| Military Quick Links (National Guard, Reserve, Active Duty) |
Easter Seals National Headquarters
230 W. Monroe St., Suite 1800
Chicago, IL 60606
(800) 221-6827
TTY 312-726-4258
(312) 726-1494 (Fax)
http://www.easterseals.com
*Contact for the chapter closest to you. Ask your local chapter for camps, grants, respite services and other services available in your area. |
Exceptional Family Member Program/All Branches/Mobile
http://apps.mhf.dod.mil/pls/psgprod/f?p=EFMPMOB...
Contains contact information, Base program locators and enrollment/justification forms for ALL Branches of service. |
Social Security Administration Information for Parents
National Info. 1-800-772-1213
http://www.ssa.gov/pgm/links_ssi.htm
*Benefits information and local office addresses with contact information available by state and city. |
The Medicaid Reference Desk (The ARC)
1825 K Street NW, Suite 1200
Washington, DC 20006
800-433-5255
http://www.thedesk.info
E-mail: contact@thedesk.info The site offers state by state information on Medicaid programs and waivers, and includes a list of what types of services fall under each program/waivers jurisdiction. The website offers information on common questions and concerns regarding Medicaid. It includes a Medicaid terms and definitions section, defining words commonly used on Medicaid forms and correspondence as well as other useful information. |
The National Resource Directory
http://www.nationalresourcedirectory.gov
The National Resource Directory (NRD) provides access to services and resources at the national, state and local levels that support recovery, rehabilitation and community reintegration. |
The Special Needs Alliance
http://specialneedsalliance.com
*Provides a national list of lawyers specializing in special needs trusts and other resources by state. Check here for help with Guardianship, incapacitation, trusts and other pertinent topics. |
United Cerebral Palsy (UCP)
1660 L Street, NW, Suite 700
Washington, DC 20036
(800) 872-5827
TTY (202) 973-7197
(202) 776-0414 (Fax)
http://www.ucp.org
*Contact for your local chapter. Excellent state-by-state resource guide. |
United Way
701 N. Fairfax St.
Alexandria, VA 22314
http://national.unitedway.org
*Non-profit charitable organization offering a variety of services including camps, respite, grants, etc. Find your local chapter here. |
| Advocacy |
ADAPT
201 S. Cherokee
Denver, CO 80223
303-733-9324
http://www.adapt.org
E-mail: adapt@adapt.org
*See Contact List for a chapter in your state.
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Broadreach Training & Resources
http://www.normemma.com/index.htm
E-mail: webmail01@broadreachtraining.com
*See the large Resource Library for advocacy resources and general reading information. |
Louisiana Citizens for Action Now
http://www.lacanadvocates.org
Provides a wealth of self advocacy information. Linda recommends individuals check out the "Legislative Activities" section for an outline of a sample letter to Legislators and a "How-To" testify before a legislative body. |
National Disability Rights Network
900 Second Street, NE, Suite 211
Washington, DC 20002
202-408-9514
TTY: 202-408-9521
202-408-9520 (Fax)
http://www.napas.org/
E-mail: info@ndrn.org
*Click on "Get Help in Your State" to find a chapter near you. |
Native American Advocacy Project Tateya-Topa-Ho
208 South Main Street
Winner, SD 57580
(Toll Free) 800-303-3975
(605) 842-3977
(605) 842-3983 (Fax)
http://www.sdnaap.org
email:admin@sdnaap.org |
Native American Protection and Advocacy Project
P.O. Box 3539
Tuba City, AZ 86045
(928) 283-3208
Toll Free: (877) 283-3208
http://www.dnalegalservices.org
Intake at the Shiprock New Mexico office |
Native American Protection and Advocacy Project
P.O. Box 392
Shiprock, NM 87420
(800) 862-7271
(505) 368-3216
http://www.dnalegalservices.org
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Patient Advocate Foundation
421 Butler Farm Road
Hampton, VA 23666
(800) 532-5274
(757) 873-8999 (Fax)
http://patientadvocate.org
E-Mail: help@patientadvocate.org
*Provides patients with arbitration, mediation and negotiation to settle issues with access to care, medical debt, and job retention related to their illness. |
| Agencies/Assistance Programs - Government |
GovBenefits.Gov
http://www.Benefits.gov
Provides information regarding government assistance programs nationwide. Includes a state-by-state program search. |
The Medicaid Reference Desk (The ARC)
1825 K Street NW, Suite 1200
Washington, DC 20006
800-433-5255
http://www.thedesk.info
E-mail: contact@thedesk.info
The site offers state by state information on Medicaid programs and waivers, and includes a list of what types of services fall under each program/waiver’s jurisdiction.
The website offers information on common questions and concerns regarding Medicaid. It includes a “Medicaid terms and definitions” section, defining words commonly used on Medicaid forms and correspondence as well as other useful information.
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US Department of Indian Health Services
801 Thompson Avenue, Ste. 400
Rockville, MD 20852-1627
(See Contact Listing)
http://www.ihs.gov
* Complete program and regional office listings for IHS Services |
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| Agencies/Assistance Programs - Private |
Cover the Uninsured ~ A Project of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation
(202) 572-2928
http://covertheuninsured.org
E-mail: info@covertheuninsured.org
*State by state listings of various insurance programs for individuals and families who have difficulty obtaining medical insurance. |
National School Foundation Association
2130 Grand Ave.
Des Moines, IA 50312
(515) 971-2324
(515) 965-5481 (Fax)
http://www.schoolfoundations.org
* Provides a Listing of Foundations by State (click on menu in left-hand menu). Excellent resource for those needing foundation information in each state. |
| Assistive Technologies |
AbleData
8630 Fenton Street, Suite 930
Silver Spring, MD 20910
1-800-227-0216
301-608-8998
301-608-8958 (Fax)
http://www.abledata.com
E-mail: abledata@macrointernational.com
*AbleData provides objective information about assistive technology products and rehabilitation equipment nationwide. Does have a state by state directory. |
Assistive Technology Resource Center/Worcester Polytechnic Institute
100 Institute Road
Worcester, MA 01609
1-508-831-6056
1-508-831-5680 (Fax)
http://www.me.wpi.edu/research/ATRC/About/
E-mail: atrc@wpi.edu
*The mission of the ATRC is to foster the use of assistive technology through collaboration with professionals associated with local and regional clinical, educational, governmental and social service organizations that serve persons with disabilities. The ATRC disseminates technical information regarding the availability and use of assistive devices and can,in some instances, build devices as needed. |
Center for Applied Special Technology, CAST
40 Harvard Mills Square, Suite 3
Wakefield, MA 01880-3233
(781) 245-2212
TTY (781) 245-9320
(781) 245-5212 (Fax)
http://www.cast.org
E-mail: cast@cast.org
* CAST is a nonprofit research and development organization that works to expand learning opportunities for all individuals, especially those with disabilities, through Universal Design for Learning.
