Educators meet in Charlottesville with goal of improving disability access in higher education
More than a lifesaver, Charlottesville woman and her service dog are ‘better together’
Concerns raised over Charlottesville utility poles placement violating ADA laws
“Lunch and Learn” discusses accessibility in houses
Disabled woman files Fair Housing suit against State Delegate March
Charlottesville Cardinals bring Wheelchair Basketball to Walton Middle School
Pregnant Women with Disabilities more likely to experience Partner Violence
Let’s Talk – Living with a Disability
Email Ballots with Screen Reader Technology Available to Charlottesville Absentee Voters with Disabilities
Governor Northam Launches Rent and Mortgage Relief Program to Assist Virginians Facing Eviction or Foreclosure
Educators meet in Charlottesville with goal of improving disability access in higher education
May 29 2026
ALBEMARLE COUNTY, Va. — Over 100 educators met in Charlottesville Thursday, May 28, to give people with disabilities better access to higher education.
The Association on Higher Education and Disability in Virginia and the Virginia Higher Education Accessibility Partners came together at Piedmont Virginia Community College to learn and discuss how to help students with disabilities overcome barriers their peers often don’t.
For $145, attendees could go to two different sessions. One session tackled ADA compliance on campuses, while another addressed how schools can standardize the intake process that disabled students must complete before college. Read More
More than a lifesaver, Charlottesville woman and her service dog are ‘better together’
Sep 20 2024
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) – A service dog named Irene is being recognized for her service after saving her partner’s life.
“I’ve had Irene, I’ve been paired up with her for six years and I definitely feel that, that is 6 years I wouldn’t have had without her. Absolutely,” said Tamera Mason, Irene’s partner.
Mason and Irene go together like two peas in a pod. Read More
Concerns raised over Charlottesville utility poles placement violating ADA laws
Aug 27 2024
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) – Concern has been raised over an ongoing ADA violation in Charlottesville.
The issue stems from where utility poles are placed, forcing some people off the sidewalk and onto the road.
“When you force people who use wheelchairs out into the street, you’re just asking for catastrophe,” Independence Resource Center Tom Vandever said. Read More
“Lunch and Learn” discusses accessibility in houses
Feb 9 2024
STAUNTON, Va. (WHSV) – Housing advocates are keeping the conversations going after the two days SAW Housing Summit that was held last year.
The topic of this most recent “Lunch and Learn” was centered around accessible housing and housing for older adults. Scott Pruett, Director of the Universal Design Project said why there is some accessibility legislation found under fair housing laws there is not a lot of regulations when it comes to accessibility in the housing market.
“The ADA does not apply to privately owned homes, it is more for commercial spaces,” said Scott Pruett.
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Disabled woman files Fair Housing suit against State Delegate March
Dec 23 2022
A disabled Christiansburg woman who is renting an apartment in a boarding house owned by state Del. Marie March, R-Floyd County, has filed a complaint with the Virginia Fair Housing Board against March and her company, Big Bear Properties LLC. Read More
Charlottesville Cardinals bring Wheelchair Basketball to Walton Middle School
Nov 22 2022
The Charlottesville Cardinals team was at Walton Middle School demonstrating how they play and giving kids a chance to experience the game from their point of view. See More
Pregnant Women with Disabilities more likely to experience Partner Violence
Oct 19 2022
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) – A recent study by the University of Virginia says pregnant women with disabilities are more likely to experience violence in relationships.
“We also know that health care providers are less likely to discuss sexual and reproductive health care with this population, often viewing them as asexual. So, these women aren’t receiving critical information on contraception and other important aspects of sexual and reproductive health care,” Jeanne Alhusen said.
Women with disabilities also struggle to find help and resources if they do reach out for help. Read More
Email Ballots with Screen Reader Technology Available to Charlottesville Absentee Voters with Disabilities
Sep 30 2020
Governor Northam Launches Rent and Mortgage Relief Program to Assist Virginians Facing Eviction or Foreclosure
Jun 30 2020
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