Fwd: Blake at the mall

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Sent from my iPhone Begin forwarded message:Date: December 20, 2010 6:37:21 PM ESTTo: Mom and Dad , Hunter Herskowitz Subject: Blake at the mallBlake was asked to leave the mall today for being too happy. He was jumping up and down because he was excited. I wasn't with him-he was with his caregiver. Blake goes to the mall about 4 times a week so ever security officer knows him. He wasn't touching anyone. He wasn't impinging upon anyones personal space as he was in an area where people were sitting. He certainly wasn't making too much noise as the mall was full of people being that it's only a few days until X-M'as. When asked why he had to leave, the security officer replied that Blake was jumping. Too bad I wasn't there. I would have pointed out every typical young child there who was either crying, whining, laughing, jumping or making any other sound or body movement. Unfortunately this was not the first time this has happened. It will be the last as I plan to call the general manager and do some education about autism and disabled people in general. I feel like it's 1995. I remember dealing with this stuff when Blake was little. But I guess we still have to advocate even though every other TV show is about autism these days. I put in a call to the security dept director and am waiting for his call.

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How sad, I wonder what the mall would think if parents didn't shop because we couldn't bring our happy children there. Keep me posted and if you need anything let me know.

Good Luck

Carol

Subject: Fwd: Blake at the mallTo: " Karp" <deniseslist >Date: Tuesday, December 21, 2010, 12:20 PM

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Date: December 20, 2010 6:37:21 PM ESTTo: Mom and Dad , Hunter Herskowitz Subject: Blake at the mall

Blake was asked to leave the mall today for being too happy. He was jumping up and down because he was excited. I wasn't with him-he was with his caregiver. Blake goes to the mall about 4 times a week so ever security officer knows him.

He wasn't touching anyone. He wasn't impinging upon anyones personal space as he was in an area where people were sitting. He certainly wasn't making too much noise as the mall was full of people being that it's only a few days until X-M'as. When asked why he had to leave, the security officer replied that Blake was jumping.

Too bad I wasn't there. I would have pointed out every typical young child there who was either crying, whining, laughing, jumping or making any other sound or body movement.

Unfortunately this was not the first time this has happened. It will be the last as I plan to call the general manager and do some education about autism and disabled people in general. I feel like it's 1995. I remember dealing with this stuff when Blake was little. But I guess we still have to advocate even though every other TV show is about autism these days. I put in a call to the security dept director and am waiting for his call.

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You should call the local news and let them know. Let them go ask the mall manager and see how the mall likes a news crew hanging around there discriminating against special needs kids during the holidays.

Blake at the mall

Blake was asked to leave the mall today for being too happy. He was jumping up and down because he was excited. I wasn't with him-he was with his caregiver. Blake goes to the mall about 4 times a week so ever security officer knows him.

He wasn't touching anyone. He wasn't impinging upon anyones personal space as he was in an area where people were sitting. He certainly wasn't making too much noise as the mall was full of people being that it's only a few days until X-M'as. When asked why he had to leave, the security officer replied that Blake was jumping.

Too bad I wasn't there. I would have pointed out every typical young child there who was either crying, whining, laughing, jumping or making any other sound or body movement.

Unfortunately this was not the first time this has happened. It will be the last as I plan to call the general manager and do some education about autism and disabled people in general. I feel like it's 1995. I remember dealing with this stuff when Blake was little. But I guess we still have to advocate even though every other TV show is about autism these days. I put in a call to the security dept director and am waiting for his call.

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Please let me go to the mall with you! What mall was that? I am appalled... I don't even know what to say. That's outrageous and I'm so sorry for him having had that experience and for you too, A's his mom. UGH... Sent from my iPhone

Sent from my iPhone Begin forwarded message:Date: December 20, 2010 6:37:21 PM ESTTo: Mom and Dad , Hunter Herskowitz Subject: Blake at the mallBlake was asked to leave the mall today for being too happy. He was jumping up and down because he was excited. I wasn't with him-he was with his caregiver. Blake goes to the mall about 4 times a week so ever security officer knows him. He wasn't touching anyone. He wasn't impinging upon anyones personal space as he was in an area where people were sitting. He certainly wasn't making too much noise as the mall was full of people being that it's only a few days until X-M'as. When asked why he had to leave, the security officer replied that Blake was jumping. Too bad I wasn't there. I would have pointed out every typical young child there who was either crying, whining, laughing, jumping or making any other sound or body movement. Unfortunately this was not the first time this has happened. It will be the last as I plan to call the general manager and do some education about autism and disabled people in general. I feel like it's 1995. I remember dealing with this stuff when Blake was little. But I guess we still have to advocate even though every other TV show is about autism these days. I put in a call to the security dept director and am waiting for his call.

