Website Resources
ADAPTIVE/ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY
- www.abilityhub.com/mouse/index.htm Adaptive equipment, alternate software for computers
- www.buypcsupplies.com Adaptive keyboards
- https://atohio.engineering.osu.edu/ Assistive technology
- assistive technology Database of products, solutions, and resources for assistive technology and rehabilitation equipment
- https://www.retailmenot.com/blog/assistive-technology-buying-guide.html#WhatIs2 Assistive technology
- https://www.verizon.com/info/digital-security/phone-security-for-seniors/ Mobile Device Security and Phone Plans for Seniors
- https://www.elevators.com/
accessibility-apps-for- wheelchair-users/ - https://www.capitalone.com/
cars/learn/finding-the-right- car/a-guide-to-car- accessibility-and- modifications-for-drivers- with-disabilities/1430
ADDICTION
- http://www.rehabcenter.net/substance-abuse-and-eating-disorders/
- https://www.addictionguide.com/
- https://www.detoxlocal.com/resources/periodic-table-drug-addiction/
- https://www.opiates.net/
- https://www.alltreatment.com/addiction-treatment-for-the-deaf-and-hard-of-hearing/
- https://www.alcoholhelp.com/Alcohol/The-Effects-Of-Alcohol-Abuse/
- https://www.
greenmountaintreatmentcenter. com/alcohol/ - https://www.addictionresource.
net/state-funded-rehab- centers/ohio/ - Building a Strong Support System: Resources for Loved Ones of Alcoholics
- https://alcoholrehabhelp.org/
resources/college-students- alcohol/ - Substance Abuse
ADVOCACY
- www.inclusiondaily.com Provide disability advocates with information on social justice
- www.c-c-d.org Coalition of disability organizations to advocate for public policy for citizens with disabilities
- https://www.disabilityisnatural.com/ Promoting Inclusion and Acceptance
- https://wordfinderx.com/blog/
inclusive-language/ Inclusive language - https://www.nursinghomeabuse.
org/
AGING/SENIORS
- www.ncoa.org Improving the lives of older Americans
- http://www.payingforseniorcare.com Help find financial assistance for seniors
- www.adultdaycare.org Information on adult daycare centers
- https://medlineplus.gov/seniorshealth.html Senior health resources
- https://www.yourstoragefinder.com/home-organization-for-newly-disabled-seniors Guide to home organization for newly disabled and seniors
- https://www.alarms.org/guide-to-senior-safety-at-home/ Guide to senior safety at home
- https://www.acl.gov/programs Advocates across federal government for seniors and disabled people
- https://www.drugwatch.com/health/drug-interactions/
- https://knoji.com/stores-offering/senior-discount/ 400 Stores offering senior discounts!
- https://niftybenefits.com/seniors-guide-healthy-eating/
- https://rehabnet.com/ Addiction resources for seniors
- https://www.comparitech.com/blog/information-security/elder-fraud/
- https://www.ireviews.com/
online-scams/ Scams targeting seniors - https://aging.com/best-online-
therapy/mental-health- resources-for-seniors/ - DIY Home Modifications for Senior Fall Prevention
- https://www.experteasy.com.au/
blog/five-home-repairs- seniors-should-avoid-doing- when-they-are-alone/
ARTS
AUTISM
- http://www.autism.org.uk/socialskills
- https://ibcces.org/blog/2016/07/15/behavior-strategies/
- http://blog.maketaketeach.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/Strategies-for-Working-With-Children-with-ASD1.pdf
- http://www.psy-ed.com/wpblog/helping-aspergers-teens/
- https://www.redfin.com/blog/creating-a-home-atmosphere-to-help-cope-with-adult-autism
- https://www.friendshipcircle.org/blog/2012/04/10/autistic-home-decorating-make-your-home-autism-friendly
- https://www.sensorydirect.com/2014/10/10-tips-getting-autistic-child-haircut/
- https://harkla.co/blogs/special-needs/autism-tantrums-meltdown-strategies
- https://praacticalaac.org/praactical/autism-acceptance-resources-for-children/
- https://www.homeadvisor.com/r/how-to-create-the-ultimate-playroom-for-a-child-with-autism/
- https://www.werockthespectrumkidsgym.com/7-rockin-sensory-play-activities-kids-spectrum/
- https://koriathome.com/birthday-party-activities-for-children-with-autism/
- https://www.accel.org/blog/traveling-with-autistic-children/
- https://www.homeadviceguide.com/online-safety-guide-for-people-with-autism-spectrum-disorders/
- https://www.newmouth.com/
resources/autism/ - Guide to Supporting Students on the Autism Spectrum in the Transition to College
BENEFITS
BLIND/VISUALLY IMPAIRED
- www.magnifyingaids.com
- www.maculardegeneration.org Macular degeneration
- https://www.caring.com/senior-
living/assisted-living/ assisted-living-for-people- with-vision-impairment/ - The Transportation Problem: Finding Rides When You Can't Drive as an Individual with Vision Loss
- https://nabslink.org/ National Federation of the Blind
