NOTE: Information provided at this web site is of a general nature and is not intended to take the place of a physician's advice. It is vital that persons diagnosed with, or suspected of having, any disability or medical condition consult with their physician or with the appropriate division at a major teaching hospital, to assure proper evaluation, treatment, and interpretation of information contained on this site.
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NOTE: Under GENERAL DISABILITY ISSUES you'll find sites like this with categorized ranges of resources.
INDEX OF RESOURCES ON THESE PAGES
Contact Lenser sites are not
specifically blind sites, but as they offer non-commercial resources for contact
lens comparison shopping I am including them here in the most relevant place.
And this Eye Anatomy link
is where you can click for info on any part of the eye.John Shniper Law FirmLISTING OF CATEGORIES
This first site is technically not A.D.A. but the Swedish equivalent, but as I am Swedish by birth (I immigrated at age 10 in 1968), I could not resist.: March for Accessibility (Marschen för tillgänglighet) - Organization fighting for a Swedish equivalent to the US, UK etc. accessibility laws. March for Accessibility at http://www.marschen.se
The Americans With Disabilities Act Document Center at http://www.jan.wvu.edu/kinder is a great resource
The Mid-Atlantic Region ADA Information Center at http://www.adainfo.org covers PA, DE, MD, VA, WV and DC
ADA Technical Assistance Program at http://www.adata.org is a comprehensive nationwide data source
Disability Resource Directory's A.D.A. page has a superb selection of information
The Keybridge Foundation at http://www.keybridge.org has an excellent site associated with the Department of Justice, helping resolve ADA complaints against public accommodations. The
The U.S. Department of Justice ADA Home Page at http://www.usdoj.gov/crt/ada/adahom1.htm offers great resources.
== ADDICTION ISSUES (on a separate page due to size)
The HealthLinks site has links to a good range of resources (scroll down to Alternative Medicine).
alkaline PH diet at http://www.alkalinephdiet.com/
"The SevenPoint2 alkaline PH diet is 100% vegan and certified-organic,
with the healthiest alkaline diet foods on the planet. Balance your ph &
join th. "
Ask Dr. Weil at http://www.drweil.com is the site for a best-selling author and doctor, Dr. Andrew Weil, where you can find loads of information, a moderated bulletin board, and a database of 10,000 certified local practitioners -- searchable by discipline, state, and ZIP code.
DrNatura at http://www.drnatura.com/ Colonix® ProgramSince 1998, the Colonix® Advanced Internal Cleansing Program has been one of the most popular colon cleanse systems – with over 2 million programs sold worldwide
Alternative Medicine Online at http://library.thinkquest.org/24206 relocated and expanded, this includes a large range of links.
Therapy Courses at http://www.naturaltherapyforall.com/ is aimed at UK consumers ; "Find local qualified complementary therapist, Therapy Courses, acupuncturist, complementary therapies UK , hypnotherapist, chiropractors. Browse Naturaltherapyforall.com for enquiries, advice and price quotes for free in UK"
Creative Growth Art Centerat http://www.creativegrowth.org or 510-836-2340 brings together artists with a range of disabilities to work in an open studio.
[Internet Business Development for Entrepreneurs with Disabilities at http://www.ibde.ca is a Canadian agency teaching people how to set up a business selling arts and crafts on sites such as theVitual Mall;Canada
Kennedy Nganga at http://www.myspace.com/kennedynganga I am addng this though it is a personal site because the site is from a quadriplegic (diving accident) artist with talent. And go to kenedynganga for his great video showing his art
National Institute of Art and Disabilities at http://www.niadart.org or 510-620-0290
Passion Works at http://www.passionworks.org or 740-592-6659 is a sheltered workshop where individuals with mental retardation or developmental disabilities combine low-tech production line work with artistic learning and expression.
== BLIND AND VISUAL IMPAIRMENTS
Because of the size of this section, it is located on a different page at
Blind and Visual
Impairments.
Another very useful site
2/10/09
is
Blind Links at
http://www.autopenhosting.org/w3c/rblind.html
== CAREGIVERS AND INDEPENDENT LIVING
Note: See "Used and new medical Equipment and Resources" for supply sources for care-givers.
the Alarm Arm® at http://www.alarmarm.com/ "Sitting or standing - the Alarm Arm® allows you to install your smoke alarm in minutes and change batteries in seconds. No ladder is necessary, even for the initial installation."
ATTIC: Assistive Technology, Training, and Information Center at http://www.theattic.org provides information on a variety of issues necessary for independent living.
CaringBridge at http://www.caringbridge.org/ "..is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit web service that connects family and friends during a critical illness, treatment or recovery. A CaringBridge website is personal, private and available 24/7. It helps ease the burden of keeping family and friends informed. Patients and caregivers draw strength from loved ones' messages of support. ..".
Caregiver.com at http.//wwww.caregiver.com "Caregiver Media Group is a leading provider of information, support and guidance for family and professional caregivers. Founded in 1995, we produce Today's Caregiver magazine, the first national magazine dedicated to caregivers. A terrific associated site is Caregiver List at http://www.caregiverlist.com/ where "..families and caregivers find the right Senior Home Care Nationwide...".
Free Senior Citizens Solutions at http://freeseniorcitizenssolutions.com/ "... is the largest, most comprehensive website of its kind devoted to helping senior citizens. Our mission is to be a free resource for Senior Citizens regarding Medicare, Medicaid, Medigap policies, Discounts for Senior Citizens and other essential information for independent living..."
