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Links to More Information on Assistive Technology
Federal Programs
- ADA - link to the Americans with Disabilities Act Home Page
- ADA Hot Links and Document Center - links to ADA documents and related web sites
- ABLEDATA - the National Institute on Disability and Rehabilitation Research - U.S. Department of Education
- Community-Based Alternatives/Promoting Community Integration - As a part of his New Freedom Initiative, the President issued Executive Order 13217, "Community-Based Alternatives for Individuals with Disabilities." The Order calls upon the federal government to assist states and localities to swiftly implement the decision of the United States Supreme Court in Olmstead v. L.C., stating: "The United States is committed to community-based alternatives for individuals with disabilities and recognizes that such services advance the best interests of the United States."
- Job Accommodation Network - provides information about job accommodations and the employability of people with disabilities.
- National Center to Improve Practice (NCIP) - was funded by the U.S. Department of Education, Office of Special Education Programs to promote the effective use of technology to enhance educational outcomes for students with sensory, cognitive, physical, and social/emotional disabilities.
- National Council on Disability - The National Council on Disability (NCD) is an independent federal agency making recommendations to the President and Congress on issues affecting 54 million Americans with disabilities.
- WorkSupport.Com is funded in part by the National Institute on Disability and Rehabilitation Research (NIDRR), Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS), U.S. Department of Education, Washington, D.C.
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State Agency Programs
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Non-Profit Organizations
- AbleProject.org is a non-profit organization focused on helping people with disabilities. Our mission is to help people with disability, and people with disabled love ones to find mobility and assistive devices faster, easier, and at competitive price.
- Access North - a virtual Center for Independent Living for Northeastern Minnesota.
- Alliance for Technology Access - a network of community-based resource centers.
- American Printing House for the Blind - provides materials, alternative media, tools, and resources for individuals who are blind or visually impaired.
- Amputee Coalition of America (ACA) features information about the Amputee Coalition of America, access to the National Limb Loss Information Center, the ACA National Peer Network, and a growing collection of sites concerned with Limb Loss Research and Statistics.
- Assistive Technology Solutions - Providing plans for Do-It-Yourself devices to assist persons with disabilities.
- assistivetech.net is a resource for assistive technology (AT) and a link to a wide variety of AT and disability-related information. The searchable database of AT is designed to help you target solutions, determine costs and link to vendors that sell products. Our target audiences include people with disabilities, family members, service providers, educators and employers.
- Council of Exceptional Children - organization devoted to all areas of special education
- Family Village - We are a global community that integrates information, resources, and communication opportunities on the Internet for persons with cognitive and other disabilities, for their families and for those that provide them services and support.
- Habitat for Humanity of Minnesota, Inc. (HFH-MN) is a support organization created under the umbrella of Habitat for Humanity International. It was created by the affiliates in Minnesota, and is accountable to those affiliates. As a support organization, HFH-MN was created to identify and serve the needs of Habitat affiliates in the state of Minnesota as they pursue the creation of decent, safe, affordable housing for those in need. Click on Local Affliates link for the Habitat for Humanity organization in your area.
- Lighthouse International and the Chicago Lighthouse fighting vision loss through prevention, treatment and empowerment.
- PACER Center - strives to improve and expand opportunities that enhance the quality of life for children and young adults with disabilities and their families, and Information and Referral Services.
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Disability Periodicals
- Access Press - A monthly publication designed to inform the disability community about topics of concern, and to provide accurate information about disability issues to the general public.
- Closing the Gap - focuses on computer technology for people with special needs.
- Disabled Dealer - Buy, sell or trade accessible vans, wheelchairs, scooters, homes, and more.
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Disability Vendors
- AbilityHub - Assistive Technology for computers and disability.
- Assistive Technology Training Online - Offers free, online training in assistive technology solutions to help students with disabilities. The site consists of "virtual workshops" targeted to teachers, parents, and assistive technology service providers who serve elementary-level students.
- Brain Actuated Technologies, Inc - The Cyberlink Interface communication link between humans and machines.
- Directability.com - Minnesota-specific directory of products and services for people with disabilities.
- LD Resources - collection of resources about learning disabilities.
- Mobility Sales and Rental is a nationwide supplier of pre-owned wheelchair accessible vehicles. They represent the finest manufactures in the industry and can offer a wide selection of products for your mobility needs. They back that up with a 5yr/100,000 mile engine and transmission warranty on every used wheelchair accessible van. Mobility Sales and Rental will deliver your vehicle free of charge right to your home or work place. We will also "feature and benefit" the vehicle at your home or work place to insure you are very comfortable and confident with your purchase. Contact them toll free to arrange delivery of your next vehicle at 1(866)803-2200.
- Veterans on the Lake - A Full Service, Barrier-Free Resort - Priority is given to disabled veterans and their families, veterans age 65 or older, active duty military, and non veteran disabled.
- Viewpoint Mobility has the Vision Wheelchair Van, which is North America's highest quality rear-entry wheelchair accessible minivan conversion. Request a copy of Vision's FREE VIDEO and brochure to see all of the benefits and features. 1-877-368-6022.
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Other Organizations
- Disabled Sportsperson Information - is a resource to help disabled persons access the outdoors.
- Family Center on Technology and Disability - The Center serves organizations and programs that work with families of children and youth with disabilities. We offer a range of information and services on the subject of assistive technology (AT). Whether you're an organization, a parent, an educator, or an interested friend, we hope you'll find information that supports you in your efforts to bring the highest quality education to children with disabilities.
- MinnesotaHelp.info - is a comprehensive database of local community resources for consumers, caregivers and service providers. You can search for resources: by zip, city and state; by topic; by keyword; or by provider name.
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