- https://www.visioncenter.org/
blog/vision-loss-dementia/ - https://www.zocdoc.com/blog/
caring-for-the-eyes-of- children-with-special-needs/ - https://www.visioncenter.org/
conditions/visual-snow- syndrome/ - https://www.visioncenter.org/
conditions/
CAREGIVERS
CEREBRAL PALSY
CHILDREN/YOUTH
- www.ocecd.org/ Ohio Coalition for the Education of Children with Disabilities
- https://www.homeadvisor.com/r/disability-friendly-backyard-for-kids/
- https://www.goodrx.com/health-
topic/mental-health/mental- health-guide-for-teens
DEAF/HEARING IMPAIRED
DISABILITIES
- www.biaoh.org Brain injury
- www.butyoudontlooksick.com Chronic illness
- www.mslifelines.com Multiple Sclerosis
- www.unitedspinal.org Spinal cord injury
- http://www.know-the-ada.com/t1/parent-teacher-guide.html Learning disabilities
- www.disabled-world.com News from around disability world
- https://wikibuy.com/blog/free-stuff-for-people-with-disabilities-bc5e48cf50c4
DISASTER/EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS
- www.rtcil.org Mobility impairments
- www.specialneedsplanning.com Disaster book
- http://www.redcross.org/images/MEDIA_CustomProductCatalog/m4240199_A4497.pdf Preparing for disaster
- https://www.redfin.com/blog/disaster-safety-for-people-with-disabilities Weather emergency with disabilities
- https://www.fema.gov Federal Emergency Management Agency
- http://www.improvenet.com/a/family-safety-for-home-disastersl
- https://www.austinrealestate.com/tornado-home-safety.php
- https://www.cprcertified.com/blog/first-aid-and-health-safety-for-disasters
- https://www.homeadvisor.com/r/flood-proof-landscaping/
- https://www.adt.com/natural-disasters
- https://www.free-safety-training.com/fire-safety-at-home/
- https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/blog/2018/08/picking-pieces-after-disaster
- https://www.polygongroup.com/en-GB/resources/flood-preparation-planning/
- https://couponfollow.com/research/disaster-preparedness-on-a-budget
- https://alansfactoryoutlet.com/emergency-preparedness-storage-guide/
- https://www.uphomes.com/blog/
fire-preparedness.htm
EDUCATION
- http://www.accreditedschoolsonline.org/vocational-trade-school/people-with-disabilities/
- https://community.lincs.ed.gov/discussion/teaching-art-cooking-people-special-needs
- https://www.gograd.org/resources/students-with-disabilities/
- https://www.accreditedschoolsonline.org/resources/scholarships-financial-aid-for-students-with-disabilities/
- https://online.maryville.edu/disabilities-guide/
- https://soeonline.american.edu/blog/disability-guide
- https://lendedu.com/blog/paying-for-college-for-people-with-disabilities/
- https://www.onlineu.org/most-affordable-colleges/students-with-disabilities?atid=reWyQ9mGZsYvNMlnBi7oR5wbqxgLygof&utm_action=click
- Mental Health Guide for College Students
- College and Career Guide for Students with Disabilities
- https://www.bestcolleges.com/features/colleges-offering-free-laptops/
- https://www.
beautyschoolsdirectory.com/ blog/students-disabilities- support - Guide to Supporting Students on the Autism Spectrum in the Transition to College
- https://withinhealth.com/
learn/articles/the-prevalence- of-eating-disorders-among- college-athletes
EMPLOYMENT
- MyEmploymentOptions.com
- www.GettingHired.com Jobs and organizations that hire
- https://www.medicalassistantdegrees.net/careers/disability-career-options/
- www.onestopohio.org
- https://www.mphprogram.com/careers-for-mph-students
- www.ohiojobnetwork.com List by jobs, area, category
- http://www.peatworks.org/content/accessibility-and-employment-what-people-disabilities-need-know
- https://www.affordablecollegesonline.org/students-with-disabilities-careers/
- https://eligibility.com/unemployment
- https://www.mastersofpublicadministration.org/careers-for-students
- https://www.fiscaltiger.com/career-and-employment-resources-for-people-with-disabilities/
GOVERNMENT BENEFITS
- www.barrierbreakers.com How to write a PASS Plan
- www.benefits.gov Federal and State assistance
- https://eligibility.com/social-security-disability
HEALTHCARE
- https://www.nia.nih.gov/health Health and wellness for seniors
- www.medicare.gov Medicare
- https://www.homehealthcareagencies.com/ Home health care
- www.skillednursingfacilities.org/directory/ Nursing homes
- www.bcm.edu/crowd Women with disabilitie
- www.antibiotics.org Antibiotics
- http://www.mesotheliomaguide.com/ Mesothelioma
- http://www.bestcolleges.com/resources/top-5-mental-health-problems-facing-college-students/
- https://www.newmouth.com/oral-health/effects/physical-disabilities Oral Health
- www.newmouth.com/oral-health/effects/developmental-disabilities Oral Health
- https://www.drugwatch.com/drug-interactions/
- https://www.tuftandneedle.com/resources/sleep-deprivation-effects/
