Teresa Goddard

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Lead Consultant Assistive Technology Services

Teresa Goddard is the Lead Consultant for the Sensory Team and Assistive Technology Services at the Job Accommodation Network or JAN. Teresa provides consultation on rights and responsibilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and assists in identifying accommodation solutions.

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Jan. 2, 2024

223: Fueling Success at Work: How to Optimize Employee Dietary Needs

In celebration of National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), join me as I talk with Teresa Goddard from the Job Accommodation Network (JAN) to delve into the intricacies of accommodating employees with food allergies and other medically necessary dietary restrictions. NDEAM, observed each October, serves as a backdrop to this discussion, where we can all learn invaluable lessons for creating safe and inclusive experiences for employees in various workplace settings, from staff lunch meetings and company cafeterias to corporate sales meetings and boardrooms. Whether they have a food allergy or celiac disease, have to take certain medications, or eat or avoid certain foods at certain times, they want — MUST — take extreme caution in all environments. Discover best practices, practical strategies, and expert advice to ensure that every employee feels valued and can fully participate in these essential workplace events. Tune in to learn how to make every meal matter …