ADAPT is a national grass-roots community that organizes disability rights activists to engage in nonviolent direct action, including civil disobedience, to assure the civil and human rights of people with disabilities to live in freedom. There's no place like home; and we mean real homes, not nursing homes. We are fighting so people with disabilities can live in the community with real supports instead of being locked away in nursing homes and other institutions.
420 W Cedar St, Denver,Colorado 80223 Voice: Contact: Dawn Russell (303) 884-1471 Email: adapt@Adapt.org
Website:
https://adapt.org/
https://adapt.org/
ADAPT is a national grass-roots community that organizes disability rights activists to engage in nonviolent direct action, including civil disobedience, to assure the civil and human rights of people with disabilities to live in freedom. There's no place like home; and we mean real homes, not nursing homes. We are fighting so people with disabilities can live in the community with real supports instead of being locked away in nursing homes and other institutions.
Contact: Jennifer McPhail, David Wittie, Cathy Cranston, Bob Kafka
ADAPT of Texas (Austin)
1100 S. IH 35
Austin, TX 78704
Voice: (512) 442-0252
Fax: (512) 906-1133
Email: adapt@Adapt.orgWebsite:
https://adaptoftexas.org/contact-us/
https://adaptoftexas.org/contact-us/
Legal Council for Health Justice uses the power of the law to secure dignity, opportunity, and well-being for people facing barriers due to illness or disability. Legal Council for Health Justice serves many demographics, including individuals living with HIV/AIDS, children and families with disabilities and chronic illness, senior citizens, and homeless individuals with dual diagnosis.
Legal Council for Health Justice
17 N. State St., Suite 900
Chicago, IL 60602
Voice: (312) 427-8990
TTY: (312) 327-1983
(866) 506-3038
Fax: (312) 427-8419
Email: info@legalcouncil.orgWebsite:
https://legalcouncil.org
https://legalcouncil.org
The American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD) is a convener, connector, and catalyst for change, increasing the political and economic power of people with disabilities. As a national cross-disability rights organization, AAPD advocates for full civil rights for the over 60 million Americans with disabilities by promoting equal opportunity, economic power, independent living, and political participation.
2013 H STREET, NW, 5TH FLOOR,
WASHINGTON, DC 20006
Voice: Toll free:(800) 840-8844
(202) 521-4316
TTY: (800) 840-8844
(202) 457-0046
Fax: (202) 457-0473Website:
https://www.aapd.com/
https://www.aapd.com/
Through its members, AUCD is a resource for local, state, national, and international agencies, organizations, and policy makers concerned about people living with developmental and other disabilities and their families. Members engage in a range of interdisciplinary activities including: exemplary services for children, adults, and families; academic training; basic and applied research; training and technical assistance to schools, communities, and all levels of government; policy advocacy; program evaluation; dissemination of best practices and new information. AUCD programs also train the next generation of leaders in disability-related research, training, service delivery, and policy advocacy to insure that this essential work continues.
1010 Wayne Avenue, Suite 920
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Voice: (301) 588-8252
Fax: (301) 588-2842
Email: aucdinfo@aucd.orgWebsite:
http://www.aucd.org/template/index.cfm
http://www.aucd.org/template/index.cfm
AHEAD is the premiere professional association committed to full participation of persons with disabilities in postsecondary education.
AHEAD is a professional membership organization for individuals involved in the development of policy and in the provision of quality services to meet the needs of persons with disabilities involved in all areas of higher education.
8015 West Kenton Circle, Suite 230
Huntersville, NC 28078
Voice: (704) 947-7779
Fax: (704) 948-7779Website:
https://www.ahead.org/
https://www.ahead.org/
The Burton Blatt Institute (BBI), located at Syracuse University, will build the premier organization to advance civic, economic, and social participation of persons with disabilities in a global society by creating a collaborative environment—with entrepreneurial innovation and best business practices—to foster public-private dialogue, and create the capacity to transform policy, systems, and people through inclusive education, the workforce, and communities.
950 Irving Avenue
Dineen Hall, Suite 446
Syracuse, New York 13244-2130
Voice: (315) 443-2863
Fax: (315) 443-9725Website:
http://bbi.syr.edu
http://bbi.syr.edu
The Client Assistance Program (CAP) helps people with disabilities receive quality services by advocating for their interests and helping them identify resources, understand procedures, resolve problems, and protect their rights in the rehabilitation process, employment, and home services. Individuals with a disability who want to receive or are receiving Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) services are eligible for CAP assistance. CAP can help people obtain answers to questions and resolve issues with VR services, the Home Services Program, Centers for Independent Living, or community rehabilitation programs and workshops. CAP can also provide some guidance and advice on employment issues under the Americans with Disabilities Act, Title I
100 S Grand Ave East
Basement
PO BOX 19429
Springfield, IL 62794-9429
Voice: (800) 641-3929
TTY: (888) 460-5111
Email: dhs.cap@illinois.govWebsite:
http://www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?item=37637
http://www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?item=37637
The Client Assistance Program (CAP) is established under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (as amended) and is administered by the Department of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection. CAP is not attached to the same department (Department of Workforce Development) as the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR). CAP can: provide information and assistance to individuals who have a dispute with DVR; tell you if your complaint can be resolved without an appeal; assist you to negotiate or mediate an end to the dispute; if you wish to handle an appeal yourself, CAP can tell you how the appeal process works and what you need to do; advise you on how to word your appeal request whether you are doing the appeal yourself or with CAP's help; represent you in an appeal if their review of the case shows that your complaint has merit. If you want CAP to represent you, you should contact CAP before you file for an appeal.
