Accommodation

The provision of a suitable accessible environment based on the functional needs of the individual to be able to perform his/her tasks effectively within the relevant setting (e.g. education, work, etc.).

Reasonable Accommodation

Modifications or adjustments to tasks, environments or to ways things are done, without putting an unfair burden on the organization making these changes, that enable people with disabilities to have an equal opportunity to participate in education, employment, and community. It is important for organizations to have a definition of “Reasonable Accommodation,” so that people with disabilities have a clear understanding of what can be expected should a request for adjustment be made.