by Amber Carlton
Assistance Animals allow people with disabilities to access the world in new and exciting ways. But assistance animals also have been greatly debated in the public arena for a long time. Courtney Stone, Senior Manager of Independent Living, and Elle Livengood, Community Advocacy Coordinator, discuss the ins and outs of this important topic, including:
- The difference between service animals and emotional support animals.
- The two types of animals that qualify as service animals.
- Whether you need proof that your animal is a service animal.
- The two questions you can legally ask about service animals.
To listen to the podcast, click below.
For more information on assistance animals, call The IC’s Advocacy Department at 719-471-8181 or email elivengood@the-ic.org.