ThinkDIFFERENTLY

Think Accessible Community Certification

The Think Accessible Community Certification Program marks the next step in Dutchess County’s commitment to ensuring that residents and visitors with disabilities can fully participate in all that their community offers. The Think Accessible Community Certification Program invites businesses and municipalities to evaluate their accessibility practices, implement improvements and earn certification at the Gold, Silver, or Bronze level based on established criteria.

Dutchess County Think Accessible Community Certification Application for Municipalities

Use this form to submit an application for a municipality in Dutchess County.  This application should be submitted by an official of the municipality with authority to represent the municipality.

Dutchess County Think Accessible Community Certification Application for Businesses

Use this form to submit an application on behalf of your business in Dutchess County.  This application should be submitted by an officer of the business with authority to represent the business.

Think Accessible Community Certification criteria (.pdf)

List of Think Accessible Certified Businesses in Dutchess County (.pdf)

Launched by Dutchess County Executive Marcus J. Molinaro in 2015, the "ThinkDIFFERENTLY" initiative seeks to change the way individuals, businesses, organizations and communities relate to our neighbors with all abilities.

"ThinkDIFFERENTLY" is our call to action, and it has been embraced throughout Dutchess County, New York State and across the nation. More and more people from all walks of life are choosing to focus on the inherent potential of every individual, regardless of ability.

With our ThinkDIFFERENTLY.net website, residents have a resource like no other, offering simple navigation through the comprehensive array of services available — connecting families to resources, events, information, and each other.   

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