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Associations, Organizations, and Online Journals:
- Ability Forum Community Access Through Technology.
- Ability Magazine ABILITY Magazine is the first publication focusing on disabilities to crossover into mainstream America. ABILITY Magazine provides information on New Technologies, the "Americans with Disability Act", Travel and Leisure, Employment Opportunities for People with Disabilities, Human interest Stories, National and Local Resource Centers and more. ABILITY Magazine helps remove the misunderstandings and erase the stereotypes that surround disability issues.
- Ability OnLine NEW 1/2/02 Ability OnLine is a friendly and safe computer friendship network where children and youth with disabilities or chronic illnesses connect to each other as well as to their friends, family members, caregivers and supporters.
- Alliance for Public Technology Documents, Telecommunications Policy Issue Sites.
- American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD) Welcome to the online home of the AAPD. We're a non-profit, non-partisan, cross-disability organization whose goals are unity, leadership and impact.
- The American Foundation for the Blind "American Foundation for the Blind (AFB), a U.S. nonprofit organization enabling blind or visually impaired people to achieve equality and access. Provides information and referrals about living with visual impairment. Helen Keller devoted over 40 years of her life to AFB."
- AMPUTATION The Online Magazine for Amputees.
- Association for Retarded Citizens With more than 1,100 affiliated chapters and 140,000 members across the United States, The Arc (formerly Association for Retarded Citizens of the United States) is the country's largest voluntary organization committed to the welfare of all children and adults with mental retardation and their families. Comprised of individuals with mental retardation, family members, professionals in the field of disability and other concerned citizens.
- The Brain Injury Association The BIA is an organization devoted to serving people with brain injuries and their families. It also seeks to promote Brain Injury prevention as well as research into Brain Injury. .
- The Community Living Association The Community Living Association is an organization created to promote the development of quality community services for persons with Developmental Disabilities in North Carolina. The purposes of this association are: 1. To promote the welfare of persons with Developmental Disablities. 2. To encourage the integration of persons with Developmental Disabilities into all aspects of community life. 3. To advocate for legislation which improves the quality of life for persons with Developmental Disabilities. 4. To promote services and supports appropriate to the needs of persons with Developmental Disabilities.
- The Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates (COPAA) An independent, nonprofit organization of attorneys, advocates and parents established to improve the quality and quantity of legal assistance for parents of children with disabilities.
- Disability Central@ctiveTeen DC @ctiveTeen is managed by and for teens with disabilities. We are an online cyber community where we can socialize, educate one another and just have fun together.
- Disability Chat Links
- THE DISABILITY RIGHTS ACTIVIST A lot is happening at the federal level with legislation and regulations that affects the lives of disabled people. Unfortunately we are seeing a backlash against the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). There is more and more information available for people to take action in support of the rights of people with disabilities but it is, for the most part, scattered across the Web. THE DISABILITY RIGHTS ACTIVIST brings together much of the information needed to enable anyone interested in the rights of disabled people to work for those rights. In my work in developing THE DISABILITY RIGHTS ACTIVIST, indeed in all my work for disability rights, I am guided by the words of Mahatma Gandhi - "Whatever you do may seem insignificant, but it is most important that you do it."
- Easter Seals Today, 1.5 million Easter Seals clients - children and adults with disabilities and their families - lead improved lives because of one or more Easter Seals services they have received: programs for children, vocational training and employment, and medical rehabilitation. Services that are individualized to meet each client's needs, family-focused to meet each family member's concerns, outcome-oriented with a goal of enhanced physical and financial independence, and cost-effective benefiting from charity support.
- Freedom Clearinghouse "How would you like to spend the rest of your life in a nursing home or other institution? Neither would we. Let's do something about it NOW. Activate your license to change the system!"
- HandsNet A service of HandsNet, Inc., the network of the national human services community. This service is intended to provide a preview of our complete network service -- HandsNet on CONNECT, a full-featured network environment with interactive forums for human service organizations to exchange information and resources, and collaborate on a broad range of program and policy issues. Founded in 1987, HandsNet links some 5,000 public interest and human service organizations across the United States. Network members include national clearinghouses and research centers, community-based service providers, foundations, government agencies, public policy advocates, legal services programs and grassroots coalitions.
- HandsNet Action Alerts! All HandsNet members can issue calls for action on a broad range of human services policy and legislation, including reports on pending legislation, analysis from key experts, position papers, sign-on letters, committee rosters and recommended action. Each alert contains contact information with automatic mail forms, supported by most web browsers.
- IMPACT Online For nearly 14 years, IMPACT inc. has been a preeminent force in the independent living movement by promoting full community participation of persons with disabilities, and, enhancing the prospects of persons with disabilities.
- Indie A comprehensive resource for persons with disabilities worldwide! Indie was developed to be a directory of disability information on the internet. You can search our databases of useful links by category or keyword.
