Our mission is to promote universal access to transportation for people with disabilities under federal law and beyond by partnering with transportation providers, the disability community and others through the provision of training, technical assistance, applied research, outreach and communication.
1101 Vermont Avenue NW, Suite 510
Washington, D.C. 20005
Voice: (202) 347-3066
Toll free:(844) 227-3772
TTY: (202) 347-7385
Fax: (202) 737-7914
Email: espaconsulting@easterseals.comWebsite:
http://www.projectaction.com/
http://www.projectaction.com/
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/
Alcohol Rehab Help is an informational web guide founded in 2020. Our site was created to help those struggling with alcohol use disorders (AUD), substance use disorders (SUD), and/or co-occurring mental health disorders. We help individuals understand their addictions and find the best treatment option based on their unique situation and individual needs.
Treatment Pathway LLC 4700 Millenia Boulevard Suite 175 PMB 93044 Orlando, FL 32839 Email: E.g.john@doe.com
Website:
https://alcoholrehabhelp.org
https://alcoholrehabhelp.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/
The Commission's mission is "to promote the ABA's commitment to justice and the rule of law for persons with mental, physical, and sensory disabilities and to promote their full and equal participation in the legal profession."
American Bar Association
1050 Connecticut Ave. N.W.
Suite 400
Washington, D.C. 20036
Voice: (202) 662-1000
(202) 662-1570
Fax: (202) 442-3439
Email: cmpdl@abanet.orgWebsite:
https://www.americanbar.org/groups/diversity/disabilityrights/
https://www.americanbar.org/groups/diversity/disabilityrights/
An online dictionary of American Sign Language signs.
253 Communication Arts & Sciences
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI 48824-1212
Voice: (517) 353-5497
Fax: (517) 353-5498
Email: director@commtechlab.msu.eduWebsite:
http://commtechlab.msu.edu/index.php
http://commtechlab.msu.edu/index.php
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 mission of the Judge David L. Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law is to protect and advance the rights of adults and children who have mental disabilities. The Center envisions an America where people who have mental illnesses or developmental disabilities exercise their own life choices and have access to the resources that enable them to participate fully in their communities.
Judge David L. Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law
1090 Vermont Avenue, NW, Suite 220
Washington, DC 20005
Voice: (202) 467-5730
Fax: (202) 223-0409
Email: communications@bazelon.orgWebsite:
http://www.bazelon.org
http://www.bazelon.org
The vision of AgrAbility is to enhance quality of life for farmers, ranchers, and other agricultural workers with disabilities, so that they, their families, and their communities continue to succeed in rural America. For this target audience, "success" may be defined by many parameters, including: gainful employment in production agriculture or a related occupation; access to appropriate assistive technology needed for work and daily living activities; evidence-based information related to the treatment and rehabilitation of disabling conditions; and targeted support for family caregivers of AgrAbility customers. AgrAbility addresses a wide variety of disabling conditions in agriculture, including, but not limited to:
• Arthritis
• Spinal cord injuries/paralysis
• Back impairments
• Amputations
• Brain injury
• Visual impairments
• Hearing impairments
• Disabling diseases
• Cerebral palsy
• Respiratory impairments
• Head injury
915 W State Street West Lafayette, IN 47907 Voice: Toll free:(800) 825-4264 (765) 494-5088 Email: bng@ecn.purdue.edu
Website:
http://www.agrability.org/
http://www.agrability.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 IDeA Center practices human centered design through research, development, service, dissemination and educational activities. The primary goal of the Center is to produce knowledge and tools that will increase social participation of groups like people with disabilities and the older generation, who have been marginalized by traditional design practices. Our research activities include systematic reviews, human factors research, usability studies in the field and laboratory, survey research, focus groups and ethnographic studies. Our development activities include architectural design, product development, information technology resources and organizational development activities. The Center produces many dissemination products in both traditional and digital forms and engages in public, university and continuing education initiatives.
Center for Inclusive Design and Environmental Access
University at Buffalo | School of Architecture and Planning
309 Hayes Hall
Buffalo,NY 14214-8030
Voice: (716) 829-5902
TTY: (716) 829-3758
Fax: (716) 829-3861
Email: ap-idea@buffalo.eduWebsite:
http://idea.ap.buffalo.edu
http://idea.ap.buffalo.edu
The Center for Universal Design (CUD) is a national information, technical assistance, and research center that evaluates, develops, and promotes accessible and universal design in housing, commercial and public facilities, outdoor environments, and products. Our mission is to improve environments and products through design innovation, research, education and design assistance.
Center for Universal Design NCSU College of Design 101 Leazar Hall 2230 Katherine Stinson Drive Raleigh, NC 27695 Email: cud@ncsu.edu
Website:
https://www.ncsu.edu/ncsu/design/cud/
https://www.ncsu.edu/ncsu/design/cud/
Computers are tools that can provide solutions to many problems facing people with disabilities today. Closing The Gap, Inc. is an organization that focuses on assistive technology for people with special needs through its bimonthly magazine, annual international conference and extensive Web site.
526 Main Street
P.O. Box 68
Henderson, Minnesota 56044
Voice: (507) 248-3294
Fax: (507) 248-3810Website:
http://www.closingthegap.com/
http://www.closingthegap.com/
The College of Employment Services was built with one idea in mind: that everyone deserves to lead a rich, rewarding life. Our online courses help employment services professionals work their way toward fulfilling careers in their field. And the job seekers they serve get the skilled, stable, trustworthy assistance they need to break down barriers to meaningful employment. Our curriculum helps employment professionals learn to guide individuals through the job search, matching, and retention process.
Website:
http://directcourseonline.com/courses/
http://directcourseonline.com/courses/
The Coming Home to Work (CHTW) Program is Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment's (VR&E's) primary early intervention and outreach program. Through this initiative, all VR&E services are available to eligible servicemembers and veterans. Participants work with a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor (VRC) to determine eligibility and entitlement to VR&E services. Once entitlement is established, the VRC and the servicemember or veteran will work as a team to decide which employment track is most suitable based on each participant's individual needs. VR&E's goal is to assist eligible service members and veterans obtain and maintain suitable employment that will not aggravate their disabilities. This program does not replace or conflict with medical treatment or military requirements.
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs 810 Vermont Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20420 Voice: Toll free:(800) 827-1000
Website:
https://www.va.gov/careers-employment/vocational-rehabilitation/
https://www.va.gov/careers-employment/vocational-rehabilitation/
This is part five of six videos by the National Service Inclusion Project about tips for communicating with people who have various disabilities.
Institute for Community Inclusion/UCEDD
UMass Boston
100 Morrissey Blvd.
Boston, Massachusetts 02125
Voice: (617)287-4300
TTY: (617)287-4350
Email: ici@umb.eduWebsite:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oABbN-oBs7g&feature=relmfu
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oABbN-oBs7g&feature=relmfu
This is part four of six videos by the National Service Inclusion Project about tips for communicating with people who have various disabilities.
Institute for Community Inclusion/UCEDD
UMass Boston
100 Morrissey Blvd.
Boston, Massachusetts 02125
Voice: (617)287-4300
TTY: (617)287-4350
Email: ici@umb.eduWebsite:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y43N1FiRpo0&feature=relmfu
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y43N1FiRpo0&feature=relmfu
This is part one of six videos by the National Service Inclusion Project about tips for communicating with people who have various disabilities.
