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- AbilityNet
Charity that provides impartial, expert advice about computer technology for disabled people.
www.abilitynet.co.uk
- Access Hall County
Nonprofit organization helping people with disabilities overcome barriers through active support of ADA and increased awareness of community resources.
www.accesshall.org
- Advocacy & Resource Center
Providing innovative independent living materials, training and services for persons with disabilities
www.arc-resources.org
- Alabama Council for Developmental Disabilities
Advocates for citizens with developmental disabilities and their families.
www.acdd.org
- Alliance for the Betterment of Citizens With Disabilities
Providing information, education, policy analysis, and advocacy to disabled persons in New Jersey.
www.abcdnj.org
- American Association of People With Disabilities
Nonprofit cross-disability organization whose goals are: unity, leadership & impact.
www.aapd-dc.org
- American Association on Mental Retardation
Interdisciplinary organization of professionals and others concerned about mental retardation and related disabilities.
www.aamr.org
- American Disabled for Attendant Programs Today (ADAPT)
Promotes assisted-living community services for the disabled so that they can live independently. Focuses on areas such as public transit and home-care attendants.
www.adapt.org
- Bethphage Mission
Nonprofit organization serving persons with disabilities, and their families, in sixteen states, Great Britain, and Latvia.
www.bethphage.org/index.html
- Black Hills Workshop and Training Center
Provide services and supports for people with disabilities.
www.bhws.com
- British Society of Dentistry for the Handicapped
The national society for everyone interested in the oral health of people with disabilities. Advice and help available for disabled people or their carers.
www.bsdh.org.uk
- Center for An Accessible Society
Designed to focus public attention on disability and independent living issues by disseminating information to promote independent living.
www.accessiblesociety.org
- Center for Research on Women With Disabilities (CROWD)
Research center that focuses on issues related to health, aging, civil rights, abuse, and independent living.
www.bcm.tmc.edu/crowd
- Christian Counsel On Persons With Disabilities
Consortium of Christian organizations working in the area of disability ministry.
www.ccpd.org
- Commission on Mental and Physical Disability Law
Promotes commitment to justice and the rule of law for persons with mental, physical, and sensory disabilities, and their full and equal participation in the legal profession.
www.abanet.org/disability
- Community Friend Program
Promotes and supports friendships between people with disabilities and their local community.
home.vicnet.net.au/~friend/#anchor140445
- Consortium for Citizens With Disabilities
Coalition of national disability organizations working together to advocate for public policy for citizens with disabilities.
www.c-c-d.org
- Council for Disability Awareness
The CDA is a nonprofit group dedicated to helping the American workforce become aware of the growing likelihood of disability and its financial consequences. Includes resources to help you prepare for the financial impact of a disability.
www.disabilitycanhappen.org
- Council for Disability Rights
Advancing rights and enhancing lives of people with disabilities.
www.disabilityrights.org
- Crotched Mountain Foundation
Provides education, rehabilitation, housing, and managed care for children, adolescents, and adults with severe physical and developmental challenges.
www.cmf.org
- DASH - Disability Advice and Information, St. Helens
Free, confidential and independent information and advice service for disabled people, their families, careers, or anyone with an interest in disability matters.
www.merseyworld.com/dash
- Disability Information and Resource Centre (DIRC)
Provides information relating to any aspect of disability.
www.dircsa.org.au
- Disability Online
Works with people with a disability and their families to plan and provide high quality services, and to enhance their inclusion in the community.
www.disability.qld.gov.au
- Disability Resources
Nonprofit that gathers and disseminates information in order to help people with disabilities live independently. Site has a directory of disability-related links.
www.disabilityresources.org
- Disability Rights Advocates
Provides disability rights litigation that has successfuly challenged disciminatory practices in all aspects of society.
www.dralegal.org
- Disabled American Veterans
Serving disabled veterans, their families and survivors.
www.dav.org
- Disabled Drivers' Motor Club
Includes a handbook, information sheets, and more.