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Inclusive TLC (Technology Learning Communication)
2206 Legacy Oak Drive
Waxhaw, NC 28173
(704) 243-3622
1-800-462-0930
(704) 243-3623 (Fax)
http://www.inclusivetlc.com/
E-mail: info@inclusiveTLC.com |
Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic
20 Roszel Road
Princeton, NJ 08540
(866-732-3585)
http://www.rfbd.org/
* The nation's educational library for those with print disabilities.
* See home page for the library branch in your area. |
RESNA~Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America
1700 N. Moore Street, Suite 1540
Arlington, VA 22209
(703)-524-6686
http://www.resna.org
RESNA maintains a large data base of assistive technology resources, funding sources and other programs. |
Section 508.gov (IT Accessibility & Workforce Division (ITAW))
Office of Governmentwide Policy 1800 F Street NW, Room G211
Washington, DC 20405
(Help) 202-208-7420
202-501-2010 (TTY)
202-501-6269 (Fax)
http://www.section508.gov/index.cfm
GSA’s IT Accessibility and Workforce (ITAW) provides assistive technology solutions to eliminate barriers for people with disabilities.ITAW is the governments principal advocate and coordinator for Section 508 implementation that requires agencies to make information technology accessible for people with disabilities.
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| Charities and Foundations |
Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation
636 Morris Turnpike, Suite 3A
Short Hills, NJ 07078
1-800-225-0292
http://www.christopherreeve.org
*Spinal Cord injuries and paralysis. Specific military treatment program available. |
Jordan Thomas Foundation
P.O. Box 22764
Chattanooga, TN 37422
(423) 622-9006
http://www.jordanthomasfoundation.org
*Assists children with the need for prosthetics. |
The Lindsay Foundation
P.O. Box 1073
Huffman, TX 77336
281-399-2937
http://www.lindsayfoundation.org
E-mail: helpforachild@lindsayfoundation.org
We assist families who have children with long-term catastropic special-needs to obtain medical necessities for their children. We assist with physical, speech, aquatic and equestrian therapies. As well, we provide medical equipment and supplies when the insurance company Denies or when there is no medical insurance. |
The United Way of the Navajo Nation
P.O. Box 309
Window Rock, AZ 86515
(928) 871-6661
(928) 871-6663 (Fax)
http://www.navajoway.org/
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| Child Care Resource Listings |
Care . Com, Inc.
1400 Main St.
Waltham, MA 02451
http://www.care.com/special-needs-p1162.html
*Has a large Special Needs section with references as well as information regarding respite providers in local areas. Listed by state and zip code. |
Child Care Aware
3101 Wilson Blvd. Suite 350
Arlington, VA 22201
1-800-424-2246
TTY:1-866-278-9428
(703) 341-4101 (Fax)
http://www.childcareaware.org
Child Care Aware is a cooperative program of the National Association of Child Care Resource and Referral Agencies. Funded through the Office of Family Assistance, Administration for Children and Families, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
**SNRP does NOT endorse this site. Listed for reference only. Use responsible caution when investigating ALL care providers. |
National Association of Child Care Resource and Referral Agencies
http://www.naccrra.net
*Find Child Care CCR&R centers by State.
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National Respite Locator Service
800 Easttowne Drive, Suite 105
Chapel Hill, NC 27514
(800) 473-1727 ext. 222
http://www.respitelocator.org/index.htm
List of Respite provider links nationwide. Focuses on respite care for families of special needs children. |
ZiggyBug
92 Corporate Park, Suite C-262
Irvine, CA 92606
http://www.ziggybug.com
*"World's largest child care directory". SNRP does NOT endorse this site. Listed for reference only. Use responsible caution when investigating ALL care providers. |
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| Disability Specific Organizations |
(Autism) Temple Grandin PhD.
http://www.templegrandin.com/templehome.html
*Great informational resource. |
Administration on Developmental Disabilities
370 L'Enfant Promenade, S.W
Washington, DC 20447
http://www.acf.hhs.gov/programs/add/
ADD programs are at work in every state and U.S. territory. ADD does not provide direct consumer support or financial assistance. ADD provides funding, monitoring, and policy guidance to it's programs Nationwide. Check the State Program Listing for program information in your state. |
Amputee Coalition
900 East Hill Avenue, Suite 205
Knoxville, TN 37915-2566
888-267-5669
TTY:865-525-4512
http://www.amputee-coalition.org
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Autism and PDD Support Network
14271 Jeffrey #3
Irvine, CA 92620
http://www.autism-pdd.net
On-line information and support for families with children with Autism and Spectrum Disorders. Has a state-by-state Autism resource list. |
Cerebral Palsy Family Network
http://www.cpfamilynetwork.org
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Cornelia de Lange Syndrome Foundation, Inc
302 West Main St. #100
Avon, CT 06001
800-223-8355
860-676-8166
860-676-8337 (Fax)
http://www.cdlsusa.org
E-mail: info@cdlsusa.org |
Epilepsy Foundation of America
8301 Professional Place
Landover, MD 20785
(800) 332-1000
http://www.epilepsyfoundation.org/
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FAS (Fetal Alcohol Syndrome) Community Resource Center
4710 East 29th. Street, Suite 7
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 296-9172
http://www.come-over.to/FASCRC/
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Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders Center for Excellence
2101 Gaither Road, Suite 600
Rockville, MD 20850
1-866-786-7327
http://www.fascenter.samhsa.gov
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Five P Minus Society (Cru-du-chat)
1-888-970-0777
http://www.fivepminus.org
*To encourage and facilitate communication among families having a child with 5p- Syndrome and to spread awareness and education of the syndrome to these families and their service providers.Call for referral to the Family Support Coordinator covering your area. |
IDEA League ~ International Dravet Syndrome Epilepsy Action League
P.O. Box 803338 #18880
Chicago, IL 60680
http://www.idea-league.org
E-mail: info@idea-league.org
Parent and professional organization promotes research and education for the early diagnosis, appropriate treatment, and cure of Dravet Syndrome, also known as SMEI (Severe Myoclonic Epilepsy of Infancy), and related genetic, febrile, sodium channel epilepsies. |
International Dyslexia Association
40 York Rd., 4th Floor
Baltimore, MD 21204-5202
(800) 222-3123
(410) 296-0232
http://www.interdys.org/
Email: info@interdys.org |
Learning Disabilities Association of America
4156 Library Road
Pittsburgh, PA 15234
(412) 341-1515
(412) 344-0224 (Fax)
http://www.ldanatl.org
* See menu for chapter listings by state. |
Muscular Dystrophy Association-USA
3300 E. Sunrise Drive
Tucson, AZ 85718
1-800-572-1717
http://www.mda.org
* Click on Find Your Local MDA Office to locate an office and clinic near you. |
National Fragile X Foundation
1615 Bonanza St. Suite 202
Walnut Creek, CA 95456
(800) 688-8765
(925) 938-9315 (Fax)
http://www.fragilex.org
Email: natlfx@fragilex.org |
The National Directory of Family-Run & Youth-Guided Organizations for Children's Mental Health
