State of Nevada
Department of Health and Human Services
Aging and Disability Services Division
NOTICE UNDER THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT
The Aging and
Disability Services Division (ADSD) follows the Americans with Disabilities Act
of 1990 (ADA). ADSD treats all people equally and fairly when accessing and/or participating
in services, programs, or activities.
Employment: ADSD treats all people equally
when hiring or working. ADSD follows all rules from the U.S. Equal Employment
Opportunity Commission under Title I of the ADA.
How We Help You Communicate: ADSD will assist
people with disabilities so they can understand and share information. This
includes communication tools and services such as:
- Sign Language Interpreters;
- Braille documents; and
- Other tools to assist with communication for people
who are deaf, hard of hearing, or have speech or vision needs.
Modify Policies: ADSD will adjust
rules or programs to give people with disabilities the same services as
everyone else. For example, service animals are welcome in our offices, when
pets are normally not allowed.
If you need communication tools, services, or a change to
ADSD rules or programs ask as soon as you can. You must ask at least 2 business
days before the event.
Please use the ADSD ADA Inquiry
Form to make a request. The form can be found on our website at: https://adsd.nv.gov/.
The ADA does not
require ADSD to make changes that would completely change its programs or
services if it creates a financial strain on the agency.Complaint: If you feel ADSD’s programs,
services, or activities are not accessible, you can make a complaint. To make a
complaint complete the ADSD ADA Inquiry Form found here: State of NV Aging and Disability Services Division- ADA Inquiry Form
For help with the ADA Inquiry Form or to make a complaint
you can contact our ADA Coordinator at:
ADA services are provided at no cost to the
individual. For example, ADSD will pay for the cost of scheduling a sign
language interpreter.State of Nevada
Department of Health and Human Services
Aging and Disability Services Division
NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION AND ACCESSIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
The Aging and
Disability Services Division (ADSD) follows the law. We do not treat people
differently or unfairly based on race, color, where you are from, age,
disability, or sex.
ADSD provides free aids
and services to people with disabilities to communicate with us. This includes:
- Sign
language interpreters
- Written information
in large print, audio, or electronic formats
ADSD provides free
language services for people who speak languages other than English. This
includes:
- Language
interpreters
- Written information
in different languages
If you need these
services, contact ADSD program staff. You can also contact make a request by:
If you think ADSD has
treated you unfairly or has not provided these services, you can file a
complaint. You can file a complaint in person, by mail, or online. If you need
help filing a complaint, ADSD program staff are available to help you.
You can also file a
civil rights complaint with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services,
Office for Civil Rights. The complaint can be made electronically through
the Office for Civil Rights Complaint Portal at https://ocrportal.hhs.gov/ocr/. The complaint can
also be made by mail or phone at:
U.S. Department of
Health and Human Services
200 Independence Avenue, SW Room 509F
HHH Building Washington, D.C. 20201
1 800-368-1019 (Phone)
800 537-7697 (TDD)