Program Access and the ADA
One of the most common misperceptions about the Americans with Disabilities Act is that buildings are “grandfathered in.” In other words, because they are old, people believe the buildings do not have to comply...
33 in ’23! Recommitting to the Spirit and Intent of the ADA
What were you doing 31 years ago? Had you even heard of the ADA yet? What was your organization doing 31 years ago to respond to the groundbreaking civil rights legislation?
7 Ways to Celebrate the ADA
As we age, we don’t celebrate birthdays and anniversaries as frequently as when we were kids. We tend to only pop open the champagne and celebrate the big ones, those divisible by 5 or 10. That’s okay. Everyone has their own style and preference for celebrating milestones. But as an ADA community of individuals, advocates and practitioners, it is important that we acknowledge its anniversary. The ADA is, after all, the single greatest piece of legislation guaranteeing civil rights and inclusion of people with disabilities.
Budgeting Accessibility Improvements in These Crazy Times
A pandemic and now supply chain challenges have wreaked havoc on the construction industry and facility owners, especially those trying to make accessibility improvements as part of an ADA Transition Plan.
Why Wheelchair Swings Aren’t Meant for Your Public Playground
Twice a year, like clockwork, I either get asked about the best wheelchair swings for playgrounds or am forwarded a touchy-feely article about a local philanthropic that has raised money to install one at...
3 Totally Doable Resolutions for 2021 to Jumpstart Your ADA/504 Compliance
It’s 2021! New year! Fresh calendar! Let’s go! Right?! Or not. Surely you have read dozens of articles outlining the pitfalls of resolutions in the new year. Business Insider says 80% of new year’s...
The ADA at 30: Things That Didn’t Happen to Parks & Recreation
When the Americans with Disabilities Act was passed in 1990, it caused a lot of concern and consternation in the field of Parks and Recreation. Honestly, people freaked out a little bit, worse than...
Our Favorite TED Talks on Disability, Accessibility and Inclusion
CONFESSION: We LOVE a good TED Talk. Even better…..we LOVE LOVE LOVE a good TED Talk on disability rights and inclusion of people with disabilities. So….we thought we would share some of our favorites...
For the Love of Accessibility & Inclusion
It’s February! Valentine’s Day is here and love is in the air! You know what I love? I love. Love. LOVE! talking about accessibility, universal design and inclusion! I’m an accessibility-geek. But like the...
Accessibility Management: Why Do You Do What You Do?
Last week while working on a new accessibility assessment project I had the unbelievable good fortune to make the acquaintance of Mr. Clarence Johnston of southern Ohio. Mr. Johnston has a soft voice, beautiful smile and...
10 Ways to Celebrate the ADA After the Revelry
President George H. Bush signs the Americans with Disabilities Act on July 26, 1990. Left to Right, sitting: Evan Kemp, Chairman, Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, Justin Dart, Chairman, President’s Committee on Employment of People...
Are Your Applications and Registration Forms Too Nosy?
What do the cities of DeKalb, Fallon, Isle of Palms, and Vero Beach have in common? All four cities have recently entered into settlement agreements with the U.S. Department of Justice for disability-related questions...
Take Heart: Are Your Facilities Heart-Friendly?
Often considered one of the many hidden disabilities, an estimated 43 million American women are affected by heart disease according to the Heart Foundation. February is American Heart Month, an awareness campaign of the...
What is Accessibility Management? Utilizing the Process to Make Change Happen!
Accessibility management is the practice and process of implementing federal, state, and local disability legislation to ensure people with disabilities will have the equal opportunity to participate and benefit in all of your programs,...
Skulski Consulting is OPEN for business!
Dear Friends, Thank you so much for stopping by my web site (or new virtual office, so to speak). I am so very excited to share this news with you….. After more than 20...