Northeast ADA Center

11/28/2025

Keep Accessible Shopping and Effective Communication in mind while you are shopping this holiday season!


This may mean:
- Writing notes back and forth with a Deaf person.
- Reading a menu or product information to an individual who is blind.
- Providing accessible electronic information.
- Using a sign language interpreter for complex purchases

If you have any Disability-related questions, please contact the Northeast ADA Center at 1-800-949-4232 or reach us at
https://www.northeastada.org/

11/28/2025

Is an Accommodation Forever?
Accommodations aren’t a one-and-done process—monitoring them over time is key to ensuring they stay effective. Join us for this webinar designed for employment service professionals, where we’ll cover best practices for evaluating and adjusting workplace accommodations for supported employees.
🕒 60-minute presentation + 15-minute Q&A
✔️ Earn 1 hour of CRC credit
Don’t miss this chance to strengthen your skills and better support employees and employers.

Register Today: https://events.yangtaninstitute.org/e/10867/register

11/27/2025

Giving thanks for all our followers and the community we’ve built together. Remember, we’re always here to help with any ADA-related questions!
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11/26/2025

ADA Accessible Parking 101
Accessible parking spaces must be provided whenever parking is provided including:
Signage that includes the International Symbol of Accessibility.
An adjacent access aisle is needed.
Located on the shortest accessible route to an accessible entrance.
1 of every 6 must be sized for vans.

https://adata.org/factsheet/parking

If you have any questions about the Americans with Disabilities Act, contact us at 1-800-949-4232

11/26/2025

Prepping for Black Friday Shoppers? Be sure to remember the importance of making the area Accessible!

Accessible Shopping: Clear Paths
It's important to provide sufficient space for all customers to shop.

Avoid overcrowding aisles and entrances with seasonal items, displays, racks or equipment that reduce accessible routes to less than 36 inches width.

Provide accessible routes to all shopping areas, including service counters, fitting rooms and bathrooms.

Northeast ADA logo. If you have a disability-related question, contact the Northeast ADA Center at 1-800-949-4232 or our website https://www.northeastada.org/

11/26/2025

ADA Accessible Parking 101
Accessible parking spaces must be provided whenever parking is provided including:
Signage that includes the International Symbol of Accessibility.
An adjacent access aisle is needed.
Located on the shortest accessible route to an accessible entrance.
1 of every 6 must be sized for vans.
https://adata.org/factsheet/parking
If you have any questions about the Americans with Disabilities Act, contact us at 1-800-949-4232

11/26/2025

Cornell University to launch new indoor adaptive high ropes course

Cornell University is taking accessibility to new heights with an indoor adaptive high ropes course designed for people of all abilities.

11/25/2025

Did you know NYS residents with I/DD can enjoy free or discounted access to some of the best mountains in the state through the NYS Access Pass?!

⛷️❄️ As we enter ski season, don’t forget that NYS residents with I/DD can enjoy free or discounted access to some of the best mountains in the state through the NYS Access Pass!

🏔️ Resorts like Whiteface and Gore honor the Access Pass with free lift tickets or season passes and a companion ticket if needed.

Learn more & apply here: https://orda.org/nys-access-pass/

11/25/2025

The first significant lake effect snowfall of the season is expected on Thanksgiving Day, bringing heavy snow and strong winds, making travel hazardous.
If you're traveling for the holiday, plan accordingly, leave extra time to reach your destination, and monitor the forecast.

The first significant lake effect snowfall of the season is expected on Thanksgiving Day, bringing heavy snow and strong winds, making travel hazardous.

If you're traveling for the holiday, plan accordingly, leave extra time to reach your destination, and monitor the forecast.

11/25/2025

Another NY Federal Judge Rules That the ADA Does Not Require Retailers To Provide QR Codes or Digital Tags on Merchandise

By: Pamela C. Huynh Seyfarth Synopsis:  Does the ADA require retailers to add QR codes to product tags? The Southern District of New York says no. On

11/25/2025

Making the NYC bus system more accessible! Join the NYC DOT upcoming online info session to learn about bus stop & route improvements for people with disabilities & older adults. 🚌
Date: Friday, December 5
Time: 1 PM to 2:30 PM
Register today: bit.ly/BusAccessibility
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Making the NYC bus system more accessible! Join the NYC DOT upcoming online info session to learn about bus stop & route improvements for people with disabilities & older adults. 🚌

Date: Friday, December 5
Time: 1 PM to 2:30 PM
Register today: bit.ly/BusAccessibility

Share this with someone who might benefit!