Tools

This Job Accommodation Network webpage includes a series of publications about accommodation and disabilities. This series "... is designed to help employers determine effective accommodations and comply with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)." These publications could also be helpful to employees, rehabilitation professionals,...

This web page from the Job Accommodation Network provides information about individuals who are on the autism spectrum and related Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) information, publications, events, and organizations. Accommodation ideas are also included, which explore accommodations by limitation and work-related function, alongside sample...

This tip sheet, published by the Internet Scout Research Group, provides guidance for employers on making their workplaces more accessible for blind and low vision employees. The article is divided into three areas: accommodations, safety, and additional resources. Assistive technology, braille, guide animals, and more are highlighted. 

The Job Accommodation Network (JAN) has surveyed employers since 2004 related to providing workplace accommodations for people with disabilities. This resource lists and describes the findings of the survey. The survey results have shown the benefits these employers reported receiving from making workplace accommodations. Employers reported...

Disability Equality Index (DEI) is a free benchmarking tool for Disability:IN partners that provides a confidential opportunity to receive an objective score on disability inclusion policies and practices. Its an aspirational, educational, recognition tool that helps identify opportunities for continued improvement and helps establish a reputation...

This 17-page report discusses research from Accenture, in partnership with Disability:IN and the American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD). This research shows the financial benefits of including people with disabilities in business. "Companies that embrace best practices for employing and supporting more persons with disabilities in...

Working Together: Deaf and Hearing People Online Course is designed to help employers develop the sensitivity and skills to communicate effectively with deaf and hard-of-hearing employees, enable deaf and hearing colleagues to work together more productively, and assist in fostering a workplace culture of diversity and inclusion. This course is...

This tip sheet, published by the Internet Scout Research Group, provides guidance for employers on making their workplaces more accessible for deaf and hard-of-hearing employees. The article is divided into three areas: accommodations, safety, and additional resources. Technology; telecommunication services, devices, and interpreters; captioning;...

This article, from Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, describes commonly used accommodations and adaptations for autistic individuals in the workplace. The article is divided into the following sections: To address communication issues, To prepare for sensory sensitivities, To address behavioral concerns, To support organizational needs, To...

This tip sheet, provided by DeafTEC at the Rochester Institute of Technology, provides guidelines for creating workplace accommodations for individuals with physical disabilities. In particular, the tips focus on making the workplace, workspace, and technology accessible. The tip sheet also offers links to additional resources on accommodations in...