Director: Deb Henderson Guenther
Client Assistance Program (CAP)
2811 Agriculture Drive
P.O. Box 8911
Madison, WI 53708-8911
Voice: Toll free: (800) 362-1290
TTY: (V/TTY) (608) 224-5071
Fax: (608) 224-5069
Email: Deb.HendersonGuenther@wisconsin.govWebsite:
https://datcp.wi.gov/Pages/Programs_Services/ClientAssistanceProgram.aspx
https://datcp.wi.gov/Pages/Programs_Services/ClientAssistanceProgram.aspx
The mission of The Disability Network is to promote freedom, choice, opportunity and equality for people with disabilities through advocacy, education and employment.
3600 S Dort Hwy. Ste. 54
Flint, MI 48507
Voice: (810) 742-1800
TTY: (810) 742-7647
Fax: (810) 742-2400Website:
https://www.disnetwork.org
https://www.disnetwork.org
Disability Network/Michigan is a collaborative organization representing 15 Centers for Independent Living (CILs) throughout the state. We facilitate collective work among our members; resulting in a strong and essential statewide voice striving to meet the needs of the 1.9 million people in Michigan who have a disability.
1476 Haslett Road
Haslett, MI 48840
Voice: (517) 339-0539
Fax: (517) 339-0805Website:
http://www.dnmichigan.org/
http://www.dnmichigan.org/
We serve people with disabilities and their families. We also work with schools, businesses, human service organizations, health agencies and a variety of community resources. We provide Information & Referral, Advocacy, Independent Living Skills, Peer Support, Nursing Facility Transition, Student Centered Transition, Empowerment Training, Assistive Technology Training, Assistance with Medicare, Independent Living Assessments, Accessibility Assessments for businesses, Disability Awareness trainings for businesses and True Colors Self-Awareness trainings for businesses. Our Mission Disability Network Oakland & Macomb is a Center for Independent Living. Independent Living changes attitudes, expands community options, removes barriers, and increases choice.DNOM is committed to supporting personal choice and independence for persons with disabilities.
1709 John R. Rd.
Troy, Michigan 48083
Voice: (586) 268-4160
Toll free: (800) 284-2457
Fax: (586) 285-9942
Email: info@dnom.orgWebsite:
http://www.dnom.org/
http://www.dnom.org/
We provide services to people with a variety of disabilities, including physical, neurological, psychiatric, learning, cognitive, and sensory disabilities. Whether you were born with a disability or acquired a disability later in life through accident, illness or through the aging process, you are welcome here. We are a resource for friends and family members of people with disabilities as well as community professionals and other human service providers.We provide services to local units of government and the business and non-profit communities by providing information, training, technical assistance and support in learning to be welcoming of people with disabilities as customers, clients, patrons, volunteers, or employees.
517 E. Crosstown Parkway
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
Voice: (269)345-1516
Toll free: (877) 674-5209
Fax: (269) 345-0229Website:
http://www.dnswm.org/
http://www.dnswm.org/
The Disability Rights Education and Defense Fund, founded in 1979, is a leading national civil rights law and policy center directed by individuals with disabilities and parents who have children with disabilities. The mission of the Disability Rights Education and Defense Fund is to advance the civil and human rights of people with disabilities through legal advocacy, training, education, and public policy and legislative development. The vision of the Disability Rights Education and Defense Fund is a just world where all people, with and without disabilities, live full and independent lives free of discrimination.
Disability Rights Education and Defense Fund
3075 Adeline Street, Suite 210
Berkeley, CA 94703
Voice: (510) 644-2555
TTY: (800) 348-4232
(510) 644-2555
Fax: (510) 841-8645
Email: info@dredf.orgWebsite:
http://dredf.org/
http://dredf.org/
The Disability History Project is a community history project and we welcome your participation. This is an opportunity for disabled people to reclaim our history and determine how we want to define ourselves and our struggles. People with disabilities have an exciting and rich history that should be shared with the world. Please email us about anything that you would like to see become part of the Disability Social History Project, including your disabled heroes, important events in disability history, and resources.
Website:
http://www.disabilityhistory.org/index.html
http://www.disabilityhistory.org/index.html
This state office concentrates on helping improve the lives of Michigan's 1 million Deaf and Hard of Hearing citizens. Our mission is affirming the indisputable right of Deaf and Hard of Hearing Persons to secure effective communication. The Division on Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DODHH) is part of the Michigan Commission for Disability Concerns (MCDC), within the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Growth (DELEG).
Division on Deaf, Deaf Blind and Hard of Hearing Cadillac Place
3054 W. Grand Boulevard,Suite 3-600
Detroit, MI 48202
Voice: (313) 437-7035
TTY: (313) 437-7035
Fax: (313) 456-3721
Email: DODDBHH@Michigan.govWebsite:
http://www.michigan.gov/mcdc-dodhh
http://www.michigan.gov/mcdc-dodhh
Knowing now as: The Waisman Center
Their Mission is dedicated to advancing knowledge about human development, developmental disabilities, and neurodegenerative diseases through:
Research spanning the biological, behavioral and social sciences
Training for students and post-doctoral fellows, providers and the community
Services for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families
Outreach to the community.
