June 16, 2022 - Americans with Disabilities Act and Reasonable Accommodations

June 16, 2022 - Americans with Disabilities Act and Reasonable Accommodations

Author: Prevention of Blindness Society June 17, 2022 Duration: 1:27:57

Kenneth Saunders, Director of the Fairfax County Office of Human Rights and Equity Programs, educates us about the Americans with Disabilities Act, what it provides, what a reasonable accommodation is, and helpful information to utilize these services. Timestamps coming soon. Visit youreyes.org for more information.


0:00:00 Opening Announcements

0:04:00 Introductions (Dr. Nguyen, Dr. Alibhai, Ken Saunders)

0:06:45 Presentation Begins

   0:07:30 What is the ADA?, Who is a qualified individual?

   0:11:30 How is a person without a disability covered by ADA?

   0:14:00 What locations/businesses must abide by ADA?

   0:16:30 Basics of reasonable accommodations

   0:32:00 Who is exempt from ADA?

   0:38:00 Buildings and ADA

0:42:30 Q&A

   0:43:15 Commuting and reasonable accommodations?

   0:49:00 Some gray areas in the previous questions

   0:51:30 How to justify shortfalls?

   0:54:30 Hearing aids and reasonable accommodation process?

   0:57:40 Federal v. state v. private jobs and ADA

   1:02:30 Where to go with employment issues?

   1:07:00 How to advocate for self v. without using accommodations

1:11:20 Open conversation about topic


For nearly nine decades, the Prevention of Blindness Society of Metropolitan Washington has worked locally to protect one of our most vital senses. This audio space, the Prevention of Blindness Society of Metropolitan Washington Event Replay Channel, extends that mission directly to your ears. Here, you’ll find recordings from live discussions, expert panels, and community forums that originally took place across the D.C. metro area. Each episode captures real conversations about vision health, from practical advice on protecting your sight to deeper explorations of the latest innovations in eye care and the challenges faced by those with low vision. The podcast serves as an auditory archive of the Society's ongoing work, making these valuable resources accessible anytime. You might hear from ophthalmologists, patients sharing personal stories, or advocates discussing policy-all centered on the core goal of preserving vision and enhancing quality of life. Tune in for genuine, informative dialogues that go beyond basic facts, fostering a deeper understanding of how community support and education can make a tangible difference. This is more than a series of talks; it's a direct line to the heart of a longstanding non-profit's efforts, allowing everyone to learn and benefit from their dedicated advocacy and service.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 43

Prevention of Blindness Society of Metropolitan Washington Event Replay Channel
Podcast Episodes
November 16, 2022 - Learn About the State Agencies [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:25:33
We are honored to be joined by Timothy Brown, Northern Virginia Regional Manager of the Department for the Blind and Visually Impaired (DBVI), and Maria Proschan, Vision Rehabilitation Therapist in the Maryland Departmen…
October 20, 2022 - Preparing for Your Eye Exams: [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:24:08
Hear a special interview with Dr. Suleiman Alibhai as we discuss the different eye care professionals, questions to ask, preparing for an appointment, and some specifics about low vision exams.
September 21, 2022 - Falls Prevention: Stay Up, Stay Healthy [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:21:59
Vision impairment can increase your chances of a fall in the home. Join us to learn about fall prevention and how you can keep your balance strong, regardless of your vision. Falls can create many health problems.
May 18, 2022 - Low Vision, Public Health, and Being Your Own Advocate [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:24:08
0:00:45 Opening Announcements 0:06:00 Introduction of Speaker 0:08:30 Public Health and Low Vision Presentation, Omar Mohiuddin, OTR/L, MS, MPH, CLVT 0:10:30 Why increase of low vision? 0:14:00 What is the National Eye H…
April 20, 2022 - Low Vision and Vision Rehabilitation Update [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:19:53
0:00:15 Opening Announcements 0:05:50 Introduction (Suleiman Alibhai, OD; Hang Nguyen, OD) 0:09:15 Presentation Start 0:10:00 What is a low vision evaluation? Is it just a new pair of glasses? 0:21:15 Understanding how t…
November 17, 2021 - Meet the New Low Vision Doctor, Dr. Hang Nguyen [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:24:41
0:00:20 Opening Announcements 0:06:00 Speaker Introduction [Dr. Alibhai Introduces Dr. Hang Nguyen] 0:09:45 Dr. Hang Nguyen Interview >0:11:00 What interested you in Low Vision? >0:14:00 Experiences at Johns Hopkins Wilm…