Job Accommodation Network

Employers invest in apprenticeships to build skilled worker pipelines. Providing the right accommodations helps ensure all apprentices succeed. Join us on April 30 at 2:00 p.m. ET for a free webcast: "Supporting Apprentice Success: Unlocking the Power of American Workers with Disabilities through Apprenticeship." Experts from the Job Accommodation Network and EARN - Employer Assistance and Resource Network on Disability will share practical insights on strengthening apprenticeship programs and supporting apprentices with disabilities across the apprenticeship journey, from pre-apprenticeship to on-the-job training. Supporting apprentice success helps employers build reliable talent pipelines while ensuring workers have the tools they need to succeed. Register today! https://AskJAN.org/events/register/Webcast-Series.cfm

Need help navigating the accommodation process? JAN offers practical guidance, tools, and resources to support effective accommodations. Whether you’re an HR professional, supervisor, or employee, JAN can help! https://AskJAN.org/toolkit/Accommodation-Process-Support.cfm

What should you do when an employee requests to bring a service animal to work? Employers should evaluate the request carefully, just like any other accommodation request, on a case by case basis and consider all relevant facts, not assumptions. JAN offers free, confidential guidance on service animal accommodation requests and other workplace solutions. https://AskJAN.org/articles/What-to-do-When-an-Employee-Requests-an-Accommodation-to-Bring-their-Service-Animal-to-Work.cfm

Accommodations are often simple, low-cost, and highly effective. They level the playing field for Americans with disabilities, boost productivity, help attract and retain talent, build adaptable teams, and support ADA compliance. https://AskJAN.org/Toolkit/Reasonable-Accommodation-Basics.cfm

Construction workers power the projects that keep our communities growing. With effective accommodations, workers with temporary or permanent disabilities can continue contributing their skills safely and effectively. From task adjustments to equipment modifications, the Job Accommodation Network has practical solutions organized by job categories to support success on the jobsite. Discover accommodation ideas that help keep skilled construction workers building what matters. https://askjan.org/articles/Accommodating-Construction-Workers-with-Disabilities.cfm

Empowering workers with disabilities begins with practical, high-quality support. The Job Accommodation Network (JAN) and the Employer Assistance and Resource Network on Disability (EARN) help employers and workers: - Discover workplace accommodations that enhance productivity - Learn how to retain top talent with accessible practices - Explore effective supports and resources Whether you're a worker, employer, or policymaker, JAN and EARN can help. Learn more about these FREE technical assistance services:

Cognitive disabilities can affect understanding information, planning, remembering tasks, or staying on schedule. Supports like reminders, timers, task lists, or process cues can help. JAN offers free, confidential guidance to help identify effective workplace solutions. Learn more: https://AskJAN.org/articles/Cognitive-Impairment-and-the-Interactive-Process.cfm

Supporting employees with low vision often includes tailoring computer access beyond standard settings. While larger monitors and basic magnifiers can help some individuals, a mix of hardware, optimized accessibility features, and assistive software tends to deliver more effective results over time. Whether you're an employee or employer, JAN offers free, confidential guidance to explore the best solutions for your situation. Learn more: https://AskJAN.org/blogs/jan/2019/09/choosing-among-options-for-computer-users-with-low-vision.cfm

Mental health matters at work and support begins with effective accommodations. The Department of Labor’s Job Accommodation Network (JAN) helps employers create a workplace where everyone can thrive. JAN provides expert, confidential accommodation guidance to help employers and workers create mental-health friendly workplaces. Watch the video to learn more:

Join the Job Accommodation Network on March 12, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Eastern, for the webcast "Beyond What You Can See: Understanding and Accommodating Workers with Nonapparent Disabilities." Registration is free. Claim your spot today. https://AskJAN.org/events/register/Webcast-Series.cfm