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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,...

Pacific ADA Center conferences allow attendees to hear from experts on a wide range of ADA-related topics and to connect with their peers. Next Conference Beyond Compliance: Equity, Access, and the ADA! Virtual Conference 2025 Registration is opening soon and sponsorship opportunities will be available. Dates March 11 - 12, 2025 Time 10:00 AM -...

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....

People with disabilities have rights that protect them from discrimination in housing. If you are a landlord, you are responsible for complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act and other housing laws. Laws protecting people with disabilities in housing Several laws protect people with disabilities from discrimination in housing. Fair Housing Act The Fair Housing...

In general, people with disabilities have the right to access every part of their communities. The facility accessibility requirements can be complicated, because they depend on factors like: Whether the facility is housing  When the facility was built Whether the facility is private or government-owned What accessibility changes are possible and required People with disabilities...

Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) applies to state and local governments. The law requires their buildings and facilities be accessible and usable by people with disabilities. If you are a business or nonprofit, you need to follow the rules for Title III.  Buildings are structures with walls and floors. Facilities are...

Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) applies to businesses and nonprofits who provide goods or services to the public. The law requires their buildings and facilities be accessible and usable by people with disabilities. Buildings are structures with walls and floors. Facilities are places like parking lots, parks, and recreation areas. We...

If you own or manage a building or facility, or if you are a housing developer or provider, you need to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) so people with disabilities can access and use it. Buildings are structures with walls and floors. Facilities are places like parking lots, parks, and recreation areas. ...

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal civil rights law. The law does not allow discrimination against people with disabilities.  Healthcare organizations that provide services to the public have responsibilities under the ADA. They must provide full and equal access for people with disabilities.  Responsibilities and what they mean Healthcare organizations must provide: ...

Communication doesn't work if it's not accessible to the person receiving it. Learn: How to make sure your information is accessible What the ADA requires for business and government communication Examples of technology people with disabilities may use What people with disabilities should know about their communication rights What a disability is (according to the...