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A teletypewriter (TTY) and telecommunications device for the Deaf (TDD) are both types of assistive technology. TTY and TDD are often used to refer to the same type of device.  TTY is more commonly used now, since it isn't limited to Deaf individuals. Teletypewriter (TTY) A teletypewriter, or teletype, is a device that allows for...

We can help you: Understand your responsibilities Support and advocate for people with disabilities Train your staff Explore more topics Ask us Do you have questions about your ADA responsibilities as a nonprofit? Our technical assistant specialists are here to help, Monday to Friday. You can contact us by phone, email, or online form. We...

We can help you: Understand your responsibilities Respond to requests for accommodations Train your staff Explore more topics Ask us Do you have questions about your ADA responsibilities as a government agency? Our technical assistant specialists are here to help, Monday to Friday. You can contact us by phone, email, or online form. We also...

We can help you: Understand your responsibilities Respond to requests for accommodations Train your staff Explore more topics   Learn more about your responsibilities with these ADA overviews by the U.S. Department of Justice : Businesses that are open to the public  A primer for small business Ask us Do you have questions about your...

What is a disability? The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a law that protects people with disabilities against discrimination.  Different laws may have different definitions of the word disability. According to the ADA, you have a disability if it is very difficult or impossible for you to do everyday things like: Hear See Speak Focus...

Our mission The Pacific ADA Center’s mission is to provide resources, training, and support to improve awareness and understanding of the rights and responsibilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).  Our vision A community that values the full and equal participation of people with disabilities Our values Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) We...

Your communication rights If you have a hearing, vision, or speech disability, you have the right to get information in a way you can understand from: Service providers Businesses Landlords or housing providers Government agencies Your employer When you visit or contact an organization, you should be able to: Get information Give information Communicate Services...

People with vision, hearing, and speech disabilities may need to communicate in different ways, such as through an interpreter or materials in large print. The goal for communication under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is to make your organization’s communication with people with hearing, vision, and speech disabilities as equally effective as its communication...

The Pacific ADA Center staff have in-depth knowledge and experience about  the Americans with Disabilities Act and other disability rights laws.  Our training staff has: 2 former disability rights attorneys A Certified ADA Coordinator A Certified Access Specialist Over 60 years of combined disability rights experience We have trained thousands of individuals at the local,...

The Pacific ADA Conferences are a great way to learn lots of useful information while connecting with your peers in the field. In-person Conference Every year we host a 2-day  in-person conference where you’ll learn from experts about various ADA topics.  Save the date for our next conference in 2024: October 2024 Join us in...

Creating accessible documents allows more people to read and understand the information you are sharing. When making accessible documents, you need to think about: Format Content Format As you create your document, think about things that will make it easier to read: Use a sans serif font like Arial, Calibri, Helvetica, or Verdana. Make the...

There are many different technologies and devices that assist people with disabilities in their everyday lives. Assistive technology Assistive technology (AT) is something that people with disabilities use to do day-to-day tasks. It can be a piece of equipment, a software program, or another item to increase a person’s ability to do things independently. Examples...

Businesses, nonprofits, and government agencies need to make their websites accessible so people with disabilities can enjoy the same goods, services, and activities as those without disabilities.  How people with disabilities use your website People with disabilities often use assistive technology to use your website. Here are some examples: People who are blind or have...

Transportation providers need to comply with the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) so people with disabilities can access their services. Learn about what a disability is (according to the ADA). Ask us Do you have questions about service animals? Our technical assistant specialists are here to help, Monday to Friday. You can contact us by...

If you are a landlord, you need to comply with  housing laws that protect people with disabilities.  Key housing responsibilities to know Reasonable accommodations and modifications A reasonable accommodation is a change or exception to a rule or service. This change helps a person with a disability use their apartment or condo and the common areas....