Waisman Center, University of Wisconsin-Madison 1500 Highland Avenue Madison, WI 53705-2280 Voice: Business Office: (608) 263-1656 Email: info@waisman.wisc.edu
Website:
https://www.waisman.wisc.edu/general-information/families/
https://www.waisman.wisc.edu/general-information/families/
The focus of the Governor's Committee includes all disabilities. Six GCPD Members represent specific disability constituencies: alcohol and other drug abuse; blindness and visual impairment; deaf and hard of hearing; developmental disabilities; mental health; physical disabilities.
The Governor's Committee is charged with the following duties: to advise the Governor and state agencies on problems faced by people with disabilities; to review legislation affecting people with disabilities; to promote effective operation of publicly-administered or supported programs serving people with disabilities; to promote the collection, dissemination and incorporation of adequate information about persons with disabilities for purposes of public planning at all levels of government; to promote public awareness of the needs and abilities of people with disabilities; and to encourage the effective involvement of people with disabilities in government.
1 W. Wilson Street, Room 551
Post Office Box 7851
Madison, Wisconsin 53707-7851
Voice: (608) 266-9354
TTY: 711
Fax: (608) 267-3203Website:
https://gcpd.wisconsin.gov/
https://gcpd.wisconsin.gov/
The Indiana Governor's Council is an independent state agency that facilitates change. Our mission is to advance the independence, productivity and inclusion of people with disabilities in all aspects of society. This mission is accomplished through planning, evaluation, collaboration, education, research and advocacy. The Council is consumer-driven and is charged with determining how the service delivery system in both the public and private sectors can be most responsive to people with disabilities. The Council receives and disseminates federal funds to support innovative programs that are visionary, influence public policy, empower individuals and families and advocate systems change.Board members of the Council are appointed by the Governor and 60% of the board must be people with disabilities or their family members.
Indiana Government Center South, Room E145
402 West Washington Street
Indianapolis, Indiana 46204t
Voice: (317)232-7770
Fax: (317)233-3712
Email: council@gcpd.in.govWebsite:
https://www.in.gov/gpcpd/2338.htm
https://www.in.gov/gpcpd/2338.htm
The Ohio Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC) was established in 1992 by amendments to the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and is a statutory requirement under Federal laws. The Ohio SILC is designed to maintain independence and not exist within any state agency, to ensure autonomy of the Independent Living (IL) Program in Ohio.
The Ohio SILC's is responsible for the development, implementation, and monitoring of the State Plan for Independent Living, a three-year strategic plan for Ohio to work towards goals of greater access, inclusion and independence; coordinating activities with other entities that provide services similar or complementary to Independent Living Services; assisting to develop the network of Centers for Independent Living; and conduct regular meetings of the Council that are open to the public.
670 Morrison Rd., Suite 200
Gahanna, OH 43230
Voice: (614) 438-1391
TTY: (614) 892-0390
Fax: (614) 861-0392Website:
http://www.ohiosilc.org/
http://www.ohiosilc.org/
The Great Lakes Inter-Tribal Council provides services to Native Americans in Wisconsin, Michigan, and Minnesota. Mission Statement: The Great Lakes Inter-Tribal Council will support member tribes in expanding sovereignty and self-determination. Vision Statement: The Great Lakes Inter-Tribal Council (GLITC) will support member tribes in expanding self-determination efforts by providing services and assistance. GLITC will use a broad range of knowledge and experience to advocate for the improvement and unity of tribal governments, communities, and individuals. Throughout these activities, GLITC will maintain deep respect for tribal sovereignty and reservation community values.
2932 Highway 47 N,
Lac du Flambeau, WI 54538
Voice: Toll free: (800) 472-7207
(715) 588-3324
Fax: (715) 588-7900
Email: glitc@glitc.orgWebsite:
http://www.glitc.org/
http://www.glitc.org/
The mission of Equip for Equality is to advance the human and civil rights of children and adults with physical and mental disabilities in Illinois. It is the only statewide, cross-disability, comprehensive advocacy organization providing self-advocacy assistance, legal services, and disability rights education while also engaging in public policy and legislative advocacy and conducting abuse investigations and other oversight activities.
300 East Main Street
Suite 18
Carbondale, IL 62901
Voice: (618) 457-7930
(800) 758-0559
TTY: (800) 610-2779
Fax: (618) 457-7985
Email: contactus@equipforequality.orgWebsite:
http://www.equipforequality.org
http://www.equipforequality.org
The mission of Equip for Equality is to advance the human and civil rights of children and adults with physical and mental disabilities in Illinois. It is the only statewide, cross-disability, comprehensive advocacy organization providing self-advocacy assistance, legal services, and disability rights education while also engaging in public policy and legislative advocacy and conducting abuse investigations and other oversight activities.
1 West Old State Capitol Plaza
Suite 816
Springfield, IL 62701
Voice: (217) 544-0464
(800) 758-0464
TTY: (800) 610-2779
Fax: (217) 523-0720
Email: contactus@equipforequality.orgWebsite:
http://www.equipforequality.org
http://www.equipforequality.org
The mission of Equip for Equality is to advance the human and civil rights of children and adults with physical and mental disabilities in Illinois. It is the only statewide, cross-disability, comprehensive advocacy organization providing self-advocacy assistance, legal services, and disability rights education while also engaging in public policy and legislative advocacy and conducting abuse investigations and other oversight activities.