Independent Living USA at http.://www.ilusa.com provides a range of resources
Institute on Independent Living at http://www.independentliving.org is the site for Institute on Independent Living, with a wide range of resources and information.
National Family Caregivers Association (NFCA). at http://www.nfcacares.org "...is the only national, charitable organization dedicated to making life better for all of America's family caregivers. There are more than 25 million people who find themselves in a caregiving role. And the numbers are growing daily. Family caregivers focus on their loved one's needs. NFCA focuses on family caregivers."
Through the Looking Glass at http://www.lookinngglass.org is a site "...for families in which a child, parent, or grandparent has a disability or health issue..."
uCan Health Directory and Discussion of Caregiving Facilities at http://www.ucanhealth.com/care "Find the best nursing home, assisted living, adult daycare, retirement communities and senior homes in your location, share your experience or get help from others."
The Wright Stuff at http://www.thewright-stuff.com provides very unique products that are specifically designed to help care-givers, those with arthritis and those with diabetis handle routine daily activities.
Some of the following sites were shamelessly lifted from the pages of the January 2001 issue of New Mobility Magazine (read it and browse the site!), from Bhavna Mehta's article "Functional Fashion" (pages.41-43 - pick up an issue and read the excellent article that accompanies the site-listing). As I want to keep this site non-commercial, I am not endorsing any of the vendors listed here, but I am merely adding this category and these sites to provide an additional resource.
Able Apparel (formerly Able-Wear) at http://www.ableapparel.com offers clothing, outerwear and accessories for children and adults. 516-873-6553
Accessible Threads at http://www.accessiblethreads.com includes a lined cape with weights sewn in for stability. 877-297-5648
Adaptations by Adrian at http://www.adaptationsbyadrian.com "...Adaptations by Adrian has made clothes adapted for wheel chairs since 1994..."
Adrian's Closet at http://www.adrianscloset.com offers special capes, jackets, accessories, pants and clothing protectors. 800-831-2577
Comfort Clothing at http://www.comfortclothing.com/ "...A complete source of adapti ve clothes for nursing home and home health care residents... ...Our apparel has been adapted to best solve the particular dressing problems of wheelchair users and other disabilities..."
Easy Access Clothing and Products at http://www.easyaccessclothing.com offers adaptive clothing for children and adults. 800-775-5536
Personal Touch Health Care Apparel at http://www.adaptiveapparel.com is a "family-run business... Servicing nursing homes and health-related facilities for close to a quarter century. "
Professional Fit Clothing at http://www.professionalfit.com custom alterations on stock clothing and self-designed items. 800-422-2FIT (2348)
Shop on the Net at http://www.shop-onthenet.com/ "...Special Clothes for Special People..." Primaily for aging clients, the designs are of use to clients with disabilities. 877-225-8033
Rolli-Moden Designs and Manfred Sauer USA at http://www.rolli-moden.com offers special fit active and business wear. 800-707-2395
Specially For You at http://www.speciallyforyou.net offers custom-made clothing from a variety of patterns.605-625-3765
The Nth Degree at http://www.thenthdegree.com offers a wide range of relevant-design T-shirts. 800-241-8648
US Designs at http://www.usdesigns.com offers different design lines; for children and adults, developmentally disabled, seniors, elderly, as well as business and sports wear. 877-770-3088
USA Jeans at http://www.wheelchairjeans.com custom-made jeans for wheelers. 800-935-5170
DATING FRIENDSHIP AND SEXUALITY
== DRIVING SYSTEMS AND RESOURCES
Note: This is a non-commercial web site, but for informational reasons there are vendors included in here. This is not meant as an endorsement.
NOTE: Along with the following, search with your browser's search feature by using the following search phrase: "adaptive + driving + handicap"
Accessible Vans & Mobility, LLC at http://www.accessvansandmobility.com has grown to a network of sites converting and selling accessible vehicles and providing products and services for home and mobile accessibility.
AMS Vans at http://www.wheelchair-accessible-vans.com/ '...We currently sell approximately 50 to 70 vans per month nationwide and offer Finance, Service, Rentals and Front door delivery. We offer the best pricing and safest conversions in the mobility industry..."
Access Unlimited at http://www.accessunlimited.com provides systems for vehicle access, control, and transfer for drivers and passengers with disabilities.
Accessible Vans of America provides nationwide rentals, sales and service of accessible vans.
American Lift Aids provides a range of adaptive resources including driving aids, elevators and other home conversions, and vehicle conversions.
Associated RollX Vans at http://www.rollxvans.com is sells new and used wheelchair converted mini and full-sized vans.
Association of Driver Rehabilitation Specialists is devoted primarily to the support of professionals working in the field of driver rehabilitation and transportation equipment modification for persons with disabilities.
BraunAbility Wheelchair Vans at http://www.braunability.com/ Industry leading accessible van manufacturer/converter.
Creative Controls. Inc. at http://www.creativecontrolsinc.com is an "Adaptive Vehicle Modification Resource and Information Center" This new site will soon have links on funding sources and dealers, and already has an excellent page on Vehicle Modification Links
Freedom Driving Aids at http://www.freedomdrivingaids.com is a full service company for conversions which delivers completed vehicles.
