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LVCIL's AccessCheck is the Lehigh Valley's #1 resource for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) com

The AccessCheck team has extensive experience in providing ADA recommendations and improving overall accessibility at locations in the Lehigh Valley, throughout Pennsylvania, and New Jersey.

09/14/2021

Lehigh Valley Center for Independent Living (LVCIL) attended the ribbon cutting on Sept. 13 for Minsi Lake's Adaptive Kayak Launch and Fishing Piers with representatives from Northampton County government, the county's Parks & Recreation Department, Friends of Minsi Lake, Team River Runner, BoardSafe Docks, and some state and county officials. For the project, the officials, along with the company BoardSafe Docks, consulted people with disabilities to design and install a kayak launch that can be used by people with mobility issues so they too can get onto the water and enjoy the lake. In addition, the two adaptive fishing piers are located on the other side of the lake. The end result is a recreational asset in Upper Mount Bethel, Northampton County, that's inclusive for all!

08/12/2021

Lehigh Valley Center for Independent Living (LVCIL) is happy to be participating in the Accessibility to the Outdoors event Aug. 21 from 9 am to 1 pm at Cabela's in Hamburg, Berks County! DHP Disabled Hunters Program and Bass Pro Shops will also be on hand. More info here: https://m.facebook.com/events/201142321582252

07/02/2021

Looking to get in compliance with the law? LVCIL's AccessCheck program can help.
Our team offers expertise in the following areas: ADA Guidance and Compliance, Accessibility Plan Review, Expert Witness for Arbitration, Outdoor Accessibility, and Project Management.
Find out more by contacting us today at 610-770-9781.
AccessCheck helps businesses, organizations, parks and outdoor recreation areas, and state/local governments improve accessibility for everyone.

Here is a look at our consulting work where we helped Hawk Mountain identify accessible outdoor sign placement at their sanctuary garden.

05/13/2021

[ARTICLE]: Advocates call attention to need for more accessibility at national parks. Read more: http://ow.ly/KvLU50ELVsm

Did you know Lehigh Valley Center for Independent Living (LVCIL) provides Americans with Disabilities Act compliance and accessibility information to many organizations? We also offer accessibility site surveys. Contact us for more information at 610-770-9781 or visit our our website at www.lvcil.org/adasurveys to see how we can help you!

Alt text: Ambika Rajyagor and her family bring her sister Devika, who is sitting in a wheelchair, to national parks. Photo by AMBIKA RAJYAGOR

04/15/2021

[TEXT] Two staff members from Lehigh Valley Center for Independent Living (LVCIL) visited Hawk Mountain Sanctuary Association in Berks County on April 13 to help evaluate the accessibility of their planned new sign locations, with a focus on accessible height and distance in the native plant garden. Here, Todd Bauman, director of Stewardship at Hawk Mountain, speaks with Bob Amelio, Accessibility Supports Coordinator at LVCIL. Students from Kutztown University of Pennsylvania were also there working on a braille project for the signage at Hawk Mountain.

03/22/2021

Proper Signage is important in conveying correct information to visitors, consumers, and guests.

The International Symbol of Accessibility (ISA), is one of the most recognizable symbols in the world. In 2009 it was redesigned to emphasize motion. The Accessible Icon Project is an ongoing work of design activism. Although the redesign has not been adopted universally as the new ISA, LVCIL / AccessCheck actively encourages its use where possible. The ADA states that variations of the ISA are permissible, however it's best to check your local codes / regulations before using the new icon.

ACCENT Signage Systems, Inc. offers a reliable reference guide: http://www.accentsignage.com/wp-content/uploads/ADA-Quick-Reference.pdf.

If you are looking for a sign for your facility http://www.myparkingsign.com has a large assortment of proper signs.

If you have questions about signage, or want to schedule a free ADA consultation, contact Bob Amelio at 610-770-9781 ext. 111 or
bamelio@lvcil.org.

The accessibility symbol, redesigned to show action.

01/07/2021

[TEXT] AccessCheck offers disability sensitivity and awareness trainings that can help you, your employees, and volunteers learn how to better communicate with people with disabilities. Our trainings will review disability history, etiquette, non-offensive language, and ADA regulation for accommodations. We'll offer tips on how to be more welcoming to and comfortable dealing with people with disabilities.

We offer variety of training programs, and can create a customized training tailored for your specific concerns, timeframe, business, and budget. Topics include improving accessibility for outdoor areas and recreation sites, best practices for hiring and more! Contact Katie Krum, coordinator of accessibility programs at 610-770-9781 ext. 123 or email kathrynkrum@lvcil.org.

A woman in a wheelchair at work, smiles at the camera.

12/29/2020

[TEXT] Improving accessibility at your business will help you be more inclusive, and becoming more welcoming to people with disabilities can increase your profit. If people cannot get to your location, you not only lose their business, but also those that accompany them (their families, friends, co-workers).

AccessCheck provides services to help businesses and organizations improve accessibility. We have worked with restaurants, universities, hospitals, local and state government, parks and outdoor recreation areas, theaters, festivals, and more. Being disability friendly opens your door to new business! Our experts provide the following services: Accessibility Site Surveys, Trainings for Disability Awareness, ADA compliance, and more.

We offer a free consultation to discuss the specific needs of your organization.

AccessCheck will answer your accessibility questions and provide confidential, practical, cost-effective solutions.

Contact Katie Krum, Coordinator of Accessibility Programs at 610-770-9781, ext. 123 or by email at katiekrum@lvcil.org

An orange and beige design has the text "Access Ramp This Way" with an arrow pointing up and an accessibility symbol.

12/18/2020

AccessCheck provides services to help businesses and organizations improve accessibility. We have worked with restaurants, universities, hospitals, local and state government, parks / outdoor recreation areas, theaters, festivals, and more. Contact Katie Krum, Coordinator of Accessibility Programs at
kathrynkrum@lvcil.org, or call 610-770-9781 ext. 123.

11/19/2020

AccessCheck is your source for solutions and information on accessibility standards and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). AccessCheck is a service of LVCIL.

We offer site accessibility surveys for specializing in recreation, for-profit and nonprofit organizations. We can help you avoid these common mistakes in your parking lots, bathrooms, offices, entrances, access routes and more.

We also can offer disability sensitivity trainings, and teach you how to survey your own building.

In addition, we can offer best practices in Proper Signage, Person-First Language, International Symbol of Accessibility, Service Animals, and Universal Design.

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713 N. 13th Street
Allentown, PA
18102

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Monday	8am - 4pm
Tuesday	8am - 4pm
Wednesday	8am - 4pm
Thursday	8am - 4pm
Friday	8am - 4pm

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+16107709781

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http://www.lvcil.org/

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