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General Disability Resources
 Websites presented in alphabetical order Center for an Accessible Society: Disabilities Information for Journalists 
 This site is "designed to focus public attention on disability and independent living issues by disseminating information developed through research to promote independent living." It provides accurate background information, discussions, articles, and relevant explanations of demographics, education, employment, healthcare, housing, media, public policy, technology, transportation, and design. Find also a calendar, a topics index, and a free newsletter. Of special interest: the section titled Making Web Sites Accessible. Searchable. http://accessiblesociety.org/ Topics: Disabilities, Notable People Last updated Jun 10, 2005 Center for International Rehabilitation Research Information and Exchange
This site facilitates the sharing of rehabilitation research information between the United States and other countries. It has a database of international research; portions of its publication, The Rehabilitation Provider's Guide to Cultures of the Foreign-Born ; a directory of rehabilitation research centers; conference listings; a guide to electronic bulletin boards and discussion groups; and links to government agencies, organizations, news, and other Web sites. http://cirrie.buffalo.edu/ Topics: Disabilities Last updated Sep 6, 2002 Cornell University ILR School: Employment and Disability Institute
This institute "conducts research and provides continuing education and technical assistance on many aspects of disability in the workplace." In addition to descriptions of the institute's projects, this website contains event listings, statistical resources, and publications in areas such as the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), community inclusion, disability benefits, and workforce development. The "Resources" section provides links to more extensive websites on workplace accessibility, Medicare, person-centered planning, and several other focus areas. http://www.ilr.cornell.edu/edi/ Topics: Disabilities, Jobs & Work Last updated Oct 4, 2007 disAbility Information and Resources
This directory of resources for the disabled includes links to fact sheets about spinal cord injuries and disabling conditions, books, resources for equipment, support groups, travel information, and government sources. Compiled and maintained by a C2 quadriplegic. http://www.makoa.org/ Topics: Disabilities Last updated Jun 10, 2005 Disability Resources Monthly (DRM) Guide to Disability Resources on the Internet
This nonprofit organization's website provides extensive information about resources for independent living. Includes a selected, annotated guide to disability resources on the Web, and information for librarians about email discussion lists, professional associations, assistive technology, and much more. http://www.disabilityresources.org/ Topics: Disabilities Last updated Jul 6, 2005 Disability Studies for Teachers
This site "contains lesson plans and materials designed to help teachers integrate disability studies into social studies, history, literature, and related subjects in grades 6-12. The plans and materials also can be adapted for use in postsecondary education." Browsable by lesson unit, grade, subject, era, disability, or topic. Also includes teacher resources and information about differentiated instruction. From the Center on Human Policy at Syracuse University. http://www.disabilitystudiesforteachers.org/ Topics: Disabilities, Lesson Plans Last updated Jun 10, 2005 DisabilityInfo.gov
This website "provides access to disability-related information and programs available across the government on numerous subjects, including civil rights, community life, education, employment, housing, health, income support, technology and transportation." A collaboration of several federal agencies. http://disabilityinfo.gov/ Topics: Disabilities, Federal (U.S.) Government Last updated Nov 11, 2006 Heath Resource Center
This is "is an online clearinghouse on postsecondary education for individuals with disabilities." It features publications, news, and annotated links to websites with information about laws, adaptive technology, universal design, financial aid, foundations, multicultural resources, specific disabilities, and many other topics. Also includes a calendar of relevant symposiums and other events. From George Washington University, Graduate School of Education and Human Development. http://www.heath.gwu.edu Topics: Disabilities Last updated Aug 2, 2007 LILA: Living Independently in Los Angeles
Information for "people with disabilities living in Los Angeles County." The site identifies and maps "services and programs benefiting people with disabilities, local businesses serving the community, the ADA accessibility features of public buildings, accessible routes of travel to bus stops, inclusive recreation programs, independent living resource information," and more. Searchable, and browsable by interactive map and category. Includes related links and a discussion forum. From the University of California, Los Angeles. http://lila.ucla.edu Topics: Disabilities Last updated Apr 3, 2006 National Council on Disability (NCD)
NCD is "an independent federal agency making recommendations to the President and Congress on issues affecting Americans with disabilities." The agency promotes "policies, programs, practices and procedures that guarantee equal opportunity for all individuals with disabilities" and that empower their integration into all aspects of society. The site includes a FAQ, news, and links to relevant federal agencies and state and federal resources for disabled people. Searchable. http://www.ncd.gov/ Topics: Disabilities Last updated Feb 24, 2004 National Disability Rights Network (NDRN)
Website for an "organization for the federally mandated Protection and Advocacy (P&A) Systems and Client Assistance Programs (CAP) for individuals with disabilities. Collectively, the P&A/CAP network is the largest provider of legally based advocacy services to people with disabilities in the United States," and is "the largest non-governmental enforcer of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)." Includes information about advocacy efforts, details about issue areas, links to disability organization sites, and related material. http://www.ndrn.org/ Topics: Disabilities Last updated Feb 2, 2009 October is Disability Awareness Month
Compilation of materials from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) related to Disability Awareness Month, observed annually in October. Provides an overview of CDC activities related to developmental disabilities, birth defects, and disability and health, and links to related federal government pages on topics such as minorities with disabilities and disability disparities. Note: sidebar about presentation is dated. From the CDC. http://www.cdc.gov/Features/DisabilityAwareness/ Topics: Disabilities Last updated Sep 16, 2008 U.S. Department of Labor: Office of Disability Employment Policy
This federal government office website provides a number of resources for and about employment opportunities for people with disabilities. Includes a FAQ for workers/job seekers and employers, details about programs and policy, and publications on topics such as job accommodations, employment laws, and recruitment and retention. Includes a link to a related government website for job seekers with disabilities. From the U.S. Department of Labor. http://www.dol.gov/odep/ Topics: Disabilities, Jobs & Work Last updated Oct 4, 2007 World Association of Persons with Disabilities (WAPD)
This organization bills itself as "the beacon of knowledge and refuge for the world's largest minority," offering "Information, motivation, assistance and activism for the physically and mentally [dis]Abled people of the world." Here it provides chat rooms, a message board, an archive of its newsletters, and membership information. Resources contains links to organizations, devices for assisted living, tips on clothing, downloadable free floor plans for homes, and more. http://www.wapd.org/ Topics: Disabilities, Long-term Care Last updated Jun 10, 2005 |
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