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Choosing the Right Assistive Technology by Leyna Bencomo, MA ILT

Without a proper objective assistive technology assessment, many students are not able to successfully function on a college level no matter how many accommodations they are granted.
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Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month

March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month (DDAM), a national event that aims to raise awareness about the importance of inclusion of people with developmental disabilities.
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Recognizing Black Disability Rights Activists During Black History Month

The month of February honors the central role in U.S. History and contributions of Black Americans.
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A-W-K-W-A-R-D!

Be sure to know what is and isn’t appropriate to ask.
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I have a service animal. What documentation do I need?

Service animal provisions differ under Title I and Titles II and III of the ADA. It’s important to know when, under the ADA, others can ask you for documentation and when they cannot.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the ADA in Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions about ADA in Healthcare Settings
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Creating Opportunities for Adapted, Modified or Accommodated Mindfulness, Meditation and Yoga Practices

As more research is done on the benefits of mindfulness practices, meditation and yoga, more studies are being focused on the benefits specifically for individuals with disabilities.
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Accessibility Practices for Arts and Cultural Entities

There are many practices arts and cultural entities can implement to include their patrons with disabilities and ensure their services are enjoyed by all.
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February is American Heart Month.

Because of Valentine’s Day, there is much emphasis on emotions during the month of February. February brings to mind thoughts of love, affection, candy, and lots of depictions of lovely hearts. Just as love is complicated, so is the physical heart.
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Evaluating Limitations

I discuss a new-to-new concept called the Social Model of Disability and how I interpret that to affect people with disabilities in the constructed world and world within the self.