Freedom Motors USA, Inc. at http://www.freedommotors.com builds the KneelVan, the successor of the Kneelkar, the scooter and wheelchair accessible lowered floor minivan with a unique rear entry design.
Freewheel Mobility at http://www.freewheelvans.com/ in Colorado "sells, services and rents handicap accessible vehicles and provides other adaptive driving equipment. .."
Garnon Mobility Vehicles at http://www.garnon.com is also a vendor for driving and access systems for homes and vehicles.
Handicaps, Inc. at http://www.handicapsainc.com makes handcontrols and other driving accessories for people with disabilities.
MC Mobility Systems, Inc. and Ability Van Rentals at http://www.mcmobilitysystems.com/ and http://www.abilityvanrentals.com/ with several Ohio locations, believe ".. everyone should have the opportunity to maintain independence... Buying or renting a wheelchair accessible van or minivan can be a complicated decision, but M.C. Mobility Systems and Ability Van Rentals simplify the process to provide a wheelchair accessible van that will exceed your expectations..."
NMEDA is the site for the National Mobility Equipment Dealers Association, where you can find local vendors of mobility equipment who are members adhering to set standards, including vendors with web sites.
Ride Away Ride Away is America's largest provider of accessible vehicles and vehicle modifications including hand controls, wheelchair and scooter lifts, ramps, raised doors, lowered floors and specialized gas, brake and steering controls. Over 400 accessible vehicles, from manufacturers such as Braun and Viewpoint, are in stock throughout our 11 East Coast locations.
RollxVans at http://www.rollxvans.com/ "...is the only mini and full-size manufacturer selling new and used wheelchair vans direct to you. If you choose, we'll deliver your finished handicapped accessible van straight to your door..."
Shopping for a wheelchair accessible van? This is a site by someone who had a bad experience shifting from a full-sized van with a lift to a lowered-floor minivan. I've made the same switch with only positive experiences (though the warning about speed bumps is real!). Whatever, there are things to consider here.
Vantage Mobility Internationaloffers a range of converted vehicles.
VCI Mobility at http://vanconinc.com/ "At VCI Mobility, our mission is to use specialized transportation products and services to make life easier and more comfortable for people with disabilities and special needs.'
Viewpoint Mobility (and Viewpoint Mobility Canada) Is the maker of the Vision™ wheelchair accessible minivan. "The Vision™ is a rear-entry, lowered floor modification that is seamlessly engineered to make Daimler-Chrysler, Ford, and General Motors minivans as barrier-free as possible."
A day of hiring people with disabilities APRIL 26. 2010 (passed now but has good resources)
CAP-Pennsylvania Client Assistance Program\ at http://wwwequalemployment.org "...CAP is an advocacy program for people with disabilities administered by the Center for Disability Law & Policy. CAP helps people who are seeking services from the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation, Blindness and Visual Services, Centers for Independent Living and other programs funded under federal law..."
Disability Friendly Colleges at http://www.disabilityfriendlycolleges.com/ is a "...new website aimed at helping students with physical disabilities find colleges best suited to their needs. This represents the only guide of any kind to disability-friendly colleges ..."
EASI Easy Access to Software and Information (an affilliate of American Association for Higher Education)
Enable Americ a at http://www.enableamerica.org/ "...Enable America was founded in 2002 by attorney Richard Salem as a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping people with disabilities find employment and live independently. It is the first organization dedicated solely to reducing unemployment among people with disabilities...".
Equal Opportunity Publications Career Center for Workforce Diversity -- with career opportunities and advice for members of minority groups, women, and people with disabilities.
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) - including an excellent page on Employment Resources
DisabilityInfo.gov at http://www.disabilityinfo.gov is sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor's links to a good Employment page and offers a range of resources
Disability Key at http://www.disabilitykey.com "Disability Key is a our new web based business that is designed to assist disabled people navigate through the maze and red tape of medical disability insurance and SSDI."
GLADNET at http://www.gladnet.org is the Global Applied Disability Research Network on Employment and Training
healthinternship.com/ at http://healthinternship.com/ is not a disasbility site, but given the economic crisis, a pathway to a good career.
Hire Ability at http://www.hireability.org "...is a nonprofit organization that matches qualified people with disabilities to job openings at Delaware Valley businesses at no cost to employers or applicants..."
The Job Accommodation Network's disability employment page at http://janweb.icdi.wvu.edu ,l,l is a great reso urce to check out.
Masters in Nursing.com at http://www.mastersinnursing.com/ connects prospective nursing students directly to colleges and universities. We're dedicated to helping people further their education and career goals
National Business & Disability Council at http://www.business-disability.com is "the leading resource for corporations that are hiring, working with, and marketing to people with disabilities."
Online Radiology Schools at http://www.onlineradiologyschools.org/ is not a disabilities site, but as the administrator pointed out some broken links on my site, and as this is a good site, I added it as a resource.
O.R.W. at http://www.orw.ca/findex.html is primarily a Canadian site, but "...ORW is a non-profit, independently funded resource base, serving organizations, business and government involved in the employment of persons with disabilities..." and has good resources.
Program Development Associates at http://www.disabilitytraining.com/ "...over the past 25 years have developed a web site with over 700 DVD's, curriculum, and training tools related to disabilities. These include employment, housing, independent living, advocacy, special education and disability awareness resources...."