http://familyorgdirectory.fmhi.usf.edu/default.cfm
*State by State and Tribal Listings available. |
| Early Intervention |
NCBDDD Learn The Signs ~Act Early Campaign
1600 Clifton Rd.
Atlanta, GA 30333
1-800-232-4636 (Info Line)
http://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/autism/ActEarly
*Large data base of early developmental milestones and information. |
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| Education |
Bureau of Indian Education Special Education Programs/Division of Performance & Accountability
1011 Indian School Road, NW Suite 332
Albuquerque, NM 87104
505-563-5264
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IDEA 2004/U.S. Department of Education
http://idea.ed.gov/
*Updated IDEA Act information for all age groups. |
Mountain Plains Regional Resource Center (Utah State University)
1780 N. Research Parkway, Suite 112
Logan, UT 84341
(435) 752-0238
http://www.rrfcnetwork.org/mprrc
The MPRRC serves Arizona, the Bureau of Indian Affairs, Colorado, Kansas, Montana, Nebraska, New Mexico, North Dakota, South Dakota, Utah and Wyoming. Click on your state from this home page for events and information in your area. |
National Indian Education Association
700 North Fairfax Street, Suite 210
Alexandria, VA 22314
http://www.niea.org
National Tribal Education Directory. Listings by Tribe/Nation. |
Special Education Advisor
9909 Topanga Canyon Blvd. #169
Chatsworth, CA 91311
(818) 993-3011
http://www.specialeducationadvisor.com
* An online Special Education & IEP Advisor covering a wide base of special education and IEP/504 topics.
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United Tribes Technical College
3315 University Dr.
Bismarck, ND 58504
1-888-643-8882
http://www.uttc.edu
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| Employment |
Office of Disability Employment Policy (ODEP)
200 Constitution Avenue (US Dept. Of Labor)
Washington, DC 20210
1-866-ODEP-DOL (633-7365)
TTY 1-877-889-5627
http://www.dol.gov/odep
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| Equipment |
Ability Hub/Assistive Technology Solutions
c/o The Gilman Group, L.L.C. P.O. Box 6356
Rutland, VT 05702-6356
(802) 775 1993
http://www.abilityhub.com/links/computer.htm
Email: info@abilityhub.com
*Information regarding computer assistive technologies. |
Wheelchair
http://www.newdisability.com
* A european website with many useful wheelchair related articles and interesting video. Click on "Articles" in the left hand menu. |
| Housing Programs - Government |
DisabilityInfo.gov ~ Housing
http://www.disabilityinfo.gov
*Provides a comprehensive listing of Federal and State housing programs and up to date program information. |
Fair Housing Accessibility FIRST
(888) 341-7781 (V/TTY)
http://www.fairhousingfirst.org/index.asp
*Promotes compliance with the Fair Housing Act in design and construction. Excellent resource links list. |
Paralyzed Veterans of America
801 18th Street NW
Washington, DC 20006-3517
1-800-424-8200
http://www.pva.org
*Not just for paralyzed Veterans, not just for paralysis. Ask for their Architecture Program!
**SNRP recommends their publication "Accessible Home Design". |
Public Housing Authorities Directors Association/Local Housing Authority Sites
http://www.phada.org/ha_list.php
*Site lists for city/community Housing Authorities (listed by state). |
US Dept. of Housing (HUD) Native American Housing and Self Determination Act (NAHASDA)
451 7th Street S.W.
Washington, DC 20410
(202) 708-1112
TTY (202) 708-1455
http://www.hud.gov/offices/pih/ih/regs/index.cfm
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| Housing Programs - Private |
ABILITY Awareness
1440 E. 1st St., Suite 107
Santa Anna, CA 92710
(714) 277-4330
(949) 943-4496 (military/ Los Al
(714) 277-3743 (Fax)
http://www.abilityawareness.org/index.htm
Email: Info@ABILITYawareness.org
*Builds accessible low income homes.
**Provides outpatient reahbilitiation housing for wounded military members and their families.
To contact ABILITY House at Los Al, please Email LosAl@ABILITYawareness.org |
Center For Universal Design North Carolina State University
P.O. Box 8613
Raleigh, NC 27695-8613
(800) 647-6777
V/TTY:(919) 515-3082
(919) 515-3023 (Fax)
http://www.design.ncsu.edu\cud
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Institute for Human Centered Design (Adaptive Environments)
180-200 Portland Street, Suite 1
Boston, MA 02114
(617) 695-1225
(617) 482-8099 (Fax)
http://www.adaptenv.org
E-mail: info@HumanCenteredDesign.org |
Institute for Human Centered Design (Adaptive Environments)
180-200 Portland Street, Suite 1
Boston, MA 02114
(617) 695-1225 (v/tty)
1 (617) 482-8099 (Fax)
http://adaptiveenvironments.org
E-mail: info@HumanCenteredDesign.org
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Rebuilding Together/National Headquarters
1536 16th Street, N.W.
Washington, DC 20036
1-800-473-4229
http://www.rebuildingtogether.org
*Currently has 225 affiliates, nationwide. Click on "Affiliates" for the Affiliate office nearest you. |
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| Independent Living Organizations |
Assist! to Independence
P.O. Box 4133
Tuba City, AZ 86045
(888) 848-1449
V/TT (928) 283-6672
(928) 283-6284 (Fax)
http://www.assisttoindependence.org/ati
Serving Navajo and Hopi Reservations |
CyberCIL of Arizona New Horizons ILC (Flagstaff Branch Office)
2501 N. 4th St. Suite 11-A
Flagstaff, AZ 86001
V/TT/Fax (520) 214-7102
http://www.cybercil.com
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Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians Independent Living
101 Industrial Road
Choctaw, MS 39350
(601) 650-7354
http://www.choctaw.org
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Native American Independent Living Services (NAILS)
c/o IL Center of Western New York 3108 Main Street
Buffalo, NY 14214
V/TTY: 716- 836-0822
http://www.wnyilp.org/NAILS/NAILS.html
Serving the Native American Population in Erie Co. |
New Horizons Independent Living Center
8085 E. Manley Dr., Suite 1
Prescott Valley, AZ 86314
V/TT (520) 772-1266
(800) 406-2377
http://www.newhorizonsilc.org
(Navajo and Hopi Reservations)
Serving Yavapai and Coconino counties |
North Country Independent Living
2231 Catlin Avenue, Suite 16 (Main Office)
Superior, WI 54880
(800) 924-1220 V/TTY
(715) 392-9118 V/TTY
http://www.northcountryil.com/ncil.htm
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| Indian Health Services |
Aberdeen Area Indian Health Services
115 4th Avenue Southeast
Aberdeen, SD 57401
(605) 226-7531
(605) 226-7321 (Fax)
http://www.ihs.gov/FacilitiesServices/AreaOffic...
