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== GENERAL DISABILITY ISSUES

April 14, 2008

Ability Corner at "...presents articles and information related to disAbility, Nursing and Nursing Assistant issues and topics, as well as links to sites containing valuable information from a great number of other sources...".

360: The Accessible Lifestyle at http://www360mag.com is new and still under development, but it already a fascinating magazine/resource site that actually pays contributors..

The Ability site in England has a lot of interesting links at http://www.ability.org.uk

ableize Disabilities Resources Directory at http://www.ableize.com "...A disability directory of UK adult and children's disability services. Includes advice and information, access, education, recreation and sports, plus the arts detailed information on specific disabilities..."

Access-Ability at http://www.access-ability.co.uk is an excellent British site with a wide range of resources constantly updated.

The A-Med Health Care Center Online at http://www.a-med.com/resources.htm is part of their commercial health care equipment site, but it offers some good links.

The Medical and Disability page at Big Eye has a lot of good resources.

The Boulevard at http://www.blvd.com is also a commercial site, but also one wih useful information and direct links to a large number of disability services and product companies.

Canine Companions for Independence at http://www.caninecompanions.org is the new website for "helping dogs for disabilities other than the blind".

Coast to Coast Resourcesat http://www.coast-resources.com is a commercial site with information on a range of products and services.

Cornucopia Of Disability Information at http://codi.buffalo.edu is just that with solid resources as befitting a university maintained site (University of Buffalo, New York).

Disabled United at http://www.disabledunited.com/index.asp is a fascinating site with good resources

Dis-Abilities Online at http://dis-abilities.com is a terrific site with information on products, organizations, classifieds,events and more.

The Disability Associates Home page at http://www.ssaconsultants.com is an interesting site with information on Social Security Disability and how to test your eligibility - and more importantly, how to start your own business as a paid consultant advising others.

Disability Central is a general gathering and resource site that includes @ctive Teen Magazine

Disabled Info at http://www.disabledinfo.co.uk is a new but promising English site open to feedback and submissions

DisABILITY Information by Lynda Appell (New URL again 6-18-06) at http://disabilityinfo.ms11.net is a great personal site with lots of resources.

Disability International. Site for Disabled People International and their magazine (see "Magazines"). A website rich in international disability information.

The Disability Resource site at http://www.disabilityresource.com, with resources, chat, a book store, event calendar, and more.

Disability Resource Directory at http://www.d-r-d.com "D-R-D collects informative links from around the world providing a current and comprehensive directory of resources for the Disabled community." A VERY good selection of sites in a wide range of categories. Check out their Site Map!

Disability Resources on the Internet (by Disability Resources Monthly) at http://www.disabilityresources.org A wide-spanning guide to all manner of resources.

Disabled United at http://disabledunited.com is a wonderful site for meeting people and finding resources.

Disapedia.com at http://www.disapedia.com was "...was spurred on by the belief that, while there were many fantastic resources on the internet for disabled individuals, many were neglected, outdated and inaccessible..."

DrEddyClinic.com at http://www/dreddyclinic.com is a comprehensive site about treatment options with extemnsive links on medical and disability issues

The Easter Seals page offers information on the society's work, as well as resource links.

e-bility.com at http://www.e-bility.com is another well-organized must-visit index site with a great variety of resources.

Electronic Curbcuts for the disABLED at http://www.specialink.com/e-curbcuts is another fantastic and well-organized resource site.

Esmerel's Collection of Disability Resources at http://www.esmerel.org is a superb and well-organized site.

European Organisation of Family Health Research at http://www.eofhr.org "...represents over 100 non-governmental and other not-for-profit organisations interested in protection the health of all europeans and providing essential human services, especially for those who are least able to help themselves. .."

Family Friendly Fun and Life Resources at http://www.family-friendly-fun.com is a "dynamic resource for information that enhances the quality and enjoyment of special needs family life.". A wide-ranging site welcoming site submissions.

Family Village which is "a global community that integrates information, resources, and communication opportunities on the Internet for persons with mental retardation and other disabilities, their families, and those that provide them services and supports." With a card catalog of conditions, there is an incredible wealth of resources here.

