Mid-Atlantic ADA Center

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Join us March 25 | 2–3 p.m. ET for “Funding Accessibility: How Local Grants Help Businesses Meet ADA—and Grow.” We’ll explore real examples of grant-funded accessibility projects.

Register https://loom.ly/BkWMwns

#Accessibility #ADA

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Every person deserves opportunity, access, and the tools to thrive in their own way. Let’s continue building communities that remove barriers and center dignity for all. 💚

#DisabilityAwareness #InclusionMatters #AccessibilityForAll #ADA #MidAtlanticADA

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Health care without insurance can feel overwhelming, but there are options. From community health centers and sliding-scale clinics this guide outlines practical ways to find more affordable care.

Read more:
https://loom.ly/IjCqSCY

#HealthcareAccess #HealthEquity #ADA

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For generations, Deaf communities faced institutional repression through oralism and forced conformity. Today, the call is clear: Sign language rights are human rights.

Read more:
https://loom.ly/A5xNzZU

#DisabilityRights #SignLanguage #LanguageAccess #InclusionMatters #ADA

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A reminder worth carrying with you. Self-worth isn’t granted by systems, labels, or opinions, it’s claimed.

#MondayMotivation #SelfWorth #DisabilityPride #Inclusion

Graphic reads “International Wheelchair Day – Celebrating the independence, resilience, and contributions of wheelchair users everywhere – March 1,” with a photo of a smiling person using a wheelchair and the Mid-Atlantic ADA Center logo.

Wheelchairs represent access, autonomy, and the freedom to move through the world on your own terms. Today we honor the people who use them and continue to advocate for spaces, systems, and communities that truly work for everyone.

#InternationalWheelchairDay #ADA #AccessibilityMatters

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The EEOC has sued Horseshoe Casino and Caesars Entertainment, alleging disability discrimination after an employee requested accommodations and was later terminated. The lawsuit raises concerns about how accommodation requests are handled at work.

https://loom.ly/YHsLzG0

#DisabilityRights #ADA

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Mattel has introduced an autistic Barbie to its inclusive line, developed with the Autistic Self Advocacy Network to reflect how autistic people experience the world. 💖✨

Read more: https://loom.ly/GCVMOB8

#DisabilityRepresentation #AutismAcceptance #Inclusion #Barbie #Neurodiversity

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Now available on demand, this webinar series explores the human experience of Black people with disabilities and their rights under the ADA.

https://loom.ly/qBkBias

#BlackHistoryMonth #ADA

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Walmart will pay $60,000 to settle an EEOC lawsuit after an employee was denied disability accommodations and fired. The case underscores employers’ obligations under the ADA.

https://loom.ly/FKb26IM

#DisabilityRights #ADA #WorkplaceEquity

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Adaptive controllers and creative design are making pinball more accessible, expanding recreation and leisure for disabled players. 🕹️✨

Read more: https://loom.ly/eEICU7k

#Accessibility #InclusiveDesign #AdaptiveTechnology #Pinball #GamingForEveryone

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As part of the Mid-Atlantic ADA Center’s broader research on disability rights and access, this research brief examines how Black people with disabilities find information about the ADA and work to assert their rights under the law.

https://loom.ly/lL4CB3g

#BlackHistoryMonth #ADA #Research

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A large review of medical research found no link between Tylenol use during pregnancy and autism, ADHD, or intellectual disabilities. The findings reinforce existing medical guidance.

https://loom.ly/2wskzL4

#PublicHealth #HealthResearch

2026 Hearing Loss Expo flyer with date, location, and host information

We’re excited to share that Dr. Ann Deschamps, Director of the Mid-Atlantic ADA Center, will be speaking at the 2026 Hearing Loss Expo hosted by the Pennsylvania Office for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (ODHH)!

🔗 Learn more about the Expo and ODHH here:
https://loom.ly/nMRKjQQ

A white graphic with a blue sidebar on the left that reads “ADA FACTS.” In the top right is the Mid-Atlantic ADA Center logo. The main text includes: “MYTH: Technology automatically makes things accessible online.” followed by “FACT: Digital accessibility requires intentional design, testing, and ongoing updates under the ADA.”

Accessibility doesn’t happen by default. Thoughtful design, testing, and ongoing updates are what make digital spaces work for everyone.

#ADAFacts #DigitalAccessibility #DisabilityRights #Inclusion

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When wheelchair users travel, hotel accessibility can make or break the experience. This NPR report highlights the ongoing challenges found when traveling across the U.S.