20 North Michigan Avenue, Suite 300
Chicago, IL 60602
Voice: (312) 341-0022
(800) 537-2632
TTY: (800) 610-2779
Fax: (312) 341-0295
Email: contactus@equipforequality.orgWebsite:
http://www.equipforequality.org
http://www.equipforequality.org
Mission: The Independent Living Institute (ILI) is a policy development center specializing in consumer-driven policies for disabled peoples' freedom of choice, self-determination, self-respect and dignity. Our ultimate goal is to promote disabled people’s personal and political power. Towards this end we provide information, training materials and develop solutions for services for persons with extensive disabilities in Sweden and internationally. We are experts in designing and implementing direct payment schemes for personal assistance, mainstream taxi and assistive technology.
Independent Living Institute Storforsplan 36, 10 tr 123 47 Farsta,Sweden Voice: 08-506 22 179 Email: admin@independentliving.org
Website:
http://www.independentliving.org/
http://www.independentliving.org/
The ILRU (Independent Living Research Utilization) program is a national center for information, training, research, and technical assistance in independent living. Its goal is to expand the body of knowledge in independent living and to improve utilization of results of research programs and demonstration projects in this field. It is a program of TIRR (The Institute for Rehabilitation and Research), a nationally recognized medical rehabilitation facility for persons with disabilities.
ILRU
TIRR Memorial Hermann Research Center
1333 Moursund
Houston, TX 77030
Voice: (713) 520-0232
TTY: (713) 520-0232
Fax: (713) 520-5785
Email: ilru@ilru.orgWebsite:
http://www.ilru.org/projects/cil-net/cil-center-and-association-directory
http://www.ilru.org/projects/cil-net/cil-center-and-association-directory
Lake County Center for Independent Living (LCCIL) is a non-residential, cross-disability organization governed and staffed by a majority of people with disabilities. We advocate for a fully accessible society that is inclusive of everyone. LCCIL believes that the disability community must have the freedom and opportunity to control our own lives.
377 N. Seymour Avenue
Mundelein, IL 60060
Voice: (847) 388-0776
TTY: (847) 949-0641
Video Phone (847) 388-0776
Fax: (847) 949-4445
Email: info@lccil.orgWebsite:
http://www.lccil.org/
http://www.lccil.org/
Michigan Commission on Disability Concerns which includes the Division on Deaf and Hard of Hearing responds to and advocates on behalf of Michigan's 1.9 million people with disabilities. This is done through information and technical assistance, disability rights training, working with the Michigan Business Leaders Network on employment for people with disabilities, coordinating the Michigan Youth Leadership Forum and conducting disability awareness and sensitivity training.
201 N. Washington Square, Suite 150
Lansing, MI 48913
Voice: (517) 335-6004
Toll free: (877) 499-6232
TTY: (517) 335-6004
Fax: (517) 335-7773
Email: mcdc@michigan.govWebsite:
http://www.michigan.gov/mdcr/0,4613,7-138-28545---,00.html
http://www.michigan.gov/mdcr/0,4613,7-138-28545---,00.html
State Support's mission is to improve access to justice for all Minnesotans. State Support's unique role is to provide information, connections, and tools for the public and for advocates,
and to support the civil legal aid programs who share our mission.
Midtown Commons - Suite #101B
2324 University Avenue West
St. Paul, MN 55114
Voice: (651) 228-9105
Fax: (651) 222-0745
Email: statesupport@mnlegalservices.orgWebsite:
http://www.mnlegalservices.org/
http://www.mnlegalservices.org/
The Minnesota Disability Law Center (MDLC) is the designated Protection and Advocacy System (P&A) for Minnesota and addresses the unique legal needs of Minnesotans with disabilities. MDLC provides free civil legal assistance to individuals with disabilities statewide on legal issues related to their disabilities. All individuals with disabilities are eligible to receive help, regardless of age or income level.
MMLA MN Disability Law Center
111 N Fifth St, Suite 100
Minneapolis, MN 55403
Voice: (612) 334-5970
TDD (612) 332-4668
TTY: Toll free (800) 292-4150
Fax: (612) 334-5755
Email: mndlc@midmnlegal.orgWebsite:
http://mylegalaid.org/about/our-work/disability-law
http://mylegalaid.org/about/our-work/disability-law
To serve people with disabilities in Minnesota through development of effective policy, training, technical resources and collaborations with public and private stakeholders.
121 E. 7th Place, Suite 107
St. Paul, MN 55101
Voice: Toll free (800) 945-8913
(651) 361-7800
TTY: Toll free (800) 945-8913
(651) 361-7800
Fax: (651) 296-5935
Email: council.disability@state.mn.usWebsite:
http://www.disability.state.mn.us?agency=MSCOD
http://www.disability.state.mn.us?agency=MSCOD
NCD is an independent federal agency and is composed of 15 members appointed by the President, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate. It provides advice to the President, Congress, and executive branch agencies to promote policies, programs, practices, and procedures that guarantee equal opportunity for all individuals with disabilities, regardless of the nature or severity of the disability and to empower individuals with disabilities to achieve economic self-sufficiency, independent living, and inclusion and integration into all aspects of society.
