Banks

Some banks and financial institutions still do not have wheelchair ramps available for the customers and employees who need them. This can be a particularly difficult problem when it comes to very large banks and financial institutions.

Regardless of who you are, whether you are a person with disabilities or you do not have any struggles that make basic daily functions difficult, your rights to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness are protected here in the United States.

As in prior years, we’re overwhelmed by the support and engagement we’ve received in 2015! It’s been a busy year for us here at Access Advocates and judging from the volume of phone calls, emails, website hits and social activity, you’ve had a busy year reading our stuff! Here’s a quick recap of some of our most shared blog content from 2015:

A building in compliance with the American’s with Disabilities Act (ADA) means a person with a disability is able to access all needed services. Let’s look at what types of buildings are included in the ADA by imagining a vacation trip to Washington, D.C. This trip can demonstrate examples of the types of buildings that are required to meet ADA compliance in three categories: everyday activities, vacation travel, and government.

We need your help! The following are our top 12 types of buildings where accessibility is of the greatest concern. As you can see, these are buildings each and every one of us visit on a daily basis.

In 2010, amendments were put in place for the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) that set up requirements for ATMs.

Banks are an integral part of our daily lives. Are your bank’s services accessible? As you visit your local bank, keep in mind the following questions.