The Purpose of Disability Laws
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Objective
I can describe the purpose of disability laws.
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PBS Origins · 11:45Vetted channel
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Key concepts
3 concepts
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The Olmsted decision, resulting from Lois Curtis's case, allowed people with disabilities to receive care in their communities rather than institutions.
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In the past, institutions for the disabled often segregated and restrained individuals, providing inhumane treatment rather than improving their quality of life.
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The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), signed in 1990, prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities in areas like employment, transportation, and public accommodations.
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Practice
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What was the main goal of many institutions for disabled people in the 1800s?
Describe how the Olmsted decision impacted the lives of people with disabilities.
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“Describe the main goal of disability laws, using information from the video.”
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