Our friends at the ADA National Network are hosting two important free webinars focused on accessibility in healthcare. One is designed for community members advocating for their rights, and the other is for medical providers who want to improve communication accessibility. If you or someone you know could benefit, we encourage you to attend and share widely!
For Community Members: Advocating for Your Rights in Healthcare
Lunch & Learn Webinar: Your Rights as a Person with a Disability Under the ADA in Health Care
Date: April 16, 2025
Time: 12PM PST
For more information or to Register Click Here
This webinar will help individuals with disabilities understand their rights under the ADA when accessing healthcare. Topics include:
- Your right to effective communication with healthcare providers
- How to request accommodations
- What to do if you experience accessibility barriers
For Medical Providers: Making Healthcare Communication More Accessible
Accessible Electronic Communication in Healthcare Settings
Date: April 17, 2025
Time: 11:30 AM PST
For more information or to register Click Here
This session is designed for healthcare professionals to learn how to improve accessibility in electronic communication. Topics include:
- ADA legal requirements for effective communication
- How people with disabilities use assistive technology
- Digital accessibility best practices and tools
If you are a community member advocating for accessible healthcare, or if you know a medical provider who could benefit from learning about communication accessibility, please share these opportunities! Both webinars will include live captioning.
Let us know if you attend—we’d love to hear your thoughts!