1. Assuring Access

2. Access to the Facility Accessible route from public transportation
Parking
Entrances

9. Access within the Facility
Elevators
Hallways and Doorways
Signage

13. Access to the Restrooms
Stalls
Sinks
Others….

16. Access to the ancillary services
Telephones
Water fountains
Vending Machines
Computer Stations

19. Tax Incentives
Tax Incentives for Improving Accessibility available in Spanish / Español)
disabled access credit available for small businesses
tax deduction available for businesses of any size to help offset some of the costs of improving accessibility for customers or employees with disabilities.

20. Still Have Questions? Contact us at By telephone 800-949-4232 V/TTY
By internet

21. Beyond Physical Access
Programmatic Accessibility
Language & Etiquette
Asking About Disability
Intersection between Culture & Disability
Resources

22. Programmatic Access
Accessible Formats Large Print Braille Audio Cassette Disk or CD
Accommodations Note-takers Interpreters Quiet Rooms

23. Language & Etiquette
Most Common Things to Remember: Speak Directly to the Individual -Don’t Focus on the Disability Don’t Make Assumptions If Unsure, Ask Questions It is Alright to Make Mistakes

24. Asking About Disability
Considerations:
Self-disclosure is not necessary
Reason for asking is to help the person
Collect only relevant information
Keep Confidential

25. Disability & Culture

26. More Resources EQUITY e-newsletter http://www.wid.org/equity
Independent Living Centers
Access to Assets Technical Assistance Hotline: Toll-Free!