Read more: https://loom.ly/kHShBEw

#DisabilityRights #AccessibleTravel #Accessibility

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Small acts of kindness can make a lasting impact. As we recognize Random Acts of Kindness Week (February 9–15), let’s lead with empathy, inclusion, and care for one another. 💙🤝

#RandomActsOfKindness #KindnessWeek #InclusionMatters

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The Mid-Atlantic ADA Center’s work explores how disability, race, and access intersect. Resources like the BIPOC Disability History Timeline are part of a broader research effort that centers lived experience, policy, and cross-movement advocacy.

https://loom.ly/lL4CB3g

#BlackHistoryMonth #ADA

A man sitting on a wooden bench outdoors holding a white cane, with a blue side banner reading “ADA RESOURCES.”

Blind writer and podcaster Maxwell Ivey shares practical tips for maintaining independence while navigating daily life with vision loss or blindness.

Read more: https://loom.ly/ZMb2bGE

#Accessibility #IndependentLiving #DisabilityRights

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When Gabrielle Guerrero’s insurer denied coverage for the prosthetic she needed before graduation, the college student pushed back, underscoring the real barriers people face when accessing essential medical equipment.

https://loom.ly/ML8qe9Y

#DisabilityRights #HealthEquity #AccessToCare

A graphic recognizing Low Vision Awareness Month. On the left, a person is shown from the waist down walking outdoors using a white cane. On the right, a white text box reads “LOW VISION AWARENESS MONTH” with smaller text stating, “Highlighting access, understanding, and the diverse ways people with low vision experience the world.” A red label below reads “FEBRUARY.” The Mid-Atlantic ADA Center logo appears in the bottom right corner.

February is Low Vision Awareness Month, a time to increase understanding of low vision, challenge common misconceptions, and share resources that support access and inclusion.

#LowVisionAwareness #Accessibility #DisabilityRights #InclusionMatters

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Accessibility works best when it’s built in, not added later. Apple’s Designed for Students highlights tools like VoiceOver, Live Captions, Magnifier, and Braille support that help students learn and participate more independently.

https://loom.ly/LS0gpDo

#InclusiveEducation #AssistiveTech

A doctor wearing a white lab coat uses both hands to interact with a transparent, futuristic digital health interface displaying charts, vital signs, and medical data overlays. A red banner at the bottom reads “ADA NEWS.”

From remote robotic surgery to a new blood test for Alzheimer’s disease, several major medical breakthroughs are shaping how health care may change in 2026.

https://loom.ly/tIn8U7c

#MedicalInnovation #HealthCare #Science

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The Accessible Pregnancy Action Plan (APAP) helps pregnant people with disabilities identify their needs and plan for pregnancy, labor, delivery, and postpartum care through guided, collaborative conversations.
https://loom.ly/t5Gy458

#ADA #DisabilityRights #PregnancyPlan

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AI hiring tools are facing increased scrutiny as lawsuits allege they can screen out qualified candidates based on protected traits like disability, age, and race. The article raises questions about fairness and accountability in automated hiring.
https://loom.ly/NcwgPUs

#AI #WorkplaceEquity

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Snow and ice can block access for people with disabilities. This resource explains why accessible parking, routes, ramps, and entrances must be kept clear during winter weather and what ADA responsibilities apply.
https://loom.ly/Pr52odY

#ADA #DisabilityRights #InclusionMatters

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Students at Pitt’s 2025 SMART Tech Hackathon built accessible tech solutions that advance inclusion and independence for people with disabilities — celebrating innovation and community impact. Learn more: https://loom.ly/dxyD-NQ

#ADA #InclusionMatters

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Now Available On Demand 📣

The Human Experience of Black People with Disabilities and Their Rights Under the ADA: exploring Disability, Race, and the ADA is now available to watch anytime.

Watch and explore on demand: https://loom.ly/lL4CB3g

#ADA #DisabilityRights #BlackHistoryMonth

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Looking for practical tools to support inclusive communication and accessibility? The Center on Disability shares plain-language guides, learning tools, and assessments focused on access for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
https://loom.ly/WzwHJBU

#ADA #Accessibility

A graphic titled “ADA Facts” with the Mid-Atlantic ADA Center logo. Text reads: “Myth: Businesses can charge a fee for accommodations like ramps or ASL interpreters. Fact: Under the ADA, public entities and businesses cannot charge people for the cost of an accommodation; it is part of providing equal access.”

Did you know this is a common ADA myth?
Under the ADA, businesses cannot charge people for accommodations like ramps or ASL interpreters. Equal access is part of service.

#ADA #DisabilityRights #InclusionMatters