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Frequently Asked Questions

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Americans with Disabilities Act

People with disabilities gained many rights through the passing of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Linked below are answers to questions about those rights.

Employment
State and Local Government
Building Accessibility, State and Local Government
Places of Public Accommodation
Private Membership Club Exclusions
Event Venues, Ticketing, and Parking
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Assistive Technology

People with disabilities have the right to access and use assistive technology in all settings. Linked below are answers to questions about those rights.

General Questions
Employment
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Special Education
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Community Living

People with disabilities have the right to live in the community of their choosing. Linked below are answers to common questions on Community Living.

Home and Community Based Services

Education

People with disabilities have the right to equal opportunity to education. Linked below are answers to questions about those rights.

AEA Reform
Private School Voucher
Special Education Definitions
Assistive Technology
Your Rights in Public and Private School
Advocacy Tips
General
Complaint Resolution and Manifestation Determination Review
Prior Written Notice
Restraint, Seclusion, and Shortened Schedule
Transition Planning
Chronic Absenteeism

Employment

People with disabilities have the right to equal opportunity to employment. Linked below are answers to questions about those rights.

2024 State of and Barriers to Employment in Iowa – Qualitative Survey
Employment Rights Under the ADA

Guardianship and Conservatorship

People with disabilities have the right to fair guardianships and conservatorships. Linked below are answers to questions about those rights.

Conservatorship
Guardianship
A Protected Person’s Rights and Responsibilities
Guardianship Alternatives
How to Make Changes to your Guardianship
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Healthcare

People with disabilities have the right to proper healthcare services. Linked below are answers to questions about those rights.

Self – Advocacy
Medicaid Managed Care Organization Denials
State Fair Hearings
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Representative Payee

People with disabilities have the right to live free of financial exploitation. Linked below are answers to questions about those rights.

General Questions
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Self Advocacy

People with disabilities have the right to advocate for the protection of their own rights. Linked below are answers to questions about those rights.

Legislative Policy Process
General Tips
Education
Healthcare
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Work Incentives Planning and Assistance

People with disabilities have the right to work even if they are receiving Social Security Benefits. Linked below are answers to questions about those rights.

General WIPA Information
Wage Reporting
Working While Disabled SSA Brochure
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