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Living Accessible
Empowering Accessibility Everywhere

We believe in a world where accessibility is not an afterthought but a fundamental right

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Mission Statement

At Living Accessible, we believe in a world where accessibility is not an afterthought but a fundamental right. Our mission is to empower individuals with disabilities by providing comprehensive, up-to-date information about disabled accessible colleges, rental units, and businesses. We are committed to breaking down barriers, fostering inclusivity, and creating a more accessible world for everyone.

Having access to a bathroom, a kitchen, a school and a retail building should be a consideration that every American has for our children, our veterans, and our communities.

Tony Joslin

CEO and Founder @ LivingAccessible.Com LLC

Highlights of Living Accessible

Education Access

Discover colleges and universities championing accessibility. Our comprehensive guide includes insights into campus facilities, support services, and adaptive learning resources that make higher education more inclusive.

Inclusive Living

Explore rental units designed with accessibility in mind. Our listings detail the availability of features like wheelchair ramps, braille signage, and other assistive technologies, ensuring a comfortable and independent living experience.

Business Accessibility

Find businesses that value inclusivity. From restaurants with braille menus to stores with accessible aisles, our directory helps you locate and support establishments that are making a real difference.

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At Living Accessible, we understand the importance of accessible education. This is our dedicated platform for evaluating and rating universities based on their accessibility features and inclusivity. This section empowers students with disabilities to make informed decisions about their education.

Introducing the Accessibility Index (AI Score):

We rate universities on a comprehensive scale known as the Accessibility Index (AI Score). The AI Score ranges from 1 to 10, with 10 representing exemplary accessibility and inclusivity standards.

Rating Criteria: Our AI Score evaluates universities based on several key criteria:
  1. Physical Accessibility (20%): Includes campus layout, availability of wheelchair ramps, elevators, accessible restrooms, and signage.
  2. Academic Accommodations (20%): Assesses the availability of adaptive learning technologies, support services, and accommodations for exams and coursework.
  3. Residential Inclusivity (15%): Focuses on accessible dormitories, living spaces, and related facilities.
  4. Health and Support Services (15%): Evaluates on-campus health services, counseling, and disability support offices.
  5. Social Inclusivity (10%): Considers student clubs, organizations, and events centered around inclusivity and accessibility.
  6. Technology and Innovation (10%): Looks at the integration of assistive technologies and innovative practices promoting accessibility.
  7. Community Feedback (10%): Reflects ratings and reviews by students and alumni with disabilities.
Our Rating Process:
  • Expert Evaluation: Our team of experts visits campuses and assesses them based on the above criteria.
  • Data Analysis: We analyze publicly available information and university-reported data.
  • Student and Alumni Surveys: We conduct surveys to gather firsthand experiences and opinions from current students and alumni with disabilities.
Soliciting Ratings:
  • University Submission: Universities are encouraged to submit information about their accessibility features and initiatives for evaluation.
  • Student and Alumni Reviews: Students and alumni with disabilities can submit their reviews and ratings through our platform.
  • Community Surveys: Periodic surveys will be distributed to our community to gather updated insights and experiences.
Why Rate My University?
  • Empowering Choice: Helps students with disabilities choose a university that best suits their needs.
  • Promoting Awareness: Encourages universities to prioritize accessibility and inclusivity.
  • Building a Community: Fosters a supportive network of students, alumni, and educators focused on accessible education.

Join Us in Making Education Accessible: Rate My U is more than just a rating system; it’s a commitment to making higher education accessible to all. By participating, you’re not only making an informed choice for yourself but also helping shape a more inclusive future for others.

Together, Let’s Redefine Accessible Education!

When I transferred schools to be back home near my family after my father’s heart attack, I was told that my new local college was accessible. But when I got to campus, I found out that it was not. I could only access half the campus. I was told I didn’t need access to the other half.

Tony Joslin

CEO and Founder @ LivingAccessible.Com LLC

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Living Accessible’s “Rate My Business” is a vital tool designed to evaluate and rate businesses on their accessibility for people with disabilities. Our goal is to highlight and encourage businesses that are committed to inclusivity and accessibility, making it easier for everyone to access their services and products.

Introducing the Business Accessibility Metric (BAM Score):

Our unique rating scale, the Business Accessibility Metric (BAM Score), assesses businesses on a scale of 1 to 10. A score of 10 indicates outstanding commitment to accessibility and inclusivity.