Radiologyassistant.org at http://www.radiologyassistant.org/ to give prospective students easy access to the best information available on Radiology degree programs.
The Sierra Group at http://www.TheSierraGroup.com provides assistive technologies for productivity enhancement and to mitigate the limitations imposed on people with disabilities.
University of Washington's superb DOIT Home Page at http://weber.u.washington.edu/~doit has a large number of resources.
WorkplaceDiversity.com at http://www.workplacediversity.com is a diversity related site where employers post positions and job seeVkers can post résumés.
Works for Me at http://www.worksforme-pa.org/ "is a FREE resource that can direct you to agencies and programs that help people with disabilities in Pennsylvania who want to work, and improve their financial security."
== GENERAL DISABILITY ISSUES (on a separate page due to size)
8/30/11
DisabilityInfo.gov
at
http://www.disabilityinfo.gov is sponsored by the U.S. Department of
Labor's links to a good Employment
page and offers a range of resources
National Council on Disability is at: http://www.ncd.gov
The U.S. Department of Education at: http://www.ed.gov/ also has a number of resources, as does the
U.S Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). at http://www.hhs.gov/ "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 Justice at: http://www.usdoj.gov has ADA press releases, consent decrees, technical assistance materials, and regulations.
The Social Security Administration at: http://www.ssa.gov also has a great deal of relevant information. (for a page on how to deal with Social Security issues, go to Social Security Disability Secrets)
E-Pill Medication Reminders at http://www.epill.com/ "..We are a manufacturer of devices to help patients remember to take their medications on time....".
The Health and Fitnesssite at http://.sympatico.ca/Contents/Health/health.html is a SUPERB site with information on a WIDE variety of health issues from addictions to women's health.
Healthy Humans at http://www.healthyhumans.com states "The goal of Healthy Humans is simple: help people with chronic illness live healthier lives"
Health Watch Center at http://www.healthwatchcenter.com/ "...provides comprehensive information about allergies, blood disorders, cancer, diabetes, eating disorders, heart disease, mental disorders, and sleep disorders etc..."
How to Stop Smoking at http://hypno.co.nz/ebooks/how-to-stop-smoking.pdf is a free E-Book wuth good strategies
My Bridge 4 Life at https://www.mybridge4life.com/ is a wellness network for patients, caregivers, supporters, and healthcare professionals
Stop smoking Help at http://www.stopsmokinghelper.org/ "Learn how to stop smoking and get your life back."
Stop Smoking Tips at http://www.stop-smoking-tips.com "...The purpose of Stop-Smoking-Tips.com is to assist you to become tobacco-free forever, without the urge to start-up again...."
Therapy Courses at http://www.naturaltherapyforall.com/ is aimed at UK consumers ; "Find local qualified complementary therapist, Therapy Courses, acupuncturist, complementary therapies UK , hypnotherapist, chiropractors. Browse Naturaltherapyforall.com for enquiries, advice and price quotes for free in UK"
Optimal Breathing at http://www.breathing.com/
Breathing Development Research, Education, Services, Programs for Superior
Health, Peak Performance, Life Extension. Better breathing is possible for
everyone
As one of the great sites I had closed, I'm left with the excellent Roving Reporter's Deaf Community Cultural Resources at http://www.concentric.net/~tlshell/deaf.html
Note to Texas Deaf & Hard of Hearing: This is copied from a web site for Deaf and Hard of Hearing: "I'm a 43yr. old wife (in Houston), and mother of one son. I work part time. Anyhow,I'm seeing a need for a Hard of hearing support group to meet once a month in person. Then have HOH who do meet each other to keep in touch online via emails. This is to benefit the need of those that feel ISOLATED from the hearing world alot. A lot of deaf and HOH people I know have a hard time keeping a job sometimes, and maintaining friendships. So I'm trying to Open a door here to set them free. Let me know if you're interested. Thank you. e-mail me (srappe@houston.rr.com)." but be sure to give your e-mail in the body of the letter
About.com has an excellent page on Deafness and Hard of Hearing Issues with a wide range of resources.
The Alexander Graham Bell Association for the Deaf at http://www.agbell.org "is a nonprofit membership organization that was established in 1890 to empower persons who are hearing impaired to function independently by promoting universal rights and optimal opportunities to learn to use, maintain, and improve all aspects of their verbal communications, including their abilities to speak, speechread, use residual hearing, and process both spoken and written language."
American Sign Language Browser at http://www.commtechlab.msu.edu/sites/aslweb offers superb resources to learn sign language through Quick Time video and text descriptions.
The Central Institute for the Deaf at: http://cidmac.wustl.edu is a good source of information.
Center on Hearing And Deafness, Inc. at http://www.chadinc.org "...The Center on Hearing and Deafness, Inc. was founded in 1994 to improve the quality of life for Deaf and hard of hearing people and their families. It accomplishes this by providing a wide variety of information, services and opportunities utilizing effective communication methods. CHAD serves Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery and Philadelphia Counties (Pennsylvania)...".
CMP Online at http://www.cfv.org The Captioned Media Program (CMP) provides a free loan, open captioned videos for the deaf and hard of hearing persons. More than 4,00Birnbaum TeleSign Seminars0 titles are available.
