Rocky Mountain ADA Center

05/26/2026

Jaime is exhibiting at the ADARA Conference in Salt Lake City this week! She will be educating the attendees on their rights or responsibilities under the ADA.

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05/21/2026

Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD) highlights the importance of making digital spaces accessible for everyone, including people with disabilities. From websites and mobile apps to online services and communication tools, accessibility helps ensure equal access in today’s digital world.

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) supports these same principles by promoting equal access and nondiscrimination. As technology continues to become part of everyday life, digital accessibility plays an increasingly important role in creating inclusive experiences for all.

GAAD serves as a reminder that accessibility extends beyond physical spaces — it also includes captions, screen reader compatibility, keyboard navigation, readable content, and accessible online services.

05/20/2026

This week's podcast guest is Sam Schmidt - a former IndyCar driver, championship team owner, entrepreneur, and philanthropist. Since becoming a quadriplegic due to a testing crash, Sam was determined to keep racing. In turn, he founded Sam Schmidt Motorsports and Conquer Paralysis Now that funds research and operates rehabilitation centers that provides physical and emotional support. Transcript is available, as well!

Podcast episode: https://bit.ly/43jR2Ue

05/20/2026

Just a reminder that Rocky Mountain ADA Center will be closed in observance of Memorial Day, which is Monday the 25th. We will resume normal operations on Tuesday the 26th.

05/20/2026

This year, we are celebrating a milestone, the 250th Anniversary of the adoption of Declaration of Independence as well as the 36th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Tune in to a webinar as Mid-Atlantic ADA Center revisits some of the pivotal events of the disability rights movement, recognize some of the pioneers who lead the way and acknowledge the power of community that keeps us moving forward on the journey from isolation to inclusion of people with disabilities.

Register here: https://bit.ly/4djWpc7

05/19/2026

NEW FACT SHEET ALERT🚨

Do you know the differences between a "reasonable accommodation" and a "reasonable modification of policies, practices, or procedures"? Our newest fact sheet can help you understand these key differences. The fact sheet is available now in English and Spanish!

English: https://adata.org/factsheet/difference-ra-rm
Spanish: https://adata.org/factsheet/difference-ra-rm-es

05/19/2026

U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) updated their online toolkit that offers financial education information and practical guidance to help disabled workers build their economic mobility and independence - https://bit.ly/43jOBkC

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05/15/2026

Association of University Centers on Disabilities (AUCD) is currently working on a project aimed to create resources to fill gaps in healthcare for people with disabilities and chronic conditions.

They are hosting listening sessions in May - which they are hoping to gain insight from disabled people, caregivers and care partners, healthcare professionals and disability service providers.

Thursday May 28th -

Modernize workflows with Zoom's trusted collaboration tools: including video meetings, Zoom Chat, VoIP phone, webinars, whiteboard, contact center, and events.

05/15/2026

Mental Health Awareness Month: Key Facts on Workplace Rights

Mental health conditions—including depression, anxiety, PTSD, and substance use disorders—affect approximately 1 in 5 U.S. adults each year, according to the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC).

Under Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA):

A mental health condition may qualify as a disability if it substantially limits brain function or other major life activities.
Discrimination and harassment based on a qualifying condition are prohibited.
Employers are required to keep medical information confidential.
Qualified employees may be entitled to reasonable accommodations, such as modified schedules or changes in workplace policies.
Employment decisions must be based on objective criteria, not assumptions or stereotypes.

The EEOC continues to receive thousands of charges annually related to discrimination involving mental health conditions, indicating ongoing compliance considerations for employers.

Mental Health Awareness Month provides a timely opportunity to review how federal law, including the ADA, applies to mental health in the workplace - https://bit.ly/3Pqy0bx.

About one in five adults in the U.S. experienced a mental health issue in 2020. There are many different types of mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

05/11/2026

May is Mental Health Month, first established by Mental Health America to raise awareness and promote mental well-being nationwide. This year’s theme, “More Good Days, Together,” encourages individuals and communities to reflect on what support, connection, and wellness look like in everyday life - https://mhanational.org/mental-health-month/.

Mental health is an essential part of overall health—and it is also recognized under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The ADA helps ensure that individuals with mental health conditions have equal access to employment, public services, and community participation.

In the workplace and beyond, this can include reasonable accommodations, accessible communication, and inclusive policies that support individuals in performing their roles and engaging fully in their communities.

As we recognize Mental Health Month, it’s an opportunity to highlight the importance of environments that support both mental well-being and accessibility—because creating equitable access helps make more “good days” possible for everyone.

Mental Health America founded Mental Health Awareness Month in 1949 and has led the effort every May to promote mental wellness nationwide.

05/08/2026

Reduced Summer Hours!

Starting May 15th, Rocky Mountain ADA Center will close on Fridays at 1 pm MST. This will continue on throughout the summer, ending on Friday, July 31st.

As usual, you can always call the Center at 800-949-4232 and leave us a message or use our contact form via our website: https://rockymountainada.org/contact-us.