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Alaska Area Native Health Service
4141 Ambassador Drive, Suite 300
Anchorage, AK 99508-5928
(907) 729-3686
(907) 729-3689 (Fax)
http://www.ihs.gov/FacilitiesServices/AreaOffic...
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Albuquerque Area Indian Health Services
5300 Homestead Road, NE
Albuquerque, NM 87110
(505) 248-4500
(505) 248-4115 (Fax)
http://www.ihs.gov/FacilitiesServices/AreaOffic...
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Bemidji Area Indian Health Service
522 Minnesota Ave. NW, Romm 119
Bemidji, MN 56601
(218) 444-0458
(218) 444-0461 (Fax)
http://www.ihs.gov/FacilitiesServices/AreaOffic...
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Billings Area Indian Health Services
2900 4th Avenue North
Billings, MT 59101
(406) 247-7107
(406)247-7230 (Fax)
http://www.ihs.gov/FacilitiesServices/AreaOffic...
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California Area Indian Health Service
650 Capitol Mall Suite 7-100
Sacremento, CA 95814
(916) 930-3927
(916) 930-3952 (Fax)
http://www.ihs.gov/FacilitiesServices/AreaOffic...
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Indian Health Services (Headquarters)
The Reyes Building 801 Thompson Ave. Suite 400
Rockville, MD 20852-1627
(310) 442-3024
http://www.ihs.gov
*Phone listings by Regional Offices,States and tribe |
Nashville Area Office Indian Health Services
711 Stewarts Ferry Pike
Nashville, TN 37214-2634
(615) 467-1500
(615) 467-1501 (Fax)
http://www.ihs.gov/FacilitiesServices/AreaOffic...
*Covers the Southern and Eastern United States. |
National Indian Child Welfare Association NICWA
5100 SW Macadam Ave. Suite 300
Portland, OR 97239
(503) 222-4044
(503) 222-4007 (Fax)
http://www.nicwa.org/index.asp
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National Indian Health Board
926 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE
Washington, DC 20003
202-507-4070
202-507-4071 (Fax)
http://nihb.org
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Native American Training Institute
3333 E. Broadway Ave, Suite 1210
Bismarck, ND 58501
(701) 255-6374
(701) 255-6394 (Fax)
http://nativeinstitute.org/index.htm
*The Native American Training Institute provides unique, culturally-relevant training and curriculum packages for professionals working with Native American children and families.
Contact for more information. |
Navajo Area Indian Health Service (NAIHS)
Hwy 264 & St. Michael Road
St. Michael, AZ 86511
http://www.ihs.gov/FacilitiesServices/AreaOffic...
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Navajo Area Indian Health Service (NAIHS))
P.O. Box 9020
Window Rock, AZ 86515
(928) 87105811
http://www.ihs.gov/FacilitiesServices/AreaOffic...
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Oklahoma City Area Indian Health Services
Five Corporate Plaza 3625 NW 56th Street
Oklahoma City, OK 73112
(405)951-3768
(405) 951-3780 (Fax)
http://www.ihs.gov/FacilitiesServices/AreaOffic...
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Phoenix Area Indian Health Services
Two Rennaisance Square 40 North Central Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85004-4424
(602) 364-4123
http://www.ihs.gov/FacilitiesServices/Area Offi...
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Portland Area Indian Health Services
1220 SW Third Ave. #476
Portland, OR 097204
(503)326-2020
(503) 326-7280 (Fax)
http://www.ihs.gov/FacilitiesServices/AreaOffic...
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Tucson Area Indian Health Services
7900 So. J. Stock Road
Tucson, AZ 85746-7012
(520) 295-2405
(520) 295-2602 (Fax)
http://www.ihs.gov/FacilitiesServices/AreaOffic...
*Serves the Tohono O'odham Nation and Pascua Yaqui Tribe |
Utah Department of Community and Culture
324 South State Street, Ste #500
Salt Lake City, UT
801-538-8808
http://community.utah.gov/
*Click on Services |
| Information |
ADA Information and Technical Assistance
U.S. Department of Justice,950 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW,Disability Rights Section - NYA
Washington, DC 20530
800-514-0301
800-514-0383 (TTY)
http://www.ada.gov
*For information and assistance call the information line listed above. |
American Indian Disability Technical Assistance Center
University of Montana Rural Institute 52 Corbin Hall
Missoula, MT 59812-7056
Toll Free: 1-866-424-3822
(406) 243-2349 (Fax)
http://aidtac.ruralinstitute.umt.edu/
*Large Native American Resource List. |
Bridges 4 Kids
3520 Okemos Road, Suite 6 -150
Okemos, MI 48864
http://www.bridges4kids.org
E-mail: info@bridges4kids.org
*A nationwide data base providing parents, educators, and others the information they need to help children who might be at-risk or have special needs. Includes information on child development, education issues and opportunities, and extensive disability, gifted, at-risk, parenting, and teaching resources. |
Center for Personal Assistance Services
University of California, San Fransisco
San Francisco, CA
http://www.pascenter.org/home/index.php
*Contains updated Medicaid information and state-by-state listing of Medicaid waivers. |
Cover The Uninsured (Robert Wood Johnson Foundation)
1 (800) 234-1317
http://covertheuninsured.org
*This site is dedicated to providing information regarding Medicaid, state insurance programs, High-Risk Pools and other programs provided in every state. |
Disability Information.Gov
http://www.disabilityinfo.gov
*Large Federal database providing easy access to comprehensive information about disability programs, services, laws and benefits. To find disability resources in your state just click on the Find State and Local Resources map located in each of the subject areas listed in their menu. |
DisAbility.gov
http://www.disability.gov
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Drugwatch.com
800-452-0949
http://www.drugwatch.com
Email: webmaster@drugwatch.com
Drugwatch.com provides information on a wide range of prescription and over-the-counter medications, including details on side effects, uses, and interactions, as well as the latest drug news and FDA alerts.
