Americans with Disabilities Act ~ ADA Resources
The following links provide resources to assist with meeting the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Please contact your regional consultant for more information on how to make sure your facilities and programs are accessible to participants of all abilities.National Resources:
National Center on Accessibility (NCA)
Collaborative program between Indiana University and the National Park Service to promote access to recreation for people with disabilities. Provides reseach, technical assistance and educational resources.
The ADA Home Page (U.S. Department of Justice)
United States Access Board
Federal ADA Accessibility Guidelines
Access Board Quick Links:
Additional Resources on Specific Activities / Facilities
- National Alliance on Accessible Golf
- United States Gold Association (USGA)
- Wilderness Inquiry: A non-profit organization focused on bringing people together, including persons with disabilities, in the wilderness
North Carolina Resources:
North Carolina State Building Code; making buildings and facilities accessible and usable by the physically handicapped-available online. Contact your local building / code inspector for assistance.
Community For All - A Guide to Inclusion for Out-Of-School Time Publication produced in collaboration with the North Carolina School-Age Solutions Committee, with support from NC Division of Child Development
Other Online Resources:
The Center for Universal Design
Environments and Products for All People: located in the NC State University College of Design