National Council on Disability
1331 F Street, NW,
Suite 850
Washington, DC 20004
Voice: (202)272-2004
TTY: (202)272-2074
Fax: (202)272-2022
Email: ncd@ncd.govWebsite:
http://www.ncd.gov
http://www.ncd.gov
NCIL advances independent living and the rights of people with disabilities. The National Council on Independent Living is the longest-running national cross-disability, grassroots organization run by and for people with disabilities. Founded in 1982, NCIL represents thousands of organizations and individuals including: individuals with disabilities, Centers for Independent Living (CILs), Statewide Independent Living Councils (SILCs), and other organizations that advocate for the human and civil rights of people with disabilities throughout the United States.
2013 H St. NW 6th Floor
Washington, D.C. 20006
Voice: (202) 207-0334
Toll free:1-844-778-7961
TTY: (202) 207-0340
Fax: (202) 207-0341Website:
http://www.ncil.org
http://www.ncil.org
The National Disability Rights Network (NDRN) is the nonprofit membership 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.
Through training and technical assistance, legal support, and legislative advocacy, the National Disability Rights Network works to create a society in which people with disabilities are afforded equality of opportunity and are able to fully participate by exercising choice and self-determination. The National Disability Rights Network serves a wide range of individuals with disabilities – including, but not limited to, those with cognitive, mental, sensory, and physical disabilities – by guarding against abuse; advocating for basic rights; and ensuring accountability in health care, education, employment, housing, transportation, and within the juvenile and criminal justice systems.
National Disability Rights Network (NDRN)
820 1st Street NE, Suite 740
Washington, DC 20002
Voice: (202)408-9514
TTY: (202)408-9521
Fax: (202)408-9520
Email: info@ndrn.orgWebsite:
http://www.ndrn.org/index.php
http://www.ndrn.org/index.php
Supporting the Parent Centers Who Serve Families of Children with Disabilities.
Center for Parent Information and Resources
c/o Statewide Parent Advocacy Network (SPAN)
35 Halsey St., 4th Floor
Newark, NJ 07102
Voice: Toll free:(800) 695-0285
(973) 642-8100
TTY: (800) 695-0285
(202) 884-8200
Fax: (202) 884-8441
Email: malizo@spanadvocacy.orgWebsite:
https://www.parentcenterhub.org/
https://www.parentcenterhub.org/
The National Organization on Disability (NOD) is a private, non-profit organization that promotes the full participation and contributions of America’s 57 million people with disabilities in all aspects of life. NOD focuses on increasing employment opportunities for the 80-percent of working-age Americans with disabilities who are not employed.
77 Water Street, Suite 204
New York, NY 10005
Voice: (646) 505-1191
TTY: (202) 293-5968
Fax: (646) 505-1184
Email: INFO@NOD.ORGWebsite:
http://www.nod.org/
http://www.nod.org/
Our staff provides information, referrals, and support to people with a wide variety of disabilities. We also work on a larger scale, helping governments, businesses, and other organizations make changes that improve life for everyone in the community.
415 East Eighth Street
Traverse City, MI 49686
Voice: (231) 922-0903
Toll free: (866)869-8600
TTY: (231) 922-2359
Fax: (231) 922-2597
Email: bnewhouse@charterinternet.comWebsite:
http://disabilitynetwork.org/
http://disabilitynetwork.org/
The Open Doors Organization (ODO) was founded in 2000 for the purpose of creating a society in which all persons with disabilities have the same consumer opportunities as those without. We aspire to teach businesses how to succeed in the disability market, while simultaneously empowering the disability community.
8600 W Catalpa, Suite 709
Chicago, IL 60656
Voice: (773) 388-8839
Fax: (413) 460-5995Website:
http://opendoorsnfp.org
http://opendoorsnfp.org
Paralyzed Veterans of America, a congressionally chartered veterans service organization founded in 1946, has developed a unique expertise on a wide variety of issues involving the special needs of our members – veterans of the armed forces who have experienced spinal cord injury or dysfunction.
801 Eighteenth Street, NW
Washington, DC 20006-3517
Voice: 1-800-424-8200
TTY: 1-800-795-4327
Email: info@pva.orgWebsite:
http://www.pva.org/site/PageServer
http://www.pva.org/site/PageServer
FRCD is here to help you: Learn about your Rights and Responsibilities under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).Make informed decisions about your child's Individualized Education Program (IEP) Obtain appropriate services for your child.Communicate more effectively with school professionals.Come together with other parents who share your concerns and desires to make a difference.Learn more about Early Intervention and transition services Effect positive change in your child's school.Learn about what he or she needs to lead a productive and independent adult life .Family Resource Center on Disabilities serves the following 8 Illinois counties: Cook, DuPage, Grundy, Kane, Kendall, Lake, McHenry, and Will.
11 E. Adams St. Suite 1002
Chicago, IL 60603
Voice: (312) 939-3513
Fax: (312) 854-8980
Email: info@frcd.orgWebsite:
https://frcd.org/
https://frcd.org/
The mission of the Family Matters Parent Training and Information Center is to build upon families' strengths, empower parents and professionals to achieve the strongest possible outcomes for students with disabilities, and to enhance the quality of life for children and young adults with disabilities.
