In the 21 st Century, employers are more aware of disability issues and realize the benefits of having a diverse work environment. Accommodations can benefit all employees in the workplace. In particular, employers who are knowledgeable about accommodations will be better able to hire, retain and promote people who have disabilities.
Accommodations are typically low cost and easy to implement.
Data collected by JAN, provides evidence which shows that employers who have instituted accommodations for people with disabilities have actually benefited financially. The accommodation process involves many steps in determining an effective accommodation for an individual with a disability. The process is one that must be conducted on a case by case basis. The first step in the accommodation process should be to define the situation. In defining the situation, it is necessary to answer various questions pertaining to the specific individual, limitations and essential functions of the job.