Risk and Respect - What to Know About Disclosing Mental Illness at Work: An article from the Employment and Disability Institute at Cornell University comments on the increased focus on disclosure. In a study of individuals with mental or emotional health conditions, the vast majority had a neutral or positive disclosure experience. Disclosing was also dependent upon the perceived corporate culture as well as direct experience with supervisory, management, and co-workers. Read the article >>
Workplace Wellness Action Plan (from www.mindfulemployer.net) Download >>
The Job Accommodation Network: Provides free consulting services for individuals with physical or intellectual limitations that affect employment. Services include one-on-one consultation about job accommodation ideas, requesting and negotiating accommodations, and rights under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and related laws. Although JAN does not help individuals find employment, JAN does provide information for job seekers. More >>
The Great Lakes ADA Center's mission is to increase awareness and knowledge with the ultimate goal of achieving voluntary compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. This is accomplished within targeted audiences through provision of customized training, expert assistance, and dissemination of information developed by various sources, including the federal agencies responsible for enforcement of the ADA. This is not an enforcement or regulatory agency, but a helpful resource supporting the ADA's mission to "make it possible for everyone with a disability to live a life of freedom and equality."
The Center provides information, materials, technical assistance and training on the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA). Topics addressed includes the non-discrimination requirements in employment, the obligations of state and local governments and business to ensure that programs, services and activities are readily accessible to and useable by people with disabilities. More >