Accessibility Informational Resources

Americans with Disability Act (ADA) - The US Department of Justice webpage contains information about ADA regulations, technical assistance and enforcement. (This link leaves the Department of Health Services website.)

The Wisconsin Programs and Services Access Self-Assessment Checklist - Self-assessment tool to assist entities evaluate the physical accessibility of their facilities, as well as the accessibility of programs, services and activities they operate. The self-assessment was developed through a joint effort of the Wisconsin Departments of Children and Families, Department of Health Services, and Department of Workforce Development. It takes into consideration the Americans with Disability Act 1990 Accessibility Guidelines and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 requirements. Compliance with this checklist does not guarantee compliance with the requirements of the ADA or Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. For a complete checklist refer to the ADA Accessibility Guidelines for Buildings and Facilities (ADAAG) (exit DHS).

Services for People with Disabilities - The Wisconsin Department of Health Services web page lists programs and services designed to assist the removal of barriers, increase access and provide support to people with disabilities.

Office for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing - The Wisconsin Department of Health Services Office for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing provides information, referral, support and training for people who are deaf or hard of hearing.  In addition, the Office for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing can provide training to service providers and others about technology, issues, and laws that relate to the rights of people that are deaf or hard of hearing.

Bureau for the Blind - The Wisconsin Department of Health Services Bureau for the Blind is a source for anyone who needs information about resources to serve our blind or visually impaired population.

Services for the Elderly - From this page you can access a variety of information on programs and services in Wisconsin for older adults and caregivers.

National Council on Disability  -The National Council on Disability is an independent federal agency making recommendations to the President and Congress on issues affecting Americans with disabilities.  (This link leaves the Department of Health Services website.)

The Great Lakes ADA & IT Center is one of 10 regional centers funded by the National Institute on Disability and Rehabilitation Research, a division of the U.S. Department of Education.  Its purpose is to provide technical assistance and training to businesses and people with disabilities regarding the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA).   (This link leaves the Department of Health Services website.)

Telecommunications Relay Services - Information about the Telecommunications Relay Service that enables standard voice telephone users to talk to people who have difficulty hearing or speaking on the telephone. (This link leaves the Department of Health Services website.)

Deaf-Talk provides a mobile videophone conference unit that connects to certified translators within minutes of a request. The customer pays a monthly subscription fee for use of the equipment and for  stand-by capacity: the availability is 24/7. The cost of the actual translation is charged by the minute.  (This link leaves the Department of Health Services website.)

Sprint Relay Online (SRO) is a service offered to deaf and hard of hearing individuals that allows them to place relay calls over the Internet between locations in the United States (including its territories). International calls will either be blocked or terminated. (This link leaves the Department of Health Services website.)

CSD of Wisconsin assists hearing, deaf or hard of hearing individuals access services and information through the use of professional sign language interpreters. Services can be requested by anyone, whether deaf or hard of hearing, for public or private events in our service areas 24 hours a day, seven days a week. (This link leaves the Department of Health Services website.)

Last Revised: July 12, 2010