Autism Treatment Center of America THE SON-RISE PROGRAM at The Option Institute 2080 S Undermountain RoadSheffield, MA USA 01257 Phone: 413-229-2100 Fax: 413-229-3202 Website: autismtreatmentcenter.org CAPP National Parent Resource Center Federation for Children with Special Needs95 Berkeley Street, Ste. 104Boston, MA 02116Voice 800-331-0688; 617-482-2915Fax 617-695-2939The Federation is a center for parents and parent organizations to work together on behalfContinue reading “Parents and Siblings”
Category Archives: Resources
Organizations and Associations
American Amputee Foundation PO Box 250218Little Rock, AR 72225Phone: (501) 666-2523 Council for Exceptional Children 1920 Association DriveReston, VA 22091-1589Phone: (703) 620-3660 Epilepsy Foundation of America 4351 Garden City DriveLandover, MD 20785Phone: (301) 459-3700 Kids Helping Kids Phone: (973) 783-0697E-mail: Kids@Kidshelping.orgWebsite: www.kidshelping.org The Library of Congress Division for the Blind and Physically Handicapped 1291 Taylor Street NWWashington,Continue reading “Organizations and Associations”
Newsletters
Breaking New Ground (newsletter for farmers & ranchers with physical disabilities) Purdue University1146 Dept. of Agricultural EngineeringWest Lafayette, IN 47907-1146 Careers and the Disabled Equal Opportunity Publications1160 E Jericho Turnpike #200Huntington, NY 117143Phone: (516) 421-9421E-mail: EOPub@aol.com Connections (newsletter of the National Center for Youth with Disabilities) University of MinnesotaBox 721Minneapolis, MN 55455Phone: (800) 333-6293 Disability IssuesContinue reading “Newsletters”
Magazines
ABILITY Magazine P.O. Box 10655Costa Mesa, CA 92627Phone: 949-854-8700Fax: 949-548-5966Website: abilitymagazine.com ACCENT ON LIVING Magazine PO Box 700Bloomington, IL 61702-0700Phone: 309-378-2961 or 1-800-787-8444 Fax: 309-378-4420 E-mail: cheeverpub@aol.comA longtime favorite source of information for those who happen to have a disability. Serving the physically disabled community since 1956. Arthritis Today Magazine 1314 Spring Street NWAtlanta, GA 30309Website: arthritis.org/arthritis-today-magazine Disabled Dealer MagazineContinue reading “Magazines”
Financial Assistance
The Brass Ring Society 551 East Semoran Blvd. Suite E-5Fern Park, FL 32730Phone: 800-666-WISH407-339-6188Provides grants to fulfill dreams of children who suffer from a life threatening or terminal illness. Department of Health and Human Services Financial Aid-Federal Hill-Burton Free Care ProgramRockville, MD 20857Phone: 800-638-0742Maryland Residents: 800-492-0359E-mail: DFCRCOMM@HRSA.GOV Website: hhs.govThe Division of Facilities Compliance and Recovery manages the Hill-Burton program,Continue reading “Financial Assistance”
Condition Specific Organizations and Resources
Amputee American Academy of Orthotists & Prosthetists 1650 King Street, Suite 500Alexandria, VA 22314Phone: 703-836-7114Fax: 703-836-0838Website: opedge.comAs the pre-eminent professional organization in orthotics and prosthetics, the mission of the American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists is to promote high standards of patient care through advocacy, education, and literature & research. The Amputee Coalition of America 900Continue reading “Condition Specific Organizations and Resources”
Computer Training and Employment Opportunities
(AHEAD) Association on Higher Education & Disability AHEADUniv. of Mass. Boston100 Morrissey Blvd.Boston, MA 02125Phone: (v/tty) 617-287-3880Fax: 617-287-3881Website: www.ahead.orgNational organization committed to promoting full participation of individuals with disabilities in college life. Offers Publication “How To Choose A College: Guide for the Student with a Disability.” CAL STATE UNIV NORTHRIDGE Office of Disabled Student Services18111 NordhoffContinue reading “Computer Training and Employment Opportunities”
Canine Assistance
Canine Assistants 3160 Francis RoadAlpharetta, GA 30004 Phone: 770-664-7178 Fax: 770-664-7820 E-mail: info@canineassistants.orgWebsite: www.canineassistants.orgCanine Assistants is a non-profit organization that trains dogs to assist children and adults who have impaired mobility or other special needs. The dogs we train can turn on lights, open doors, pull wheelchairs, retrieve dropped objects, summon help, and provide secure companionship. Canine Companions for IndependenceContinue reading “Canine Assistance”
College and Education Resources
Association on Higher Education and Disability (AHEAD) P.O. Box 21192Columbus, OH 43221-0192Phone: 614-488-4972Fax: 614-488-1174E-mail: desouza.2@osu.eduWebsite: www.ahead.orgAHEAD is an international, multicultural organization of professionals committed to full participation in higher education for persons with disabilities. It offers numerous training programs, workshops, publications, and conferences. American Association of University Affiliated Programs for Persons with Developmental Disabilities 8630 Fenton Street,Continue reading “College and Education Resources”
Clothing
Adaptogs, Inc. 201 North WashingtonPO Box 339Otis, CO 80743(800) 535-8247 Anitavee’s Adaptive Apparel 3000 B East Main St.Columbus, OH, 43209(888) 246-8203Website: www.anitavee.comE-mail: info@anitavee.com Creative Designs 848 McHenry Ave. #155, PMB 113Modesto, CA 95356Phone (209) 523-3166 or 1-800-335-4852Fax (209) 523-5893Website: robes4you.comE-mail: robes4you@aol.com Cuddle Bug Originals/Wheelmates 611 East WashingtonPittsfield, IL 62363Phone: (217) 285-6520 Disability Resource Directory (DRD) Adaptive Clothing Apparel andContinue reading “Clothing”