Quinn Brett Instagram – A reasonable modification is a structural change made to interiors and exteriors of dwellings and to common and public use areas. When you see a person with a disability at a restaurant, likely we researched the F&€$ beyond our dietary needs. Can I physically navigate the space, hear, see —as an individual in the experience?
As a wheelchair user at a concert navigating crowds of people spilling beer in my lap as they turn around to my unexpected shortness, or me sitting on the grass jiving to tunes while staring at asses—-yes, I agree I am an inspiration. #alsonotenjoyingmyself
When I can navigate, participate, dare I say, help or have a good time that’s when I become a super inspiration!!!
A reasonable accommodation, on the other hand, is a change, exception, or adjustment to a rule, policy, practice, or service. Allowing a service animal fits into this portion, at the restaurant where dogs are not allowed.
Legally, both the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA 1990) prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities. “Requires equal opportunities in city and local governments for people with disabilities in employment, transportation, public accommodations, state and local government services, and telecommunications.”
Architectural Barriers Act (ABA 1968) “requires access to facilities that are designed, built, or altered with federal funds or leased by federal agencies.” It is one of the first laws to address access to the built environment.
Our federal lands realized they need to do better than just physical access, so in Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 expands …
“No qualified individual with a disability shall, solely by reason of her or his disability, be excluded from the participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity.”
We should be super inspirational everywhere because it’s legally mandated! #andwearegoodcompany
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