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April is Limb Loss & Limb Difference Awareness Month. Limb loss resulting from vascular conditions and dysvascular amputation, accounts for most lower extremity amputations. For more information and #accommodation ideas, see JAN's A to Z: Amputation. https://AskJAN.org/disabilities/Amputation.cfm
Interested in learning more about timely topics and trends in disability employment? The U.S. Department of Labor's Office of Disability Employment Policy recently launched a LinkedIn page. Subscribe today to get regular updates and engage in conversation. www.linkedin.com/showcase/odep-dol
Save the date! On 5/2 at 2 p.m. ET, use #EPWChat on X to join a live conversation hosted by @ePolicyWorks and engage in real time on ways U.S. Department of Labor can help improve policies related to recruiting, hiring, retaining and advancing workers and entrepreneurs with disabilities in small business. This chat is being held in conjunction with the Advancing Disability Inclusion in Very Small Businesses National Online Dialogue and will feature special guests from NSBA - National Small Business Assoc. , U.S. Department of Labor's Veterans' Employment and Training Service , 2Gether-International , LEAD Center, U.S. Black Chambers, Inc. and EARN - Employer Assistance and Resource Network on Disability Inclusion. Also, register for the online dialogue to share ideas or comment and like ideas contributed by others. https://SmallBusinesses.Ideascale.com/
Neurodiversity Inclusion: Checklist for Organizational Success
2024-04-24T14:00:05+0000Lessons learned from successful #neurodiversity hiring programs have resulted in practices for designing and implementing a successful program for employing neurodivergent workers. Check-out "Neurodiversity Inclusion: Checklist for Organizational Success."
What is neurodiversity, and how can it benefit your organization? Check out this resource from EARN - Employer Assistance and Resource Network on Disability Inclusion, a service of U.S. Department of Labor’s Office of Disability Employment Policy, to find out and read about neurodiversity hiring initiatives put into place by companies both large and small. https://askearn.org/page/neurodiversity-in-the-workplace
Registration for Work Incentive Seminar Events (WISE)
2024-04-22T18:00:20+0000Have volunteer experience or looking to gain some? Join @Choose Work! on April 24 at 3 p.m. ET for the next Work Incentive Seminar Event (WISE) webinar to find out how you can develop or find #volunteer experience and learn about how you can connect that experience to work! Learn more and register for the WISE webinar: https://choosework.ssa.gov/wise/ #NationalVolunteerMonth
Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a progressive neurological condition that can result in symptoms such as slowness of movement, stiffness of limbs, lowered voice volume, and depression or anxiety. Find #accommodation solutions to address symptoms at work, here: https://AskJAN.org/disabilities/Parkinson-s-Disease.cfm
Are you informed about the latest JAN news and information regarding workplace #accommodations and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) topics? The JAN Newsletter provides free access to valuable insights, resources, and updates. Subscribe today! https://AskJAN.org/Newsletters/index.cfm
Essential tremor is a neurological disorder that can cause involuntary movements and uncontrolled shaking in the hands. #Accommodation solutions can be effective in addressing work-related limitations. Read JAN's "Accommodating Essential Tremor." https://AskJAN.org/articles/Accommodating-Essential-Tremor.cfm
Interested in learning more about timely topics and trends in disability employment? The U.S. Department of Labor's Office of Disability Employment Policy recently launched a LinkedIn page. Subscribe today to get regular updates and engage in conversation. www.linkedin.com/showcase/odep-dol
A to Z of Disabilities, Accommodations, and Related Topics
Featured Resources/Events
JAN Newsletter
The JAN Newsletter offers timely information and resources... March 2024 JAN Newsletter
Consultants’ Corner
Communication tips for the accommodation process… Communication is Key
JAN Webcast Series
The JAN Webcast Series offers training on a broad range of ADA and accommodation topics… Training
Situations & Solutions
A building manager with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) asked to bring an emotional support animal to work with her.
The employer was concerned about the behavior of the animal as the employee trained it herself. The employer and employee agree to a trial period to assess whether the animal could be in the workplace without causing a disruption.
Situations & Solutions
A construction worker with a leg impairment couldn’t climb ladders due to an injury he received away from work.
After having a discussion with the employer, together they found an aerial lift that would permit the employee to reach the areas he needed and continue to be successful in his job.
Situations & Solutions
A salesman with obesity had to travel by airplane once a year to attend a conference, but could not fit in a single, economy class seat.
He asked his employer to upgrade him to first class, but the employer opted to purchase two economy class seats for him, which cost less than one first class ticket.
Situations & Solutions
A field geologist who was deaf and worked alone in remote areas was unable to use two-way radio communication to report his findings.
Text telephone technology was used to allow the geologist to communicate using a cellular telephone.
Upcoming Webcasts
May 09
Ask JAN! Q&A: Cognitive / Neurological Team Edition
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
JAN consultants offer one-on-one consultation to help brainstorm accommodation ideas, provide practical guidance for addressing...
Jul 11
Navigating Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) Accommodation Requests
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) requires covered employers to make reasonable accommodations for qualified...
Sep 12
Ask JAN! Q&A: Motor Team Edition
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
JAN consultants offer one-on-one consultation to help brainstorm accommodation ideas, provide practical guidance for addressing...
Oct 10
Portable, Wearable, Totable: Accommodating with Technologies that Go With You
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Are you curious about the features of the latest smartwatches? Do you have questions about...