Institute for Community Inclusion/UCEDD
UMass Boston
100 Morrissey Blvd.
Boston, Massachusetts 02125
Voice: (617)287-4300
TTY: (617)287-4350
Email: ici@umb.eduWebsite:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MOtT-0IaAH0&feature=plcp&context=C41ff767VDvjVQa1PpcFM8rEFFcaSyS0XLRBIiNyFTRgjhsn9IO2c%3D
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MOtT-0IaAH0&feature=plcp&context=C41ff767VDvjVQa1PpcFM8rEFFcaSyS0XLRBIiNyFTRgjhsn9IO2c%3D
This is part six of six videos by the National Service Inclusion Project about tips for communicating with people who have various disabilities.
Institute for Community Inclusion/UCEDD
UMass Boston
100 Morrissey Blvd.
Boston, Massachusetts 02125
Voice: (617)287-4300
TTY: (617)287-4350
Email: ici@umb.eduWebsite:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DRpk5a454I4&feature=relmfu
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DRpk5a454I4&feature=relmfu
This is part three of six videos by the National Service Inclusion Project about tips for communicating with people who have various disabilities.
Institute for Community Inclusion/UCEDD
UMass Boston
100 Morrissey Blvd.
Boston, Massachusetts 02125
Voice: (617)287-4300
TTY: (617)287-4350
Email: ici@umb.eduWebsite:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TrgkxD9ovLs&feature=relmfu
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TrgkxD9ovLs&feature=relmfu
This is part two of six videos by the National Service Inclusion Project about tips for communicating with people who have various disabilities.
Institute for Community Inclusion/UCEDD
UMass Boston
100 Morrissey Blvd.
Boston, Massachusetts 02125
Voice: (617)287-4300
TTY: (617)287-4350
Email: ici@umb.eduWebsite:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gxHf3flHKpw&feature=relmfu
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gxHf3flHKpw&feature=relmfu
The Computer/Electronic Training Program (CAP) within the Department
of Defense has created a new Online Training Module for Hiring
Managers on how to recruit, hire and retain employees with
disabilities. This is the first in a series of online training
modules. This module is designed to help you understand how simple and
beneficial hiring employees with disabilities can be. After the
training, you can take a short quiz to check your comprehension of the
material that was covered in the training. If you provide your name
and email address, they will provide you with a Certificate of
Completion at the end of the quiz.
4800 Mark Center Drive, Suite 05E22
Alexandria, VA 22350
Voice: Toll free:(833) 227-3272
(703) 614-8416
VideoPhone:(571) 384-5629
TTY: (703) 681-3978
Fax: (703) 697-5851
Email: cap@mail.milWebsite:
http://cap.mil/NewsEvents/Training.aspx
http://cap.mil/NewsEvents/Training.aspx
The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is the United States government's principal agency for protecting the health of all Americans and providing essential human services, especially for those who are least able to help themselves.
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services 200 Independence Avenue, S.W. Washington, D.C. 20201 Voice: (877) 696-6775 (202) 619-0257
Website:
http://www.hhs.gov/
http://www.hhs.gov/
Our mission is to promote and provide equal access to communication and learning through described and captioned educational media. The ultimate goal of the DCMP is for accessible media to be an integral tool in the teaching and learning process for all stakeholders in the educational community, including students, educators and other school personnel, parents, service providers, businesses, and agencies. The DCMP is an idea that works thanks to funding by the U.S. Department of Education and administration by the National Association of the Deaf.
Described and Captioned Media Program
National Association of the Deaf
1447 E. Main Street
Spartanburg, SC 29307
Voice: (800) 237-6213
(864) 585-1778
TTY: (800) 237-6819
(864) 585-2617
Fax: (800) 538-5636
(864) 585-2611
Email: info@dcmp.orgWebsite:
https://dcmp.org/
https://dcmp.org/
This section of Designing a More Usable World is dedicated to cooperative efforts linked toward building a more usable Web for all.
College of Information Studies Room 4105 Hornbake Bldg, South Wing 4130 Campus Drive College Park, MD 20742 Voice: (301) 405-2043 Email: info@trace.wisc.edu
Website:
https://trace.umd.edu/
https://trace.umd.edu/
Welcome to the online Directory of Veterans Service Organizations. This is published as an informational service by the Office of the Secretary of Veterans Affairs. This up-to-date, database driven website allows you to View VSO information in a variety of ways. You may also Search through the VSO database to find information that suits your needs.
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs 810 Vermont Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20420 Voice: (800) 827-1000
Website:
https://www.va.gov/vso/
https://www.va.gov/vso/
Disability Access Information and Support (DAIS) is an important resource to the higher education community, providing a menu of services for those concerned with disability and access in higher education. Institutions and organizations can contract for help from DAIS, in the person of Jane Jarrow, Ph.D., for a variety of services. The growing list of DAIS publications includes resource materials to assist in interpreting legal mandates, reviewing policies and procedures, and understanding the philosophical underpinnings of providing quality service to people with disabilities in the postsecondary environment.
Website:
http://www.daisweb.com/
http://www.daisweb.com/
The Disability Access Symbols were produced by the Graphic Artists Guild Foundation with support and technical assistance from the Office for Special Constituencies, National Endowment for the Arts.
Website:
https://graphicartistsguild.org/downloadable-disability-access-symbols/
https://graphicartistsguild.org/downloadable-disability-access-symbols/
You don’t have to feel awkward when dealing with a person who has a disability. This booklet provides some basic tips for you to follow. And if you are ever unsure how to interact with a person who has a disability,
just ask! The contact information here is for the United Spinal Association, the creators of this booklet.
United Spinal Association
120-34 Queens Blvd. #320
Kew Gardens, NY 11415
Voice: (718) 803-3782
Fax: (718) 803-0414
Email: info@unitedspinal.orgWebsite:
http://www.unitedspinal.org/pdf/DisabilityEtiquette.pdf
http://www.unitedspinal.org/pdf/DisabilityEtiquette.pdf
The Disability Law Index contains federal statutes and regulations organized by subject and includes court case opinions and legal articles that help interpret federal disability-related laws.
This index is regularly updated; however, it is not an exhaustive resource. While the information provided through the index can inform readers, it is not intended to replace the need for legal counsel. Some opinions expressed in the court cases are only binding in particular areas of the country.
The Disability Law Index is produced by a grant (90DP0022-02-01) from the National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research. NIDILRR is a Center within the Administration for Community Living (ACL), Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). The contents of this index do not necessarily represent the policy of NIDILRR, ACL, HHS, and you should not assume endorsement by the Federal Government.
Southwest ADA Center
TIRR Memorial Hermann - ILRU
1333 Moursund
Houston, TX 77030
Voice: (713) 520-0232
Toll free: (800) 949-4232
TTY: (713) 797-7171
Fax: (713) 520-5785
Email: swdbtac@ilru.orgWebsite:
http://www.southwestada.org/html/topical/
http://www.southwestada.org/html/topical/
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
The Disability Statistics Center produces and disseminates policy-relevant statistical information on the demographics and status of people with disabilities in American society. The Center's work focuses on how that status is changing over time with regard to employment, access to technology, health care, community-based services, and other aspects of independent living and participation in society. The Center is based at the Institute for Health and Aging at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF). It receives funding from the National Institute on Disability and Rehabilitation Research (NIDRR).
University of California, San Francisco 500 Parnassus Ave San Francisco, CA 94143 Voice: (415) 476-7700
Website:
https://disability.ucsf.edu/
https://disability.ucsf.edu/
Use this interactive tool to find information about U.S. disability statistics. This resource is a product of Cornell University's Employment and Disability Institute, Industrial and Labor Relations (ILR) School.