Galaxy Diseases and Disorders page at http://galaxy.einet.net/galaxy/Medicine/Diseases-and-Disorders.html.,

Handi-Stop.com at http://www.handi-stop.com is a Fantastic international resource site with chat, games and more. And please visit Handi-Stop Donations page for contributions for a stem cell transplant.

the HealingWell.com and their Resources Directory page.offer great help

Health Watch Center at http://www.healthwatchcenter.com "..provides latest information, news and useful tips for a happy and healthy lifestyle. Get health related information and news on various health issues such as allergies, blood disorders, various cancers, eating disorders, heart diseases, mental disorders, mens disorders, nervous system disorders, sleep disorders, STDs, skin disorders, and many more things..."

Jim Lubin's disABILITY Information and Resources page at http://www.eskimo.com/~jlubin/disabled.html is an excellent jumping-off point to lots of resources.

The Job Accommodation Network (JAN) at http://janweb.icdi.wvu.edu/links is an international toll-free consulting service that provides information about job accommodations and the employability of people with functional limitations. But beyond that, it also provides links to organizations and resources for a lot of specific medical conditions

The Empowerment Zone site at http://www.smart.net/~empower has a wealth of resources and information, both extensive site links and downloadable documents.

Enable, New Zealand at http://www.nzdrz.govt.nz is a new site i just found with some great resources.

Freestyle Life at http://www.freestyle-life.com is "...for information, community, classified ads and products to empower, honor, and inspire the physically challenged and disabled.

i Can at http://www.ican.com An online community with a lot of resources

Liberty Resources at http://www.libertyresources.org/ may be a Philadelphia based and oriented site, but there are loads of resources there useful regardless of locale.

The LOEW-DOWN at http://www.geocities.com/HotSprings/4503 has as its purpose "...to provide information on the ADA, Ankylosing Spondylitis, and other general information of interest to the handicapped/disabled, their caregivers, families and friends."

Mobility-Advisor.com at http://www.mobility-advisor.com Great site that provides an "...Educational resource with articles on wheelchairs, scooters, accessories, wheel chair sports, disabled travel, transportation, and assistive technology to enhance the lives of individuals of all ages who need mobility assistance...."

The National Organization on Disability at http://www.nod.org "...promotes the full and equal participation of America's 54 million men, women and children with disabilities in all aspects of life..."

New Mobility's Links page has a lot of good resources

Online Support Groupsat http://www.mdjunction.com/support-groups ...An Online Support Group is the place to share your experiences, your feelings and wisdom. A comfort zone for people dealing with the same health challenges..."

Paraquad is a great disability resource site at http://www.paraquad.org with an incredible range of resources. Once you enter, be sure to go to the site map at the bottom of the main page

Planet Amber at http://www.planetamber.com is an "...International health, medical, and disability resources database for people with disabilities or health impairments, their families and those providing services and support..."

Suite 101.com at http://www.suite101.com/welcome.cfm/disabilities has a lot of good resources.

United People With Dis"abilities" at http://www.upwd.net is a resource rich site/organization worth exploring. They "...are an organization that is dedicated to serving people with disabilities and their families. UPWD was conceived by, and is managed by people with disabilities..." Now with a UPWD Television page with video clips

WCD Foundation for Education, Inc. at http://www.wcdfoundation.org An excellent new site: "Our mission is to provide support to children and adults with disabilities and their families... We support not only these individuals, but also their physicians, allied healthcare professionals, special educators, therapists and counselors."

Brian Newton's Wheel About (new address)organization at http://www.optushome.com.au/wheelabout was formed to "further the ambitions and lifestyles of people with severe physical disabilities through advocacy, advice and assistance". This is a neat site put up by someone who knows well the obstacles facing people with disabilities.

WheelchairJunkie.com at http://www.WheelchairJunkie.com/ is a great site for wheelers. In the words of the webmaster: "WARNING: This site is for gonzo wheelchair users only. Wheelchair dealers, manufacturers, physical therapists, and industry representatives enter at your own risk. "

World Association of Persons with disAbilities is at http://www.wapd.org and the "WAPD advances the interests of persons with disAbilities at national, state, local and home levels. We believe that all are entitled to high quality of life. Over ten years of "grassroots" planning and growth have catapulted the association to a world leadership position, advancing the soundness and empowerment of the so called "disAbled" everywhere."

World Friendshas another new address at http://hale.ssd.k12.wa.us/friends/wf_home.htm, and it has a large number of links to resources, reference material and more.

Worldwide Virtual Community of the Disabled, Inc . at http://www.linkable.org has a superb range of resources.

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