Disabilities

Resources in this category:

The A-T Children's Project
http://www.atcp.org

The A-T Children's Project Home Page was "created to provide physicians, research scientists, families and support providers with information about an inherited childhood disease called Ataxia-Telangiectasia." You can find answers to questions such as what A-T is, how it is inherited, and how to diagnose patients. Information about A-T's relevance to common diseases and recent A-T research can also be found. Additionally, sections specifically for research scientists and physicians are provided. You can also read information about the A-T Children's Project itself.

Abilityhub
http://www.abilityhub.com/

"Assistive Technology for people with a disability who find operating a computer difficult, maybe even impossible. This web site will direct you to adaptive equipment and alternative methods available for accessing computers." Links to companies and product description of adaptive technology.

About.Com: Deafness/Hard of Hearing
http://deafness.about.com/

"Weekly features on deafness and hearing impairment, resource pages, chat, newsletter, boards, site highlights, and more." The extensive annotated list of deafness-related Internet sites is quite valuable and covers a wide range of topics.

Alliance for Technology Access
http://www.ataccess.org/

ATA is "a network of community-based resource centers dedicated to providing information and support services to children and adults with disabilities, and increasing their use of standard, assistive, and information technologies. Centers can be found all across the country." Links to 60 vendors of adaptive equipment, FAQ, web accessible design, success stories, related WWW sites.

Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law
http://www.bazelon.org/

This organization provides "Legal advocacy for the civil rights and human dignity of people with mental disability." This comprehensive site provides updates on legislative issues, information about fair housing, the Americans with Disabilities Act, mental health care, aging and children's issues, and links to related sites.

Best Buddies
http://www.bestbuddies.org/site/c.ljJ0J8MNIsE/b.1162355/k.BF...

Best Buddies is dedicated to providing opportunities for individuals and persons with mental retardation to become friends. Through their site, you can learn about programs in which you can participate, learn about fundraising, view some artwork used in fundraising campaigns, learn about Best Buddies as part of VISTA (Volunteers in Service to America), and learn facts about mental retardation. A list of places on the internet to find more information about mental retardation is also available.

Cerebral Palsy
http://www.healthsystem.virginia.edu/internet/pediatrics/pat...

This resource, found within the University of Virginia's Children's Medical Center, is a multimedia tutorial for children and parents. It provides information about what cerebral palsy (CP) is, what the causes of CP are, different types of CP, problems people with CP may encounter, equipment used by people with CP, and therapy techniques. You can also read a first hand account of what it's like to grow up with CP. Photographs and a Quick Time movie had a nice element to the site.

Closing the Gap
http://closingthegap.com/

A commercial site, Closing the Gap is an organization that provides information about applications of computer technology in special education and rehabilitation. It publishes a reasonably priced directory of resources featuring thousands of commercially available hardware and software products and organizations that serve people with special needs and sponsors a conference on that topic. The web site has a few selected articles on disbility technology topics and information about purchasing Closing the Gap's commercial products.

Deaf Queer Resource Center
http://www.deafqueer.org/

"The Deaf Queer Resource Center (DQRC) is a national non-profit resource and information center founded and directed by Deaf Queer activist Dragonsani Renteria. This is "the place" to find the most comprehensive and accurate information about the Deaf Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgendered community."

Disability Data Accessibility Issues
http://www.infouse.com/disabilitydata/accessibility/index.ph...

"Accessible web page design enables people with disabilities to use the Internet--and helps everyone to use the Internet better. InfoUse and other key national sources have developed materials on principles of accessible design, along with some specific guidelines."

Disability Etiquette Handbook
http://www.sanantonio.gov/planning/disability_handbook/disab...

The Disability Etiquette Handbook was prepared "to enhance opportunities for persons with disabilities to pursue their careers and indivisual lifestyles." This is also an excellent resource for employers looking for information about how to handle hiring a person with a disability. Information includes a Dos and Don'ts list, a glossary of acceptable terms, proper interview techniques, and conversational etiquette. Links to other related sites are also provided.

disABILITY Information and Resources
http://www.makoa.org/index.html

A long list of articles about disability and links to disability resources on the Web, including databases, resource sites, events, products, services. Special page with numerous links to sources for information on accessible web page design.

