As one of only a handful of professional Accessibility Specialists dedicated exclusively to the RVing and campground community, and an RVer with permanent disabilities, I found this article quite interesting and thought our readers would also. The article supports our … Continued
SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA AND KANAWHA COUNTY PARKS AND RECREATION, WEST VIRGINIA UNDER THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT DJ 204-84-51 To learn more, go to: http://www.ada.gov/kanawhawvparkssa.htm
THE ACCESSIBILITY ASSESSMENT PROCESS (PART 1 OF A SERIES) Written by Mark Douglass President/CEO RVing Accessibility Group, Inc. For RV Parks, Campgrounds and Outdoor Recreation Owners When an in-house accessibility assessment is conducted, as recommended by The U.S. Access Board … Continued
As a business owner or operator, or someone thinking about opening a business, you may have wondered what you have to do to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This course explains how the ADA applies to businesses … Continued
Access Board Issues Supplemental Rule Addressing Access to Shared Use Paths February 13, 2013 WASHINGTON, DC–The U.S. Access Board has released for public comment proposed requirements for accessible shared use paths used by pedestrians, bicyclists, and others for transportation or … Continued
DO WE REALLY HAVE TO BE ACCESSIBLE/ADA COMPLIANT? We live in what I believe to be the greatest country in the world, providing opportunities for success, unlimited freedom and independence. As a former avid RVer with limited mobility disabilities, and … Continued
Sporting Venues: Indianapolis Motor Speedway, which was built in 1909, was found to have more than 360 violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act. / Greg Griffo / The Star ADA standards mean new sports venues must meet certain … Continued
Tax Credit Small businesses with 30 or fewer employees or total revenues of $1 million or less can use the Disabled Access Credit (Internal Revenue Code, Section 44). Eligible small businesses may take a credit of up to $5,000 (half … Continued
U.S. Department of Justice Civil Rights Division Disability Rights Section People with disabilities have too often been excluded from everyday activities: shopping at a corner store, going to a neighborhood restaurant or movie with family and friends, or using the … Continued
The population of disabled Americans and baby boomers, not to mention the aging population, is growing at a rapid pace. RV shipments are up year over year, and more people and families are looking for a better outdoor experience. It … Continued