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Assistive Technology for Physical Disabilities

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Barriers to Accessible Healthcare and Ways to Overcome Them

WEBSome of the key steps to improve healthcare accessibility include: Make sure that your medical office building is in compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act …

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The History and Evolution of Disability Models

WEBIn the medical model of disability, a lack of function in the body is equal to a reduced quality of life. The disability is viewed as a defect that the medicine must fix (or …

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Are Healthcare Professionals Legally Required to

WEBHealthcare offices are required to provide accommodations. When looking for ADA guidelines on bringing an interpreter, the first place to turn is Title III, …

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How Technology is Improving Healthcare for People with Disabilities

WEBAdvances in assistive technologies. Assistive technology has come a long way and continues to improve, and these technologies can have a very positive impact …

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A Look at Key Disability Demographics and Statistics

WEBThe U.S. Census shows that the poverty rate for people with disabilities is more than double that of their non-disabled peers, at 28.4% and 12.4% respectively. …

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Understanding Social, Medical, and Cultural Models to

WEBSocial Model. The social model, or the social perspective, views disability as a difference. It considers ableism and a general lack of accessibility as the cause of …

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Lack of Accessibility Can Create Long Term Impact on People with

WEBa physical environment that is not accessible; lack of relevant assistive technology (assistive, adaptive, and rehabilitative devices); negative attitudes of people …

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The Truth About Invisible Disabilities: Statistics, Myths, and Barriers

WEBThe New York Times observed that “people with invisible disabilities who are young or who look healthy are often accused of faking their condition or milking the …

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NADRECA REID v. THISTLE HEALTH, INC.

WEBThistle was founded in 2013 and is headquartered in. 1345 4th St, San Francisco, CA 94158-2201, US. It is in the Food Products industry and the website is …

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Best Adaptive Clothing Brands for Every Body, Style, and Budget

WEBOne-stop shop. JC Penney —A great one-stop-shop for basics, staples, and wardrobe-builders for the whole family featuring a variety of brands and an extensive …

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What are Mobile Crisis Teams

WEBThe Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) defines a mobile crisis team as a team of mental health professionals that are on-call and available to respond to calls for …

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Successful DEI Initiatives Don't Forget the Importance of Mental …

WEBFor that reason, initiatives to root out discrimination, prejudice, and exclusion are a required step in improving mental health for all employees. Ideally, DEI initiatives …

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A Brief History of the Disability Rights Movement in America

WEBFrom pity to power. The passage of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 was an important milestone in the history of the disability rights movement. The Act requires …

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Accommodating Employees with Fragrance Sensitivities

WEBThe Job Accommodation Network identifies three major options for dealing with fragrance sensitivities: Remove the offending fragrance (s) by instituting a workplace policy. In …

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What Impact Will Virtual Reality Have on Social Isolation

WEBThe results of existing studies and experiences show that VR has a lot of potential as a tool for fighting social isolation and facilitating meaningful, engaging …

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Examining the Miami Model to Treat Mental Health: What

WEBPublished May 11, 2022. Twenty-one years after its inception, Miami-Dade County’s Criminal Mental Health Project (CMHP) is still active, helping divert thousands of people …

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How Does the US Prison System Handle People With Disabilities

WEBPrisons must give inmates with disabilities equal access to programs, services and benefits normally provided to inmates without disabilities. One notable exception is when the …

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St. Coletta of Wisconsin, Inc.

WEBTransportation services are provided to all service areas. Established by the Sisters of St. Francis of Assisi-Milwaukee over a century ago, St. Coletta of Wisconsin is a non-profit …

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