Northeast ADA Center

10/16/2026

The Northeast ADA team participated in the 5th annual DREAM Symposium this week in Albany, NY - hosted by the NYS Office of the Chief Disability Officer - OCDO.
Jennifer Pawlewicz shared ADA-related information at our table, while Joe Zesski presented and hosted a panel discussion along with Chris Woodfill on moving beyond Accommodations​.

09/25/2026

Enacted on September 26, 1973, the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 is a landmark United States federal law marking the first major federal civil rights legislation for individuals with disabilities, serving as the foundation for the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.
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09/25/2026

"In recognition of National Recovery Month, the NHL will donate $100 for every preseason goal scored to the Matthew Perry Foundation to help support addiction recovery, prevention and advocacy efforts across North America, doubling its $50-per-goal contribution from last preseason."

League will donate $100 for every goal scored during preseason 

09/23/2026

Check out our new Fact Sheet - Service Animals Under the ADA
Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), a service animal is a dog that has been individually trained to do work or perform a specific task for a person with a disability (a miniature horse is a possible exception for the type of animal).
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09/23/2026

Today we celebrate International Day of Sign Languages! 🤟
Sign language provides communication and connection for Deaf communities around the world.

09/22/2026

National Parks Trails That Are Truly Accessible -
Wheelchair user, disabled-travel advocate, and blogger Cory Lee shares his favorite accessible trails in nat
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09/22/2026

the New York State Unified Court System wants you to know ASL interpreters are available!

We know that entering a courthouse can be intimidating, especially for those who are deaf or hard-of-hearing. That’s why our Office of Language Access wants to help.
Here are some helpful insights from our office’s FAQ page.
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09/22/2026

What are examples of physical modifications or barrier removal that would be readily achievable under the ADA in most cases? Visit this FAQ page from the ADA National Network to find out: https://adata.org/.../what-are-examples-types...

What are examples of physical modifications or barrier removal that would be readily achievable under the ADA in most cases? Visit our FAQ page to find out: https://adata.org/faq/what-are-examples-types-modifications-would-be-readily-achievable-most-cases

09/21/2026

Disability Statistics - Data the way you need it!
View and download maps, charts, tables, and summaries

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09/21/2026

September 21st is World Alzheimer’s Day—a global effort to raise awareness and challenge the stigma surrounding Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. 💜
Together, we can foster greater understanding, compassion, and hope.