Employment and Disability Institute
ILR School
Cornell University
201 Dolgen Hall
Ithaca, New York 14853
Voice: (607) 255-7727
TTY: (607) 255-2891
Fax: (607) 255-2763
Email: ilr_edi@cornell.eduWebsite:
http://www.disabilitystatistics.org/
http://www.disabilitystatistics.org/
DO-IT serves to increase the success of individuals with disabilities in challenging academic programs and careers. It promotes the use of computer and networking technologies to increase independence, productivity, and participation in education and employment. * Promotes the application of universal design to physical spaces, information technology, instruction, and services.
* Distributes publications and videos to freely reproduce for presentations and exhibits.
* Provides resources for students and veterans with disabilities, K-12 educators, postsecondary faculty and administrators, librarians, employers, and parents and mentors.
DO-IT
University of Washington
Box 354842
Seattle, WA 98195-4842
Voice: (206) 685-DOIT (3648)
Toll free:(888) 972-DOIT (3648)
TTY: (509) 328-9331 voice/TTY Spokane
Fax: (206) 221-4171
Email: doit@uw.eduWebsite:
http://www.washington.edu/doit/
http://www.washington.edu/doit/
A key to any effective communication is to focus on the communication itself – what information needs to be transmitted and how best to transmit it. Positive language empowers. When writing or speaking about people with disabilities, it is important to put the person first – to focus on the person, not the disability. Group designations, such as “the blind,” “the deaf” or “the disabled” are not empowering. It is important to use words that reflect individuality, equality or dignity – the person who is blind, the child who is deaf, the individual with a disability, for example. This resource is part of the U.S. Department of Labor's (DOL) Office of Disability Employment Policy (ODEP).
Office of Disability Employment Policy U.S.
Department of Labor
200 Constitution Ave.,
NW Washington DC 20210
Voice: (866) 633-7365
TTY: (877) 889-5627Website:
https://www.dol.gov/odep/pubs/fact/effectiveinteraction.htm
https://www.dol.gov/odep/pubs/fact/effectiveinteraction.htm
Website:
https://www.access-board.gov/guidelines-and-standards/communications-and-it/about-the-ict-refresh/final-rule
https://www.access-board.gov/guidelines-and-standards/communications-and-it/about-the-ict-refresh/final-rule
The Employer Assistance & Resource Network on Disability Inclusion (EARN) is a free U.S. Department of Labor resource for employers seeking to recruit, hire, retain, and advance qualified employees with disabilities. EARN offers information and resources to helps employers build disability-inclusive workplace cultures and tap all of the benefits of disability diversity.
The K. Lisa Yang and Hock E. Tan Institute on Employment and Disability ILR School Cornell University 201 Dolgen Hall Ithaca, NY 14853 Email: askearn@cornell.edu
Website:
http://askearn.org
http://askearn.org
ESGR is a unit in the Department of the Defense, established to promote cooperation and understanding between Reserve component members and their civilian employers. ESGR has more than 900 volunteers who help employers and employees understand what USERRA requires.
Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve 1555 Wilson Blvd., Suite 200 Arlington, VA 22209-2405 Voice: (800)336-4590 Email: OSD.USERRA@mail.mil
Website:
http://www.esgr.mil
http://www.esgr.mil
The mission of the Yang-Tan Institute on Employment and Disability advances knowledge, policies and practice to enhance equal opportunities for all people with disabilities.
Employment and Disability Institute
ILR School
Cornell University
201 Dolgen Hall
Ithaca, New York 14853
Voice: (607) 255-7727
TTY: (607) 255-2891
Fax: (607) 255-2763
Email: ilr_edi@cornell.eduWebsite:
http://www.yti.cornell.edu
http://www.yti.cornell.edu
The NRS operates as a communication bridge to enable people who are deaf, hard of hearing or who have speech communication impairments and who use a TTY to communicate with hearing persons using a telephone via standard telephone service.Telephone calls that are made through the National Relay Service (NRS) follow similar etiquette as having a telephone conversation.The only difference is that there is a third party involved. This person is an operator known as the Relay Officer (RO) or the Communication Assistant (CA). To access the National Relay Service number by state, dial 711.The Relay Service is strictly confidential. All calls are kept private and there are no records of any conversations maintained. An RO/CA will not share the contents of any relay call, unless they are required to do so by state or federal law.This document was created by the National Business & Disability Council (NBDC). The contact information here is for the NBDC.
National Business & Disability Council (NBDC) 201 I.U. Willets Road, Albertson, New York 11507 Voice: (516) 465-1516
Website:
https://www.viscardicenter.org/nbdc/
https://www.viscardicenter.org/nbdc/
Fair Housing Accessibility FIRST is an initiative designed to promote compliance with the Fair Housing Act design and construction requirements. The program offers comprehensive and detailed instruction programs, useful online web resources, and a toll-free information line for technical guidance and support. This resource is supported by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
Voice: (888) 341-7781
TTY: (888) 341-7781Website:
https://www.hud.gov/program_offices/fair_housing_equal_opp/disabilities/accessibilityR
https://www.hud.gov/program_offices/fair_housing_equal_opp/disabilities/accessibilityR
The FMLA allows employees to balance their work and family life by taking reasonable unpaid leave for certain family and medical reasons. The FMLA seeks to accomplish these purposes in a manner that accommodates the legitimate interests of employers, and minimizes the potential for employment discrimination on the basis of gender, while promoting equal employment opportunity for men and women.The Family and Medical Leave Act is monitored by the U.S. Department of Labor's, U.S. Wage and Hour Division.
Voice: (866) 487-9243
TTY: (877) 889-5627Website:
https://www.dol.gov/general/topic/benefits-leave/fmla
https://www.dol.gov/general/topic/benefits-leave/fmla
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 Disability Rights Office addresses disability-related matters, including access to telecommunications services and equipment; hearing aid compatibility; access to advanced communications services and equipment; access to Internet browsers built into mobile phones; telecommunications relay services; the National Deaf-Blind Equipment Distribution Program; accessible video programming and video programming apparatus (access to televised emergency information, closed captioning on television and television programs on the Internet, video description, and accessible user interfaces, text menus, and program guides).The Disability Rights Office provides expert advice and assistance to other Commission bureaus and offices, consumers, industry and others on issues relevant to persons with disabilities.
Federal Communications Commission
445 12th Street SW
Washington, DC 20554
Voice: (202) 418-2517
TTY: (888) 835-5322
Toll free:(844) 432-2275 (videophone)
Fax: (866) 418-0232
Email: DRO@fcc.govWebsite:
https://www.fcc.gov/accessibility
https://www.fcc.gov/accessibility
FedLaw was developed to see if legal resources on the Internet could be a useful and cost-effective research tool for Federal lawyers and other Federal employees. Fedlaw has assembled references of use to people doing Federal legal research and which can be accessed directly through "point and click" hypertext connections. The FedLaw website is located within the Center for Regulatory Effectiveness (CRE) website.
Email: comments@thecre.com
Website:
http://www.thecre.com/fedlaw/default.htm
http://www.thecre.com/fedlaw/default.htm
We provide legal information, lawyer profiles and a community to help you make the best legal decisions.
Voice: 1-800-455-4565
Website:
http://civilrights.findlaw.com/discrimination/disability-discrimination.html
http://civilrights.findlaw.com/discrimination/disability-discrimination.html
A comprehensive discussion about how to make print and electronic information available to people with visual impairments in a variety of accessible formats. Published by the American Council of the Blind (ACB).
