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Access Granted

Access Granted is our blog giving you the latest in ADA news and updates.

If you need in-depth information or training, we offer training programs and resources to help you and your team understand disability rights, giving leaders peace of mind and creating a better workplace for everyone.

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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.

a young straight couple pose for a photo, both with upper limb disabilities. the male holds a heart-shaped lollipop in front of the female's mouth, she is smiling with her eyes and holding a red heart-shaped balloon.
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Evaluating Limitations

Happy New Year! I hope everyone had a good holiday season and had a little time to recharge the life batteries. The end of one year, the beginning of another, is a good time to reflect on the past and contemplate the future.

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Ways to Improve Your Mental Health in 2023

Happy New Year!

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National Bath Safety Month

The Center for Disease and Control and Prevention (CDC) says that one in four seniors over the age of 65 will have at least one fall per year. Fifty percent of those falls occurs in the bathroom.

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The ADA and Substance Use Disorder

We at the Rocky Mountain ADA Center, and many others whose work is ADA-related, have a signature saying: “It depends.” If you contact us for technical assistance or ask me a question in one of my trainings, don’t be surprised if the answer starts

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Out with the Old, In with the New!

Wow – another year has ended, and a new year is beginning. I have so many questions, like “Where did the year go?” and “Where will the new year lead?” And most importantly, do we “ring in” the new year or “bring in” the new year?

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An International Exchange

This year our center has had the pleasure of facilitating trainings for a number of groups from outside the US who wish to learn more about the Americans with Disabilities Act.

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Accessing Higher Ground Conference 2022

My colleague, Jessica, and I had the pleasure of attending the Accessing Higher Ground Conference in Denver last month.

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Creating a More Inclusive Holiday Season

‘Tis the season to be an ally! With the holiday season upon us, it is that time of year to gather with family and friends to celebrate the end of year festivities.

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ARFID: What It Is, and Why We Should Be Aware of It During the Holiday Season

For many, the holiday season is a joyous time of celebration and leisure. Enjoying time with family, giving and receiving gifts, and indulging in rich foods are all reasons people look forward to this time of year.

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