about the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Our mission is to ensure the public has the resources they need to understand the spirit and guidelines of the ADA, promoting equal opportunity and accessibility for all.
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Northwest ADA Center (Region 10 - WA, OR, AK, ID) @northwestada.bsky.social · Jun 23
The Northwest ADA Center provides current and informative trainings on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) for groups large and small, virtually or at your physical location. Check out our offerings at the link below!
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Training | ADANW
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Under Title II, a public entity with 50 or more employees needs at least one “responsible employee” to coordinate ADA compliance. There are training certification programs that provide knowledge and skills for this role. Learn more from the Great Plains ADA Center.

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ADA Coordinator Training Certification Program
Join the 3000+ members of this unique program designed to meet the training and professional needs of ADA Coordinators. The ADA Coordinator Training Certification Program (ACTCP) certification verifie...
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November 14, 2025 at 5:36 PM
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Did you know that perceptions about disability and people with disabilities have changed significantly over time? Different viewpoints can have various impacts on our laws and communities. Learn more from the Northeast ADA Center article linked below.

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November 13, 2025 at 4:39 PM
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New resource alert! Be sure to check out the helpful suite of resources from UNICEF to support applicants and employees who are neurodiverse.

www.unicef.org/careers/unic...
#DisabilityEmployment
UNICEF Nurturing Neurodivergent Talent in an Inclusive Workplace
Disability inclusion starts with you, with me, with all of us!
www.unicef.org
November 11, 2025 at 6:50 PM
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If you’re a veteran returning to a civilian job with questions about your employment rights, check out the EEOC guide created to help veterans understand their rights under the ADA. Follow up with the ADA National Hotline if you have additional questions. 800-949-4232.

www.eeoc.gov/publications...
Veterans
Brochure - Veterans Guide for Veterans
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November 12, 2025 at 5:04 PM
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The University of Kansas Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center (KU ADRC) created a mobile app, available on Android and iOS, to help dementia caregivers manage challenging behaviors. The app provides tips to cope and guidance to navigate caregiving.

www.nia.nih.gov/research/alz...
Dementia CareAssist App
The University of Kansas Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center offers a mobile phone application to support dementia caregivers with challenging behaviors.
www.nia.nih.gov
November 10, 2025 at 5:48 PM
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Did you know that November is #NationalAdoptionMonth? Expand your understanding about adoption by attending our webinar about disabled adoptive parents and their experiences growing their families through adoption.

Register now: brandeis.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

#DisabledParents #Adoption
November 6, 2025 at 4:52 PM
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If you’ve asked for disability-related accommodation in your workplace, your employer may have asked for medical documentation. How much information can an employer request? Check out the ADA KT Center’s legal brief for some guidance about medical inquiries.

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Legal Brief: Revisiting Disability-Related-Inquiries and Medical Examinations Under Title I of the ADA | ADA National Network
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November 7, 2025 at 5:14 PM
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How important is an organization’s workplace culture, the values, practices, and written and unwritten rules of how a group functions, in fulfilling the ADA’s promise of equal opportunity and access? Learn more from the ADA Knowledge Translation Center research brief.

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Research Brief: Workplace Culture and the ADA | ADA National Network
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November 6, 2025 at 4:14 PM
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Did you know that parents with disabilities, often contending with the perception they're unable to care for their children, are at a higher risk of being referred to child welfare services? Learn more about the ADA requirements for the courts and child welfare agencies.

adata.org/factsheet/ch...
Parents With Disabilities in Child Welfare Agencies and Courts | ADA National Network
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November 5, 2025 at 5:15 PM
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Election Day is Tuesday, November 4th 🗳️

For more information on voting rights, go to: www.northeastada.org/resources?q=...
#ADA #VotingRights #Vote
What does the Americans with Disabilities Act say about voting? Title II of the ADA requires state and local governments to make their programs Accessible to people with disabilities through physical access and reasonable modifications. They must also provide auxiliary aids and services. People in line to vote. Northeast ADA Center logo
November 3, 2025 at 10:13 PM
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Digital Accessibility Tip: Avoid “Click Here” Links

✅ Good: “Download the ADA fact sheet”
🚫 Not: “Click here”

Descriptive links help people using screen readers or keyboard navigation understand where the link goes.