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) - including an excellent page on Hearing Impairment resources
Deaf Nation at http://www.deafnation.com offers relevant news, entertainment and sports info
Deafnotes.com at http://www.deafnotes.com "DeafNotes.com is DEAF.com's (Deaf People United) message-board site. It's a free public forum where participants can discuss controversial issues and topics of interest to the Deaf community, and ask questions"
Deaf Times athttp://www.deaftimes.com "...a site dedicated to serving the Deaf community. We are striving to offer applications that will make your everyday life easier.." such as "...Up-to-date news for the Deaf - Chat groups and Forums - Local Current events for the Deaf - Topic specific commentary...".
Deaf Linx at http://www.deaflinx.com is a superb resource-rich site
The Deaf Magazine site at: http://deaf-magazine.org doesn't seem to be active, but it is a colorful site containing issues of the magazine and other links
Deaf People United at http://www.deaf.com combines six excellent sites (deafchat.com, deaflife.com, deafnotes.com, deafsports.com, deafview.com and dummyhoy.com).
Deaftalks.com at http://deaftalks.com/forum "A Deaf Community Forum -- Come share and discuss deaf related issues. FREE registration! It's friendly online forum."
the
International Deaf Websites page
and its Resources
page at http://www.deafwebsites.com/hearing-impaired-resources.html
offer great information.
Deafworld at http://www.dovenwereld.boogolinks.nl doesn't have bells or whistles, but what it has are an incredible range of categorized deaf links.
Gallaudet University at: http://www.gallaudet.edu offers lots of great information.
Handspeak.com at http://deafworldweb.org is a (renamed) superb deaf-related site that contains news, users guide, a directory, chat, and links to many research units, clinics, schools, and more. Especially useful is their United States: National Organizations page at http://dww.deafworldweb.org/int/us/org.html
Hatis at http://www.hattis.com makes products that allow deaf or hearing impaired people to communicate over the phone without distortion. With the HATIS, a person with a T-coil equiped hearing aid can connect to any device with a 2.5mm headphone jack.
Hearmore at http://www.hearmore.com/ "...we pride ourselves on delivering the latest and best assistive devices and products for the Hearing Impaired..."
The Hearing and Speech Deafness Center at: http://www.hdsc.org has great information and products.
International Foundation of Hard of Hearing People at http://www.ifhoh.org . "The International Federation of Hard of Hearing People consists of National Associations of and for hard of hearing and late deafened people, and parents' and professional organizations "
National Technical Institute for the Deaf (part of Rochester Institute of Technology at http://ntidweb.rit.udwu "One of eight colleges of the Rochester Institute of Technology, the NTID is the world's first and largest colleges for students who are deaf and hard of hearing."
Texas Deaf and Hard of Hearing at http://www.abattery.com/ "...FREE! College Tuition for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing residents of Texas ..."
The Sign Writing Site at http://www.SignWriting.org/has comprehensive information on reading, typing and writing signed languages.
United States Deaf Sports Federation at http://www.usadsf.org or 301-474-6710
==INDEX SITES (Sites that catalog and link to a wide range disability resources)
== LEARNING DISABILITIES & CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES
Note: A comprehensive listing of condition-specific sites is available at Mobility Impairments and Neurological Conditions (on a separate page due to size) and at Other Disabilities and Conditions (on a separate page due to size)
To start, also check these useful medicine-specific Search Engines and/or Index Sites with which include medical encyclopedia/dictionaries, health topics and news, drug information, and even news on clinical trials and more:
All Refer, Health page at http://www.health.allrefer.com
eMedicine Consumer Health, at http://www.emedicinehealth.com
FreeMedicalJournals.com at http://www.freemedicaljournals.com is just that: over 1,450 (and growing) free medical journals in a variety of languages; sorted by language and specialty. For the medically trained, this is a MUST-VISIT site!
Healthatoz.com at http://www.healthatoz.com
HealthoPedia.com, at http://www.healthopedia.com
MEDLINEplus® Health Information at http://www.medlineplus.gov
PDR Health at http://wwwPDRhealth.com provides Disease Overviews, Drug Information, and Clinical Trial Information. It is "Your guide to getting and staying well"
Benefits and you - how to access what you need.
Disability Key at http://www.disabilitykey.com "Disability Key is a our new web based business that is designed to assist disabled people navigate through the maze and red tape of medical disability insurance and SSDI."
Latest Medical Breakthroughs:
Medical Breakthroughs information is available on this informative site (with a good Links page)
Pharmaceutical researchers:
Combinatorial Chemistry Review This is a very specialized site, but as the research presented here has clinical implications, I have added this web site.
Surgical Information
For other excellent sites, check out:
To check on local doctors -- specialty, location, and credentials -- look up the Physician Select section of American Medical Association at http://www.ama-assn.org
Drugalert.org at http://www.drugalert.org/ "It is our goal to keep consumers informed about their prescription drugs and the devastating side effects which may occur."
DrugWatch.com at http://www.drugwatch.com/ "...features a comprehensive list of drugs and medications that are currently on the market, or were previously available worldwide. We are dedicated to educating the public about the details of prescription and over-the-counter medications, as well as aiding in the protection of patients and consumers by informing them of any associated side effects such as Accutane and Crohn's Disease
eMedExpert.com at http://www.emedexpert.com/ "...is privately owned and funded and is not affiliated with any manufacturer, merchant, or advocacy group. Founded in 2007, eMedExpert.com is a unique free online informational web site dedicated to health and medicine."
