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GAIO Topic: Employment

  • September 18, 2026
    A dementia diagnosis does not take away your legal rights. Federal and state laws protect employees from unfair treatment at…
  • September 18, 2026
    A diagnosis of dementia does not automatically mean you lose your rights at work. Federal and state laws provide important…
  • September 18, 2026
    Anti-Discrimination Laws: Understanding Protected Classes Federal anti-discrimination laws are designed to make sure people are treated fairly at work. These…
  • September 18, 2026
    Protection Based on Age The Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) protects workers who are 40 years of age or…
  • September 18, 2026
    The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal civil rights law that protects qualified individuals with disabilities from discrimination…
  • September 18, 2026
    For many people, the answer is yes. Under the ADA, dementia may be considered a disability if it substantially limits…
  • September 18, 2026
    One of the most important protections provided by the ADA is the right to request reasonable accommodations. Reasonable accommodations are…
  • September 18, 2026
    The ADA requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations for qualified employees with disabilities. However, the law does not require employers…
  • September 18, 2026
    The ADA generally applies to employers with 15 or more employees. If your employer has fewer than 15 employees, you…
  • September 18, 2026
    Talking with Your Employer About a Dementia Diagnosis Talking with your employer about a dementia diagnosis is a personal decision.…