I can’t speak for seminaries (mine does have stairs and I really don’t know about others) but if your friend does manage to find a seminary that can accommodate her, you should tell her about a shul called Yedidyah in the Bak’a neighborhood. In order to be as inclusive as possible, the shul has ONLY ramps and NO stairs (as opposed to most handicap-accessible places that have both stairs and ramps). I really admire the thoughtfulness and sensitivity in ensuring not only that those with disabilities can physically navigate the building, but also that they don’t have to feel self-conscious about being the only ones to make use of the ramp. (Not to mention those with physical disabilities which are less obvious, who may also feel embarrassed using ramps).
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