Health and Wellness Information at http://www.myoptumhealth.com "...is a health and wellness information site from OptumHealth, the health and well-being business of UnitedHealth Group..."
Healthfinder is a user-friendly site sponsored by the government located at http://www.healthfinder.gov
Health Watch Center at http://www.healthwatchcenter.com/ "...provides comprehensive information about allergies, blood disorders, cancer, diabetes, eating disorders, heart disease, mental disorders, and sleep disorders etc..."
Dr.Koop.com at http://www.drkoop.com/ named for the former Surgeon General has a lot of resources.
Hospital sites can also be useful. For a lot of hospital web sites, check out the Massachusetts General Hospital site at http://www.mgh.harvard.edu
The Mayo Health Oasis at http://www.mayohealth.org was rated the "best overall health site" for 1998 by the January 1999 Yahoo Internet Life magazine, and it is full of reliable information.
Med Help International at: http://www.medhelp.org is another great source of medical information.
A superb site with a lot of great resources is Medicine Online.com at http://www.medicineonline.com .
MD Junction at http://www.mdjunction.com offers a great range of resources and a community of users.
And Medsite at http://www.medsite.com is another excellent medical search engine, and a good source of links and information.
The MSN Health page has a variety of good resources and also an excellent Illnesses & Conditions page
Nanomedicinecenter at http://www.nanomedicinecenter.com/ "...Nanomedicine is a subfield of nanotechnology. It is often defined as the repair, construction and control of human biological systems using devices built upon nanotechnology standards. .."
The National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD) at http://www.rarediseases.org "...is a unique federation of voluntary health organizations dedicated to helping people with rare "orphan" diseases and assisting the organizations that serve them. NORD is committed to the identification, treatment, and cure of rare disorders through programs of education, advocacy, research, and service."
PEDINFO: An Index of the Pediatric Internet at http://www.uab.edu/pedinfo/index.html is a superbly comprehensive resource "Dedicated to the dissemination of on-line information for pediatricians and others interested in child health."
WebMD Health and Wellness at http://shn.webmd.com offers information on preventative care and the latest medical news stories.
European Organisation of Family Health Research
European Organisation of Family Health Research (EOFHR) at http://www.eofhr.org "...is the nation's only non-profit organization whose mission is to improve the health of all family through research, education and advocacy..."
I have a page of my own on Keeping Mentally Fit but...
...for a good selection of mental health sites, also check out:
A Layman's Guide to Managing Fear at http://www.managingfear.com/ Has great.articles on managing fear and anxiety .
ABCs of Personal Growth at http://www.helpself.com "This personal growth site is dedicated to giving psychology help today to those of average mental health for accomplishing as much therapy /self-improvement as possible."
Anxiety Disorders Association of America at http://www.adaa.org "...The Anxiety Disorders Association of America (ADAA) is the only national, non-profit organization solely dedicated to informing the public, healthcare professionals and legislators that anxiety disorders are real, serious and treatable. .."
Calm Clinic at http://www.calmclinic.com/ In this website, you will find all the information you need to start managing your anxiety, completely free. There is plenty of information here that will make a positive impact on your life, provided you read it and use it!
Counselor at http://www.counselor.org/ "...-Largest informational database containing information on mental health news and resources..."
Designed Thinking has a lot of resources for psychological disorders
Depression Help and Resourcces - Novo Vitae at http://www.zizzoo.com/guides/depression "...was founded to help people work through depression. While we are not a replacement for physicians or other trained professionals, we do offer a unique perspective on depression. Our guide was written on the back of personal experience and the desire to help others. .."
eMedicine Consumer Health's Mental Health Pages has a number of good resources - web and articles
Get Help for Depression
at www.gethelpfordepression.info/ "This site helps people
find out if their depression has an underlying biological cause by providing
questionnaires for 13 different causes of depression. "
Good Therapy a leading online therapist directory and educational resource for information about therapy, counseling, and psychology related topics.
Healing Disability at http://www.copingskills.net is a site by Arthur Soissons-Segal, Ph.D. in Psychology. "...My mission is to help individuals with physical and/or emotional limitations learn how to cope with themselves and others, while improving their quality of life..."
Help for Depression at http://www.helpfordepression.com/ "provides a very comprehensive explanation of the various approaches and treatments for depression as a critical starting point for individuals and/or their loved ones. "
The Internet Mental Health site at http://www.mentalhealth.com is a superb and comprehensive site on all aspects of mental health, with a wide range of links and resources.
JaredStory.comat http://www.jaredstory.com and a companion page about Jared ( a heart-wrenching piece that makes Dickens' seem like slapstick comedy) at Abused by the System is a memorial site with Grief and Suicide Prevention resources.
Marriage Counseling at http://www.marriagemax.com/ provides free help and advice from Mort Fertel, an alternative to counseling.
Marriage & Family Therapists at http://family-marriage-counseling.com/ "...provides therapists and marriage counselors in the US, as well as marriage counseling alternatives, articles, books, and live phone counseling...
The Mental Health Net site at http://www.mentalhelp.net/ is dedicated to educating the public about mental health, wellness, and family and relationship issues and concerns. Designed and maintained by Clinical Psychologists since 1995, the site includes news, articles, reviewed links, interactive tests, book reviews, self-help resources, and more.
Metanoia The ABC's Of Internet Therapy at http://www.metanoia.org/imhs offers a list of online therapists with tips on how to pick one and what to expect.
