Objectives◦Discussion of disability regulations and the

identification of rights for students and in subsequent workforce.

◦Viewing of videos related to patient advocacy and Section 504.

◦Link to the American Diabetes Association resource page.

LESSON SEVEN: DIABETIC RIGHTS

Americans with Disabilities Act◦ The Americans with Disabilities Act is a federal law that prohibits discrimination against

qualified individuals with disabilities.  

Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973◦ Section 504 is a federal civil rights law to prohibit discrimination on the basis of disability.

Family and Medical Leave Act◦ The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) requires employers to provide up to 12 weeks of

unpaid leave due to health conditions.

Individuals with Disabilities Education Act◦ The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) is a federal law that requires states to

provide a "free, appropriate public education" to children with disabilities.

National Disability Resources◦ A list of other resources and organizations to focus on disability.

State Laws and Policies◦ State laws and regulations determine who in the school setting is allowed to perform or assist

with diabetes care tasks.

Laws and Regulations

Section 504 is federal civil rights law under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. It provides protection against discrimination for individuals with disabilities.

A student is entitled to a Section 504 Accommodation Plan if they have been identified and the evaluation shows that the individual has a mental or physical impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities. Diabetes falls under the classification of disability.

Guidelines for Educators and Administrators for Implementing Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973—Subpart D

504 Plans

Video

SOURCE: Pumpwear. “Back To School With Diabetes, Carb Labels,504 plan and School emergency boxes.” Online video clip. YouTube. YouTube, 3 Aug. 2010. Web. 24 Aug. 2013.

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