#ADA #DigitalAccessibility #AccessibilityTipTuesday
Digital Accessibility Tip Keyboard keys with blue accessibility icons for wheelchair, hearing, and visual impairments highlighting digital accessibility tips.
November 4, 2025 at 4:19 PM
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Does the ADA apply to private membership clubs? It depends! Learn more about the definition of private club under Title III and when temporary events open to the public can require compliance with ADA regulations.

adata.org/factsheet/pr...
Private Clubs Under the Americans With Disabilities Act | ADA National Network
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November 4, 2025 at 4:45 PM
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November is National Family Caregivers Month recognizing and honoring the important work of providing care and support to family members with disabilities. Learn more about how the ADA is relevant to caregivers and people with disabilities who need their assistance.

adata.org/factsheet/ad...
The ADA and Caregivers: Frequently Asked Questions | ADA National Network
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November 3, 2025 at 8:16 PM
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During November, voters throughout the U.S. will be going to their polling place or voting by absentee ballot. Check out our fact sheet: “Welcoming Voters with Disabilities.” #ADA #VotingAccess #DisabilityRights #AccessibleVoting adasoutheast.org/wp-content/u...
November 3, 2025 at 5:15 PM
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** NEW BLOG POST **

Digital accessibility ensures everyone can access and use online content and tools. These practical steps support inclusion, equity, and compliance while improving usability for all.

https://rockymountainada.org/news/blog/start-simple-accessibility-practices-make-big-impact
Start Simple: Accessibility Practices That Make a Big Impact
Digital accessibility ensures everyone can access and use online content and tools. These simple, practical steps support inclusion, equity, and compliance while improving usability for all.
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October 30, 2025 at 7:30 PM
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Centers for Independent Living (CILs) are a valuable community resource providing skills training, advocacy, housing assistance, and resources for people with disabilities to live independently and thrive within their communities. Use the link below to find a CIL near you.

ncil.org/about/find-y...
List of Centers for Independent Living - National Council on Independent Living
List of Centers for Independent Living Use the map below to find your Center for Independent Living (CIL) or Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC). You may filter the data by...
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October 31, 2025 at 4:22 PM
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Both public and private colleges and universities have obligations under the ADA to ensure students with disabilities have equal access to their programs and services. Learn more from the guide linked below.

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What are a public or private college-university's responsibilities to students with disabilities? | ADA National Network
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October 30, 2025 at 4:31 PM
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🎃 Halloween is on Friday!
Remember to keep pathways clear! 🎃
Little girl holding jack-o-lantern bucket trick or treating in front of a house using a wheelchair. Trick or Treating: Accessible Walkways Trick or Treating should be fun for all - so keep your pathways clear. A clear path that is at least 36 inches wide greatly increases access for people with disabilities. Decorations and plantings should not protrude into travel routes. Ensure adequate lighting to reduce the risk of falls. If you have any questions about the Americans with Disabilities Act, contact us at 1-800-949-4232
October 29, 2025 at 9:02 PM
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Did you know the Air Carrier Access Act is the applicable law protecting people with disabilities in air travel? Read more about the ACAA from the U.S. Department of Transportation and check with your airline before travel if you have accessibility questions.

www.transportation.gov/airconsumer/...
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October 29, 2025 at 4:00 PM
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Finding resources to purchase or obtain assistive devices or home modifications can be arduous. Here are some ideas to find potential funding resources and assistance.

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What funding assistance is available for individuals with disabilities to purchase assistive devices, ramps, etc.? | ADA National Network
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October 28, 2025 at 3:41 PM
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Do you use public transportation? Millions do every day. Did you know the ADA requires providers to take steps addressing accessibility, including a process to request reasonable modifications? Learn more about applicable laws and accessible public transportation below.

adata.org/factsheet/AD...
Reasonable Modifications to Policy, Practice & Procedure in Public Transportation | ADA National Network
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October 27, 2025 at 6:39 PM
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The ADA National Network is open and taking calls and emails to answer your questions about the ADA! We are here to provide information, training, and guidance on the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact us via phone at 1-800-949-4232 or email at https://adata.org/email.
"Yes! We're OPEN" in red and white text on a black sign.
October 27, 2025 at 12:01 PM
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We were proud to represent the ADA National Network at the 2025 Association of Programs for Rural Independent Living conference in Portland. A beautiful weekend with many passionate and creative practitioners and advocates addressing the different needs and concerns of people with disabilities.
Kaitlin standing behind table with rainbow patterned Northwest ADA Center vendor table.
October 24, 2025 at 4:24 PM
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Businesses often ask us for guidance about the different barriers preventing people with disabilities from accessing their locations. The ADA requires both readily achievable barrier removal and exploring alternative ways to deliver goods and services. Learn more below.

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When barrier removal is not readily achievable, what kinds of alternative steps are required by the ADA? | ADA National Network
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October 24, 2025 at 3:54 PM
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Did you know there are tax incentives to help small businesses improve accessibility? Learn more from the ADA National Network fact sheet below.

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ADA Quick Tips - Tax Incentives | ADA National Network
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October 23, 2025 at 3:44 PM