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Give 'em hell! Courage is not always the lion's roarit is sometimes a heart at the end of the daysaying," I will try again tomorrow"Anon

Sent from my iPhone Begin forwarded message:Date: December 20, 2010 6:37:21 PM ESTTo: Mom and Dad , Hunter Herskowitz Subject: Blake at the mallBlake was asked to leave the mall today for being too happy. He was jumping up and down because he was excited. I wasn't with him-he was with his caregiver. Blake goes to the mall about 4 times a week so ever security officer knows him. He wasn't touching anyone. He wasn't impinging upon anyones personal space as he was in an area where people were

sitting. He certainly wasn't making too much noise as the mall was full of people being that it's only a few days until X-M'as. When asked why he had to leave, the security officer replied that Blake was jumping. Too bad I wasn't there. I would have pointed out every typical young child there who was either crying, whining, laughing, jumping or making any other sound or body movement. Unfortunately this was not the first time this has happened. It will be the last as I plan to call the general manager and do some education about autism and disabled people in general. I feel like it's 1995. I remember dealing with this stuff when Blake was little. But I guess we still have to advocate even though every other TV show is about

autism these days. I put in a call to the security dept director and am waiting for his call.

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I think we all need to memorize this. Americans with Disabilities ActClasses:Introduction to the ADA > Employment > Government / Public Transportation > Public AccommodationPublic Accommodations > Take the Test > Definitions > Title III Requirements > Existing Barriers / New ConstructionPublic AccommodationsTitle III covers the private sector. It requires that a wide range of public accommodations in the private sector remove physical, communications and procedural barriers to access by people with disabilities. Title III addresses the widespread exclusion of people with disabilities from the routine activities of everyday life which most Americans take for granted. Title III covers sales, rental and service establishments, as well as educational institutions, recreation facilities and

service centers.Title III covers public accommodations, commercial facilities and private entities that offer examinations or courses related to licensing or certification, and transportation provided to the public by private agencies became effective January 26, 1992 and is enforced by the United States Department of Justice.Who is Covered by Title III of the ADA?Title III covers public accommodations defined as private entities that own, operate, lease to places of public accommodation. It covers commercial facilities and private entities or agencies that offer certain examinations and courses related to educational or occupational certification.What is a Public Accommodation?Places of public accommodations include, but are not limited to restaurants, hotels, theaters, convention centers, retail stores, shopping malls, dry cleaners, laundromats, pharmacies, doctors' offices, hospitals,

museums, libraries, parks, zoos, amusement parks, private schools, day care centers, health spa and bowling alleys.Commercial facilities are nonresidential facilities, including office buildings, factories and warehouses.Entities controlled by religious organizations including churches, synagogues and mosques are not covered.Private clubs are not covered, except to the extent that the facilities of the private club are made available to customers of a place of public accommodation.State and local governments are not covered by Title III. They are covered by Title II.Requirements of Title IIIModifications in Policies, Practices and Procedures:A public accommodation must make reasonable modifications in policies, practices and procedures to accommodate people with disabilities.An accommodation is not required if it will fundamentally alter the goods, services or

operation of a public accommodation. For example, a department store may have to alter its policy of only allowing one person at a time in the dressing room, if a person with a disability requires assistance with dressing.Modifications in existing policy must be made to accommodate guide dogs and service animals.The ADA does not require specialists to provide their services outside of their legitimate areas of specialization. For example, a burn specialist may refer a person with a disability who is not seeking burn treatment to another provider. However, the burn specialist cannot refuse to treat a person with HI disease who is seeking treatment for burns. Enforcement of Title III of the ADATitle III of the ADA is enforced by the United States Department of Justice. Private parties can bring law suits to obtain court orders to stop discrimination. No monetary damages will be awarded, but a reasonable attorney's

fee may be awarded.Individuals may also file complaints with the United States Attorney General who is authorized to bring lawsuits in cases of general public importance or where a pattern or practice of discrimination is alleged. In these suits, monetary, not punitive damages and civil penalties may be awarded. The award may not exceed $50,000 for a first violation and $100,000 for any subsequent violation.