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Foundation for Health Coverage Education® (FHCE)
800-234-1317
http://www.coverageforall.org
Email: fhceinfo@coverageforall.org
* Assists individuals and families find health care coverage in their area. |
Girls Health.gov
8270 Willow Oaks Corporate Drive, Suite 301
Fairfax, VA 22031
http://4girls.gov
*See "Illness and Disability" tab. Excellent information resource. |
Health Care dot Gov
http://www.healthcare.gov/index.html
*Provides current and up to date information regarding health care legislation and a state-by-state guide to insurance programs available in every state. |
Healthfinder dot Gov
P.O. Box 1133
Washington, DC 20013-1133
http://www.healthfinder.gov
E-mail: healthfinder@nhic.org
Provides medical information and "How To" find services and resources nationwide.
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MedicareSolutions
http://www.medicaresolutions.com/disability-res...
*A comprehensive page on disabilities providing informative links in several areas of interest including Disability Rights, support groups, government resources and organizations and others. |
National Congress of American Indians
1301 Connecticut Ave. NW Suite 200
Washington, DC 20036
(202) 466-7767
(202) 466-7797 (Fax)
http://www.ncai.org
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National Organization on Disability
910 Sixteenth Street, N.W., Suite 600
Washington, DC 20006
(202) 293-5960
TTY: (202) 293-5968
(202) 293-7999 (Fax)
http://www.nod.org
E-mail: ability@nod.org |
Social Security Online - American Indians and Alaska Natives
Federal Information Line 1-800-7
http://www.ssa.gov/aian
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United Spinal Association
75-20 Astoria Boulevard
Jackson Heights, NY 11370
800-404-2898
(718) 803-3782
(718) 803-0414 (Fax)
http://www.unitedspinal.org/disability-publicat...
*Linda's favorite down-loadable informational resource. Linda recommends the following booklets: Disability Etiquette (PDF), Taking Action (PDF), Adaptive Automotive Equipment (PDF), The Americans with Disabilities Act (PDF),The Fair Housing Amendments Acts (PDF) and Accessing Local Government (PDF). Please see the menu page for other publications you may be interested in. |
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| Insurance Assistance Programs |
Cover the Uninsured
http://covertheuninsured.org
Email: info@covertheuninsured.org
* Provides a State by State guide to finding healthcare insurance coverage in your state. |
Patient Advocate Foundation
421 Butler Farm Road
Hampton, VA 23666
(800) 532-5274
(757) 873-8999 (Fax)
http://patientadvocate.org
*Provides effective mediation and arbitration services to patients to remove obstacles to healthcare including medical debt crisis, insurance access issues and employment issues for patients with chronic, debilitating and life-threatening illnesses.
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| Legal Advocacy/Information |
Michigan Indian Legal Services
814 A S. Garfield Ave.
Traverse City, MI 49686-3430
(877) 968-6877
(231)947-3956 (Fax)
http://www.mils.org
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National Association of Indian Legal Services
300 Third Street, Suite 210
Wausau, MN 54403
1-800-472-1638
http://www.judicare.org/nails.html
*See home page for state by state listing of service centers. |
National Health Law Program (NHelp) Main Office
2639 South La Cienega Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90034-2675
(310) 204-6010
(310) 204-0891 (Fax)
http://www.healthlaw.org
Email: nhelp@healthlaw.org
* NHeLP serves legal services programs, community-based organizations, the private bar, providers and individuals who work to preserve a health care safety net for the millions of uninsured or underinsured low-income people. |
National Help Law Program (NHeLP) North Carolina Office
211 North Columbia Street, 2nd Floor
Chapel Hill, NC 27514-3503
(919) 968-6308
(919) 968-8855 (Fax)
http://www.healthlaw.org
Email: nhelp@healthlaw.org
* NHeLP serves legal services programs, community-based organizations, the private bar, providers and individuals who work to preserve a health care safety net for the millions of uninsured or underinsured low-income people. |
National Help Law Program (NHeLP) Washington, D.C. Office
1101 14th Street, NW Suite 405
Washington, DC 20005
(202) 289-7661
(202) 289-7724 (Fax)
http://www.healthlaw.org
Email: nhelpdc@healthlaw.org
* NHeLP serves legal services programs, community-based organizations, the private bar, providers and individuals who work to preserve a health care safety net for the millions of uninsured or underinsured low-income people. |
Native Legal Net~ a project of DNA People's Legal Services
PO Box 306
Window Rock, AZ 86515
(928) 871-4151
(928) 871-5036 (Fax)
http://www.nativelegalnet.org/
E-mail: content@dnalegalservices.org |
Pine Tree Legal Assistance ~ Native American Unit
61 Main Street
Bangor, ME 04401
(207) 942-0673
TTY: (207) 942-1060
(207) 942-8323 (Fax)
http://www.ptla.org/ptlasite/native/native.htm
*Provides services to Micmac, Maliseet, Penobscot and Passamaquoddy Tribes and other Native Americans living in Maine. |
The Special Needs Alliance
http://specialneedsalliance.com
*Provides a national list of lawyers specializing in special needs trusts and other resources by state. |
United States Department of Justice: Office of Tribal Justice
950 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20530-0001
(202) 514-2000
http://www.usdoj.gov/otj
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Wright's Law
http://www.wrightslaw.com
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| Medical Information/Research Organizations |
National Library of Medicine - American Indian Health
http://americanindianhealth.nlm.nih.gov/
An informational portal for and about Native Peoples of the United States. Resource listings, organizational contacts, etc. listed. |
University of Montana Rural Institute Center for Excellence in Disability Education, Research, and Services
52 Corban Hall
Missoula , MT 59812
(800) 732-0032
(406) 243-5467
http://ruralinstitute.umt.edu
*Information regarding RURAL living and services.
*Native American Resource Listings |
| Military Quick Links (National Guard, Reserve, Active Duty) |
Easter Seals National Headquarters
230 W. Monroe St., Suite 1800
Chicago, IL 60606
(800) 221-6827
TTY 312-726-4258
(312) 726-1494 (Fax)
http://www.easterseals.com
*Contact for the chapter closest to you. Ask your local chapter for camps, grants, respite services and other services available in your area. |
Exceptional Family Member Program/All Branches/Mobile
http://apps.mhf.dod.mil/pls/psgprod/f?p=EFMPMOB...
