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Patricia from California

How has the ADA impacted your life regarding travel/mobility, education, employment, or any other aspect? As a visually impaired person, the ADA seems to apply moreso to people with mobility issues. I do, however, appreciate color coded areas and the availability of ramps as stairs are a problem. Can you share a “before and after” […]

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Lisa from Iowa

How has the ADA impacted your life regarding travel/mobility, education, employment, or any other aspect? I am currently a 58 year old student. I have visual impairment, diabetic retinopathy, and a host of other physical disabilities that impact my classwork. The staff at the school I am currently attending, online, has been wonderful in working […]

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Josh from Tennessee

How has the ADA impacted your life regarding travel/mobility, education, employment, or any other aspect? It has helped overcome barriers with education, employment, and travel. Can you share a “before and after” experience; e.g., before the ADA I couldn’t do X or was denied access to Y, and thanks to the ADA I can do […]

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Ellen from New York

How has the ADA impacted your life regarding travel/mobility, education, employment, or any other aspect? ADA has allowed both my children to be a full part of the world. I grew up watching children and adults seen as different not be allowed in, separated off into special programs or kept at home away from others […]

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Robin from New Jersey

How has the ADA impacted your life regarding travel/mobility, education, employment, or any other aspect? The ADA has helped in such a tremendous way, in all of the above areas; especially the educational aspect. Can you share a “before and after” experience; e.g., before the ADA I couldn’t do X or was denied access to […]

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Ogulcan from Texas

How has the ADA impacted your life regarding travel/mobility, education, employment, or any other aspect? The ADA has allowed me to pursue a high-quality education and reach my full potential thus far. Additionally, this landmark legislation has enabled me to fully participate in life’s adventures including travel. Can you share a “before and after” experience; […]

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Kim from California

How has the ADA impacted your life regarding travel/mobility, education, employment, or any other aspect? My ‘ADA’ has changed my life in an utterly unfathomable way. I lost my job, my home, my car, my career license and subsequently everything and everyone. It is a struggle to find a doctor who will see, me treat […]

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Lilah from California

How has the ADA impacted your life regarding travel/mobility, education, employment, or any other aspect? My ADA has impacted my life at school and making friends. COVID-19 is really bad for students with learning disabilities. Can you share a “before and after” experience; e.g., before the ADA I couldn’t do X or was denied access […]

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Noel from Texas

How has the ADA impacted your life regarding travel/mobility, education, employment, or any other aspect? Without ADA I would not being able to thrive in school the way that I currently do. Unlike many people my age (16) I do know what it’s like to be denied disability services. I had to fight for every […]

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Ayanda from West Virginia

How has the ADA impacted your life regarding travel/mobility, education, employment, or any other aspect? The ADA has allowed me to have an equal opportunity when it comes to getting a proper education and it allows me to visit places without too much difficulty. Can you share a “before and after” experience; e.g., before the […]

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