- Institute on Disability Culture NEXT RENAISSANCE Newsgroup Archives The purpose of this site is to provide a forum for disability culture, to share information, and to provide examples of our culture. We promote our culture with the NEXT RENAISSANCE: an online link to disability art, culture and collectibles. You will find links to artists, writers, and organizations within the NEXT RENAISSANCE.
- International News Ticker Welcome to the International Disability News Ticker, the place to come to keep current with up to date, relevant news stories pertaining to disability.
- LD OnLine An interactive guide to learning disabilities for parents, teachers, and children. Includes: What's New, ABC's of LD/ADD, LD In Depth, First Person, The LD Calendar, Audio Clips, KidZone, Finding Help, The LD Store, Talk Back, Bulletin Boards, Search.
- Mainstream Magazine For 20 years, MAINSTREAM has been advocating for disability rights. Produced by, for and about people with disabilities, MAINSTREAM covers news & current affairs, new products & technology, profiles of movers & shakers, education, employment, sexuality & relationships, housing, transportation, travel & recreation.
- Muscular Dystrophy Association - USA MDA combats neuromuscular diseases with an unparalleled worldwide research effort, a nationwide program of medical services, and far-reaching professional and public health education. Includes: Programs to assist individuals with neuromuscular disorders, Ways to Help MDA -- how to donate, volunteer and participate, The MDA Forum on CompuServe -- learn what's available and how to use the Ask the Experts.
- The Nth Degree Large selection of T-Shirts with various slogans group by: Advocacy / Inclusion / Diversity / Empowerment / Humor / Professional.
- The National Alliance OF The DisAbled, Inc. (NAOTD) The Mission of NAOTD is to serve as a collective voice of persons with disAbilities to assure that their rights to equal access to every facet of life; promised and protected by the Constitution are not diminished or denied. NAOTD intends to be the voice of reason in a world of extremes. The disabled community needs to be represented by persons with disAbilities. The decisions made for the disAbled must be made by the disAbled and then communicated to the public and private sectors.
- National Coalition for the Homeless The National Coalition for the Homeless is a national advocacy network of homeless persons, activists, service providers, and others committed to ending homelessness through public education, policy advocacy, grassroots organizing, and technical assistance.
- National Family Caregivers Association (NFCA). NFCA is the only national, charitable organization dedicated to making life better for all of America's family caregivers. There are more than 25 million people who find themselves in a caregiving role. And the numbers are growing daily. Family caregivers focus on their loved one's needs. NFCA focuses on family caregivers.
- National Easter Seal Society Home Page For more than 80 years, Easter Seals has helped people with disabilities in communities nationwide. From creating the first national voluntary agency to speak and act on behalf of children with disabilities in the 1920s, to leading the creation and implementation of the Americans with Disabilities Act in the 1990s, Easter Seals continues to be an integral part of life, helping more than a million people gain greater independence each year. One in every five Americans has a disability, and Easter Seals is there with expert help, hope and humanity.
- The National Federation of the Blind Topics: Braille - literacy, transcription, unified braille code, NFBTRANS, Braille Monitors - monthly magazine, Coming Events, Diabetes - blindness and diabetes, resources and support, Future Reflections - for the children, Guide dogs, Questions kids ask us, Leaders of the NFB, Legislation, BULLETIN! Call for action! Literature, The Messenger Publication, Newsline - nationwide newspaper service for the blind, NFB Books - by and about the NFB, Blind Professional Journalists Group, NFB in Computer Science, NFB Divisions 1996-97 and Chapter Web Sites, NFB Speeches, Research, Services, Technology, What Your Gift Can Do...
- The National Parent Network on Disabilities (NPND) NPND is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering parents. Located in Washington, DC, NPND has the unique capability to provide it's members with the most up-to-date information on the activities of all three branches of government that impact individuals with disabilities and their families. NPND's primary activities include advocating for and supporting the development and implementation of legislation that will improve the lives and protect the rights of children, youth and adults with disabilities. NPND's Membership includes individuals and family members, as well as national, state and local organizations which represent the interests of individuals with disabilities.
- The Oaks Group The Oaks Group is a value based stakeholder organization of parents, consumers, advocates, educators, service providers, and other professionals who believe persons with developmental disabilities should be fully included in the mainstream of community life, that children should have the opportunity to grow up in families, and adults should receive supports and services to help them live as close as possible to the way people without developmental disabilities live.
- On A Roll -- Talk Radio on Life & Disability Nationwide: Sundays at 7PM Eastern Time Greg Smith rolls up to the mic every Sunday in his power wheelchair. He has muscular dystrophy and only weighs 65 pounds. His deep, seasoned radio voice is passionate in its purpose: empowering the individual to live as independently as possible in the mainstream of society. This is "must-hear-radio" for the 1/5 of the population that has disabilities (48.9 million Americans, US Census 1990), and their friends and families. And it is so energetic and unique that it captivates talk radio listeners who have no direct connection to disability. It airs Sunday evenings from 7-9 PM Eastern Time via satellite!
