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Northwest ADA Center (Region 10 - WA, OR, AK, ID) @northwestada.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Are service animals required to be certified? No. There is no federally recognized ADA certification or registration requirement for service animals. Learn more about service animals and the ADA: nwadacenter.org/factsheets/s...

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Service Animals: Frequently Asked Questions – Northwest ADA Center

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Northwest ADA Center (Region 10 - WA, OR, AK, ID) @northwestada.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Have a question about the ADA? The Northwest ADA Center provides information, guidance, and training on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to people throughout Alaska, Idaho, Oregon, and Washington. Call 1-800-949-4232 or email us questions at nwadactr@uw.edu to speak with our team!

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Northwest ADA Center (Region 10 - WA, OR, AK, ID) @northwestada.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

Did you know the ADA Participation Action Research Consortium (ADA PARC) is performing a multiregional strategic gap analyses across three primary participation areas: community living, community participation, and the workplace? adaparc.shinyapps.io/ADA_PARC/

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Great Plains ADA Center @greatplainsada.bsky.social · 14/06/2026

It's also important to design spaces with access and universal design in mind!

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Northwest ADA Center (Region 10 - WA, OR, AK, ID) @northwestada.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

The EEOC recently settled a discrimination complaint with Massachusetts Dunkin Donuts franchisees that used "100% healed" policies when employees returned to work. Read more about the settlement and the requirement to implement effective workplace accommodations. www.eeoc.gov/newsroom/dun...

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Dunkin’ Donuts Franchisees to Pay $250,000 in EEOC Disability Discrimination Suit

BOSTON – The Daly/Kenney

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ADA National Network @adata.org · 10/06/2026

This is a reminder that the ADA National Network is not an enforcement agency for the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you have questions about the ADA or need help with your next steps, connect with one of our regional Centers here: adata.org/find-your-region #ADANetwork #ADA #PwD

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Rocky Mountain ADA Center @rockymountainada.adata.org · 10/06/2026

(1/2) We are pleased to share that Emily Shuman has authored a feature for ABILITY Magazine in recognition of the 36th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Explore the article to gain valuable insights into the ADA’s history and the significant contributions -

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Northwest ADA Center (Region 10 - WA, OR, AK, ID) @northwestada.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

Have you wondered about some of the questions we answer on the national ADA hotline? Read about some success stories, including a recent call from an architect curious about handrails and skateboarding deterrents. adata.org/short-succes...

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Short Success Stories | ADA National Network

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Northwest ADA Center (Region 10 - WA, OR, AK, ID) @northwestada.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

Are you an employer looking for practical tips, advice, and guidelines for employing people with disabilities? Explore Disability@Work for effective strategies from the Employer Assistance and Resource Network. askearn.org/page/disabil...

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Disability@Work: A Framework for Employing People with Disabilities

Explore strategies for effectively employing people with disabilities.

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Mid-Atlantic ADA Center @midatlanticada.adata.org · 02/06/2026

The U.S. Department of Labor updated its Secure Your Financial Future toolkit - financial planning resources for disabled workers and support networks, including guidance on ABLE accounts, benefits, budgeting, and employment transitions. www.dol.gov/newsroom/releases/odep/… #ADA

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Northwest ADA Center (Region 10 - WA, OR, AK, ID) @northwestada.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

Many employers aren’t sure where to start when creating a plan to meet the needs of people with disabilities. The Employer Assistance and Resource Network on Disability has some helpful ideas. askearn.org/page/disabil...

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Disability Employment in the Workplace: Why It Matters

Learn about the importance of considering people with disabilities to be part of your company’s workforce.

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Northwest ADA Center (Region 10 - WA, OR, AK, ID) @northwestada.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

Are you a business looking for a practical guide to reasonable accommodation under the ADA? The Job Accommodation Network has helpful tips on topics such as the initial job posting, interviewing, and processing accommodation requests. askjan.org/publications...

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Employers' Practical Guide to Reasonable Accommodation Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

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Northwest ADA Center (Region 10 - WA, OR, AK, ID) @northwestada.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

Many people benefit from emotional support animals, but under the ADA and related laws they are not classified as service animals. Learn more about the differences between service animals and emotional support animals from the ADA National Network. adata.org/guide/servic...