My Bridge 4 Life at https://www.mybridge4life.com/ is a wellness network for patients, caregivers, supporters, and healthcare professionals
Prevent Suicide at http://www.preventsuicide.net/ "...Information to help educate the public on Suicide... ...textual information resource in order to educate and direct the browser to suicide hot-linesand other organizations..."
Relationship Forums at http://talkaboutmarriage.com/ Help and support for marriage and relationship problems from a large, friendly community
Selfhelp Magazine at http://www.selfhelpmagazine.com is "...the Internet's oldest and largest self-help & psychology network, developed by hundreds of volunteer professionals as a labor of love. Our mission is to provide you with reliable, trusted information and respectful, social support communities."
The Self Help and Psychology Magazine at http://www.shpm.com has a lot of excellent resources - and a page of hilarious "psychtoons" you're sure to get a chuckle out of.
Self-Help Zone at http://www.selfhelpzone.com is a "...source of information on self help, self improvement and personal growth. It has over 500 articles on personal development, covering topics such as self confidence, goal setting, motivation, success and finding your purpose in life..."
Special Needs Family Fun at http://www.specialneedsfamilyfun.com "offers family fun and special needs resources to enhance the quality and fun of family life for families with disabilities." I added this as this site helps promote mental health.
Therapist and Drug Rehabs is a great site : "...TherapistUnlimited.com is a National directory of centers and counseling services for those seeking help with family and marriage counseling, or treatment for substance abuse, mental and physical disorders, and more..."
Therapy/Counseling at http://www.therapycounseling.com/ "...is free for users to use and is a great source of information for the general public regarding instant mental health advice and telehealth, .also Therapist, Psychotherapy, and Psychologist access..." This site is joint with Doctor, an excellent site for consultations and information, and Physician.:A web resource for health care that is updated daily with information about achieving a healthy lifestyle. It works in accordance with New Doctor, Therapy Counseling, and Nutriant.: and Nutrition "...*Listings of licensed Nutrition and Healthy living Experts- All 50 US States- Every Medical Specialty * Blogging information * Medical news around the country * Instant Telemedicine Connection with no long distance or Minutes usage charges. Any where in the world on your own Phone..."
YourMarriageCounselor.com at http://www.yourmarriagecounselor.com/ "...Visit YourMarriageCounselor.com for marriage counseling information by Dr. Marty Tashman, a respected therapist in the field."... Also has Addiction counseling.
== MOBILITY IMPAIRMENTS & NEUROLOGICAL CONDITIONS
==OCCUPATIONAL, MASSAGE, PHYSICAL & RECREATIONAL THERAPY
More Coming
American Occupational Therapy Association, Inc. at http://www.aota.org "...The American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) is the national professional association established in 1917 to represent the interests and concerns of occupational therapy practitioners and students of occupational therapy and to improve the quality of occupational therapy services..."
American Therapeutic Recreation Association at http://www.atra-tr.org/ "...The mission of the American Therapeutic Recreation Association is to serve as a member driven association that collectively supports the recreational therapy profession..."
How To Become A Physical Therapist at http://www.howtobecomeaphysicaltherapist.org/ "...an unbiased and updated list of every school that offers a Physical Therapist Degree in the US."
Massage Therapy Guide at http://www.massage-therapy-guide.com/ "...Information on Massage therapy and various massage techniques like body massage, deep tissue massage, Swedish massage, Thai massage, therapeutic massage and sports massage. Information on different massage oils, lotions and massage equipment. .."
P.T. Cntral at http://www.ptcentral.com/ "...the interactive web site that serves as a Physical Therapy "Central," being a one stop source of PT information and services..."
Therapeutic Recreation Directory at http://www.recreationtherapy.com provides extensive resources for both professionals and clients.
== OTHER DISABILITIES AND CONDITIONS on a separate page due to size
==SPORTS & RECREATION with lots of resources - on a separate page due to size - ALSO SEE "TRAVEL" BELOW.
==TECHNOLOGY (on a separate page)
Military Schools at http:www.militaryschools.us "...Teen military school is an institution for helping troubled youth and serves many different purposes for teens throughout the country...."
Boot Camps for Troubled Teens at http://www.boot-camp-boot-camps.com Boot Camps is a site dedicated to help troubled teens, provide information to parents with troubled teens on juvenile boot camps for troubled teens, and juvenile boot camp alternatives.
Troubled Teens at http://www.troubledteens.us "...We are dedicated to helping parents identify problems with their children. We offer a valuable resource for parents and comprehensive information on several diseases, problems and more regarding teens. ..."
More Coming
Of course, I would be stupid if I didn't include my own Travel page
ACCESS2AFRICA SAFARIS at http://access2africasafaris.co.za/ "...a South African based Safari Tour Operator specializing in the mobility impaired in the region of KwazuluNatal from Durban along the Elephant Coast to the Hluhluwe Game Reserve,The second largest and world renowned Game Reserve. There are very few operators that cater for the disabled to this part of South Africa in Kwazulu Natal..."
Accessibe Holidays at http://www.wheelchairaccessibleholidayhomesfordisabledpeople.com/ We proudly present to you our holiday home adapted for disabled people and wheelchair users in Hua Hin , Thailand and other exotic places.
All About Disabled Travel at http://www.allaboutdisabledtravel.com is more than just travel. They are: Twin Peaks Press and the Disability Bookshop and Disability Bookshop Catalog. Check them out!
