Advisory Council on People with Disabilities

Mission Statement

In order to advance public policy, procedures and services which ensure equity, opportunity and access for all persons with disabilities, the Nassau County Advisory Council on People with Disabilities will provide guidance to the County Executive and the Legislature on a broad range of matters related to County services, operations and governance. Members of the Council will apply their combined personal and professional expertise to the tasks of:

Recommending legislation, funding priorities and projects and programs designed with the intent to ensure full integration of all people with disabilities in economic, civic, and community life.
Identifying barriers to equity, opportunity, and access within County policies, procedures, and programs and presenting proposals to eliminate such barriers.
Consulting with County officials and lawmakers from a solutions-based perspective on matters which impact the community of people with disabilities

Public Safety/Fire

Smart 911
Lithium-Ion Battery Safety Information
Fire Safety for People with Disabilities
Have an evacuation plan. Know where your best exits are and make sure they are accessible.
Make sure smoke detectors, fire alarms, and CO (carbon monoxide) detectors are working. The batteries should be checked regularly. The NFPA(National Fire Prevention Association) recommends checking them once a month.
Understand the danger of using Lithium-Ion batteries and relevant safety practices
Indoor Sprinklers
Shaking Beds/Strobe Lights for the deaf/hearing impaired

Transportation

Apply for Able-Ride For more information on how to ride with Able-Ride:

Visit: https://www.nicebus.com/Able-Ride/How-to-Ride
Call: 516-228-4000