American Council of the Blind
1703 N Beauregard St, Suite 420
Alexandria, VA 22311
Voice: Toll free: (800) 424-8666
(202) 467-5081
Fax: (202) 467-5085
Email: info@acb.orgWebsite:
https://www.acb.org/
https://www.acb.org/
As professional communicators, educators, and human service providers, you are in a unique position to shape the public image of people with disabilities. The words and images you use can create either a straightforward, positive view of people with disabilities or an insensitive portrayal that reinforces common myths and is a form of discrimination.
Here is a set of clear guidelines to help you make better choices in terms of language and portrayal. The Guidelines explain preferred terminology and offer suggestions for appropriate ways to describe people with disabilities. The Guidelines reflect input from over 100 national disability organizations and has been reviewed and endorsed by media and disability experts throughout the country.
University of Kansas
1000 Sunnyside Avenue, Room 4089 Dole
Lawrence, Kansas 66045-7555
Voice: (785) 864-4095
TTY: (785) 864-0706
Fax: (785) 864-5063Website:
http://rtcil.org/products/media
http://rtcil.org/products/media
The HEATH Resource Center of The George Washington University, Graduate School of Education and Human Development, is an online clearinghouse on postsecondary education for individuals with disabilities.
University Graduate School of Education and Human Development
2134 G Street, N.W., Suite 308
Washington, D.C. 20052-0001
Fax: (202)994-3365
Email: askheath@gwu.eduWebsite:
https://www.heath.gwu.edu/
https://www.heath.gwu.edu/
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
Infinitec is the assistive technology program of United Cerebral Palsy Seguin of Greater Chicago. Assistive technology is any device that accomplishes a task for someone who cannot achieve it naturally. Examples range from synthetic voice for speech to wheelchairs for mobility to reading programs that aid people with learning disabilities or blindness. UCP Seguin sponsors Infinitec programs that bring assistive technology to people with disabilities of all types in the State of Illinois and beyond.
The mission of Infinitec is to advance independence and promote inclusive opportunities for children and adults with disabilities through technology. Infinitec helps people with disabilities get access to information, technology services, training, assistive equipment and specialists. By creating partnerships with other organizations, the Infinitec staff makes these services and technologies more widely available to everyone who can benefit from them.
Infinitec Assistive Technology Center
7550 West 183rd Street
Tinley Park, Illinois 60477
Voice: (708) 444-8460
Fax: (708) 444-8470Website:
http://www.infinitec.org/
http://www.infinitec.org/
We are committed to advancing the role of design in expanding opportunity and enhancing experience for people of all ages, abilities and cultures through excellence in design.
180-200 Portland Street, Suite 1 Boston, MA 02114
Voice: (617) 695-1225
TTY: (617) 695-1225
Fax: (617) 482-8099
Email: info@IHCDesign.orgWebsite:
https://humancentereddesign.org/
https://humancentereddesign.org/
This course is designed for website developers who have an interest in incorporating accessible design features into their pages.
International Web Association
556 S. Fair Oaks Ave. #101-200
Pasadena, California 91103
Voice: (626) 449-3709
Fax: (626) 449-8308Website:
http://hwg.org/
http://hwg.org/
The Job Accommodation Network is a service provided by the U.S. Department of Labor's Office of Disability Employment Policy (ODEP). JAN is one of several ODEP projects. JAN's mission is to facilitate the employment and retention of workers with disabilities by providing employers, employment providers, people with disabilities, their family members and other interested parties with information on job accommodations, entrepreneurship, and related subjects. JAN's efforts are in support of the employment, including self-employment and small business ownership, of people with disabilities. JAN represents the most comprehensive resource for job accommodations available.
Job Accommodation Network
PO Box 6080
Morgantown, WV 26506-6080
Voice: (800)526-7234
(800)232-9675
(304)293-7186
TTY: (877)781-9403
Fax: (304)293-5407
Email: jan@jan.wvu.eduWebsite:
http://askjan.org
http://askjan.org
Purpose
Microsoft® Active Accessibility® 2.0 is a COM-based technology that improves the way accessibility aids work with applications running on Microsoft Windows®. It provides dynamic-link libraries that are incorporated into the operating system as well as a COM interface and application programming elements that provide reliable methods for exposing information about user interface elements.
Website:
https://msdn.microsoft.com/en-us/library/ms697707(VS.85).aspx
https://msdn.microsoft.com/en-us/library/ms697707(VS.85).aspx
The mission of the National Arts and Disability Center (NADC) is to promote the inclusion of audiences and artists with disabilities into all facets of the arts community. The NADC is a project of the Tarjan Center. The information, technical assistance, training and evaluation services of the NADC aim to strengthen the capacity of the mainstream arts community to include artists and audiences with disabilities, and promote the professional development of artists with disabilities through access to educational, vocational and community activities, supports and networks.
National Arts and Disability Center
Tarjan Center University of California Los Angeles
760 Westwood Plaza,
58-228 Semel Institute
Los Angeles, CA 90095
Voice: (310) 825-5054
Fax: (310) 794-1143Website:
https://www.semel.ucla.edu/nadc
https://www.semel.ucla.edu/nadc
The NBDC is the leading resource for employers seeking to integrate people with disabilities into the workplace and companies seeking to reach them in the consumer marketplace.
NBDC, 201 I.U. Willets Road, Albertson, New York 11507 Voice: (516) 465-1516 (516) 465-1519
Website:
https://www.viscardicenter.org/nbdc/
https://www.viscardicenter.org/nbdc/
NCAM's mission is to expand access to present and future media for people with disabilities; to explore how existing access technologies may benefit other populations; to represent its constituents in industry, policy and legislative circles; and to provide access to educational and media technologies for special needs students.
National Center for Accessible Media
One Guest Street
Boston, MA 02135
Voice: (617) 300-3400
TTY: (617) 300-2489
Fax: (617) 300-1035
Email: ncam@wgbh.orgWebsite:
http://ncam.wgbh.org
http://ncam.wgbh.org
The purpose of the Center on KTDRR is to make it easier to find, understand, and use the results of research that can make a positive impact on the lives of people with disabilities.
The Center on KTDRR promotes "the use of high-quality disability and rehabilitation research that is relevant to the needs of intended audiences by serving as the main KT resource" for National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research (NIDILRR) funded researchers, developers, and KT centers. Other Center stakeholders include people with disabilities and their families, disability advocates, service providers, and policy makers, as well as administrators, educators, and employers.
Center on Knowledge Translation for
Disability and Rehabilitation Research
4700 Mueller Blvd.
Austin, Texas 78723
Voice: Toll free: 1-800-266-1832
(512) 391-6517
TTY: 1-512-391-6578
Fax: (512) 476-2286
Email: KTDRR@air.orgWebsite:
https://ktdrr.org/
https://ktdrr.org/
The National Center on Accessibility promotes access and inclusion for people with disabilities in parks, recreation and tourism. Based at Indiana University and established in 1992 through a cooperative agreement with the National Park Service, NCA has emerged as a leading authority on access issues unique to park and recreation programs and facilities. At NCA, we believe that the principles of universal design and inclusion are important factors for achieving personal wellness and building healthy communities. Among people with disabilities, recreation and active leisure pursuits are vital for rehabilitation from illness or injury, prevention of disease, longevity and improved quality of life. NCA is a major contributor to the study of disability and inclusion in the life sciences.
Indiana University Research Park
501 North Morton St, Suite 101
Bloomington, IN 47404
Voice: (812) 856-4422
TTY: (812) 856-4421
Fax: (812) 856-4480
Email: nca@indiana.eduWebsite:
http://www.ncaonline.org/
http://www.ncaonline.org/
The goal of the NCDJ is to provide support and guidance for journalists as they cover people with disabilities.The NCDJ does not advocate a particular point of view; it is concerned with the journalistic principles of accuracy, fairness and diversity in news coverage. Reporters who cover disability issues as a beat and those who may occasionally report on people with disabilities or disability issues may find the center a useful resource for information and the exchange of ideas.
Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication
Arizona State University
555 N. Central Ave., Suite #302 Phoenix, AZ 85004
Voice: (602) 496-5555
Fax: (602) 496-7041
Email: cronkiteinfo@asu.eduWebsite:
http://ncdj.org/
http://ncdj.org/
Our goal is to provide you with options and information to help you pursue whatever kind of activity you think you would enjoy. The important thing is not what you do, but that you do something. Indoor or outdoor, recreational or competitive, solo or team, easy or intensive, NCPAD has the resources, contacts, and assistance you need. The mission of the National Center on Physical Activity and Disability (NCPAD) is to promote substantial health benefits that can be gained from participating in regular physical activity. The slogan of NCPAD is Exercise is for EVERY body, and every person can gain some health benefit from being more physically active.
4000 Ridgeway Drive
Birmingham, Alabama - 35209
Voice: (800) 900-8086
TTY: (800) 900-8086
Fax: 1-205-313-7475
Email: email@nchpad.orgWebsite:
http://www.nchpad.org/index.php
http://www.nchpad.org/index.php
The National Center on Secondary Education and Transition (NCSET) coordinates national resources, offers technical assistance, and disseminates information related to secondary education and transition for youth with disabilities in order to create opportunities for youth to achieve successful futures. NCSET is headquartered at the Institute on Community Integration in the University of Minnesota's College of Education and Human Development.
Institute on Community Integration
University of Minnesota
6 Pattee Hall
150 Pillsbury Drive SE
Minneapolis MN 55455
Voice: (612)624-2097
Fax: (612)624-9344
Email: ncset@umn.eduWebsite:
http://www.ncset.org/default.asp
http://www.ncset.org/default.asp
Our Mission:
NCWD/Youth works to ensure that transition age youth are provided full access to high quality services in integrated settings to gain education, employment and independent living.
NCWD/Youth
c/o Institute for Educational Leadership
4301 Connecticut Avenue, NW, Suite 100
Washington, DC 20008-2304
Voice: (877) 871-0744
TTY: (877) 871-0665Website:
http://www.ncwd-youth.info/
http://www.ncwd-youth.info/
Guide on Military Veteran Benefit Options
National Council for Aging Care 1200 G Street,NW, Washington D.C. 20005 Voice: Toll free: (877) 664-6140
Website:
http://www.aging.com/complete-guide-for-veteran-seniors/
http://www.aging.com/complete-guide-for-veteran-seniors/
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/
NIDILRR's mission is to generate new knowledge and to promote its effective use to improve the abilities of individuals with disabilities to perform activities of their choice in the community, and to expand society’s capacity to provide full opportunities and accommodations for its citizens with disabilities.As the federal government’s primary disability research agency, NIDILRR achieves this mission by: providing for research, demonstration, training, technical assistance and related activities to maximize the full inclusion and integration into society, employment, independent living, family support, and economic and social self-sufficiency of individuals with disabilities of all ages; promoting the transfer of, use and adoption of rehabilitation technology for individuals with disabilities in a timely manner; and ensuring the widespread distribution, in usable formats, of practical scientific and technological information.NIDILRR addresses a wide range of disabilities and impairments across populations of all ages.
Administration for Community Living
330 C St SW
Washington, DC 20201
Voice: (202) 401-4634
TTY: (202) 245-7640
Fax: (202) 245-7323
(202) 245-7643Website:
https://acl.gov/
https://acl.gov/
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/
The core mission of the Center is to collect and disseminate the results of research funded by the National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research (NIDILRR). Over a quarter of a century, that mission has expanded to providing information services and document delivery to the disability and rehabilitation communities across the United States. In 1982, we added information and referral services through a toll-free call center. In 1989, NARIC added an electronic bulletin board, facilitating access for libraries and research institutions. With the advent of the Internet, NARIC moved online in 1992 with a small website featuring static pages and directories. NARIC.com became fully interactive in 1995, moving REHABDATA online, followed by our other databases. We brought NARIC's resources into mailboxes around the world with REHABDATA Connection, a monthly alert service. We now actively promote the work of the NIDILRR community through our newsletter, News and Notes from the NIDILRR Community and Beyond.
8400 Corporate Drive, Suite 500
Landover, MD 20785
Voice: Toll free:(800) 346-2742
(301) 459-5900
TTY: (301) 459-5984
Email: naricinfo@heitechservices.comWebsite:
http://www.naric.com/
http://www.naric.com/
Improving Postsecondary Outcomes for All Students with Disabilities.
NTACT is a Technical Assistance and Dissemination project, funded by the U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP) and the Rehabilitation Services Administration (RSA), NTACT’s purpose is to assist State Education Agencies, Local Education Agencies, State VR agencies, and VR service providers in implementing evidence-based and promising practices ensuring students with disabilities, including those with significant disabilities, graduate prepared for success in postsecondary education and employment.
University of North Carolina – Charlotte
9201 University City Blvd.
Charlotte, NC 28223
Voice: (704) 687-8606
TTY: (704) 687-6327
Fax: (704) 687-2916
Email: ntactmail@uncc.eduWebsite:
http://transitionta.org/
http://transitionta.org/
Justice in Aging is a national organization that uses the power of law to fight senior poverty by securing access to affordable health care, economic security, and the courts for older adults with limited resources. Since 1972 we’ve focused our efforts primarily on fighting for people who have been marginalized and excluded from justice, such as women, people of color, LGBTQ individuals, and people with limited English proficiency.
3660 Wilshire Boulevard
Suite 718
Los Angeles, CA 90010
Voice: (213) 639-0930
Fax: (213) 639-0934
Email: nsclc@nsclc.orgWebsite:
http://www.nsclc.org/
http://www.nsclc.org/
The National Senior Citizens Law Center advocates nationwide to promote the independence and well-being of low-income elderly and disabled Americans.
Oakland, CA Office
1330 Broadway, Suite 525
Oakland, CA 94612
Voice: (510) 663-1055
Fax: (510) 663-1051
Email: nsclc@nsclc.orgWebsite:
http://www.nsclc.org/
http://www.nsclc.org/
The National Senior Citizens Law Center advocates nationwide to promote the independence and well-being of low-income elderly and disabled Americans.
Washington, DC Office
1444 Eye St., NW Suite 1100
Washington, DC 20005
Voice: (202) 289-6976
Fax: (202) 289-7224
Email: nsclc@nsclc.orgWebsite:
http://www.nsclc.org/
http://www.nsclc.org/
Mission Statement: New Mobility encourages the integration of active-lifestyle wheelchair users into mainstream society, while simultaneously reflecting the vibrant world of disability-related arts, media, advocacy and philosophy. Our stories foster a sense of community and empower readers to: participate in all areas of life, including education, work, love, sex, home ownership, parenting, sports, recreation, travel and entertainment; be informed of and take charge of health concerns; obtain appropriate technology; assert legal rights.
