HARRISBURG — The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania has reached a civil settlement with Roll R Way requiring the skating center chain to modify its policies to ensure equal access for individuals with disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act.

According to U.S. Attorney Brian D. Miller, the settlement resolves complaints from several families whose children have Type 1 diabetes. The families alleged they were denied entry to Roll R Way facilities because they were carrying food and drinks needed to treat low blood sugar, in violation of the company’s “no outside food or drink” policy.

Federal officials said the policy prevented families from bringing medically necessary diabetes supplies into the skating centers, denying them equal access to the businesses. The agreement also addresses the needs of patrons with food allergies and other dietary restrictions requiring reasonable accommodations.

Under the settlement, Roll R Way must revise its “no outside food or drink” policy to provide reasonable accommodations for patrons with diabetes and other dietary restrictions. The company also agreed to train employees on the revised policy, notify customers that accommodations are available upon request and pay $500 to each of the complainant families.

Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act prohibits public accommodations, including family amusement centers, from denying people with disabilities equal access to their goods and services.

The settlement was reached to avoid the costs of litigation and does not constitute an admission of liability by Roll R Way.