OSU Extension is committed to all aspects of diversity. Disability is part of diversity and this page is to inform you of OSU Extension's commitment to assist counties/departments/units with accommodations for faculty, staff, and program participants. The following are some frequently asked questions related to making accommodations for OSU Extension Programming.
- Who is responsible for paying for accommodations for program participants?
- What if the accommodation puts a strain on the county's budget?
- Who is responsible for paying for accommodations for employees?
- Who do I call if I need an interpreter?
- What if I need information converted to Braille?
- What are some ADA Related Web sites?
- Where can I locate some Community Centers for the Deaf in Ohio
The county is responsible for paying for accommodations for program participants.
If the expense of the accommodation creates a budgetary hardship, the county can submit a request for financial assistance to Kathy Lechman. Example: A youth needs an interpreter for 4-H meetings. Meetings are 2 hours and the interpreter costs $35.00 per hour= $70.00 per meeting. At ten meetings, the expense would be $700.00. If the county does not have that much money available. Submit a request indicating the amount of the accommodation the reason for the accommodation and a requested amount. This will be forwarded to Keith Smith who along with Administrative Cabinet will decide on an amount for assistance.
The department/unit/county is responsible for workplace accommodations. If the accommodation is a one-time investment over $500.00, the department/unit/county can request assistance from the Ohio State University ADA Office. See the OSU Workplace Accommodation Fund. The OSU Extension department/unit/county can also request assistance from OSU Extension Administration by submitting a request for assistance to Kathy Lechman. The request should address the accommodation being requested, the amount of the accommodation, the job description for the person needing the accommodation, and the amount the county has contributed as well as any funding received from the OSU Workplace Accommodation Fund.
Locally, Sheriff's Departments, schools, and hospitals often have information on interpreters. There is also a list available on this web site of agencies that provide interpreting services. Remember, to avoid additional charges, do not wait until the last minute to contact the agency to make the request. Fees range from $30.00- $45.00 per hour and if the interpreter has to travel, their time starts when she/he leaves the location. For meetings over 2 hours 2 interpreters are required. See listing of Centers at the bottom of the page.
You have some options with this question. If the individual has a tape player and does not mind you can read the information aloud and record it on a cassette player. Axis provides instructions on making audio recordings of printed messages. They can be contacted at (614) 262-8124. You can also contact the local Sheriff's department, school, and hospital to inquire about services. You can contact Quik Scrybe, a company that converts text into Braille. This is not an endorsement -- just an example.The following web site for children answers questions about sight impairment very well and is suitable for adults: http://www.nfbohio.org/kids.htm Libraries are also excellent resources. This web site takes you to a library for blind and visually impaired people. http://plch.lib.oh.us/info/main/lb/
- The Web Accessibility
Center
The Web Accessibility Center (WAC) was created in order to assist faculty in developing accessible distance education courses, as well as any on-line segments of OSU courses. - A Guide to
Disability Rights Laws - June 27, 2000
From the National Council On Disability. Provides a summary of the Federal legislation relating to disability with web links to responsible federal agencies. - EASI (Equal
Access to Software and Information)
EASI's mission is to serve as a resource to the education community by providing information and guidance in the area of access-to-information technologies by individuals with disabilities. We stay informed about developments and advancements within the adaptive computer technology field and spread that information to colleges, universities, K-12 schools, libraries and into the workplace. This site serves as a gateway to information about technology and disability. - ADA - OHIO
ADA-OHIO is a state wide non-profit organization that provides information, technical assistance and training about the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to individuals, businesses, state and local government agencies or municipalities. - Ohio Governor's
Council on People with Disabilities
The Ohio Governor's Council on People with Disabilities serves in an advisory capacity directly to the Governor and, as needed, to the General Assembly on issues related to the needs, problems and concerns of Ohioans with disabilities. - Graphic Symbols
for Accessibility
The complete set of graphic symbols developed by the Graphic Artists Guild is available for download. Ohio State University also has a partial set of accessibility symbols in a WORD document format. - Job Accommodation
Network
The Job Accommodation Network (JAN) is a free consulting service that provides information about job accommodations, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and the employability of people with disabilities.
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ALLIANCE MEMBERS: Akron - Family Services Canton-- Deaf Community Services Cleveland Hearing and Speech Center
Dayton- Community Services for the Deaf Lorain-- Community Services for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing of Lorain County Mansfield Deaf Services Portsmouth
-- Southern Ohio Medical Center Steubenville
-- Family Service Assoc. |
Columbus
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Deaf Services Center Toledo
-- Deaf Resource Center Youngstown
Hearing and Speech Zanesville
-- Southeast Community Center of the Deaf Ohio
Association of the Deaf Ohio
Resource Center on Deafness Rehabilitation
Services Commission State
Street Consultants Groundswell
Consultants McGough
& Associates, Inc. CCD Alliance
Administrator Updated: 08/02 |