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Husson plans session on disability etiquette

BANGOR – Husson College occupational therapy students will hold an accessibility workshop 4:30-6:30 p.m. Thursday, April 24, at the Husson College Dyke Center for Family Business.

Participants will be introduced to information regarding disability etiquette and how to properly communicate with a person with a disability.

Students will demonstrate various environmental barriers businesses may unknowingly present to clients, along with low-cost solutions to accommodate areas that are not accessible.

Representatives from VSA Arts of Maine and Alpha One will provide specific solutions to meet a business’ unique needs. Certificates of Attendance will be awarded.

For reservations, call Lynn Gitlow at 941-1074 or e-mail Gitlowl@Husson.edu. For special accommodations, call Gitlow no later than April 14.


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