I support this petition. As baby boomers continue to age, the percentage of people over 65 continues to increase. The Administration on Aging estimates that by 2030, there will be about 71.5 million people 65 years or older living in the United States, representing about 20% of the U.S. population (U.S. Administration on Aging, 2005). UT has an opportunity to continue its accessibility efforts and be a model best practice for other universities to follow. Accessbility knowledge for this population and their employers is vital for this demographic tsunami. Though many older workers may not need any accommodation, employers can expect an increasing number of employees with age-related limitations in need of accommodation. Limitations may be from aging, returning to work after an injury, the occurrence of a primary disability, the exacerbation of a long-term impairment, and/or prevention of a secondary impairment. Older workers may need accommodations related to independent living needs,...