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Interview w/ Participant in Capitol Crawl

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Interview w/ Participant in Capitol Crawl

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1. How does the law change how our society thinks about people with disabilities? Think about the Ugly laws in comparison to the ADA.

2. Do you think laws influence how Americans perceive people with Disabilities?

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1. There was a debate with ADAPT about if the capitol crawl was the best way to protest. What are your thoughts on this?

2. Why do you think the Disability Equality in Education capitol crawl was ultimately effective in motivating congress, and why do you think some people opposed doing it?

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The Capitol Crawl: Taking a crawl in history - State level

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1. How has treatment of veterans who have disabilities evolved over time?

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National Home for Disabled Volunteer Soldiers, Eastern Branch, Governor's Quarters, Augusta, Maine. Photo by Jet Lowe, Historic American Buildings Survey (HABS ME-228-Q-1). From the collections of the Library of Congress (Public Domain, http://www.loc.gov/pictures/item/me0411.photos.578).

One of the most enduring options for the care and treatment of soldiers has been Veterans Affairs National Homes for Disabled Volunteer Soldiers. In 1865 these homes became available to Union soldiers only; Southern states provided for Confederate veterans in similar institutions. In the following years, states opened branches across the country. Some of these included New York, South Dakota, Ohio, Virginia, Kansas, and Indiana. The Maine Governor's House served "any worthy soldiers... if suffering under such a degree of disability that the privileges and comforts of such a home as this would be convenient to him." Veterans' Homes and hospitals often offered other therapeutic practices, such as farm work, workshops, and mineral springs on their campuses. Beginning in 1930, the Veterans Bureau managed these Homes. Later on, the Bureau was renamed the Department of Veterans Affairs. There are now more than 1500 facilities in all states and territories.

Today, the National Park Service partners with organizations that offer alternative programs for recovery, supporting injured soldiers who struggle mentally, spiritually, and physically. These are sometimes known as "invisible disabilities." The Wounded Warrior Project and The Mission Continues are two such examples. Both programs offer healing opportunities to veterans in natural settings. Gardening, trail-building, and hiking are some of the ways that veterans can participate. As previous director of the National Park Service Mary Bomar said, "National parks are places of refuge and inspiration. I am thrilled that this partnership will allow more veterans to be rejuvenated by the serenity, beauty, and recreational opportunities found in parks."

Article by Perri Meldon.

This article is part of the Telling All Americans' Stories Disability History Series. The series focuses on telling selected stories through historic places. It offers a glimpse into the rich and varied history of Americans with disabilities.

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Disability History: Military and Disability (U.S. National Park Service)

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One of the most enduring options for the care and treatment of soldiers has been Veterans Affairs National Homes for Disabled Volunteer Soldiers. In 1865 these homes became available to Union soldiers only; Southern states provided for Confederate veterans in similar institutions. In the following years, states opened branches across the country.

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1. How can we, as a society, both benefit from genetic technologies as well as prevent such technologies from being used to discriminate against certain groups?

2. What authority did the Buck v. Bell Supreme Court decision give to state and local governments?

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1. In what ways has the ADA changed the workplace and the lives of people with disabilities since its passage in 1990?

2. What challenges do people with disabilities still face in accessing education, employment, and other aspects of daily life, despite the protections provided by the ADA?

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History of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) | Move to Include | PBS LearningMedia

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The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was passed in 1990. The ADA has made a great impact in the lives of people with disabilities. The accommodations have increased inclusion and accessibility in the community and help everyone. At the Museum of disAbility History in Buffalo, New York we meet staff members Israel Cruz & Doug Platt to discuss the outcomes.