- Ontario March of Dimes "We believe the best way for adults with physical disabilities to achieve independent and fulfilling lives is to enable them to choose the tools they need to enhance their independence. The OMOD assists by providing a range of services including mobility devices, job skill training, independent living assistance, recreation and housing."
- Parent to Parent of New Hampshire NEW 7/1/01 Welcome to Parent to Parent of New Hampshire. Learning that your child has special medical needs or a disability can be a traumatic experience. As a parent you may have questions and concerns about dealing with your child's needs and your own feelings. You are not alone. We have been there.
- Parents with Disabilities Online For too long, people with disabilities had been told that having families of our own was not an option. The truth is, though, that we have always been parents, and as our society evolves, more and more of us will have access to that opportunity. If you are a parent with a disability, a person with a disability who is planning to become a parent, or a nondisabled partner of a disabled parent, this page is for you. We hope that this page is a good place to start on your own journey toward independent parenting.
- People First "An organization of people with learning difficulties speaking up for ourselves!" We are run and controlled by people with learning difficulties.
- Policy Research Associates, Inc. PRA's special expertise lies in areas such as the relationship between the mental health and criminal justice systems; the housing, treatment and service needs of homeless people with serious mental illness; issues challenging at-risk children, youth and their families; and the causes and impacts of violence. PRA is recognized nationally for carrying out comprehensive and meticulous research, performing focused technical assistance, and executing thorough and targeted program evaluations.
- Quartet Technology Incorporated Quartet Technology Incorporated is the world leader in ECU technology and offers a wide array of products to suit the needs of its clients. Our products make every aspect of home and business life accessible, from controlling telephones and lights to using computers and VCRs. Our products range in capability from the Voice Activated ECU, Switch Activated ECU and Voice & Switch Activated ECU, to our state-of-the-art Voice Mouse/Keyboard Controller, which makes the world of computing and the INTERNET accessible. Quartet Technology Incorporated has a well-deserved reputation for pushing the bounds of ECU technology and our latest offerings continue this tradition.
- Schwab Foundation for Learning The Schwab Foundation for Learning offers a wide range of services for parents and educators to provide information, support and resources to improve the lives of students with learning differences.
- TASH TASH is an international association of people with disabilities, their family members, other advocates, and professionals fighting for a society in which inclusion of all people in all aspects of society is the norm. TASH is an organization of members concerned with human dignity, civil rights, education, and independence for all individuals with disabilities.
- Tell-Us-Your-Story.Com "tell-us-your-story.com is a disability discussion forum for those of us with disabilities as well as our parents, friends, spouses, caregivers, co-workers. It's a place where we can retain personal ownership of our stories while we share them with others and showcase them for editors, publishers, agents. In doing so, we gain insight about disability culture and living well with vulnerability."
- Toward Independent Living and Learning (TILL), Inc. Toward Independent Living and Learning (TILL), Inc., is a private, not-for-profit human service agency established in 1980. Its mission is to develop and operate innovative programs and services to meet the needs of individuals of all ages who have unique needs, including mental retardation, mental health needs, physical handicaps, learning disabilities, emotional problems, brain injury and other developmental disabilities. TILL is a multi-service agency which provides a comprehensive range of services throughout Massachusetts and New Hampshire.
- Utah's Project for Inclusion Promoting Quality Inclusive Education for All.
- WE Magazine "To fill a need for a lifestyle publication that will bring joy and valuable information to 50 million people, men and women with a disability, individuals with all the archetypal needs and desires for love, money, fulfillment and comfort that every one of us feels. Our name is WE to emphasize our equal status in the family of humanity regardless of the circumstances of our lives... Ultimately, most of us learn that alpha and omega lesson of life: We need each other."
- Wheelchairs for Humanity Each year in the United States, tens of thousands of wheelchairs are thrown away and end up in landfills. Over 300,000 are retired into attics, basements and back closets. Our goal is to put these discarded wheelchairs back into service. Help the disadvantaged disabled around the world to re-enter their societies through the gift of a wheelchair.We collect used wheelchairs. Partnering with other relief and development agencies, we restore and distribute them at no cost to people who need them in places where wheelchairs are unattainable luxuries.
- Wheelchair Foundation The Wheelchair Foundation is a nonprofit organization leading an international effort to deliver a wheelchair to every man, woman and child in the world who needs one. For those individuals, the Wheelchair Foundation offers freedom, self-reliance, mobility and hope.
- Working With Scouts With disAbilities NEW 6/6/01 This site is supported by volunteer Scouters who believe in Scouting for those with disAbilities. It is our vision to provide the most up to date information to Scouters who have the opportunity and challenge of working with Scouts who have disabilities. There are numerous resources available throughout the world and on the World Wide Web. We hope that this site will help Scouters in need of those resources answer questions and provide examples of the many successes these Scouts can and have experienced through Scouting.
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