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Adult and Community Learning Services

Disability Services

Sample Letter of Commitment

Date

To Whom It May Concern:

It is the policy of (Name of organization) to ensure that all our services, facilities, and accommodations are accessible to persons with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

We will provide persons with disabilities an equal opportunity to participate in or benefit from all services as offered to other individuals. To the greatest extent reasonable and possible, this will be done in the most integrated setting appropriate to the needs of the individual with a disability. (Name of organization) will not use standards, criteria, or methods of administration in our operation that screen out, exclude, or discriminate based on disability.

(Name of organization) is committed to making reasonable modifications in its policies, practices, programs, and procedures to afford equal opportunity to our facility and the services we offer. Where it is readily achievable, architectural and communication barriers will be removed. New structures and alterations will comply fully with all accessibility requirements. Auxiliary aids and services, as appropriate to the individual and where required by the ADA, will be provided.

This policy is neither exhaustive nor exclusive. (Name of organization) will take other actions necessary to ensure equal opportunity for persons with disabilities in accordance with the ADA and other applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Sincerely,

Name
Program Director



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