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Service Animals and Emotional Support Animals | ADA National Network

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Northwest ADA Center (Region 10 - WA, OR, AK, ID) @northwestada.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

It’s estimated that more than 60 million people in the U.S. provide caregiving support for those with chronic, disabling, or serious health conditions, a 50% increase since 2015. Learn how the ADA is important to caregivers and the people needing their assistance. adata.org/factsheet/ad...

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The ADA and Caregivers: Frequently Asked Questions | ADA National Network

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Mid-Atlantic ADA Center @midatlanticada.adata.org · 25/05/2026

A 5-year Gallaudet effort to improve cancer prevention for ASL users is wrapping up, with continued work focused on expanding accessible, language-inclusive care. gallaudet.edu/deafhealth/as-major-c… #ADA #HealthEquity

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Northeast ADA Center @northeastada.adata.org · 20/05/2026

Will you be having a picnic this weekend?! If you have questions about the Americans with Disabilities Act, contact us at 800-949-4232

Group of friends around a picnic table. Will you be having a picnic this weekend?!
"Accessible Picnic Tables"
Remember that 5%, or at least one table, must be accessible. Which means:
Located on an accessible route with at least 36 inches of clearance surrounding the table.
Table height is between 28 and 34 inches above the ground.
Sufficient space to comfortably sit at the table. Provide knee clearance at least 30 inches wide with 27 inches of clearance underneath the table. Toe clearance must be at least 9 inches high and 17 inches deep.
If you have questions about the Americans with Disabilities Act, contact us at 800-949-4232

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Northwest ADA Center (Region 10 - WA, OR, AK, ID) @northwestada.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

Did you know the DOJ created a webinar to help explain the Title II digital accessibility rule? Learn more about the requirements and some exceptions for digital content. youtu.be/hkhIGSvJC2o?...

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Webinar: Americans with Disabilities Act Title II Web & Mobile Application Accessibility Rule

YouTube video by The Justice Department

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Northeast ADA Center @northeastada.adata.org · 14/05/2026

The ADA applies to both public and private ground transportation providers. For more information on accessible ground transportation, visit the fact sheet below from the @adata.org, or contact us for more information at 1-800-949-4232. #AccessibleTransportation #ADA adata.org/factsheet/AD...

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Southeast ADA Center @southeastada.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

Announcing Project PINE: Promoting Inclusion in Natural Environments We are pleased to announce that the Southeast ADA Center will partner to conduct a comprehensive accessibility assessment More bbi.syr.edu/.../announci.... @NEEFusa and @Toyota #NEEFGrants #publiclands #accessibility See less

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Northwest ADA Center (Region 10 - WA, OR, AK, ID) @northwestada.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

There's still considerable confusion about service animals, as we receive a lot of questions about them on the TA Hotline (800-949-4232). Did you know the ADA National Network has a centralized resource that can answer most, if not all, of your service animal questions? adata.org/service-anim...

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Service Animal Resource Hub | ADA National Network

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Northwest ADA Center (Region 10 - WA, OR, AK, ID) @northwestada.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

Do you have questions about the Americans with Disabilities Act? Businesses, state and local government agencies, and people with disabilities often reach out for confidential assistance about the ADA. Call or email, your regional ADA Center is ready to provide guidance. adata.org/technical-as...

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Ask ADA Questions | ADA National Network

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Great Plains ADA Center @greatplainsada.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

Upcoming learning opportunity with our friends at the Great Lakes ADA Center - check out their next ADA Legal webinar about timeliness for employer response to reasonable accommodation requests #DisabilityEmployment #ReasonableAccommodations

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Northwest ADA Center (Region 10 - WA, OR, AK, ID) @northwestada.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

Are you an architect or design professional? Did you know the ADA National Network has helpful and relevant resources organized for you such as upcoming trainings, fact sheets, and guides? adata.org/audience/arc...

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Architects/Contractors | ADA National Network

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ADA National Network @adata.org · 11/05/2026

"A group of federal lawmakers if pushing to establish a first-ever national hotline for caregivers of those with developmental disabilities." Read the latest from @disabilityscoop.bsky.social here: www.disabilityscoop.com/2026/05/08/n... #Caregivers #IDD #Disability

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National Hotline For IDD Caregivers Proposed

A group of federal lawmakers if pushing to establish a first-ever national hotline for caregivers of those with developmental disabilities.

