Great Lakes Chronicle Volume 2 Issue 1 - Great Lakes A D A and Accessible I T Center

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What do we do at the Great Lakes ADA Center?

Provide informal technical assistance on the ADA via our toll free number
800-949-4232 (V/TTY).
Conduct trainings on the five titles of the ADA and Accessible Information Technology.
Disseminate publications from various government agencies on the provisions of the ADA.
Assist in locating local and national resources to assist in disability related issues.

Disability Law Update

Social Security Administration Announces Policy Changes Regarding Disability Benefits

The Social Security Administration (SSA), on the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, announced proposed changes to procedures that will impact the time it takes to notify individuals as to whether they have qualified for disability benefits. The changes also are an effort to shorten the appeal process for individuals who are denied benefits. The new procedures may result in individuals with obvious disabilities qualifying for disability benefits in 20 days. The SSA will be publishing a proposed regulation for public comment soon.