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Give 'em hell! Courage is not always the lion's roarit is sometimes a heart at the end of the daysaying, " I will try again tomorrow " Anon

Sent from my iPhone Begin forwarded message:Date: December 20, 2010 6:37:21 PM ESTTo: Mom and Dad , Hunter Herskowitz Subject: Blake at the mallBlake was asked to leave the mall today for being too happy. He was jumping up and down because he was excited. I wasn't with him-he was with his caregiver. Blake goes to the mall about 4 times a week so ever security officer knows

him. He wasn't touching anyone. He wasn't impinging upon anyones personal space as he was in an area where people were

sitting. He certainly wasn't making too much noise as the mall was full of people being that it's only a few days until X-M'as. When asked why he had to leave, the security officer replied that Blake was jumping. Too bad I wasn't there. I would have pointed out every typical young child there who was either crying, whining, laughing, jumping or making any other sound or body movement. Unfortunately this was not the first time this has happened. It will be the last as I plan to call the general manager and do some education about autism and disabled people in general. I feel like it's 1995. I remember dealing with this stuff when Blake was little. But I guess we still have to advocate even though every other TV

show is about

autism these days. I put in a call to the security dept director and am waiting for his call.

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Does Blake wear a medical id bracelet or shoe tag or similar? I ran across one

the other day online, don't remember where now, but I was thinking it was a

great idea for our kids. When our kids don't present " properly " something as

small as an id tag might give the parents/caregivers validation and power over

those less enlightened. So many ignorant people, so little time What mall is

it BTW...

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Try MedicAlert bracelets - I have one for my daughter and it is so much easier now when we travel especially for the security at airports.

To: sList Sent: Wed, December 22, 2010 10:05:22 AMSubject: Re: Fwd: Blake at the mall

Does Blake wear a medical id bracelet or shoe tag or similar? I ran across one the other day online, don't remember where now, but I was thinking it was a great idea for our kids. When our kids don't present "properly" something as small as an id tag might give the parents/caregivers validation and power over those less enlightened. So many ignorant people, so little time What mall is it BTW...

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I would call the newspapers/tv stations. This is outrageous. I'm so sorry this happened.

To: "sList " <sList >Sent: Tue, December 21, 2010 4:37:53 PMSubject: Re: Fwd: Blake at the mall

Please let me go to the mall with you! What mall was that? I am appalled... I don't even know what to say. That's outrageous and I'm so sorry for him having had that experience and for you too, A's his mom. UGH... Sent from my iPhone

Sent from my iPhone

Begin forwarded message:

Date: December 20, 2010 6:37:21 PM ESTTo: Mom and Dad , Hunter Herskowitz Subject: Blake at the mall

Blake was asked to leave the mall today for being too happy. He was jumping up and down because he was excited. I wasn't with him-he was with his caregiver. Blake goes to the mall about 4 times a week so ever security officer knows him.

He wasn't touching anyone. He wasn't impinging upon anyones personal space as he was in an area where people were sitting. He certainly wasn't making too much noise as the mall was full of people being that it's only a few days until X-M'as. When asked why he had to leave, the security officer replied that Blake was jumping.

Too bad I wasn't there. I would have pointed out every typical young child there who was either crying, whining, laughing, jumping or making any other sound or body movement.

Unfortunately this was not the first time this has happened. It will be the last as I plan to call the general manager and do some education about autism and disabled people in general. I feel like it's 1995. I remember dealing with this stuff when Blake was little. But I guess we still have to advocate even though every other TV show is about autism these days. I put in a call to the security dept director and am waiting for his call.