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Is autism protected by the ADA? A guide for employers

Business Management Daily

They usually benefit from augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), such as special telecommunications technology. Prior to 2008, when Congress added amendments to the ADA, ASD was often not considered a disability under the ADA. Community living is also a common choice for individuals with severe ASD.

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10 Disability-Supported Job Boards That Can Make Your Search Easier

HR Digest

The authorized Social Security Administration Employment Network works to train job seekers and disabled employees on how to conduct these telecommunication jobs and then connect them to commercial and government employers who are looking to fill those roles.

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WCI 2024 is Upon Us

Florida Workers' Comp

Contributions were made to establish telecommunications for the appellate court system, allowing litigants to present oral arguments to the court without having to travel to Tallahassee. Contributions were made to help retrain division employees who had lost their jobs because of automation and state restructuring.