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Before the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was enacted, individuals with disabilities faced widespread discrimination. They could be denied basic services such as dining in a restaurant or shopping in a grocery store, and employers could refuse to interview or hire them based solely on their disability. The ADA, passed in 1990, marked a significant turning point by prohibiting such discrimination, ensuring that all Americans—regardless of ability—are given an equal chance to participate fully in society. The ADA has helped to create a more inclusive environment, allowing individuals with disabilities to live, work, and thrive with dignity and fairness.
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Welcome to the Metropolitan Parent Center
The metropolitan Parent Center (MPC) is one of the only four Parent Training and Information Centers (PTIC) in all of New York State, providing information, training, and one-to-one support to families of children ages 0-26 with the full range of disabilities, and to the professionals who work with them. The MPC helps parents gain the skills and knowledge to help their children develop academic and functional skills that lead to independent productive adult lives.
Funded through the U.S. Department of Education under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.