Alaska Northwest Americans with Disabilities Act
ADA
The Northwest ADA Center is a place to get all sorts of assistance and guidance for disabled individuals residing in Alaska. Make this an early contact in your search for disability grants you can use for a wheelchair van or handicapped-accommodating modifications.
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal law in the United States that prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities and ensures their equal access to employment, public accommodations, transportation, and other aspects of daily life. While Alaska is located in the Northwest region of the country, there is no specific designation of a "Northwest Americans with Disabilities Act" pertaining to Alaska or any other state in that region. The ADA applies nationwide and provides protections and accessibility guidelines for individuals with disabilities across all states, including Alaska.
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Developmental Disabilities (28)Independent Living (48)
Veteran Services (48)
Agencie on Aging (90)
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Disability Coalition (4)
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Foundation (9)