web.ukonline.co.uk/ddmc
- Disabled Living Foundation (DLF)
Working for freedom, empowerment, and choice for disabled people and others who use equipment or technology to enhance their independence.
www.dlf.org.uk
- DisAbled Women's Network (DAWN) Ontario
Provincial, cross-disability organization, operated by and for women with disabilities. Provides information, education, and research initiatives.
dawn.thot.net
- DO-IT Program - University of Washington
Increases the participation of individuals with disabilities in academic programs and careers.
www.washington.edu/doit
- Easter Seals (14)
directory.healthhaven.com/.../Organizations/Easter_Seals
- ELA Foundation
Founded to improve policies and public opinion concerning persons with disabilities so that they may live productive, healthy, and happy lives.
www.ela.org
- Elwyn, Inc.
International nonprofit human services organization serving people with mental and physical disabilities,
www.elwyn.org
- Facial Surgery Research Foundation
U.K. charity dedicated to raising funds and undertaking research into all aspects of the disorders affecting the mouth and face such as cancer, facial deformity, injuries, and pain.
www.savingfaces.co.uk
- Federación ECOM
Aims to reach the full integration of people affected by any kind of physical disability in all the areas of social life.
www.ecom.es
- Foundation to Encourage the Potential of Disabled Persons
Provides support for the independence of disabled persons in northern Thailand.
www.infothai.com/disabled
- Friends of Disabled Adults (FODA)
Gives away wheelchairs and other equipment and supplies to the disabled.
www.fodac.org
- Gallaudet Research Institute (GRI)
GRI researchers gather and analyze data concerning the social, academic, and perceptual characteristics of deaf and hard of hearing populations, primarily to provide information needed by educators in the field.
gri.gallaudet.edu
- Global Applied Disability Research Network for Employment and Training (GLADNET)
www.gladnet.org
- Goodwill Industries (24)
directory.healthhaven.com/.../Organizations/Goodwill_Industries
- Greater Lynn Mental Health & Retardation Association
www.glmh.org
- Greenbank
Liverpool-based charity providing training, sports, and employment opportunities for disabled people, as well as social and support services.
www.greenbank-project.org.uk
- H2000 University Association of Students Disabile and Not Disabile
Young, technological, virtual part of the "handicap commission" at the Padua University.
www.citinv.it/associazioni/H2000/testi/english.htm
- HAFAD
London based disability charity run for and by disabled people providing a wide range of services.
dialspace.dial.pipex.com/town/street/xga79
- HalfthePlanet Foundation
Online source for tools for independent living for the disability community.
www.halftheplanet.org
- Hattie Larlham
Full-service care organization dedicated to assisting disabled and special need children, adults, seniors, and their families.
www.hattielarlham.org
- HELPU Fire and Life Safety
Fire, life and disaster manuals, guides, and training brochures for working within the disabled populations. Geared for fire prevention and disaster education officials.
www.helpusafety.org
- Hope Network
Serving those with physical, neurological, developmental, and genetic disabilities. Also includes those with mental illness.
www.hopenetwork.org
- Human Services Research Institute (HSRI)
Develops policies and undertakes research, development, and evaluation projects in the fields of developmental disabilities, physical disabilities, mental health, and child welfare.
www.hsri.org
- Impact Foundation
International program to prevent and alleviate disability by restoring sight, mobility and hearing. Located in West Sussex, UK with branches in many countries.
www.impact.org.uk
- International Association of Dentistry for the Handicapped
General informational brochure and quarterly newsletter information.
www.iadh.org
- Irish Wheelchair Association
National organization dedicated to the achievement of full social, economic, and educational integration of people with disabilities.
www.iwa.ie
- Jewish Blind & Disabled (JBD)
Formerly known as the Jewish Blind and Physically Handicapped Society. The independent charity providing independent living in the U.K.
www.jbd.org
- Job Accommodation Network - JAN
Free consulting on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), job accommodations, and the employability of people with disabilities.
www.jan.wvu.edu
- Joni and Friends
Goal is the advancement of Christian ministry within the disability community.
www.joniandfriends.org
- LADSE/ORS Vocational Alliance
Partnership between area bunsinesses and local high schools. Designed to build a bridge between school, employment, and the adult world.
www.vocationalalliance.com
- LifeStream, Inc.
