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<<Disclaimer: Verify this information before applying it to your situation.>>

The American Celiac Disease Alliance  (ACDA) has developed and compiled the
most accurate and detailed resources to assist parents with school-age
celiac students.  The information was thoroughly researched and reviewed by
experts working in federal nutrition programs, school food service, and
disability rights.   We learned some very interesting things in the process,
such as the South Dakota's Wellness Plan for Schools references the need to
accommodate special diets and celiac sprue and Connecticut's manual
'Accommodating Special Dietary Needs' states that food service must
accommodate for severe medical conditions and lists celiac disease.

The new ACDA webpage responds to the most common questions, directly.  For
instance, 'Does the Americans with Disabilities Act define celiac disease as
a disability?  Answer:  No, it never mentions celiac disease.  It also seeks
to dispel myths - "a 504 plan is necessary for a child with celiac disease
to obtain GF lunches."  No, it is not.  A school may require a 504 plan, not
all of them do.  

The new school page also includes detailed resources, including: 

-       a Model 504 plan developed in conjunction with the Disability Rights
Educational Defense Fund (DREDF); 

-       a Sample physician statement, prepared with assistance from a
leading celiac specialist; 

-   State specific physician forms;

-       State specific information about special diets at school;

-       a Sample GF Lunch Menu; and 

-       Much more! 

All materials are now online at www.americanceliac.org/studentscd.htm .   

The information is designed to assist parents, teachers, administrators and
food service personnel.  We know that you will find the information
extremely helpful.

As always if you have any questions or need assistance in working with your
child's school please contact the ACDA.  Thank you.

Beth Hillson

President

American Celiac Disease Alliance 

 

 


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