Contains contact information, Base program locators and enrollment/justification forms for ALL Branches of service. |
Social Security Administration Information for Parents
National Info. 1-800-772-1213
http://www.ssa.gov/pgm/links_ssi.htm
*Benefits information and local office addresses with contact information available by state and city. |
The Medicaid Reference Desk (The ARC)
1825 K Street NW, Suite 1200
Washington, DC 20006
800-433-5255
http://www.thedesk.info
E-mail: contact@thedesk.info The site offers state by state information on Medicaid programs and waivers, and includes a list of what types of services fall under each program/waivers jurisdiction. The website offers information on common questions and concerns regarding Medicaid. It includes a Medicaid terms and definitions section, defining words commonly used on Medicaid forms and correspondence as well as other useful information. |
The National Resource Directory
http://www.nationalresourcedirectory.gov
The National Resource Directory (NRD) provides access to services and resources at the national, state and local levels that support recovery, rehabilitation and community reintegration. |
The Special Needs Alliance
http://specialneedsalliance.com
*Provides a national list of lawyers specializing in special needs trusts and other resources by state. Check here for help with Guardianship, incapacitation, trusts and other pertinent topics. |
United Cerebral Palsy (UCP)
1660 L Street, NW, Suite 700
Washington, DC 20036
(800) 872-5827
TTY (202) 973-7197
(202) 776-0414 (Fax)
http://www.ucp.org
*Contact for your local chapter. Excellent state-by-state resource guide. |
United Way
701 N. Fairfax St.
Alexandria, VA 22314
http://national.unitedway.org
*Non-profit charitable organization offering a variety of services including camps, respite, grants, etc. Find your local chapter here. |
| Other |
Adaptive Driving Program/Good Samaritan Hospital
| 5601 Loch Raven Boulevard
Baltimore, MD 21239
443-444-4601
http://www.goodsam-md.org/body.cfm?id=650
* Contact for program information. |
Disability Studies, Temple University Blog
http://disstud.blogspot.com
*Based at Temple University but with nationwide contributors. Has a LARGE list of disability related blogs. |
The Special Parent dot Com
http://thespecialparent.com
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| Parent Support Programs |
CADRE ~ Consortium for Appropriate Dispute Resolution in Special Education
3411-A Willamette Street
Eugene, OR 97405-5122
(541) 686-5060
TTY: (541) 284-4740
(541) 686-5063 (Fax)
http://www.directionservice.org/cadre/
* Encourages the use of mediation and other collaborative strategies to resolve disagreements about special education and early intervention programs. |
Compassion Fatigue Awareness Project
http://compassionfatigue.org
The Compassion Fatigue Awareness Project© is dedicated to educating caregivers about authentic, sustainable self-care and aiding organizations in their goal of providing healthy, compassionate care to those whom they serve.
E-mail: patricia@compassionfatigue.org |
Family Voices
3701 San Mateo Blvd. NE, Suite 103
Albuquerque, NM 87110
(888) 835-5669
(505) 872-4774
(505) 872-4780 (Fax)
http://www.familyvoices.org
Family Voices aims to achieve family-centered care for all children and youth with special health care needs and/or disabilities. Through our national network, we provide families tools to make informed decisions, advocate for improved public and private policies, build partnerships among professionals and families, and serve as a trusted resource on health care.
*Click on your state for local chapter information. |
Hands and Voices
PO Box 3093
Boulder, CO 80307
(866) 422-0422
http://www.handsandvoices.org/index.htm
E-mail: parentadvocate@handsandvoices.org
*Dedicated to supporting families with children who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing without a bias around communication modes or methodology. We're a parent-driven, non-profit organization providing families with the resources, networks, and information they need to improve communication access and educational outcomes for their children, nationwide. Click on the Map to find the chapter in your state. |
National Native American Families Together Parent Center
121 Sweet Ave. Suite 123
Moscow, ID 83843
Toll Free: 1-877-205-7501
http://www.nativefamilynetwork.com
email: naft@moscow.com
*Nationwide resource for Native American families, tribes, communities, parent centers and others. |
Technical Assistance Alliance for Parents Centers Map
8161 Normandale Blvd
Minneapolis, MN 55437
1-888-248-0822 Nationwide
http://www.taalliance.org/centers/index.htm
*E-mail: alliance@taalliance.org
**Each state has at least one parent center. These should be listed on your state resource links page. If not, click here and find your state on the map. |
| Patient Assistance Programs |
American Dental Association ~ Give Kids A Smile Program
http://www.givekidsasmile.ada.org/findGKAS.asp
*This is a yearly clinic in most communities. Click on the Clinic locator to find a clinic in your area. |
Merck Patient Assistance Programs
P.O. Box 100
Whitehouse Station, NJ 08889-0100
908-423-1000
http://www.merck.com/responsibility/pap-informa...
Merck offers a family of programs providing free and discounted medicines to patients who cannot afford their prescribed medicines. |
NeedyMeds
P.O. Box 219
Gloucester, MA 01931
http://www.needymeds.org
NeedyMeds is a 501(c)(3) national non profit, has information on programs that help people who can't afford their medications and health care costs. Provides data regarding approximately 2400 programs and nearly 11,000 free/low-cost/sliding-scale clinics. |
Partnership for Prescription Assistance
1-888-477-2669
http://www.pparx.org
The Partnership for Prescription Assistance offers a single point of access to more than 475 public and private patient assistance programs, including more than 180 programs offered by pharmaceutical companies. More than 2,500 brand-name and generic medicines are covered. |
Partnership for Prescription Assistance Kids
1-877-369-1477
http://kids.pparx.org
The Partnership for Prescription Assistance offers a single point of access to more than 475 public and private patient assistance programs, including more than 180 programs offered by pharmaceutical companies. More than 2,500 brand-name and generic medicines are covered. |
Pfizer Helpful Answers
1-866-706-2400
http://www.pfizerhelpfulanswers.com
Pfizer Helpful Answers is a family of assistance programs for uninsured and underinsured patients who need help getting their Pfizer medicines.
These programs provide:
•Pfizer medicines for free or at a savings to patients who qualify
•Some programs also offer reimbursement support services
Call for more information. |
RxAssist
111 Brewster Street
Pawtucket, RI 02860
401-729-3284
401-729-2955 (Fax)
http://www.rxassist.org
Email: info@rxassist.org
Patient Assistance Program Center ~ Offers a comprehensive database of programs and information. |
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| Recreation |
United States Tennis Association/Wheelchair Tennis
70 West Red Oak Lane
White Plains, NY 10604
HQ (914) 696-7000
http://www.usta.com/Play-Tennis/Wheelchair-Tenn...
*Provides regulation and paralympic play information nation wide.Contact for full program information. |
Ability Station
278 South 880 West
Spanish Fork, UT 84660
800-520-1222
http://www.abilitystation.com
Ability Station offers toys for special needs children needing sensory, fine motor and gross motor,and cognitive development. Toys are reviewed by an Occupational, Physical or Speech Therapist. |
Accessible Playground dot Net
1463 Greystone Dr.
Pittsburgh, PA 15206
(412) 334-2652
http://www.accessibleplayground.net
E-mail: mara@letkidsplay.com
*Excellent web based center for information re: Accessible playgrounds. Provides a nationwide playground directory and playground resources.