Family Matters Parent Training & Information Center
1901 S. 4th St., Ste. 209
Effingham, Illinois 62401
Voice: (217) 347-5428
(866) 436-7842
TTY: (217) 347-5428
Fax: (217) 347-5119
Email: info@fmptic.orgWebsite:
http://www.fmptic.org
http://www.fmptic.org
The mission of IN*SOURCE is to provide parents, families and service providers in Indiana the information and training necessary to assure effective educational programs and appropriate services for children and young adults with disabilities.
1703 South Ironwood Drive
South Bend, Indiana 46613
Voice: (574) 234-7101
Toll free: (800) 332-4433
Fax: (574) 234-7279
Email: insource@insource.orgWebsite:
http://insource.org/
http://insource.org/
Michigan Alliance for Families is a statewide resource to connect families of children with disabilities to resources to help improve their children's education. We help facilitate parent involvement as a means of improving educational services and outcomes for students with disabilities. Michigan Alliance for Families can assist you in knowing your rights, effectively communicating your child's needs, and advising how to help them develop and learn.
1325 S. Washington Avenue Lansing, MI 48910 Voice: Toll free: (800) 552-4821 (734) 994-8100 Ext: 1590 Email: info@michiganallianceforfamilies.org
Website:
http://www.michiganallianceforfamilies.org
http://www.michiganallianceforfamilies.org
Michigan Alliance for Families and Michigan Alliance - PTI provide information, support and education to families of children and adults with disabilities from birth to age 26 who are in the educational system. The purpose of the projects are to increase the involvement of families in their children's education and the educational system in general.
Michigan Alliance for Families c/o Goodwill Industries of Greater Detroit 3111 Grand River Avenue Detroit, MI 48208 Voice: Toll free: (800) 552-4821 (313) 557-8780
Website:
http://www.michiganallianceforfamilies.org
http://www.michiganallianceforfamilies.org
The mission of PACER Center (Parent Advocacy Coalition for Educational Rights) is to expand opportunities and enhance the quality of life of children and young adults with disabilities and their families, based on the concept of parents helping parents.
PACER Center, Inc.
8161 Normandale Blvd.
Bloomington, MN 55437
Voice: (952) 838-9000
Toll free: (800) 537-2237
TTY: (952) 838-0190
Fax: (952) 838-0199Website:
http://www.pacer.org/
http://www.pacer.org/
discapacitados abriéndose caminos (d.a.c.) is a non-profit organization based out of Minnesota that is solely dedicated to the challenge of disability as it affects Latino families. discapacitados abriéndose caminos (people with disability; opening paths in life) is committed to stabilize basic needs, provide timely and culturally sensitive listening, address the families’ priorities, and communicate and respond in ways meaningful to the family.
107 7th Avenue South
South St. Paul, MN 55075
Voice: (651) 293-1748
Fax: (651) 293-1744
Email: centro@dacmn.orgWebsite:
http://www.dacfamilycenter.org/en/home
http://www.dacfamilycenter.org/en/home
The Ohio Coalition for the Education of Children with Disabilities (OCECD) is a statewide nonprofit organization that serves families of infants, toddlers, children and youth with disabilities in Ohio, educators and agencies who provide services to them. OCECD works through the coalition efforts of over 40 parent and professional disability organizations and over 70 individual members which comprise the Coalition. OCECD has also been funded since 1984 to serve as the Parent Training and Information Center (PTI) for the state of Ohio from the federal government, U.S. Dept of Education, Office for Special Education Programs.
165 West Center Street, Suite 302
Marion, OH 43302-3741
Voice: (740) 382-5452
Toll free: (800) 374-2806
TTY: Toll free: (800) 374-2806
(740) 382-5452
Fax: (740) 383-6421
Email: ocecd@gte.netWebsite:
http://www.ocecd.org/
http://www.ocecd.org/
Our mission is to promote the independence of individual with disabilities by providing information and support to them, their families and their service providers in the areas related to, but not limited, to education and health.
Alianza Latina Aplicando Soluciones
1615 S 22nd Street
Suite 109
Milwaukee, WI 53204
Voice: (414)643-0022
(866)249-5055
Fax: (414)643-0023
Email: alasinc@alianzalatinawi.orgWebsite:
http://www.alianzalatinawi.org/ALAS.htm
http://www.alianzalatinawi.org/ALAS.htm
Wisconsin Family Assistance Center for Education, Training & Support, Inc. (WI FACETS) is a nonprofit organization serving Wisconsin children and adults with disabilities, their families and those who support them.
Tannery Complex - Atlas Building
600 W. Virginia Street, Suite 501
Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53204
Voice: (414) 374-4645
Toll free: (877) 374-0511
TTY: (414) 374-4635
Fax: (414) 374-4655Website:
http://www.wifacets.org/
http://www.wifacets.org/
This site was designed and built by staff from the Yang-Tan Institute, at Cornell University's School of Industrial and Labor Relations. It was funded by a grant from the Developmental Disabilities Planning Council, to complement a three year training and technical assistance grant project begun in 1998: the Transition Technical Assistance and Support Project (T-TASP). T-TASP has provided training and support to nine demonstration sites throughout New York State that are integrating person-centered planning into transition planning and services for students with developmental disabilities so that they might become active participants in the shaping and realization of their future as adults.