Nonprofit organization providing a wide range of services for adults with disabilities.
www.LifeStreaminc.Com
- Little City Foundation
Helping children and adults with mental retardation and other developmental challenges live meaningful and happy lives.
www.littlecity.org
- Mary Lee Foundation
Provides diverse programs to persons with special needs to help them become more productive and independent.
www.main.org/services/marylee.htm
- Mays Mission for the Handicapped, Inc.
Charitable nonprofit organization dedicated to assisting people with disabilities and promoting the awareness of the potential of people with disabilities.
www.maysmission.org
- Meals On Wheels (11)
directory.healthhaven.com/.../Organizations/Meals_On_Wheels
- Media & Disability Interest Group of AEJMC
Research-oriented organization.
www.towson.edu/~bhalle/aejdis.html
- Mephibosheth Ministry
Nonprofit organization, developed to bring the word of God to the physically and mentally challenged communities.
www.mephibosheth.org
- Mobility International USA
Provides advocacy, international exchange programs, training, technical assistance, and publications for people with disabilities around the world.
www.miusa.org
- Montana Disability Services Division
Responsible for coordinating, developing, and implementing comprehensive programs to assist Montanans with disabilities.
www.dphhs.state.mt.us/dsd/index.htm
- Mother's From Hell 2
Grassroots parent advocacy group, fighting for education, community acceptance, services, rights of, and entitlements for individuals with disabilities.
www.mothersfromhell2.org
- Motse Wa Badiri Camphill
Offer employment and training to Botswanans with mental and physical disabilities in one of four income generating workshops.
www.info.bw/~mwb
- Move International
www.kern.org/edserv/move
- Ms. Wheelchair America@
Learn about Ms Wheelchair America, an award for women who utilize wheelchairs to educate and advocate for individuals with disabilities. Sites include articles, newsletters, list of titleholders, and history of the contest established by Philip K Wood.
directory.healthhaven.com/.../Beauty_Pageants/Ms__Wheelchair_America
- National Aboriginal Clearing/Connecting House on Disabilities (NACCHD)
Connects aboriginal persons living with disabilities with the opportunity to obtain information and services.
www.clearinghouse.fsin.com
- National Alliance OF The DisAbled, Inc. (NAOTD)
Online disability advocacy and informational organization.
www.naotd.org
- National Association of American Business Clubs (AMBUCS) (2)
directory.healthhaven.com/.../Organizations/National_Association_of_American_Business_Clubs__AMBUCS_
- National Association of Disability Representatives (NADR)
Homepage of a nonprofit organization, NADR, which aims to assist social security claimants' representatives by providing professional education and political action. Includes member directory, forum, information about non-attorney fee withholding, and more.
www.nadr.org
- National Center for Accessible Media
ncam.wgbh.org
- National Center for the Dissemination of Disability Research
Funds a range of research projects, including: employment outcomes, health and function, technology for access and function, independent living and community integration.
www.ncddr.org
- National Center on Accessibility (NCA)
Dynamic and innovative leader in the movement to include people with disabilities in recreation, parks, and tourism.
www.indiana.edu/~nca
- National Institute on Disability and Rehabilitation Research (Department of Education)@
directory.healthhaven.com/.../National_Institute_on_Disability_and_Rehabilitation_Research__NIDDR_
- National Organization on Disability (NOD)
Promotes full participation of America's 49 million persons with disabilities in all aspects of life.
www.nod.org
- Neil Squire Foundation, The
Canadian nonprofit organization serves to create opportunities for independence for individuals who have significant disabilities.
