Happy Anniversary ADA!

United Spinal Newsletter | July 2019   View this email in your browser

Reflections on the Americans with Disabilities Act The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), which celebrates its 29th Anniversary on July 26th, empowers our community in more ways than one. Our members and staff share their thoughts on the ADA and how this landmark law has made a positive difference in their lives. Judge Approves New York Agreement to Install Wheelchair Ramps at All Corners A federal court approved an agreement Tuesday for the city of New York to install wheelchair ramps on all of its corners, settling a quarter-century-old court case. Read more from about this landmark victory. Let’s Talk ADA with United Spinal’s President On this special episode of United on Wheels podcast, our President and CEO, James Weisman speaks about his first-hand experience getting the Americans with Disabilities Act passed and laying the groundwork toward improving disability rights. Spread ADA Awareness In recognition of the 29th anniversary of this landmark civil rights law that protects wheelchair users from discrimination, download our Understanding the ADA booklet and help spread awareness. Here’s a few answers to common questions regarding the ADA. Tell Your Story Watch this video to learn how you can celebrate the ADA using #ThanksToTheADA #ADA29       Inspector General Finds VA Overcharged Disabled Vets on Home Loans The Department of Veterans Affairs charged nearly 73,000 veterans improper home loan funding fees adding up to $286 million, an error that could result in refunds for the affected veterans. Ask VetsFirst If you have questions regarding your Veterans Benefits or benefits that your family members may be entitled to, VetsFirst can help you.