Rating Criteria: The BAM Score evaluates businesses on a variety of aspects, including:
  1. Entrance Accessibility (15%): Evaluates the accessibility of entrances, including ramps, automatic doors, and clear signage.
  2. Interior Navigation (15%): Assesses the ease of interior navigation, like wide aisles, accessible counters, and appropriate signage.
  3. Service Accessibility (15%): Looks at the availability of assistive devices, alternative service methods, and staff training in disability awareness.
  4. Communication Accessibility (15%): Considers the availability of alternative communication methods, such as braille, sign language services, and accessible websites.
  5. Facility Accessibility (10%): Focuses on accessible restrooms, seating, and other facilities.
  6. Customer Feedback (20%): Incorporates ratings and reviews from customers with disabilities.
  7. Innovation and Leadership (10%): Recognizes businesses that go beyond basic compliance, implementing innovative solutions and advocating for accessibility.
Our Rating Process:
  • Expert Assessments: Our team conducts thorough evaluations of business premises and services.
  • Customer Reviews: We collect and analyze reviews from customers with disabilities.
  • Continual Update: Ratings are periodically updated based on new reviews and changes in business practices.
Encouraging Business Participation:
  • Self-Assessment and Submission: Businesses are invited to complete a self-assessment survey and submit it for review.
  • Customer Engagement: Customers are encouraged to share their experiences and rate businesses through our platform.
Why Rate Businesses?
  • Supporting Inclusivity: Helps consumers support businesses that prioritize accessibility.
  • Encouraging Improvement: Motivates businesses to improve their accessibility features and services.
  • Building Community: Strengthens the bond between businesses and the disabled community, fostering a more inclusive society.

Join the Movement Towards Accessible Business Practices: By participating in Rate Businesses, you’re not just making informed choices as a consumer; you’re also helping to shape a more accessible and inclusive business landscape.

Together, We Can Create a World Where Business is Accessible to Everyone!

Using our rate my business portal will allow businesses to understand their deficiencies or to validate that they are up to the standard that LivingAccessible.Com LLC sets.

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Design Tips for Accessibility:

Our comprehensive design tips cover various aspects of creating accessible spaces, whether it’s in a home, workplace, or public setting.

  1. Home Accessibility: Learn how to modify homes to make them more navigable and comfortable for individuals with mobility, visual, and hearing impairments.
  2. Workplace Accessibility: Tips for employers and designers to create inclusive work environments that cater to the diverse needs of all employees.
  3. Public Space Accessibility: Guidelines for making public spaces, such as parks, museums, and stores, accessible and enjoyable for everyone.

Discover products designed to enhance accessibility and independence:

  1. Mobility Aids: From advanced wheelchairs to walking aids, find the latest in mobility technology.
  2. Assistive Technology: Explore technology solutions like speech-to-text software, screen readers, and specialized communication devices.
  3. Adaptive Furniture: Learn about furniture designed for comfort and accessibility, including adjustable beds, ergonomic chairs, and accessible kitchen units.
  4. Sensory-Friendly Products: Products catering to sensory sensitivities, such as noise-canceling headphones and tactile toys.
How We Select Products
  1. Expert Reviews: Our team of experts tests and reviews products for quality, usability, and accessibility.
  2. Community Recommendations: We also feature products recommended by our community of users with disabilities.
  3. Innovative Solutions: A special focus on innovative and emerging products that push the boundaries of accessibility.
Encouraging User Participation
  1. Empowering Independence: Our tips and product recommendations aim to empower individuals with disabilities to live more independently.
  2. Promoting Inclusivity: We believe that an accessible design is a crucial step towards a more inclusive world.
  3. Fostering Innovation: Highlighting innovative products encourages continual improvement and innovation in the field of accessibility.

 

Join Us in Making Accessibility a Standard: Whether you’re looking to modify your home, workplace, or just curious about the latest in accessibility products, Accessible Design Tips and Products is your go-to resource. Together, we can make accessibility a standard, not an exception.

Our Story

LivingAccessible.Com LLC was founded by Tony Joslin. Born with cerebral palsy, he understands what it’s like to live in a world not designed for him. He started LivingAccessible.Com LLC with the mission to assist physically and mentally challenged with accessibility issues at home, work and school.

I have a brother that’s 15 years older than me. He shot himself when he was 4. From the beginning, my mother believed that her kids needed to be as independent as possible. Before she had kids, she was a nurse and understood disabilities and their limitations. But she also knew how much disabled individuals could accomplish.

Then, she had my brother and he shot himself when he was 4 and that created his disability. Then I was born with cerebral palsy. So, my mother had her hands full. When my other brother started to drive, my disabled brother wanted to drive to. My mother was a single parent and couldn’t keep him from doing normal things. Tony would go into different situations, and they would be totally inaccessible, like he was a pink unicorn and because he didn’t show up much, they wouldn’t even address it. Tony would travel to different areas of the country and would see that the west coast would handle things differently then the central and the east coast. In the east coast the people care more about the historical nature of the buildings so are slow to make them accessible.

This problem has to change. We have to work together to build a more inclusive world.

Tony Joslin

CEO and Founder @ LivingAccessible.Com LLC

Accessible Blog Spot
Sharing Insights, Stories, and Ideas

  • Personal Stories: Experiences and narratives from individuals with disabilities, sharing their journeys and perspectives.
  • Tips and Guides: Practical advice on creating accessible spaces, using assistive technologies, and more.
  • Community Voices: Contributions from experts, advocates, and members of the disabled community.
  • Accessibility News: Updates on the latest developments, policies, and trends in the field of accessibility.

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