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Adaptive Action Sports
PO box 16558
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96151
http://adacs.org/about-aas
General Information E-mail: info@adacs.org
Check out their blog at http://adaptiveactionsports.blogspot.com |
American Amputee Hockey Association
http://www.usahockey.com/aaha/
E-Mail:clw_man@hotmail.com
*The AAHA invites all players with limb loss/ birth defects/ and other disabilities to play upright ice hockey. |
American Camp Association
5000 State Road 67 North
Martinsville, IN 46151-7902
800-428-2267
765-342-8456
765-342-2065 (Fax)
http://www.campparents.org
*24 Regional Offices nationwide. Check listings for camps near you. |
American Wheelchair Bowling Association
P.O. Box 69
Clover, VA 24534
http://www.awba.org
E-mail: info@awba.org
*The AWBA provides a competitive, challenging, and informative environment for those individuals with disabilities requiring the use of a wheelchair while bowling to participate in bowling events no matter their individual skill level. |
Amputee Coalition
900 East Hill Avenue, Suite 205
Knoxville, TN 37915
888-267-5669
http://www.amputee-coalition.org/fact_sheets/Ki...
E-Mail: amputee-coalition.org
*See for amputee camps listed by state.
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Best Buddies - Global Headquarters
100 Southeast Second Street, Suite 2200
Miami , FL 33131
(800) 892-8339
(305) 374-2233
(305) 374-5305 (Fax)
http://www.bestbuddies.org
*Contact for a chapter in your area. |
C.A.S.T. for Kids Foundation (Western Region)
227 S.W. 41st Street
Renton, WA 98057
(425) 251-3214
(425) 251-3272 (Fax)
http://www.castforkids.org/
Email:jim@castforkids.org
*Contact for a fishing program in your state |
Camp Huntington
56 Bruceville Rd
High Falls, NY 12440
(866) 514-5281
http://www.camphuntington.com
E-mail: admissions@camphuntington.com
Founded in 1960, Camp Huntington serves youth with Learning and Developmental Disabilities, ADD/HD, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Apsperger's, PDD, and other special needs. The camp is located in High Falls, NY on a 34-acre rural site that provides a fun, safe summer experience for 6- to 21-year-olds. Our program is specifically designed to focus on Adaptive and Therapeutic Recreation. Campers are grouped by age and ability, not by diagnosis, and spend time swimming, playing music, cooking, indoor climbing, singing and acting.
We serve campers from the U.S. and other countries
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CampResource.com/Online Summer Camp Directory
http://www.campresource.com
*Special needs camps for boys and girls that focus on the challenges of ADHD, Autism, physical disabilities, weight loss, diabetes, and many other special needs that children face. Listed alphabetically. Can search by camp type and state.
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FlagHouse Inc.
601 FlagHouse Drive
Hasbrouck Heights , NJ 07604-3116
http://www.flaghouse.com
*Need a grant? Click on "Grant Writing Center" in the bottom menu for more information.
*Supplier of Special Needs equipment and resources for physical education, sports, fitness, and recreation and for health, special needs, special education, sensory integration, and multisensory environments. |
Freedom's Wings International, Inc.
324 Charles Street, Apt #25
Coopersburg, PA 18036
(800) 382-1197
http://www.freedomswings.org
Freedom's Wings International (FWI) is a non-profit organization run by and for people with physical disabilities. We provide the opportunity for those who are physically challenged to fly in specially adapted sailplanes, either as a passenger or as a member of the flight training program.
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HopeKids
P.O. Box 672
Cave Creek, AZ 85327-0672
800-319-5845
888-418-3980 (Fax)
http://www.hopekids.org
E-mail: info@hopekids.org
*Provides ongoing events & activities and a powerful, unique support community for families who have a child with cancer or some other life-threatening medical condition. We surround these remarkable children and their families with the message that hope can be a powerful medicine.** Chapters currently in Arizona,Utah,Texas, and Minnesota. See site for chapter contact information.
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International Wheelchair Aviators
P.O. Box 279
Kemah, TX 77565
281-703-7450
http://wheelchairaviators.org
E-mail: IWAviators@aol.com
A worldwide group of disabled and able bodied
pilots interested in aviation and flying. Members have many different disabilities including paraplegia,quadriplegia, amputee, multiple sclerosis, spina bifida, polio and other problems. |
Let Kids Play!
1463 Greystone Dr.
Pittsburgh, PA 15206
(412) 334-2652
http://www.letkidsplay.com
E-mail: mara@letkidsplay.com
*Let Kids Play is a consulting firm that works with manufacturers,
communities, non-profits, park districts, retail stores, and parents on projects and strategies that ensure that all
children have the best play opportunities possible |
Liberty Swing
http://www.libertyswing.com.au
For information E-mail: Australia office at diane@libertyswing.com.au
*Playground swing equipment for people with disabilities which enable children in wheelchairs to enjoy the fun and recreation of swinging. |
MySummerCamps.Com
909 Sepulveda Blvd.
El Segundo, CA 90245
310-280-4105
877-777-7738
310-280-4921 (Fax)
http://www.mysummercamps.com/camps/Special_Need...
*Large resource listing of a wide variety of Special Needs summer camps in the US and Canada. |
National Amputee Golf Association
11 Walnut Hill Rd
Amherst, NH 03031
http://nagagolf.org
E-mail:info@nagagolf.org
See "Related Links" for regional and international organization contact information. |
National Center on Physical Activity and Disability
1640 W. Roosevelt Road
Chicago, IL 60608-6904
1-800-900-8086
1-312-355-4058 (Fax)
http://www.ncpad.org/
Email: ncpad@uic.edu.
*Maintains a State-by-state listing of Summer Camps and recreational facilities. |
National Park Service/Accessible Opportunities in National Parks
http://www.nps.gov/pub_aff/access/opportunities...
*Contact information is available by Park. Check out the left-hand menu for more National Park accessibility information. |
National Parks Pass
http://www.nps.gov/fees_passes.htm
*Updated information regarding free access passes to National Parks for U.S. citizens or permanent residents with permanent disabilities. |
National Sports Center for the Disabled
P.O. Box 1290
Winterpark , CO 80482
(970) 726-1540
(303) 316-1540
(970) 726-4112 (Fax)
http://www.nscd.org
*National Sports Center for the Disabled's mission is to positively impact the lives of people with any physical or mental challenge through quality adaptive recreation programs in over 20 sports. |
National Wheelchair Basketball Association
1130 Elkton St., Suite C
Colorado Springs, CO 80907
(719) 266-4082
(719) 266-4876 (Fax)
http://www.nwba.org
E-mail: info@nwba.org |
Sensafloat
www.reboundtherapy.org/hydrotherapy
E-Mail: Hydro@reboundtherapy.org
Original Floatsation is a unique water support aid, designed to facilitate relaxation and movement in water. It has applications for children and adults across the whole spectrum of special needs. Winner of the 1993 Toshiba / CBI Invention of the Year award.
