Voluntary vs. Involuntary Commitment Individuals with mental illness can voluntarily request and receive services or treatment from a variety of government, community, and private programs, including inpatient treatment in hospitals […]
What is a Guardianship? Guardianship is a court process in which a judge decides if an adult can take care of their health, food, clothing, shelter, financial, or personal needs. […]
Once you turn 18, the law says you can make your own choices. If you would like or need help making decisions after 18, this fact sheet talks about some […]
Accessible Architecture at Places of Public Accommodation There is a set of standards for accessible architecture at all places of public accommodation. Places of public accommodation are physical places that […]
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a law that makes it illegal to discriminate against people with disabilities, including the Deaf and people […]
Most Childcare Centers are Covered by the ADA Many laws impact disability rights and accessibility standards. Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act applies to State and local government […]
What is a Reasonable Accommodation/Modification to Policy or Procedure? A reasonable accommodation/modification to policy or procedure is a change or adjustment to assist an individual with a disability in enjoying […]
Does my child need a health care plan for school? If your child has a health condition, they may or may not need a health care plan for school. There […]
What is a state complaint? A state complaint is an administrative process to help resolve violations of the IDEA or state special education rules. A state complaint is not a […]
What is a Due Process Hearing? A due process hearing is like a court proceeding where evidence is presented to an impartial hearing officer, and ultimately one side prevails. A […]