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Disability laws that apply to air travel The Air Carrier Access Act (ACAA) prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities when dealing with commercial airlines.  The ACAA covers: the airline,  the services it provides, and  the airplane itself.  The ACAA also applies to all flights to, from, or within the United States. The Americans with Disabilities...

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. This page is about the ADA definition of the word disability. What is a disability (according to the Americans with Disabilities Act)? You have a disability if it is...

There are no certification or registration requirements for service animals. They are not required to be certified or go through a professional training program. They are also not required to wear a vest or other ID that indicates they’re a service dog. Learn more about what the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) says about service...

Students with disabilities have rights in school, but those rights can depend on many things: Is the student’s disability affecting their grades or ability to learn? Is the student attending a public or private school?  Is the student in grades kindergarten through high school? Or are they in college? Does the school receive federal funding?...

Meet the team of the Pacific ADA Center!  We're here to help provide information, training and resources on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

If you are a person with a disability, you have rights when you receive health services and treatment. Types of medical providers covered Hospitals Doctor’s office Nursing Home Dentist Chiropractor Psychologist/Psychiatrist Counselor/Therapist Therapy clinics Pharmacy Insurance companies Your rights You have the right to visit your medical provider in an accessible facility. Examples: Doors wide...

People with disabilities often do not have the same access to healthcare and quality of services as those without disabilities. The Center for Disease Control says that people with disabilities are more likely than people without disabilities to report: Poorer overall health Less access to healthcare If you are a provider, you need to follow...

Are you a government agency or an emergency planner who works under one? Are you part of an emergency response team or a staff member for an emergency shelter? If so, it is important to know your responsibilities under the Americans with Disabilities (ADA) to make sure people with disabilities are included in your emergency...

What is a service animal A service animal is a dog or miniature horse trained to help you do something that is hard for you to do. If the animal is a dog, it can be any breed and any size.  An animal that makes you feel better but does not do a task, is...

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a law that protects people with disabilities against discrimination. The law covers employment and the workplace, including: Hiring Firing Training Pay Promotions Benefits Leave Learn about what a disability is (according to the ADA) and see examples of disabilities Job rights You have the right to ask for...

ADA employment rights for people with disabilities and the responsibilities of employers

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is the main federal law in the United States that protects people with disabilities against discrimination. It ensures fairness in employment, government services, and public places. There are many other laws that protect the rights of individuals with disabilities. Check out a summary of some key disability rights laws...

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a law that protects people with disabilities against discrimination. It ensures fairness in employment, government services, and public places. Who is protected The ADA applies to visible disabilities like difficulty with movement, as well as invisible disabilities like autism or diabetes. The ADA considers you to have a...

Have you thought about everything you would need in case of an emergency? It is important to prepare ahead of time so you can stay safe when: Your power goes out Your water supply is turned off You need to evacuate or leave your home quickly You can’t get to a drug store for medication...

During a disaster or emergency, people with disabilities often have more things to think about to plan for their needs. They may need to find a shelter that is accessible or bring batteries or chargers for communication devices and assistive technology. It may be harder for them to evacuate. Planning ahead saves lives. If you...

The Pacific ADA Center offers many trainings throughout the year. We also share trainings from our partners that may be helpful to you. You can find all training events on our Events page .  You can also visit the pages below for information about specific trainings.