Social Trivia
True/False If you need a change made to do your job better, you can ask for it?
Yes! You can always ask for a reasonable accommodation to help you do your job.
Bonus Q: what is an example of a reasonable accommodation?
Your dentist explained the surgery you need. You do not understand what they are saying.
What can you do or say?
Tell your dentist you didn't understand and ask them to repeat themselves.
You can also ask them:
- to speak slower
- to show you with pictures or writing it down
- go to your apt with a support person to help you understand the information.
Which is correct?
A) Employers/Teachers have to provide me with anything I want at my job?
or
B) Employers have to provide me with reasonable accomodations
B) Employers have to provide me with reasonable accomodations
Bonus Q: what is an example of a reasonable accommodation at work?
what is an example of a reasonable accommodation at school?
At your job/ in your class, you need a checklist to help you complete your tasks.
What do you do?
Tell your boss or teacher you need checklists and set up a system that will help you succeed
Whose job is it to tell your [boss, teacher, doctor] if you have a disability.
It's MY JOB!
I have to advocate for myself with others in my life. If I don't let others know what I need, they won't know how to help me.
What laws protect the rights of people with disabilites?
The Americans with disability act (ADA)
The ADA is a federal civil rights law that prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities in various areas of public life. It covers employment, state and local government programs, public accommodations, transportation, and telecommunications. The ADA ensures equal opportunity and access for people with disabilities in these areas.
What should you do if someone makes you feel unsafe?
A) say nothing and stay afraid
B) Tell someone you trust
Tell someone you trust!