120-34 Queens Blvd, Suite 330 Kew Gardens, NY 11415 Voice: (888) 850-0344 (800) 404-2898 ext. 7203
Website:
http://www.newmobility.com/
http://www.newmobility.com/
ODEP's mission is to develop and influence policies and practices that increase the number and quality of employment opportunities for people with disabilities. To fulfill this mission, ODEP promotes the adoption and implementation of ODEP policy strategies and effective practices — meaning those that ODEP has developed and/or validated — that will impact the employment of people with disabilities. ODEP's approach is to drive systems and practice changes by disseminating ODEP policy strategies and effective practices, sharing information, and providing technical assistance to government agencies, service providers and non-governmental entities, as well as public and private employers. Through these activities, ODEP contributes to the achievement of: DOL’s Strategic Goal 1: Support the ability of all Americans to find good jobs, and Strategic Objective 1.3: Develop evidence-based policies, practices, and tools to foster a more inclusive workforce to increase quality employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.
Office of Disability Employment Policy
U.S. Department of Labor
200 Constitution Ave. NW
Washington DC 20210
Voice: (202) 693-7880
TTY: (877) 889-5627
Email: odep@dol.govWebsite:
https://www.dol.gov/agencies/odep
https://www.dol.gov/agencies/odep
Mission Statement: To provide leadership to achieve full integration and participation in society of people with disabilities by ensuring equal opportunity and access to, and excellence in, education, employment and community living. OSERS is an office of the U.S. Department of Education (DOE).
In implementing this mission, OSERS supports programs that help educate children and youth with disabilities, provides for the rehabilitation of youth and adults with disabilities and supports research to improve the lives of individuals with disabilities.
Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services U.S. Department of Education 400 Maryland Ave., S.W. Washington, DC 20202-7100 Voice: (202) 245-7468
Website:
http://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/osers/index.html
http://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/osers/index.html
The Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP) is dedicated to improving results for infants, toddlers, children and youth with disabilities ages birth through 21 by providing leadership and financial support to assist states and local districts. OSEP administers the Individuals With Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). IDEA authorizes formula grants to states, and discretionary grants to institutions of higher education and other nonprofit organizations to support research, demonstrations, technical assistance and dissemination, technology and personnel development and parent-training and information centers. These programs are intended to ensure that the rights of infants, toddlers, children, and youth with disabilities and their parents are protected. OSEP is part of the Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS), within the Department of Education (DOE).
Office of Special Education Programs Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services U.S. Department of Education 400 Maryland Ave., S.W. Washington, DC 20202-7100 Voice: (202) 245-7459
Website:
http://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/osers/osep/index.html
http://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/osers/osep/index.html
Universal Access-NY is a complete online planning toolkit, where a One-Stop Delivery System can continuously assess its practices, and develop work plans to improve physical and programmatic accessibility for all One-Stop customers. This web site was designed for use in a collaborative manner, bringing together One-Stop personnel, agency partners, business leaders and customers with disabilities.
David Brewer
201 Dolgen Hall
Ithaca, NY 14853
TTY: (607) 255-2891
Fax: (607) 255-2763
Email: drb22@cornell.eduWebsite:
http://www.yti.cornell.edu
http://www.yti.cornell.edu
"At Your Service: Welcoming Customers with Disabilities" is a self-paced webcourse for people interested in discovering best practices for working with customers who have disabilities
Website:
http://www.wiawebcourse.org/
http://www.wiawebcourse.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
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/
The links on this page provide a starting point for locating information on government policies relating to Web accessibility in different countries around the world. Information linked from this page may include laws, regulations, policies, directives, government-related standards or guidelines, or implementation guidance which relates to Web accessibility, as well as government speeches, press releases, etc. Links are roughly grouped under the following categories: laws, responsible ministries, relevant documents, discussion, and additional information or comments. Since legal practices, and terminology regarding legal practices, vary from country to country, categorization of information on this page is approximate, not definitive.
Absence of links to policies in a given country does not indicate that that country does not have, or is not in the process of establishing, policies regarding Web accessibility.
W3C Web Accessibility Initiative (WAI)
MIT/CSAIL, Building 32-G530
32 Vassar St
Cambridge, MA 02139
Voice: (617) 253-2613
Fax: (617) 258-5999Website:
http://www.w3.org/WAI/Policy/
http://www.w3.org/WAI/Policy/
Ragged Edge Online includes archived materials going back to 1997 that document disability activism, art, culture, and history.
Email: contact145@advocadopress.org
Website:
http://raggededgemagazine.com
http://raggededgemagazine.com
It is the mission of RID to provide international, national, regional, state and local forums and an organizational structure for the continued growth and development of the profession of interpretation and transliteration of American Sign Language and English.
333 Commerce Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
Voice: (703) 838-0030
TTY: (703) 838-0459
Video Phone:(571) 257-3957
Fax: (703) 838-0454Website:
http://rid.org/
http://rid.org/
REHABDATA, produced by the National Rehabilitation Information Center (NARIC), is the leading literature database on disability and rehabilitation. The database describes over 70,000 documents covering physical, mental, and psychiatric disabilities, independent living, vocational rehabilitation, special education, assistive technology, law, employment, and other issues as they relate to people with disabilities. The collection spans 1956 to the present.
8201 Corporate Drive, Suite 600,
Landover, MD 20785
Voice: (800)346-2742
(301)459-5900
TTY: (301)459-5984
Fax: (301)459-4263
Email: naricinfo@heitechservices.comWebsite:
http://www.naric.com
http://www.naric.com
RESNA's goal is "To maximize the health and well-being of people with disabilities through technology."
The purpose of RESNA is to contribute to the public welfare through scientific, literary, professional and educational activities by supporting the development, dissemination, and utilization of knowledge and practice of rehabilitation and assistive technology in order to achieve the highest quality of life for all citizens.
RESNA
2025 M Street NW
Suite 800
Washington, DC 20036
Voice: (202) 367-1121
TTY: (703) 524-6639
Fax: (202) 367-2121
Email: info@resna.orgWebsite:
http://www.resna.org/
http://www.resna.org/
This Center increases the employment and economic self-sufficiency of people with disabilities and improves the quality of their lives by contributing to the success of the transition from caretaker policies to economic self-sufficiency policies. The Rehabilitation Research and Training Center on Employment Policy for Persons with Disabilities is a collaboration between multiple departments at Cornell University, including the Employment and Disability Institute, Department of Policy Analysis and Management, and the Institute for Policy Research.
Susanne M. Bruyere, PhD
201 Dolgen Hall
Ithaca, New York 14853
Voice: (607) 255-7727
Fax: (607) 255-2763
Email: smb23@cornell.eduWebsite:
http://www.yti.cornell.edu
http://www.yti.cornell.edu
The Rehabilitation Services Administration (RSA) oversees grant programs that help individuals with physical or mental disabilities to obtain employment and live more independently through the provision of such supports as counseling, medical and psychological services, job training and other individualized services.
Rehabilitation Services Administration 400 Maryland Ave, S.W. Washington, DC 20202-2800 Voice: (202) 245-7488
Website:
http://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/osers/rsa/index.html
http://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/osers/rsa/index.html
Accessible design must be a part of this new philosophy of exhibition development because people with disabilities are a part of museums' diverse audience. Discovering exciting, attractive ways to make exhibitions accessible will most directly serve people with disabilities and older adults. But to name an audience who will not benefit by these designs is impossible. Accessibility begins as a mandate to serve people who have been discriminated against for centuries; it prevails as a tool that serves diverse audiences for a lifetime.