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The Miracle League Association
1506 Klondike Road, Suite 105
Conyers, GA 30094
770 760-1933
770 483-1223 (Fax)
http://www.miracleleague.com
E-mail: Johnny@miracleleague.com
*The Miracle League focuses on removing barriers which keep mentally and physically disabled children off the baseball field and lets them experience the joy of America's favorite pastime.Click on "Find a League" to find a league in your community. |
The National Alliance for Accessible Golf
1733 King Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
(703) 299-4296
(703) 739-0124 (Fax)
http://resourcecenter.usga.org
E-mail: info@accessgolf.org
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The United States Association of Blind Athletes
33 N. Institute St.
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
(719) 630-0422
(719) 630-0616 (Fax)
http://www.usaba.org/
*See home page for Camp Information and Regional Offices in your area and state. |
Turning Point
403 Pacific Ave.
Terrell, TX 75160
http://www.turningpointnation.org
Email: dk@turningpointnation.org
*Develop self-esteem and confidence
in the physically challenged population through participation in adapted outdoor adventures. Contact for chapter and program information. |
United States Quad Rugby Association
(561) 969-1970
(561) 642-4444 (Fax)
http://www.quadrugby.com
*The United States Quad Rugby Association provides opportunities, support, and structure for competitive wheelchair rugby to people with disabilities. |
US Electric Wheelchair Hockey Association
7216 39th Avenue North
Minneapolis, MN 55427
763-535-4736
208-279-1368 (Fax)
http://www.powerhockey.com
PowerHockey™ is based on basic hockey rules with a few adaptations to allow everyone in a power wheelchair the ability to participate. |
US Youth Soccer TOPSoccer (The Outreach Program for Soccer
9220 World Cup Way
Frisco, TX 75034
800-4SOCCER
(972) 334-9960 (Fax)
http://www.usyouthsoccer.org/programs/topsoccer...
E-mail: mmoran@usyouthsoccer.org
*A community-based training and team placement program for young athletes with disabilities, organized by youth soccer association volunteers. The program is designed to bring the opportunity of learning and playing soccer to any boy or girl, ages 4-19, who has a mental or physical disability.
*Contact for a program in your area. |
USA Disabled Hockey
http://www.usahockey.com//disable_hockey/defaul...
*Contains a listing of teams and disciplines all over the US. See Team Listings for a team near you. |
VerySpecialCamps.Com
http://www.veryspecialcamps.com
An online camp directory for individuals with one or more of a wide range of special needs. Listings are by state. |
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| Service Dogs/Canine Programs |
Assistance Dog Institute/Bergin University of Canine Studies
1215 Sebastopol Road
Santa Rosa, CA 95407
(707) 545-3647
http://www.assistancedog.org/
Email: info@berginu.edu |
Autism Service Dogs of America
4248 Galewood St.
Lake Oswego, OR 97035
http://autismservicedogsofamerica.com
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Canine Companions for Independence (CCI)/National Center
P.O. Box
Oceanside, CA 92052
(800) 572-2275
(760) 901-4300
(760) 901-4551 (Fax)
http://www.caninecompanions.org
*Contact for regional training centers and Veteran's Programs. |
Dogs 4 Diabetics
1647 Willow Pass Road, #157
Concord, CA 94520-2611
(925) 246-5785
http://www.dogs4diabetics.com
E-mail: info@dogs4diabetics.com |
Land of Pure Gold Foundation
3731 Greenway Lane
Owings Mills, MD 21117
http://landofpuregold.com/service-groups.htm
* A Canine Cancer research group they also provide a nationwide assistance dog group and training program listing. |
Positive Partners Assistance Dogs, Inc.
P.O. Box 2088
Hailey, ID 83333
(208) 721-1309
* Trains wheelchair assistance, hearing assistance, guide dogs and mobility assistance dogs. Will train dogs for anyone in the United States. |
| Transition/Post Secondary Schooling |
Healthy & Ready to Work National Resource Center
5600 Fishers Lane
Rockville, MD 20857
http://www.hrtw.org
Provides a large resource database for Transitional teens/young adults. |
HEATH Resource Center/ George Washington University
2134 G Street, N.W.
Washington, DC 20052
http://www.heath.gwu.edu
E-mail: AskHEATH@gwu.edu
*The HEATH Resource Center gathers and disseminates information to help people with disabilities reach their full potential through postsecondary education and training. Contains a wealth of information and resources on a wide variety of subjects related to education. |
National Collaborative on Workforce and Disability for Youth (NCWD)
4455 Connecticut Avenue NW, Suite 310
Washington, DC 20008
877-871-0744
TTY: 877-871-0665
http://www.ncwd-youth.info
*Federal informational program site. Excellent resource. Click on "Content By State" for programs in your area. |
Virginia College Quest
George Mason University
, VA
http://www.vacollegequest.org/index.shtml
E-mail: info@vacollegequest.org
*An excellent Post-High School education resource. |
| Transportation Information |
Air Charity Network
National Headquarters 410 1st. Av. NW
Rochester, MN 55901
877-858-7788
http://aircharitynetwork.org/
Email:execdir@aircharitynetwork.org
*Air medical transportation services. Contact for office in your region to apply. |
Freewheel Mobility
680 North 1000 West, Unit 7
Centerville, UT 84014
(801) 294-0550
1-888-779-8267
http://www.freewheelvans.com
Wheelchair van sales, rentals and repair.
** SNRP Recommended vendor.
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National Mobility Equipment Dealers Association
3327 W. Bearss Ave.
Tampa, FL 33618
(800) 833-0427
(813) 264-2697
(813) 962-8970 (Fax)
http://www.nmeda.org/
Email: nmeda@aol.com
*Provides a state-by-state listing of NMEDA QAP certified dealerships. Start here when looking for mobility equipment (lifts, vehicles, steering systems, etc.) information. |
School Transportation News
P.O. Box 789
Redondo Beach, CA 90277
(310) 792-2226
http://www.stnonline.com/stn/
*See Special Needs Transportation |
The Mobility Resource
1-866-771-7770
http://www.themobilityresource.com
*Provides nationwide dealer contact information as well as a limited number of Financial Assistance programs. |
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| Tribal Contacts |
Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation
2 Matt's Path P.O. Box 3060
Mashantucket, CT 06339
(860) 396-6252
http://www.Mashantucket.org
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Native American Family Empowerment Great Lakes-Inter-Tribal Council, Inc.
2932 Highway 47 North, P.O. Box 9
Lac du Falmbeau, WI 54538
Toll Free: (800) 472-7207
(715) 588-3324 (Fax)
http://www.glitc.org/
email:glitc@glitc.org
*Serves Native Americans in Wisconsin, Michigan and Minnesota. |