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Northwest ADA Center (Region 10 - WA, OR, AK, ID) @northwestada.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

If you've applied for a job, you may have been asked to self-identify whether you have a disability. Learn more about disclosure under Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the goals to recruit, hire, and accommodate people with disabilities in the workplace. adata.org/factsheet/se...

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Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act Rules | ADA National Network

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Northwest ADA Center (Region 10 - WA, OR, AK, ID) @northwestada.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

Did you know that the Americans with Disabilities Act is one of several laws impacting the rights of students with disabilities attending colleges and universities? Learn more about the ADA, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, and the Fair Housing Act. adata.org/factsheet/po...

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Postsecondary Institutions and Students With Disabilities | ADA National Network

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Great Plains ADA Center @greatplainsada.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

Today kicks off #NationalNursesWeek. If you're a nurse working with a disability, be sure to check out this helpful resource for practical #ReasonableAccommodations ideas - askjan.org/topics/Nurse... #DisabilityEmployment

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Northwest ADA Center (Region 10 - WA, OR, AK, ID) @northwestada.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

People sometimes ask us how does the ADA help people with disabilities. Is it something they must sign up for? As a civil rights protection, it’s something you have as a right under the law. adata.org/factsheet/wh...

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What Is the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA)? | ADA National Network

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Pacific ADA Center @pacificada.adata.org · 05/05/2026

Observed each year, #WorldAsthmaDay brings attention to the barriers people with asthma and allergies can face in everyday life, from exposure to environmental triggers to challenges accessing safe, healthy spaces.

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National Rehabilitation Information Center (NARIC) @naricinfo.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

The NIDILRR-funded RRTC on Improving Employment Outcomes for Individuals with Psychiatric Disabilities will host a webinar, Supporting the Young Adult Peer Support Workforce: Insights from a Survey Study, 5/14. loom.ly/Hp16DrI Registration is free and required.

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Northwest ADA Center (Region 10 - WA, OR, AK, ID) @northwestada.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

Do you ever wonder about the disability rights cases that the Department of Justice litigates? The Civil Rights Division provides updates on different activities, including settlement agreements and DOJ filings. www.justice.gov/crt/disabili...

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Disability Rights Cases

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Northwest ADA Center (Region 10 - WA, OR, AK, ID) @northwestada.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

Did you know that guide dogs are service animals under the ADA, but not all service animals are guide dogs? Guide dogs help people who are blind or with visual impairments navigate the spaces around them. adata.org/legal_brief/...

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Individuals With Disabilities and Their Assistance Animals: A Brief History and Definitions | ADA National Network

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Northwest ADA Center (Region 10 - WA, OR, AK, ID) @northwestada.bsky.social · 28/04/2026

The ADA National Network often receives calls seeking guidance and information about neurodiversity in the workplace. The Employer Assistance and Resource Network's Learning Center provides a wealth of helpful information to improve understanding and growth. askearn.org/page/neurodi...

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Neurodiversity in the Workplace

Neurodivergent workers bring many skills and talents to the workplace. Learn more in this toolkit.

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Northwest ADA Center (Region 10 - WA, OR, AK, ID) @northwestada.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

Many understand Parkinson’s may manifest with tremors, as it affects the nervous system it can create mobility difficulties, cognitive changes, speech issues, and non-motor symptoms like dementia. Considering workplace accommodations requires understanding the individual. askjan.org/disabilities...

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Parkinson's Disease

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Northeast ADA Center @northeastada.adata.org · 23/04/2026

Jennifer Perry and Joe Zesski from the Northeast ADA Center joined the Middlesex County NJ Partners in Accessibility: ADA Coordinators and Libraries Working Together meeting yesterday, and presented on Title II Web Accessibility Regulations and Service Animals.

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Northwest ADA Center (Region 10 - WA, OR, AK, ID) @northwestada.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

Are you looking for information about testing, remediating, and converting PDF documents to improve accessibility? The General Services Administration provides helpful (and free) online training videos. www.section508.gov/training/pdf...

