ADD Warehouse
Catalog, articles, newsletters,books,videos,training programs. Items for parents, teachers, and kids.’;
ADDA Attention Deficit Disorder Association
The mission of ADDA is to provide information, resources and networking to adults with AD/HD and to the professionals working with them. In doing so, ADDA generates hope, awareness, empowerment and connections worldwide in the filed of AD/HD through bringing together science and the human experience
Asperger and Autism Information
Autism Society of America
Children and Adults with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
CHADD represents individuals with AD/HD, for education, advocacy and support. The organization is composed of dedicated volunteers from around the country who play an integral part in the association’s success by providing resources and encouragement to parents, educators and professionals on a grassroots level through CHADD chapters.
FAPE
Families and Advocates Partnership for Education
Independent Living Research Utilization
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.
International Dyslexia Association
The International Dyslexia Association (IDA) is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping individuals with dyslexia, their families and the communities that support them. IDA is the oldest learning disabilities organization in the nation — founded in 1949 in memory of Dr. Samuel T. Orton, a distinguished neurologist. Throughout our rich history, our goal has been to provide the most comprehensive forum for parents, educators, and researchers to share their experiences, methods, and knowledge.
LD Online
Website on Learning Disabilities for parents, teachers and other professionals. Includes an events calendar, KidZone, audio clips, bulletin boards and a free online newsletter.
Learning Disabilities Association of America
LDA is a non-profit organization of volunteers, including individuals with learning disabilities, their families and professionals. The site includes bulletins, public policy alerts, announcements for upcoming events, resources that include early childhood, and position statements.
Microsoft Accessiblity
This site offers technical information on accessiblity for computer users with disabilities. Just a few topics covered include: Accessiblity & Microsoft, Training (Guides by Disability, Step by Step Guides, Tips & Tricks, Training Resources), News & Events,Products & Aides, Developing Technology and much more.
National Association for the Education of African American Children with Learning Disabilities
The NAEAACLD’s mission is to link information provided by an established network of individuals and organizations experienced in minority research and special education. This new website features; News, Research, Articles & Publications, Resources and a Parent Network.
National Attention Deficit Disorder Association
National Center for Learning Disabilities
National Council on Disability
The National Council on Disability (NCD) is an independent federal agency making recommendations to the President and Congress to enhance the quality of life for all Americans with disabilities and their families. NCD is composed of 15 members appointed by the President and confirmed by the U.S. Senate. In its 1986 report Toward Independence, NCD first proposed that Congress should enact a civil rights law for people with disabilities. In 1990, the Americans with Disabilities Act was signed into law. NCD’s overall purpose is 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 Dissemination Center for Children with Disabilities
NICHCY stands for the National Dissemination Center for Children with Disabilities and serves the nation as a central source of information on: Disabilities in infants, toddlers, children, and youth. IDEA, which is the law authorizing special education. No Child Left Behind (as it relates to children with disabilities), and research-based information on effective educational practices. Feel free to communicate with the site in English or Spanish in order to find answers to your questions and assistance.
National Organization on Disability
The mission of the National Organization on Disability (N.O.D.) is to expand the participation and contribution of America’s 54 million men, women and children with disabilities in all aspects of life. By raising disability awareness through programs and information, together we can work toward closing the participation gaps. In addition to keeping you up to date on the National Organization on Disability’s most recent developments, the N.O.D. web site provides you with the latest in disability-related news, information and resources.
National Parent Network on Disabilities
Parent Advocacy Coalition for Educational Rights
The mission of PACER Center is to expand opportunities and enhance the quality of life of children and young s with disabilities and their families, based on the concept of parents helping parents
Protection and Advocacy Systems
P&As comprise a nationwide network of 57 disability rights agencies which are mandated under various federal statutes to provide legal representation and advocacy services to persons with disabilities.
The Arc of the United States
MISSION STATEMENT The Arc of the United States advocates for the rights and full participation of all children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Together with our network of members and affiliated chapters, we improve systems of supports and services; connect families; inspire communities and influence public policy.
The Association for Severe Handicaps
TASH is an international membership association leading the way to inclusive communities through research, education, and advocacy. TASH members are people with disabilities, family members, fellow citizens, advocates, and professionals working together to create change and build capacity so that all people, no matter their perceived level of disability, are included in all aspects of society.
The Cerebral Palsy Network
The Institue for Rehabilitation and Research
TIRR serves as a Model System for interdisciplinary rehabilitation services, patient care and medical education, and a center of research.