www.neilsquire.ca
- New Horizons Un-Limited
Offers resources for people with disabilities and their families including organizations, guides, editorials, and the latest disability news and legislation.
www.new-horizons.org
- New York State Office of Advocate for Persons With Disabilities
Ensuring that people with disabilities have every opportunity to be productive and participating citizens.
www.advoc4disabled.state.ny.us
- Over the Rainbow Association
Not-for-profit organization that provides accessible, barrier-free housing and job opportunities for people with physical disabilities.
www.otrassn.com
- PACER Center
Nonprofit organization for families of children and adults with disabilities. The site includes newsletters, articles and legislative information.
www.pacer.org
- Parent to Parent of Colorado
Connecting parents of children and adults with disabilities or special health care needs in communities across Colorado.
www.p2p-co.org
- Pathfinder Services, Inc.
Nonprofit human services agency serving people with disabilities in northern Indiana.
www.pathfinderservices.org
- People First (1)
directory.healthhaven.com/.../Organizations/People_First
- People With Disabilities Foundation (PWDF)
Provides education and advocacy for persons with physical or mental impairments so that they can achieve equal opportunities in all aspects of life.
www.pwdf.org
- Phab Ltd
National charity dedicated to the integration of people with and without physical disabilities in all aspects of society.
www.phabengland.org.uk
- Queen Elizabeth's Foundation for Disabled People
Operates nine specialist centres supporting thousands of physically disabled people annually.
www.qefd.org
- RADAR (Royal Association for Disability and Rehabilitation)
Information and advice for disabled people in the U.K. Includes latest campaigns on civil rights, employment, housing, and benefits.
www.radar.org.uk
- Rowan Organisation
Dedicated to the empowerment of disabled persons. Offering day services as well as information about and assistance with housing, employment, leisure, emotional support, and other needs.
www.therowan.org
- Rural Institute@
directory.healthhaven.com/.../Departments_and_Programs/Rural_Institute
- SARAH, Inc.
Community service provider serving individuals with disabilities.
www.sarah-inc.org
- South Carolina Developmental Disabilities Council
Provides leadership in advocating, funding, and implementing initiatives which recognize the inherent dignity of each individual.
www.scddc.state.sc.us
- Southern California Rehabilitation Services Inc.
Provides independent living, vocational, and disability sensitivity training programs.
www.scrspwi.org
- Special Children Are Privileged
Volunteer organization dedicated to making the lives of handicapped children better.
www.scaponline.org
- St. Louis Association for Retarded Citizens
www.slarc.org
- Stunts-Ability
Nonprofit organization that trains amputees and other disabled persons for stunts, acting, and effects for the entertainment industry.
www.stuntsability.com
- TASH (1)
directory.healthhaven.com/.../Organizations/TASH
- Texas Fiesta Educativa Project P.O.D.E.R.
South Texas based organization providing bilingual/bicultural education and support services to Hispanic families of disabled youths age 1-20.
www.tfepoder.org
- Thalidomide Victims Association of Canada
www.thalidomide.ca
- Triangle Inc.
Assists people with disabilities in maximizing their sense of dignity and self worth by providing quality vocational evaluation and training, employment, social development, and residential services.
www.triangle-inc.org
- Washington Protection and Advocacy System (WPAS)
A private, nonprofit agency providing protection and advocacy for individuals with disablities in Washington state.
www.wpas-rights.org
- West Virginia Americans With Disabilities Act Coalition
Committed to assisting all citizens in the pursuit of equal access.
wvadacoalition.org
- Westside Regional Center
Helps empower people with developmental disabilities and their families to choose and access community services that facilitate a quality of life comparable to persons without disabilities.
www.westsiderc.org
- WORK Inc
Job training, placement, rehabilitation services, counseling and other support for persons with disabilities.
www.workinc.org
- World Association Of Persons With Disabilities
Works to provide "information, motivation, assistance and activism for the physically and mentally [dis]Abled people of the world."
www.wapd.org
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