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Websites re: Disabilities Issues

  • 50+ Web Sites Intended to be Accessible to People with Cognitive Disabilities
    An index of Web sites intending to be accessible to people with cognitive disabilities.
  • A Different Light
    Fiction, nonfiction, essays and poetry about disability.
  • Accessibility & Universal Design Update (Disability.gov)
    Information regarding accessible designing for gardens, sidewalks and trails.
  • Center for Independent Living Advocates for People with Disabilities (VOA News – 4/6/09)
    Everyone at CIL is fighting for the same basic rights that people without disabilities have – to access the community, to access transportation, to work, to have families and lives, to live and love and be in society."
  • Center for Special Needs Planning (Barron, Rosenberg, Mayoras & Mayoras, PC)
    A team of attorneys who specialize in addressing all of the legal needs of families that have a loved one with a disability.
  • Disabled Explorers
    Our mission is to enhance the quality of life for the disabled through independent 4wd backcountry travel. We are disabled ourselves and we are here to help with advice and inspiration.
  • Disabilities Project Newsletter (State Bar of Michigan)
  • Disability 411
    This blog features regular podcasts with information about disabilities.
  • Disability History Museum
    Mission is to foster a deeper understanding about how changing cultural values, notions of identity, laws and policies have shaped and influenced the experience of people with disabilities, their families and their communities over time.
  • Disaboom
    Lifestyle articles, blogs, forums, and health information provide shared knowledge about SCI, cerebral palsy, fibromyalgia, multiple sclerosis, and other disabilities. Whether you’re an amputee, caregiver, disabled veteran, or interested in exploring adaptive sports, accessible travel, or any other disability-related topic, welcome!
  • Dogs for Deaf and Disabled Americans
    NEADS was established to train and provide rescued dogs and donated puppies to assist people who are deaf or physically disabled in leading more independent lives at work, at home and at school.
  • Family Village
    A global community of disability-related resources.
  • Flame – the Band
    A group from upstate New York made up of 11 people with developmental/physical disabilities, including autism, Down’s syndrome, mental retardation and blindness, is capturing the world’s attention but their message remains the same.  The band wants to change the world through music. They are a phenomenon that inspires people and changes the way the general public view people with disabilities.  Also see "Flame in People Magazine" in October 2010 issue.
  • For Better Independence Assistance Dogs
    Dog trainers Lori Grigg, her friend Beth Spanski and a few others have a dream that, if it becomes reality, will improve the lives of thousands of disabled people.
  • For the People.com
    Consumer and legal resources for the personally injured.
  • Life on Wheels – Gary Karp
    Disability Awareness with Author/Speaker Gary Karp
  • LSR Coaching and Consulting
    Patti's Comments: Laura Rolands founded LSR Coaching and Consulting LLC to coach adults coping with Attention Deficit Disorder and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder.
  • Midland Academy on Self-Determination
    A combination of learning tools are presented with a focus on actually using the tools to develop person-centered plans that are then implemented back home.
  • Museum of disAbility History
    The Museum of disABILITY History is dedicated to the collection, preservation and display of artifacts pertaining to the history of people with disabilities. Located in Buffalo, New York, and on the World Wide Web, the Museum offers educational exhibits and activities that expand community awareness. The Museum of disABILITY History is now open to the public.
  • National Institue on Disability and Rehabilitation Research (Ed.gov)
    Publications and products with links to other resources.
  • Patricia E. Bauer
    A collection of news and commentary about disability issues from news organizations around the U.S. and elsewhere.
  • Siblings With Disabilities
    How parents explain to their children the challenges a disabled sibling faces varies greatly but is most complex when a child's condition goes beyond a relatively obvious physical impairment.
  • Sprout.org
    Experience film and video related to the field of development disabilities.
  • WrightsLaw
    Reliable information about special education law, education law, and advocacy for children with disabilities.

Blogs and Communities re: Disabilities Issues

  • Access Ability  (Ron Graham)
    A blog serving higher education professionals in the Disability Support Service (DSS) field.
  • Center for Disabilities Resources Library Blog (CDR)
    The CDR Library is a library of materials concerned with a variety of disabilities that are loaned to individuals and families nationwide.
  • Crime Victims with Disabilities
    A project of the Center for Independent Living of South Florida and CAVNET. (www.cavnet.org), and will provide information and resources about crime victims with disabilities.
  • Disability Mom
    News to use and disability action alerts for the family and caregivers of individuals with disabilities.
  • GaryPresley.com
    An interesting blog with information on disability issues.
  • Life with Bubba, Chicky and Nika
    A blog about life with three kids, one with Down syndrome, adoption, doctors, development and school.
  • My Invisible Disabilities Community
    A social network for people touched by chronic illness, pain and injury.
  • Northwest Disability Connections
    Independent living and personal care services focusing on empowering persons with disabilities to recruit, manage and retain personal assistants in their own home through self-directing programs.  We also offer advocacy, peer-to-peer counseling, skills training, and information and referral.
  • Something Sew Special
    A great blog about sewing clothes for children with special needs. There are tutorials on sewing specific items i.e. large onesies, seatbelt covers. There are also extensive photos and directions on adapting pants.
  • Stories of Self-Determination
    This blog is a place for people with disabilities to write stories about their lives. It is a place where they can write about what they did to get the life they wanted. It is about self-determination.
  • "We Can Do"
    A blog for anyone who wants to end poverty and oppression for poor disabled people in developing countries. Lots of good info, including this Resource: Book on Universal Design and Visitability.
  • Zeh Lezeh (blog)
    Through Zeh Lezeh, The Ruderman Family Foundation hopes to promote conversation around two issues of special importance to us: disability advocacy and strengthening the relationship between Israel and Jewish communities in America and elsewhere.

Religious Resources re: Disabilities Issues