Disability Advocacy Solutions LLC

06/03/2026

If you are feeling stuck when it comes to advocating for yourself or a loved one impacted by Disability, know that Disability Advocacy Solutions LLC is here to guide you through process of accessing your civil rights.

Our non-attorney advocates help clients through processes like :
🚌 IEP‘s or 504 plans & evaluations
💵workplace accommodations
🔎 finding appropriate resources
🧭 exploring options and solutions

Most importantly, we know from our own lived Disability experiences, the value of having someone on your team. For more information visit www.DisabilityAdvocacySolutions.com

Access isn't a checklist. It's a practice.

The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) are a good start for making digital content accessible. But color contrast, image descriptions, and captions are just the beginning.

True access can look like:
- Asking people with disabilities for feedback.
- Meeting the needs of your specific community.
- Learning how to share information in new ways.

Access is more than legal requirements. It’s a journey to make sure everyone with and without disabilities can stay connected.

What would make the world more accessible for you?

03/01/2026

Many students with 504 Plans and IEPs worry that using their supports means missing class, falling behind, or standing out.
In reality, strong plans can be designed to fit naturally into the school day, with push-in supports, flexible scheduling, and services that protect learning time.
If your child’s plan isn’t working the way it should, you don’t have to navigate the process alone.
Disability Advocacy Solutions LLC partners with families to review plans, prepare for meetings, and advocate for services that truly support access and success.
➡️ Ready to have an advocate? Visit https://disabilityadvocacysolutions.com/ and complete the Contact Us form to get started.

01/01/2026

Happy New Year!!

We are kicking off 2026 with the addition of our "Comprehensive Alabama Medicaid WaiverToolkit" to our website.

This waiver toolkit is rich with information to make these easy to find and access.

https://disabilityadvocacysolutions.com/alabama-medicaid-waiver-toolkit-table-of-contents/

12/10/2025

Access for ALL Wednesday: Disability Accessability

Waiting rooms at healthcare providers are required to be accessible for people with disabilities!

The 2010 ADA Standards require waiting rooms to have an accessible route, clear floor space, and features like accessible seating and signage to ensure usability for people with disabilities.

The picture shows a hospital that did it right! They have spaces designated, signed, and large enough for wheelchair users to wait without having to block the path of travel. These spaces must be 36” wide for 1 space or 33” wide for each space if two spaces are side by side.

More information can be found at this link:
https://www.ada.gov/resources/medical-care-mobility/ #:~:text=Entry%20Doors,maneuvering%20clearance%20or%20accessible%20route.

If you run into a physical access issue, our advocates are skilled and here to empower you to assist with filing a disability discrimination complaint! [email protected]

12/07/2025

Social Security Sunday

Do you know someone with a newborn who has a low birth weight?

They may qualify for payments from Social Security and Medicaid, and qualifying for this program is not restricted by the parent(s) income!

(Note: Birth weight below 2 pounds, 10 ounces — SSA evaluates low birth weight - in infants from birth to age 1 and failure to thrive in infants and toddlers from birth to attainment of age 3. Learn more: https://www.ssa.gov/disability/professionals/bluebook/100.00-GrowthImpairment-Childhood.htm)

If you know someone with a baby who meets this criteria, let them know that our advocates are skilled and here to empower them on their Social Security journey! [email protected]

12/05/2025

Friday Favorite Resources

New Disabled South is one of our favorite resources, and their Plain Language Policy Fact Sheets are a great starting point to learn about their important work!
https://www.newdisabledsouth.org/factsheets
The more you know, the better you can advocate!

Our advocates are skilled and here to empower you with all of your disability advocacy needs.

Contact us: [email protected]

Discover plain language policies, voter rights, and accessible voting information tailored for the South, promoting inclusion and informed civic participation.

12/04/2025

Effective Communication

Did you know that Word documents can be inaccessible to people with disabilities?

The more we know, the better we can do to implement inclusive practices.

One of our favorite resources will teach you how to create accessible Word documents so you can be more inclusive of all people in your work, church, and community.

https://www.section508.gov/create/documents/training-videos/

Our advocates are skilled and here to empower you with your Effective Communication needs!

Reach us at: [email protected]

12/03/2025

Let's talk about accessibility.

Did you know there is specific guidance for doorway widths in public places?

404.2.3 Door openings shall provide a clear width of 32 inches (815 mm) minimum.

Unfortunately, the hospital where this picture was taken did not implement the 2010 Standards for Accessible Design when they remodeled this clinic space and failed to correct the 27” doorway to the only bathroom available to patients.

Note:
The clinic shown in the image serves children who use mobility devices.
Also important to note in this image is the placement of the chair in front of the bathroom door, another violation of ADA standards.

If you run into a physical access issue, our advocates are skilled and here to empower you to assist with filing a disability discrimination complaint!

[email protected]

12/02/2025

Did you know that Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 sets standards for making Information and Communication Technology accessible for people with disabilities?

Accessibility and inclusion are important for those of us who require specific fonts, amplification of audio, color contrast on webpages, and more.

Check out this resource to better understand Section 508: https://www.section508.gov/manage/how-508-standards-benefit-pwd/

Our advocates are skilled and here to empower you with your Effective Communication needs!

[email protected]

Section508.gov is the official U.S. government resource for ensuring digital accessibility compliance with Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act (29 U.S.C. 794d). It offers comprehensive guidance, tools, and training to help federal agencies and vendors create accessible information and communicatio...

12/02/2025

Take Action Tuesday: Education Advocacy

Does your student have food allergies?

Do you worry about their safety and inclusion at school-based holiday parties?

Check out these important resources to better learn about your student’s rights to safe inclusion.
https://www.ed.gov/media/document/ocr-factsheet-food-allergies-2024-33827.pdf

Pages 90-93
https://archive.cdc.gov/www_cdc_gov/healthyschools/foodallergies/pdf/20_316712-A_FA_guide_508tag.pdf

Disability Advocacy Solutions is here to help with all of your and needs.

Contact us at: [email protected]