Information and training on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Call us at 1-800-949-4232 (Voice/Relay) or email info@adapacific.org for assistance.
Si está ubicado en California, Arizona, Nevada, Hawái o en el Pacific Basin, llame o envía un correo electrónico al Pacific ADA Center para entender sus derechos bajo la Ley para Personas con Discapacidades, conocida como la ADA: adapacific.org#PacificADACenter
What is the difference between a reasonable accommodation and a reasonable modification under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)? Check out these fact sheets from the ADA National Network!
English: adapacific.org/the-differenc…
Spanish: adata.org/factsheet/differen…
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Join the Pacific ADA Center for Effective Communication under the ADA: A Deeper Dive.
Presenters will discuss effective communication requirements under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Register: adapacific.org/event/lunch-a…
ALT Lunch & Learn free webinar on Effective Communication by Pat Swartz and Savannah Bradley from Pacific ADA Center on July 14, 2026, at noon PT.
We are inviting women with disabilities and chronic health conditions to complete a short survey about screening, accessibility, and communication with providers.
The survey closes on June 26, 2026.
Take the survey here: surveymonkey.com/r/Community…
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We are one week away from our Digital Accessibility Foundations Training!
Register for our upcoming Digital Accessibility Foundations Training on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 Noon PT. Registration is free!
Register today: web.cvent.com/event/49321c97…
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Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month raises awareness about Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia.
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) helps protect the rights of people with cognitive disabilities in employment, government programs, and public accommodations.
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Join us on June 25, 2026, from 11:30 AM to 1 PM (PT) for the ADA National Network (ADANN) Learning Session: Operationalizing Accessibility in Healthcare- Implementation Guidance for Healthcare Organizations.
Learn more and sign up for the webinar here: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi…
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Have a question about your rights or responsibilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)? The Pacific ADA Center provides free, confidential technical assistance to individuals across the Pacific region.
Submit your question here: adapacific.org/ask-us/
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June is post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) Awareness Month.
PTSD affects many people's daily lives, including veterans, survivors of violence, first responders, and people who have experienced trauma in medical, institutional, or community settings.
#PTSDAwarenessMonth
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Understanding asthma and allergies helps reduce risk and improve health.
Learning to identify triggers, manage symptoms, and respond to emergencies can save lives. Education also helps create safer, accessible environments for everyone.
Share resources: aafa.org/wp-content/uploads/…
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Today our offices and Technical Assistance (TA) line are closed today May 25, 2026 in honor of Memorial Day. Our offices will re-open tomorrow, May 26, 2026.
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Today marks the 15th annual Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD)!
This day is about fostering conversations and reflecting on how we can create more inclusive spaces for people with disabilities around the world.
Learn more about GAAD here: accessibility.day/
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Older Americans Month takes place each May.
Led by the Administration for Community Living (ACL), this month highlights the role older adults play in our communities and the importance of supporting health and independence.
Learn more here: acl.gov/oam
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This month is National Mobility Awareness Month. The Americans with Disabilities Act requires accessible public transportation and more.
Have questions about your rights under the ADA? Contact our Technical Assistance line.
Learn more: ow.ly/gt2950YVjfr
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Our Director, Jerri Davison, was recently interviewed by ABILITY Magazine to discuss the work of the Pacific ADA Center and the ongoing importance of Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) education and accessibility.
Read the full article here: abilitymagazine.com/the-paci…
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Asthma and severe allergies can require modifications.
Under the American with Disabilities Act (ADA), people may have the right to changes like improved air quality, fragrance-free environments, flexible schedules, or safe food policies.
Learn more: aafa.org
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May is Arthritis Awareness Month.
Arthritis is the leading cause of disability in the United States. It affects nearly 60 million adults and children.
Learn more and find resources from the Arthritis Foundation: arthritis.org#ArthritisAwarenessMonth
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Pacific ADA Center staff presented 3 sessions at the Virtual National ADA Symposium, hosted by the Great Plains ADA Center, covering plain language, digital accessibility, and emergency preparedness.
Thank you to everyone who joined us!
#Symposium2026
Join us for our first Lunch and Learn Webinar of 2026 on Voting rights happening next week, on May 12, 2026 at 12:00PM PT.
Learn more and register for this free webinar here: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi…
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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May is National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month.
Asthma and allergies can be disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) when they limit major life activities.
Learn more from the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America: aafa.org
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