Employment and Disability Institute
Cornell University
School of Industrial and Labor Relations
Ithaca, New York 14853-3901
Voice: (607) 255-7727
TTY: (607) 255-2891
Fax: (607) 255-2763Website:
http://www.personcenteredplanning.org/
http://www.personcenteredplanning.org/
Prairie State Legal Services is an organization that offers free legal services for low income persons and those age 60 and over who have serious civil legal problems and need legal help to solve them. There are 12 office locations serving 36 counties in northern Illinois. The resources page also provides references to self-help information. The mission of Prairie State Legal Services, Inc. is to ensure equal access to justice and fair treatment under the law by providing legal advice and representation, advocacy, education, and outreach that serve to protect basic human needs and enforce or uphold rights.
303 North Main Street, Suite 600
Rockford, IL 61101
Voice: (815) 965-2134
TTY: (815) 965-5114
Fax: (815) 965-1081Website:
https://www.pslegal.org/default.asp
https://www.pslegal.org/default.asp
Our Mission - To provide leadership, research, planning and education required to support independent living services in Illinois. We achieve our mission by: Identifying and reaching out to persons currently un-served and underserved by Centers for Independent Living; Increasing awareness of independent living services and the independent living philosophy; Helping existing CILs to better serve persons with disabilities; and Promoting the development of new CILs.
One West Old State Capitol Plaza, Suite 716
Springfield, IL 62701
Voice: (217) 744-7777
TTY: (217) 744-7777
Fax: (217) 744-7744
Email: silc@silcofillinois.orgWebsite:
https://silcofillinois.org/
https://silcofillinois.org/
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is the agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that leads public health efforts to advance the behavioral health of the nation. SAMHSA's mission is to reduce the impact of substance abuse and mental illness on America's communities.
Substance Abuse and Mental Health
Services Administration
5600 Fishers Lane
Rockville, MD 20857
Voice: Toll free: (877) 726-4727
TTY: (800) 487-4889
Email: SAMSAInfo@samhsa.hhs.govWebsite:
https://www.samhsa.gov/
https://www.samhsa.gov/
SAIL promotes the inclusion of people with disabilities into our communities on a full and equal basis through empowerment, education, participation and choice.
1200 Wright St. Ste A,
Marquette, MI 49855
Voice: (906) 228-5744
Toll free: (800) 379-7245
TTY: (906) 228-5744
Fax: (906) 228-5573Website:
http://www.upsail.org
http://www.upsail.org
TASH is an international leader in disability advocacy. Founded in 1975, TASH advocates for human rights and inclusion for people with significant disabilities and support needs – those most vulnerable to segregation, abuse, neglect and institutionalization. TASH works to advance inclusive communities through advocacy, research, professional development, policy, and information and resources for parents, families and self-advocates. The inclusive practices TASH validates through research have been shown to improve outcomes for all people.
TASH
1101 15th Street NW, Suite 206
Washington, D.C. 20005
Voice: (202) 817-3264
Fax: (202) 999-4722
Email: info@tash.orgWebsite:
http://tash.org
http://tash.org
Preserve, protect, promote and advocate for the civil, human, cultural and linguistic rights of deaf, hard of hearing, and deaf-blind individuals in Wisconsin.
P.O Box 176, Dousman, WI 53118
Website:
https://www.wisdeaf.org
https://www.wisdeaf.org
Mission:To be the indispensable resource for individuals with cerebral palsy and other disabilities, their families, and their communities.
1825 K Street NW Suite 600
Washington, DC 20006
Voice: (800) 872-5827
(202) 776-0406
Fax: (202) 776-0414
Email: info@ucp.orgWebsite:
http://ucp.org/
http://ucp.org/
The Institute on Disability and Human Development (IDHD), a University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities Education, Research, and Service (UCEDD) is dedicated to promoting the independence, productivity and inclusion of people with disabilities into all aspects of society.
The mission is addressed by conducting research and disseminating information about disability to academicians, policymakers, businesses, government agencies, service providers and the general public. The IDHD also provides an extensive array of clinical and community service activities and, through the Department of Disability and Human Development and other academic departments, offers interdisciplinary pre-service training. The values of cultural diversity, consumer choice and self-determination are emphasized across the life span in all training, public service, and research activities of the IDHD.
1640 W. Roosevelt Road MC 626 Chicago, IL 60608 Voice: (312) 996-1508 Email: dhdosa@uic.edu
Website:
http://ahs.uic.edu/disability-human-development/
http://ahs.uic.edu/disability-human-development/
The Indiana Institute serves as a liaison between academia and the community in Indiana through our membership in a national network comprised of 67 independent but interlinked entities known as University Centers for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDD). This national network represents an expansive national resource for addressing issues, finding solutions, and advancing research related to the needs of individuals with disabilities and their families.
Indiana Institute on Disability and Community
2810 E Discovery Parkway
Bloomington, IN 47408
Voice: (812) 855-6508
Fax: (812) 855-9630
Email: iidc@indiana.eduWebsite:
https://www.iidc.indiana.edu/
https://www.iidc.indiana.edu/
Our mission at DDI is to contribute to the development of inclusive communities and quality of life for people with disabilities and their families through a culturally sensitive statewide program of interdisciplinary education, community support and services, research and dissemination of information. We offer the following: education to individuals, professionals, paraprofessionals, parents and persons with disabilities; support to communities, systems and service providers; evaluation of programs and services; research on disability issues; information that contributes to training and application of knowledge. DDI is the federally designated University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDD) for Michigan.