Disability Resources' Librarians' Connections
http://www.disabilityresources.org/DRMlibs.html

This resource has very useful information on disabilities, how to find out more about them and how to use libraries to assist people with any type of disability.

The DRM Guide to Disability Resources on the Internet
http://www.disabilityresources.org/

"Disability Resources is a nonprofit organization that monitors, reviews, and reports on resources available to people with disabilities. We disseminate information about these resources to libraries, disability organizations, health and social service professionals, consumers and family members ." Site includes a searchable database of resources, weekly features, news updates, a regional resource directory, and info on publications.

The Helping Hands School
http://www.helpinghands.org/

The Helping Hands School has helped "developmentally delayed" preschoolers prepare for school for fifteen years. This online databases gives parents, teachers, health care professionals, others access to information about young children with disabilities.

LD Online
http://www.ldonline.org/index.html

An excellent place to look for the ABCs about learning disabilities and Attention Deficit Disorder. Provides information about how to get help, how to assess your own child, a glossary of terms, teaching techniques, parenting tips, and more. You can also view a calendar of events in the LD community and have a chance to purchase current publications. There is also a special area for kids, where they can submit art work or original writings as well as get information about learning disabilities.

LD Resources
http://www.ldresources.org/

Site features articles and essays on learning disabilities and the use of aids, technologies and strategies to help those with LD. Links to related Web sites, free newsletter.

National Center to Improve Practice in Special Education through Technology, Media and Materials
http://www2.edc.org/NCIP/

National Center to Improve Practice in Special Education through Technology, Media and Materials is a project of the U.S. Department of Education which "promotes the effective use of technology to enhance educational outcomes for students with sensory, cognitive, physical and social/emotional disabilities." The site has online workshops for teachers, an online library, facilitated discussion, links to related sites, video profiles of successful programs and a mailing list.

National Resource Center on Homelessness and Mental Illness
http://www.nrchmi.samhsa.gov/

"The National Resource Center on Homelessness and Mental Illness provides technical assistance, identifies and synthesizes knowledge, and disseminates information. The National Resource Center links policy makers, service providers, researchers, consumers and other interested parties to findings from Federal demonstration and Knowledge Development and Application (KDA) projects and research on homelessness and mental illness." The site provides "technical assistance on many different topics related to homelessness and mental illness, including prevention, outreach, treatment, supportive services and housing options"; referral list, bibliography, information about events, and links to related resources.

Sound and Fury
http://www.pbs.org/wnet/soundandfury/

This companion Website to the PBS documentary features section on deaf culture and cochlear implants.

Special Olympics
http://www.specialolympics.org/Special+Olympics+Public+Websi...

This nonprofit's mission is to empower individuals with intellectual disabilities through sports training and competition. Offers volunteer opportunities available at the state, national, or international level.

Trace Research and Development Center
http://trace.wisc.edu/

The mission of the Center is: "To advance the ability of people with disabilities to achieve their life objectives through the use of communication, computer and information technologies." It is a research, development and resource center affiliated with the engineering department of the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Main sections of the site are "Designing a More Usable World," "Cooperative Electronic Library," and "Publications and Media Catalog." Includes some articles online, searchable index of article citations and links to related sites.

United States Department of Labor: Worker's Resource Page
http://www.dol.gov/dol/audience/aud-workers.htm

"Provides a shortcut to information and services the Department of Labor (DOL) offers for workers." Includes a link to compliance assistance information and resources that explain the laws enforced and administered by the DOL.

WebABLE!
http://www.webable.com/

Directory of disability-related Internet sites, many of which have annotations. Also includes disability/Internet-related news and workshop and conference listings.

Yahoo! News Full Coverage: Disabilities and the Disabled
http://news.yahoo.com/fc/World/Disabilities_and_the_Disabled...

Features current news stories related to disabilities and the disabled. Also links to news sources, opinions & editorials, magazine articles, video sources, and related Web sites.