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In Module&colon; 0 of How to Test and Remediate PDFs for Accessibility Using Adobe Acrobat DC video series, learn about the Accessible Electronic Document Community of Practice (AED CoP) and the topic...

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ADA National Network @adata.org · 22/04/2026

"Before the [Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)] was passed, the world outside wasn't very welcoming." - David Fowler, Paralyzed Veterans of America #WednesdayWisdom #PVA #ParalyzedVeteransOfAmericaMonth

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Northwest ADA Center (Region 10 - WA, OR, AK, ID) @northwestada.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

The ADA National Network includes ten regions spanning the country providing individualized, local support for understanding the various ADA provisions. If you have questions or need additional guidance, connect with your regional ADA Center for more information. adata.org/find-your-re...

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Contact Your Region/ADA Center | ADA National Network

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Northwest ADA Center (Region 10 - WA, OR, AK, ID) @northwestada.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

The National ADA Hotline, available at 800-949-4232, will frequently receive calls about how the ADA applies to the autistic community. Very often technical assistance specialists will share information about workplace protections under Title I. adata.org/legal_brief/...

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Individuals With Autism Spectrum Disorder and Employment: Application of the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) Title I Standards | ADA National Network

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Northeast ADA Center @northeastada.adata.org · 15/04/2026

Today we celebrate National ASL Day—A reminder that language goes beyond words, American Sign Language is rich, expressive, and an essential part of Deaf culture and community. 🤟 #ASL #NationalASLDay 🫶

National ASL day - drawings of hands forming the letters a, s, l in sign language. April 15.

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Northwest ADA Center (Region 10 - WA, OR, AK, ID) @northwestada.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

Did you know recreational facilities and the services, programs, and activities offered by public entities and private businesses therein need to be accessible? Learn more about the guidelines and barrier removal obligations below. gpadacenter.org/topics/recre...

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Recreation

Recreation Facilities Compliance Responsibilities Recreation facilities, services, programs, and activities offered by both public entities (state and local government) and private businesses are requ...

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Northwest ADA Center (Region 10 - WA, OR, AK, ID) @northwestada.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

The DOJ Title II rule on digital accessibility deadline is approaching, but Title III public accommodations have obligations to remove barriers and effectively communicate too. Consider some best practices to ensure your organization is addressing digital accessibility. askearn.org/publication/...

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Supporting Digital Accessibility in the Public and Private Sectors

Explore strategies that have been identified by research as promising practices to help ensure digital accessibility in organizations.

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Mid-Atlantic ADA Center @midatlanticada.adata.org · 09/04/2026

*Parents with Physical Disabilities and Their Parenting Experiences* highlights ongoing barriers, including stigma, inaccessible supports, and gaps in services, while emphasizing the need for more accessible, person-centered resources. loom.ly/jua0l7g #ADA #ParentingWithDisabilities

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Northwest ADA Center (Region 10 - WA, OR, AK, ID) @northwestada.bsky.social · 08/04/2026

Title I of the ADA and related state laws encourage businesses to provide employment opportunities for people with disabilities. The Employer Assistance and Resource Network has some recommendations to ensure your organization is creating an accessible workplace. askearn.org/publication/...

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Creating an Accessible Workplace: The Role of Accommodations (Learning Guide)

Learn about the important role accommodations play in creating supportive workplaces.

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Northwest ADA Center (Region 10 - WA, OR, AK, ID) @northwestada.bsky.social · 06/04/2026

An analysis of EEOC workplace discrimination experiences for those with missing limbs pointed to the importance of ADA protections in the hiring, promotion, and job training process. The Job Accommodation Network has some helpful ideas to ensure employment opportunities. askjan.org/disabilities...

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Amputation

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Great Plains ADA Center @greatplainsada.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

Looking for #AutismAcceptance Month materials to share with the children in your life! Sesame Street in Communities has you covered with this great collection of Autism-related resources for the whole family! sesameworkshop.org/topics/autism/

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Autism - Sesame Workshop

Discover our collection of free, bilingual autism resources designed for families, providers, and teachers to support children's relationships and enhance their understanding of autism.

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Great Plains ADA Center @greatplainsada.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

Cool article from @teenvogue.com about the Olympic Villages in Italy and the intentional #Accessibility features. Thanks for sharing @blindnewworld.bsky.social!

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