Job Accommodation Network

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:

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JAN's "Employers' Practical Guide to Reasonable Accommodation During the Hiring Process" provides ideas and resources for quickly providing effective and reasonable accommodations during the hiring process. https://AskJAN.org/publications/employers/employers-guide-hiring-process.cfm

The Job Accommodation Network has launched a new Mental Health Hub in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month. This one-stop resource is here to help both employers and workers better understand and navigate workplace accommodations for mental health needs. The hub brings together practical guidance, accommodation ideas, and helpful tools and resources that can support success at work. Visit AskJAN.org to explore the Mental Health Hub. https://AskJAN.org/mental_health_hub

Learn more about this year's National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) theme, announced this week by the U.S. Department of Labor .

Employers often have questions about how much medical documentation is needed during the accommodation process. The Job Accommodation Network offers guidance on a flexible, practical approach under the Americans with Disabilities Act that focuses on functional needs and effective communication, rather than unnecessary or overly broad medical requests. Read "A Flexible Approach to ADA Medical Documentation." https://askjan.org/publications/employers/A-Flexible-Approach-to-ADA-Medical-Documentation.cfm

The Office of Disability Employment Policy's Job Accommodation Network launched a new Mental Health Hub in recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month. This centralized resource helps employers and workers explore effective workplace accommodation solutions for mental health needs. Aligned with ODEP's commitment to promoting mental health-friendly workplaces, the hub offers practical guidance, accommodation insights, Americans with Disabilities Act-related information, and tools that support productivity, retention, and workplace success. Explore the Mental Health Hub at AskJAN.org to access tools and guidance that support informed accommodation decisions and effective workplace practices. https://AskJAN.org/mental_health_hub/

Requesting a workplace accommodation doesn't have to be complicated. The Job Accommodation Network provides a sample accommodation request letter that helps workers with disabilities clearly communicate their needs and begin a conversation with their employer. View the sample letter:

Misophonia is a condition where certain sounds can trigger strong emotional or physical reactions, which may make everyday work environments challenging for some individuals. The Job Accommodation Network has a new resource that explains misophonia and offers practical workplace accommodation strategies to support employees and help them succeed. Learn more: https://askjan.org/disabilities/Misophonia.cfm