- https://www.nursinghomelawcenter.org/bed-sore-glossary.html
- https://www.medicareinsuranceaz.com/medicare-supplement-plans-medigap/
- Medication Management for People with Disabilities
HISTORY
- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cx99MxcsESI ADA celebration
- https://disabilityhistory.org/
- https://www.nilp.org/history-of-independent-living-movement/
HOUSING/RAMPS/MODS
- https://savethedream.ohiohome.org/ Foreclosures
- http://realestate.aol.com/blog/2012/05/09/americans-with-disabilities-battle-housing-discrimination Housing discrimination
- http://www.nolo.com/legal-encyclopedia/disabled-renters-housing-rights-30121.html Disabled Renter's Housing Rights
- https://www.redfin.com/blog/2016/04/the-ultimate-guide-to-home-accommodations-for-persons-with-disabilities.html Home accomodations
- http://portal.hud.gov/hudportal/HUD? Disability rights in housing
- src=/program_offices/fair_housing_equal_opp/disabilities/inhousinghttp://portal.hud.gov/hudportal/HUD
- http://www.homeadvisor.com/cost/disability-accommodation/
- https://www.homecity.com/home-modifications-and-selling-your-home
- https://www.consumeraffairs.com/homeowners/stairlifts/
- https://blog.hireahelper.com/home-modifications-visually-impaired-blind/
- https://www.yourbestdigs.com/guide/disability
- https://www.thezebra.com/renting-with-disabilities/
- https://www.consumersbase.com/kitchen-remodeling-ideas-and-tips-for-seniors/
- https://www.
raleighrealtyhomes.com/blog/ When to know it's time for Assisted Livingsenior-housing-guide-aging-in- place-assisted-living.html
INDEPENDENT LIVING
- www.april-rural.org Services for rural independent living
- www.ncil.org National Council for Independent Living
- https://www.self.inc/blog/how-to-build-credit
- https://learn.
financestrategists.com/ finance-terms/independent- living-vs-assisted-living/ - https://www.volunteermatch.org/ Volunteer Match connect to volunteer opportunites
LAWS/LEGISLATURE/STATISTICS
- www.congress.org Your legislators
- www.wrightslaw.com Special education law
- www.justice.gov ADA Act
- www.ada.gov Medical care for mobility impairments
- http://adata.org ADA training, regional contacts
- https://www.justgreatlawyers.com/legal-guide-for-newly-disabled-and-disabled-seniors
- http://www.disabilitydenials.com/guide-to-disability-claims/
- https://www.consumersafetyguide.com/
- https://www.nursinghomelawcenter.org/resource-center.html
MENTAL HEALTH
- https://coronavirus.ohio.gov/wps/portal/gov/covid-19/families-and-individuals/coping-with-covid-19-anxiety/resources-for-adults-coping-with-the-covid-19-pandemic Dealing with covid pandemic
- https://www.recallreport.org/health-information/mental-health/ Defining Mental Illenss
- https://www.arrowpassage.com/mental-illness-facts/
- https://withinhealth.com/
learn/the-relationship- between-anxiety-depression- and-overeating - https://mhanational.org/ Mental Health America social support
- https://psychologywriting.com/
blog/mental-health-journal- Blogging for mental healthtips-for-students/ - https://purple.com/blog/sleep-
guide-for-anxiety
ONLINE SAFETY
- https://www.getsafeonline.org/holidaybooking/ Staying safe online vacation planning, social networking, safegarding.
REHABILITATION
- www.naric.com Disability and Rehab info on mobility products
SERVICE ANIMALS
- www.deltasociety.org
- https://www.petlisted.com/service-dog-guide/
- https://sleepopolis.com/
education/pet-sleep-guide/ - https://usserviceanimals.org/certification How to register your animal as a service animal
TRAVEL
VETERANS
- www.pva.org Paralyzed veterans
- www.maketheconnection.net Connecting vets
- https://www.mesotheliomaveterans.org/
- https://www.veteranaid.org/
- https://www.rehab4alcoholism.com/article/72/ptsd-amongst-the-military-and-veterans
- https://www.therealtymedics.com/helpful-resources/veterans-purchasing-a-home/
- https://acl.gov/programs/veteran-directed-home-and-community-based-services/veteran-directed-home-community-based
- https://bullionmax.com/kb/
veterans-gold-collections- Passing on gold and other precious metals to loved onespass-heirs - https://www.
legalfinders.com/disabled- A guide to discrimination and other barriersveterans-guide/ - https://www.
camplejeuneclaimscenter.com/ - https://www.
maritimeinjurycenter.com/ maritime-careers-guide/ support-for-veterans- transitioning-to-civilian- life/
VOTING
- http://thehill.com/opinion/columnists/mark-mellman/112503-ada-voters-are-a-key-constituency Article
- www.accessiblesociety.org Accessibility
WHEELCHAIR/MOBILITY
- www.adaptationsbyadrian.com Clothes for special needs
- www.mcmobilitysystems.com Handicapped vans and mobility products
- https://www.consumeraffairs.com/health/mobility-scooters/#
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