Director: Beth Ziebarth
Access Smithsonian
PO Box 37012
NMAH 1050, MRC 607
Washington, DC 20013
Voice: (202) 633-2921
TTY: (202)786-2414
Fax: (202)786-2210
Email: access@si.eduWebsite:
http://www.si.edu/Accessibility/SGAD
http://www.si.edu/Accessibility/SGAD
The Social Security disability insurance program (sometimes referred to as SSDI) pays benefits to you and certain family members if you worked long enough and paid Social Security taxes
Social Security Administration
Office of Public Inquiries
Windsor Park Building
6401 Security Blvd.
Baltimore, MD 21235
Voice: (800) 772-1213
TTY: (800) 325-0778Website:
http://www.ssa.gov/pgm/links_disability.htm
http://www.ssa.gov/pgm/links_disability.htm
The official website of the U.S. Social Security Administration.
Social Security Administration
Office of Public Inquiries
Windsor Park Building
6401 Security Blvd.
Baltimore, MD 21235
Voice: (800) 772-1213
TTY: (800) 325-0778Website:
http://www.ssa.gov/
http://www.ssa.gov/
Our ultimate goal at Level Access is to create a world where digital systems can be made readily accessible to users with disabilities—enabling digital technology to become a profound empowering force in their lives.
1600 Spring Hill Road, Suite 400 Vienna, VA 22182 Voice: (415) 624-2710 Toll free:1-800-889-9659 Email: info@levelaccess.com
Website:
https://www.levelaccess.com/
https://www.levelaccess.com/
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/
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
Businesses accommodating people with disabilities may qualify for some of the following tax credits and deductions. This resource is part of the United States Department of the Treasury's Internal Revenue Services (IRS).
Internal Revenue Service 1111 Constitution Ave., NW Washington, DC 20224 Voice: (202) 622-5000
Website:
https://www.irs.gov/businesses/small-businesses-self-employed/tax-benefits-for-businesses-who-have-employees-with-disabilities
https://www.irs.gov/businesses/small-businesses-self-employed/tax-benefits-for-businesses-who-have-employees-with-disabilities
Relay Services is a communication service for the deaf, hard-of-hearing and speech-disabled communities who wish to communicate with a hearing person who uses a standard telephone. Standard TTY relay calls are generally made using a teletype writer, also known as a TTY, a communications device equipped with a keyboard for typing messages and a screen for reading messages. The TTY is connected to standard phone lines and the user dials a Communications Assistant directly. Once connected, the TTY user types their message to the Communications Assistant who relays it by reading it aloud to the hearing person. The Communications Assistant then listens to the hearing person’s reply and relays it back to the TTY user through type. The TRS is part of the Federal Communications Commission's (FCC) Disability Rights Office (DRO).
Federal Communications Commission
445 12th Street SW
Washington, DC 20554
Voice: (888) 225-5322
TTY: (888) 835-5322
Fax: (866) 418-0232
Email: fccinfo@fcc.govWebsite:
https://transition.fcc.gov/cgb/dro/trs_by_state.html
https://transition.fcc.gov/cgb/dro/trs_by_state.html
Mission: Empowering people who are blind or visually impaired by providing accessible and innovative products, materials and services for lifelong success. We believe the future belongs to everyone.
1839 Frankford Ave
Louisville, Kentucky 40206
Voice: (502) 895-2405
Toll free: (800) 223-1839
Fax: (502) 899-2284Website:
https://www.aph.org
https://www.aph.org
The National Endowment for the Arts' Office of Accessibility is the advocacy-technical assistance arm of the Arts Endowment to make the arts accessible for people with disabilities, older adults, veterans, and people living in institutions. Resources to Help Ensure Accessibility of Your Virtual Events for People with Disabilities.
400 7th Street, SW,
Washington, DC 20506
Voice: (202) 682-5400
TTY: (202) 682-5496
Email: Accessibility@arts.govWebsite:
https://www.arts.gov
https://www.arts.gov
The Ticket to Work Program provides most people receiving Social Security benefits (beneficiaries) more choices for receiving employment services. Under this program the Social Security Administration (SSA) issues ticket to eligible beneficiaries who, in turn, may choose to assign those tickets to an Employment Network (EN) of their choice to obtain employment services, vocational rehabilitation services, or other support services necessary to achieve a vocational (work) goal. The EN, if they accept the ticket, will coordinate and provide appropriate services to help the beneficiary find and maintain employment.
Voice: (800) 772-1213
TTY: (800) 325-0778Website:
http://www.ssa.gov/work/
http://www.ssa.gov/work/
The mission of the Department is to:
Serve the United States by ensuring a fast, safe, efficient, accessible and convenient transportation system that meets our vital national interests and enhances the quality of life of the American people, today and into the future.
U.S. Department of Transportation
(Write name of specific DOT administration)
1200 New Jersey Ave, SE
Washington, DC 20590
Voice: Toll free:(855) 368-4200
DOT Customer Service Center:(202) 366-4000
TTY: Toll free: (800) 877-8339Website:
https://www.transportation.gov/accessibility
https://www.transportation.gov/accessibility
Mission: The Access Board is an independent Federal agency devoted to accessibility for people with disabilities. Created in 1973 to ensure access to federally funded facilities, the Board is now a leading source of information on accessible design. The Board develops and maintains design criteria for the built environment, transit vehicles, telecommunications equipment, and for electronic and information technology. It also provides technical assistance and training on these requirements and on accessible design and continues to enforce accessibility standards that cover federally funded facilities.
1331 F Street, NW, Suite 1000
Washington, DC 20004-1111
Voice: (800) 872-2253
(202) 272-0080
TTY: (800) 993-2822
(202) 272-0082
Fax: (202) 272-0081
Email: info@access-board.govWebsite:
http://www.access-board.gov
http://www.access-board.gov
ED's mission is to: Strengthen the Federal commitment to assuring access to equal educational opportunity for every individual; Supplement and complement the efforts of states, the local school systems and other instrumentalities of the states, the private sector, public and private nonprofit educational research institutions, community-based organizations, parents, and students to improve the quality of education;
Encourage the increased involvement of the public, parents, and students in Federal education programs; Promote improvements in the quality and usefulness of education through Federally supported research, evaluation, and sharing of information;
Improve the coordination of Federal education programs; Improve the management of Federal education activities; and Increase the accountability of Federal education programs to the President, the Congress, and the public.
400 Maryland Avenue, SW
Washington, D.C. 20202
Voice: (800) 872-5327
TTY: (800) 437-0833Website:
http://www.ed.gov/
http://www.ed.gov/
HUD's mission is to increase homeownership, support community development and increase access to affordable housing free from discrimination. To fulfill this mission, HUD will embrace high standards of ethics, management and accountability and forge new partnerships--particularly with faith-based and community organizations--that leverage resources and improve HUD's ability to be effective on the community level.
451 7th Street S.W.
Washington, DC 20410
Voice: (202) 708-1112
TTY: (202) 708-1455Website:
https://www.hud.gov/topics/information_for_disabled_persons
https://www.hud.gov/topics/information_for_disabled_persons
The U.S. Department of Justice is responsible for enforcement of Title II and Title III of the ADA and adopts the Accessibility Standards for enforcement under the ADA. Visit the site to access a copy of the currently enforced accessibility standards under the ADA.
U.S. Department of Justice
950 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW
Civil Rights Division
Disability Rights Section - NYA
Washington, D.C. 20530
Voice: (800) 514-0301
TTY: (800) 514-0383
Fax: (202) 307-1197Website:
http://www.ada.gov/
http://www.ada.gov/
The Department of Labor fosters and promotes the welfare of the job seekers, wage earners, and retirees of the United States by improving their working conditions, advancing their opportunities for profitable employment, protecting their retirement and health care benefits, helping employers find workers, strengthening free collective bargaining, and tracking changes in employment, prices, and other national economic measurements. In carrying out this mission, the Department administers a variety of Federal labor laws including those that guarantee workers’ rights to safe and healthful working conditions; a minimum hourly wage and overtime pay; freedom from employment discrimination; unemployment insurance; and other income support.
