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Athletes
with Disabilities Hall of Fame Offering
a dynamic opportunity to make the difference in the lives of people in every community. Deaf
and Hearing Impaired Services, Inc. Serving deaf and hard of hearing older
adults and their families in southeast Michigan. Disability
Doc Dr. Keith Holden's site for Social Security disability applicants,
their attorneys, other claimant representatives, and disability advocacy groups.
It provides information which relates to the Social Security disability program
and application process. Disability
Network Their mission is to realize consumer empowerment, self determination,
full-inclusion, and participation of all people in our community through the independent
living philosophy and unequivocal implementation of the Americans with Disabilities
Act (ADA). Emergency
Responses Preparedness Self-Assessment Instrument FAQs (NASDDDS)
An assessment tool for state developmental disabilities officials to evaluate
their preparedness plans for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities
during emergencies or disasters. Lincoln
Behavioral Services A health organization offering mental health and substance
abuse recovery services in Wayne County. Michigan
Alliance for Families Provides information, support and education to
families of children and adults with disabilities. Michigan
State University Libraries Information on assistance the libraries provide
to persons with disabilities. Michigan
State Animal Response Team Folks with disabilities that use guide dogs
should know about this organization. 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. National
Association of the Deaf There is no lack of educational opportunities
for deaf and hard of hearing children. The secret is in knowing where to look,
and once you start finding information, resources, and schools, the challenge
is in deciding what type of school is appropriate for your child. National
Disability Rights Network Nonprofit membership organization for the federally
mandated Protection and Advocacy (P&A) Systems and Client Assistance Programs
(CAP) for individuals with disabilities. Our
Siblings with Disabilities A support group for the siblings of people with
ALL disabilities for networking, bonding, drawing on common experience, etc. Website
is in the works, but until then, contact oursiblingswithdisabilities@yahoo.com. Special
Care A resource from Mass Mutual Financial Group that links people to
information for individuals with disabilities and special needs and their families. SSA
Proposal to Restrict Appeal Rights to People With Disabilities (Committee
on Ways and Means) The House Ways and Means Committee has set up a website
to provide background information and post comments on the proposed Social Security
Regulation on Appeal Rights. United
Spinal Association Expanding opportunities for people with spinal cord
disabilities for over 60 years. WrightsLaw
Reliable information about special education law, education law, and advocacy
for children with disabilities. |