Wisconsin Board for People with Developmental Disabilities
101 East Wilson Street,
Room 219
Madison, WI 53703
Voice: (608) 266-7826
TTY: (313) 577-2654
Fax: (313) 577-3770
Email: DDI@wayne.eduWebsite:
https://wi-bpdd.org/
https://wi-bpdd.org/
Through collaborative research, training, and information sharing, the Institute on Community Integration (ICI) improves policies and practices to ensure that all children, youth, and adults with disabilities are valued by, and contribute to, their communities of choice. Rather than providing direct services itself, the Institute works with community service providers, school districts, advocacy and self-advocacy organizations, policymakers, and researchers around the world to provide state-of-the-art information and practices that support the community integration of individuals with disabilities.ICI is the federally designated University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDD) for Minnesota.
Institute on Community Integration University of Minnesota 102 Pattee Hall, 150 Pillsbury Drive SE Minneapolis, MN 55455 Voice: (612) 624-6300 Email: ici@umn.edu
Website:
https://ici.umn.edu
https://ici.umn.edu
Cincinnati Children's will improve child health and transform delivery of care through fully integrated, globally recognized research, education and innovation.For patients from our community, the nation and the world, the care we provide will achieve the best: Medical and quality-of-life outcomes,patient and family experience,Value,today and in the future.
UCEDD
Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center
MLC 4002
3333 Burnet Avenue
Cincinnati, OH 45229-3039
Voice: (513) 636-4618
TTY: (513) 636-4900
Fax: (513) 636-0107Website:
http://www.cincinnatichildrens.org/patients/child/special-needs/medical/developmental/
http://www.cincinnatichildrens.org/patients/child/special-needs/medical/developmental/
The Waisman Center is dedicated to advancing knowledge about human development, developmental disabilities, and neurodegenerative diseases through: Research spanning the biological, behavioral and social sciences. Training for students and post-doctoral fellows, providers and the community.Services for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families.Outreach to the community.
Waisman Center
University of Wisconsin-Madison
1500 Highland Avenue
Madison, WI 53705-2280
Voice: (608) 263-1656
Fax: (608) 263-0529Website:
https://www.waisman.wisc.edu/
https://www.waisman.wisc.edu/
The Arc Wisconsin advocates for and with people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) to improve their quality of life; expand opportunities; and to increase their full inclusion in all aspects of community throughout their lifetimes. The Arc Wisconsin strives to promote awareness and respect for the value, contributions and rights of all people with I/DD.
The Arc Wisconsin PO Box 201, Stoughton, WI 53589 Voice: (608) 422- 4250 Email: info@arcwi.org
Website:
https://arcwi.org
https://arcwi.org
Disability Rights Wisconsin serves people of all ages, including people with developmental disabilities, people with mental illness, people with physical or sensory disabilities, and people with traumatic brain injury. Disability Rights Wisconsin respects the cultural values and personal choices of those seeking our services. We value diversity in all aspects of our agency’s operations.
6737 W. Washington St., Suite 3230
Milwaukee, WI 53214
Voice: (414) 773-4646
TTY: (888) 758-6049
Fax: (414) 773-4647Website:
http://www.disabilityrightswi.org/
http://www.disabilityrightswi.org/
Designated by the Governor to ensure the rights of all state citizens with disabilities through individual advocacy and system change, DRW is part of a national system of federally mandated independent disability agencies. DRW is completely independent of government and the disability service system in order to be free of any conflicts of interests which would undermine our capacity to advocate vigorously on behalf of the human and legal rights of people with disabilities. Disability Rights Wisconsin serves people of all ages, including people with developmental disabilities, people with mental illness, people with physical or sensory disabilities, and people with traumatic brain injury.
217 W. Knapp St.
Rice Lake, WI 54868
Voice: (715) 736-1232
TTY: (888) 758-6049
Fax: (715) 736-1252Website:
http://www.disabilityrightswi.org/
http://www.disabilityrightswi.org/
Designated by the Governor to ensure the rights of all state citizens with disabilities through individual advocacy and system change, DRW is part of a national system of federally mandated independent disability agencies. DRW is completely independent of government and the disability service system in order to be free of any conflicts of interests which would undermine our capacity to advocate vigorously on behalf of the human and legal rights of people with disabilities. Disability Rights Wisconsin serves people of all ages, including people with developmental disabilities, people with mental illness, people with physical or sensory disabilities, and people with traumatic brain injury.
131 W. Wilson St., Suite 700
Madison, WI 53703
Voice: (608) 267-0214
TTY: (888) 758-6049
Fax: (608) 267-0368Website:
http://www.disabilityrightswi.org/
http://www.disabilityrightswi.org/
The mission of the World Institute on Disability (WID) in communities and nations worldwide is to eliminate barriers to full social integration and increase employment, economic security and health care for persons with disabilities. WID creates innovative programs and tools; conducts research, public education, training and advocacy campaigns; and provides technical assistance.
World Institute on Disability
3075 Adeline Street, Suite 155
Berkeley, CA 94703
Voice: (510) 225-6400
TTY: (510) 208-9493
Fax: (510) 225-0477
Email: wid@wid.orgWebsite:
https://wid.org/
https://wid.org/