U.S. Department of Labor
200 Constitution Ave., NW
Washington, DC 20210
Voice: (866) 487-2365
TTY: (877) 889-5627Website:
https://www.dol.gov/general/topic/benefits-leave/fmla
https://www.dol.gov/general/topic/benefits-leave/fmla
The US Equal Employment Opportunity Commission enforces Title I (Employment) of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Visit the EEOC site for information on your employment rights and employer responsibilities under the ADA.
U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
131 M Street, NE
Washington, DC 20507
Voice: (800) 669-4000
(202) 663-4900
TTY: (800) 669-6820
(202) 663-4494
Email: info@eeoc.govWebsite:
http://www.eeoc.gov/
http://www.eeoc.gov/
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) was created in 1953 as an independent agency of the federal government to aid, counsel, assist and protect the interests of small business concerns, to preserve free competitive enterprise and to maintain and strengthen the overall economy of our nation.
409 3rd Street, SW
Washington, DC 20416
Voice: (800) 827-5722
TTY: (704) 344-6640
Email: answerdesk@sba.govWebsite:
http://www.sba.gov/
http://www.sba.gov/
This is a collection of U.S. Supreme Court decisions. The collection is maintained by the Legal Information Institute at Cornell University Law School.
Legal Information Institute, Cornell Law School, Myron Taylor Hall, Ithaca, NY 14853
Website:
https://www.law.cornell.edu/supremecourt/text/home
https://www.law.cornell.edu/supremecourt/text/home
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/
Usablenet Assistive (UA) is an end-to-end web accessibility platform designed to help a company immediately and comprehensively improve web accessibility, compliance, and support for people with disabilities including users of assistive technologies, for example, blind people using screen-reading devices.
Usablenet Assistive creates a dynamically generated, text-only, and accessible (compliant with standards such as ADA, Section 508, W3C, etc) view of a company’s entire web site and services. UA is not a ‘second’ site, but instead creates a dynamic accessible view of the main site that always reflects the most up-to-date content and services. As the main site changes constantly (in the way of enterprise web sites), each and every change is dynamically reflected in the accessible view created by the UA platform.
500 7th Ave, 8th floor
New York, NY 10018
Voice: (212)965-5388
Fax: (212)965-5391
Email: contact@usablenet.comWebsite:
http://usablenet.com/products/web-accessibility
http://usablenet.com/products/web-accessibility
The USERRA Advisor is designed to help you learn more about the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act of 1994 (USERRA). A series of questions has been developed for employees and employers.
Department of Labor
Frances Perkins Building,
200 Constitution Ave.
NW, Washington, DC 20210
Voice: (866) 487-2365
TTY: (877) 889-5627Website:
http://webapps.dol.gov/elaws/vets/userra/mainmenu.asp
http://webapps.dol.gov/elaws/vets/userra/mainmenu.asp
VETS Proudly Serves Veterans and Service Members! We Provide Resources and Expertise to Assist and Prepare them to Obtain Meaningful Careers, Maximize their Employment Opportunities, and Protect their Employment Rights. VETS is a part of the U.S. Department of Labor.
U.S. Department of Labor
200 Constitution Ave., NW
Washington, DC 20210
Voice: (866) 487-2365
TTY: (877) 889-5627Website:
https://www.dol.gov/agencies/vets
https://www.dol.gov/agencies/vets
This guide answers questions that veterans with service-connected disabilities may have about the protections they are entitled to when they seek to return to their former jobs or look to find their first, or new, civilian jobs. It also explains changes or adjustments that veterans may need, because of their injuries, to apply for, or perform, a job, or to enjoy equal access to the workplace. Finally, this guide includes resources on where veterans can find more information about the employment rights of individuals with disabilities. This guide was created by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.
Voice: (800)669-4000
TTY: (800)669-6820
Email: info@eeoc.govWebsite:
http://www.eeoc.gov/eeoc/publications/ada_veterans_employers.cfm
http://www.eeoc.gov/eeoc/publications/ada_veterans_employers.cfm
Our focus is new homes. Not government buildings, restaurants, etc. (important as they are). Our goal is to make ALL homes visitable, not just “special” homes — to be at the party, meeting, and family reunion . . . not isolated. We narrow the emphasis from a long list of access features to the most essential: entering a home and fitting through the interior doors. So that widespread construction change is more likely to happen quickly.
2013 H St. NW
6th Floor
Washington, D.C. 20006
Voice: (202) 207-0334
Toll free: 1-844-778-7961
Fax: (202) 207-0341
Email: ncil@ncil.orgWebsite:
https://visitability.org/
https://visitability.org/
The VetSuccess program assists Veterans with service-connected disabilities to prepare for, find, and keep suitable jobs. For Veterans with service-connected disabilities so severe that they cannot immediately consider work, VetSuccess offers services to improve their ability to live as independently as possible
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs 810 Vermont Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20420 Voice: (800) 827-1000
Website:
http://www.benefits.va.gov/vocrehab/index.asp
http://www.benefits.va.gov/vocrehab/index.asp
The Web Accessibility Initiative (WAI) works with organizations around the world to develop strategies, guidelines, and resources to help make the Web accessible to people with disabilities.
W3C Web Accessibility Initiative (WAI)
MIT/CSAIL, Building 32-G530
32 Vassar Street
Cambridge, MA 02139 USA
Voice: (617) 253-2613
Fax: (617) 258-5999Website:
http://www.w3.org/WAI/
http://www.w3.org/WAI/
The Web Accessibility Initiative (WAI) works with organizations around the world to develop strategies, guidelines, and resources to help make the Web accessible to people with disabilities.
W3C Web Accessibility Initiative (WAI)
MIT/CSAIL, Building 32-G530
32 Vassar Street
Cambridge, MA 02139 USA
Voice: (617) 253-2613
Fax: (617) 258-5999Website:
http://www.w3.org/WAI/IG/
http://www.w3.org/WAI/IG/
Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.0 covers a wide range of recommendations for making Web content more accessible. Following these guidelines will make content accessible to a wider range of people with disabilities, including blindness and low vision, deafness and hearing loss, learning disabilities, cognitive limitations, limited movement, speech disabilities, photosensitivity and combinations of these. Following these guidelines will also often make your Web content more usable to users in general.
W3C Web Accessibility Initiative (WAI)
MIT/CSAIL, Building 32-G530
32 Vassar Street
Cambridge, MA 02139 USA
Voice: (617) 253-2613
Fax: (617) 258-5999Website:
http://www.w3.org/WAI/intro/wcag.php#is
http://www.w3.org/WAI/intro/wcag.php#is
The Checklist will be used to address how a Local Workforce Investment Area (LWIA) grant recipient is complying with, and implementing, the applicable Federal requirements for persons with disabilities.
Voice: (202) 693-6500
Website:
https://www.dol.gov/oasam/programs/crc/section188.htm
https://www.dol.gov/oasam/programs/crc/section188.htm
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/
The social value of the Web is that it enables human communication, commerce, and opportunities to share knowledge. One of W3C's primary goals is to make these benefits available to all people, whatever their hardware, software, network infrastructure, native language, culture, geographical location, or physical or mental ability.
World Wide Web Consortium (W3C)
MIT/CSAIL, Building 32-G530
32 Vassar Street
Cambridge, MA 02139 USA
Voice: (617) 253-2613
Fax: (617) 258-5999Website:
http://www.w3.org
http://www.w3.org
