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Includes links to websites that shed light on disabilities in general.

Sub-headings:

Learning Disabilities

Blindness

Deafness

Resources in this category:

Accessible Design/Universal Design Resources :: http://makoa.org/accessable-design.htm

This is a good place to find out about accessibility in physical spaces as well as information on related topics such as funding for medication and subsidies for accessibility equipment, written by a quadriplegic who knows the issues well.

Children with Diabetes :: http://www.childrenwithdiabetes.com/index_cwd.htm

This site has a clinic, a chatroom, links to the homepages of kids with diabetes, specialinformation for parents, and in general is very informative about all aspects of diabetes.

College Preparation and Access :: http://www.washington.edu/doit/Resources/college.html

Students with disabilities will find helpful links to sites that address college issues. Topics include financial aid, computing labs, distance learning, transitioning to college, and more.

Family Village - A Global Community of Disability-Related Resources :: http://www.familyvillage.wisc.edu/

Family Village offers many links on disability related subjects. Physical, mental, and learning disabilities are covered. Enter the library to find links about disabilities. Enter the school to find information on accessibility.

Getting Ready for College: Advising High School Students with Learning Disabilities :: http://www.kidsource.com/Heath/gr.html

This site offers advice for high school students with learning disabilities who are interested in attending college, including information on the application process, choosing the right college, and legal rights and responsibilities.

Health Resource Center :: http://www.heath.gwu.edu/

George Washington University sponsors the national clearinghouse on postsecondary education for students with disabilities. You'll find valuable resources here.

The Invisible Disabilities Page :: http://mysite.verizon.net/vze20h45/invisible_disability.html

The Invisible Disabilities page is a great resource written by a hearing-impaired, vision-impaired person with ADD. He has links for pages about hearing loss, vision, depression, epilepsy, and chronic fatigue syndrome, as well as many otherdisabilities. Provides a valuable, personal perspective on the disabilities which are not obvious at first glance.

Job Accomodation Network :: http://janweb.icdi.wvu.edu/

"A free consulting service designed to increase employability of persons with disabilities from the Department of Labor." Provides information about accomodations and legislation.

Ld Pride :: http://www.ldpride.net/

Do you ever feel that no one understands you because your disability is invisible? This website is run as a forum for teens and adults with disabilites. Find support, strategies and guidance here. You can even take a test an discover your 'multiple intelligence' type!

LDOnline :: http://www.ldonline.org/

Don't be fooled by the way this website looks, it isn't for kids. You can find many, many quality resources and links here. An in depth explanation of learning disabilities is helpful to teachers and parents, and there is an 'Ask LDonline' feature. Find what you need to help yourself here. This site is sponsored by public TV station WETA.

Learning Disabilities Association of America :: http://www.ldanatl.org/

This site includes all kinds of information about learning disabilities, from factsheets about different types of learning disabilities, to descriptions of the programs and resources available through the LDA, to bulletins about political issues of interest to persons with learning disabilities.

Learning Disabilities from Focus Adolescent Services :: http://www.focusas.com/LearningDisabilities.html

Find out more about learning disabilities and the vocabulary that is used to describe them.

Living with L.D. :: http://www.ncld.org/content/view/382/339/

This is the teen section of a very helpful site about learning disabilities. In this section, you discover ways to assess your interests and abilities and to understand your strengths and challenges. There is help for planning your life after high school. The resource pages offer the names and contact information for reliable organizations which support a variety of learning disability issues.

Mental Health Issues for Kids and Teens :: http://www.ncpamd.com/Kids_Pages.htm

This looks like it's just for kids, but take a closer look and find the teen resources. You'll find articles on depression, ADHD, dealing with bullies and disabilities.

Mental Health Services Locator :: http://www.mentalhealth.samhsa.gov/cornerstone/Keyword2.asp

Do you feel that you could use professional help, but you don't know where to look? You can use this resource to find Mental Health help in your area. These resources are recommended by the United States Department of Health and Human Services. Look for the 'Mental Health Services Locator.'

National Center for the Dissemination of Research on Disabilities :: http://www.ncddr.org/

This website offers information on resources and research on a wide variety of disability and accessibility issues.

National Dissemination Center for Children with Disabilities :: http://www.nichcy.org/

This website can help you learn about various disabilities, but more important, can give you information to help you advocate for your rights and receive the help you deserve.

A Parent's Guide to Helping Kids With Learning Difficulties :: http://www.schwablearning.org/index.asp?f=header

Do your parents have trouble understanding your learning difficulties? Refer them to this website. They can learn about ways to support you, to advocate for you, and to help you manage your busy life. They can join a message board and get advice from other parents. Teach your parents well! Send them here!

Technical Assistance Project :: http://www.resna.org/taproject/index.html

Find out what you need to know to protect your rights to adaptive technology and support.

Teen Health: Healthy Mind :: http://www.cyh.com/SubDefault.aspx?p=160

Coping strategies for teens with ADHD, Dyslexia, and more. Search through both the Teen and Young Adult Sections.

Think College :: http://www.thinkcollege.net/index.php

Disabilities do not have to prevent you from going to college. The Institute for Community Inclusion offers advice, a searchable database and discussion groups which can help lead you toward a college degree.