Accessible Florida Viat llas at http://www.accessiblefloridavillas.com offers just that for vacation getaways.
Airstream Travel http://www.airstreamtravel.com Arranges cruises and other travel packages that include cruises and resort stays in the Caribbean with kidney dialysis.
Baan Khun Daeng: Accessible Holidays in Northern Thailand at http://members.ams.chello.nl/danblokker/index.html "Baan Khun Daeng" offer people with a physical disability an accessible place to stay. On top of that "Khun Daeng" has extensive experience and knowledge about the organising of nice/interesting trips/activities doable by wheelchair users because "Khun Daeng" (The Thai nick-name of Karsten Blokker (40)) is a wheelchair user himself, who lives in Thailand since 1995 and speaks the Thai language almost fluent. "
Cornucopiia 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) - including an excellent page on Traveling with a Disability
Disability Holidays Guide at http://www.disabilityholidaysguide.com/ "Disability holidays and accessible accommodation for disabled people, find wheelchair holidays, mobility equipment hire and disability travel advice "
Disabledholidays4u at http://www.disabledholidays4u.com/ "...a new disabled holiday's directory where travelers with low mobility can find all services related to accessibility."
Epic Enabled at http://www.epic-enabled.com "We offer exciting accessible, overland, camping & adventure safaris in Southern Africa to the physically disabled traveller at affordable prices.
Environmental Traveling Companions at http://www.etctrips.org "...opens the beauty and challenge of outdoor adventures to people with special needs. ..'
La Esperanza Oasis, a Mediterranean resort that caters to the international wheelchair traveler (NOTE: it takes time to load).
Medical Travel, Inc. at http://www.medicaltravel.org is a Full Service Medical Travel Agency that caters to people with Special Medical Needs. Our office is able to provide Accessible Disney Vacations in Florida, Accessible Van Rentals and Sales, Worldwide Oxygen Rentals, Dialysis Cruises and much more.
Orlando Scooter Rental at http://orlandotouristinformationbureau.com/other/wheelchair.htm "...Orlando Wheelchair & Scooter Rentals with weekly scooter rates from $180 . Second week only $100 with free delivery on all Orlando & Kissimmee scooter and wheelchair rentals..."
Safari Guide Africa at http://safariguideafrica.com "Get advice on African Safaris and Safari Parks on the continent. If you have ever dreamt of taking a safari in Africa, this is the place to find in-depth reviews of top safari lodges and advice written by well-traveled safari experts..." and for travelers with disABILITIES, check out Safaris for the disABLED
Scootarama at http://www.scootarama.com "We specialize in ecv and scooter rentals in Orlando, Florida for use in Disney World, Universal and Seaworld."
Travel Advice for people with disabilities (an expanded version of a feature article I wrote for the March 29, 1989 Sunday Pittsburgh Press)
Undiscovered Britain and Ireland at http://www.undiscoveredbritain.com is a commercial site for an excellent Philadelphia, PA, USA-based (local to me) agency specializing in travel to the UK and Ireland for persons with disabilites and/or mobility problems.
Wheelchair Accessible Holiday Homes at http://www.wheelchairaccessibleholidayhomesfordisabledpeople.com/ offers short and longer term rentals of 6 person accssible (handicapped and friends/family in Hungary, France, Holland, and Thailand.
Wheelchairs on the Go: Accessible Fun in Florida at http://www.wheelchairsonthhego.com "...is a hot new travel guide for Florida's visitor and resident with a physical disability or handicap..." and includes a good Links page.
You can't beat the World Association of Persons with disAbilities for their Travel Resources Pages
== WOMEN WITH DISABILITIES(all Updated and expanded on 11/23/11) ANY ADDITIONS WELCOME THROUGH E-MAIL at alexbrejcha@yahoo.com
Abuse and Stalking:
NO NONSENSE SELF-DEFENSE Stalking page at http://www.nononsenseselfdefense.com/stalking.html offers lots of resources
Turning Points Network at http://www.free-to-soar.org/ "...Turning Points Network strives to end all forms of domestic abuse, sexual assault and stalking in our community by enhancing the safety and well-being of individuals and families through empowerment and advocacy;.."
Breast Cancer:
The Breast Cancer Fund at http://www.breastcancerfund.org strives to be sure women with breast cancer get all information needed.
The Breast Cancer Lighthouse at http://commtechlab.msu.edu/sites/bcl is a powerful virtual support group with indepth user-friendly medical information.
Breast Health Access for Women With Disabilities at http://www.bhawd.org provides a good resource.
National Alliance of Breast Cancer Organizations at http://www.nabco.org -- name sort of says it all.
National Women's Health Information Center at http://4women.gov is a good starting point
Eating Disorders:
Hope for Healing Eating Disorder page at http://www.hopeforhealing.org/ed.html has a lot of good information.
The National Institute of Mental Health's Eating Disorders page at http://www.athealth.com/Add_EatingDisorder.html is a superbmulti-faceted resource page.
Other issues:
The Body Mind Queendom site at http://www.queendom.com/index1.html is an excellent site on mental and physical health, and is part of the Women's Health and Wellbeing Web Ring.
Coping With Endometriosisisn't a disability issue in the classical sense, but for a woman dealing with it, that distinction is a moot point. So here is a link to a good site with information at http://www.endometriosis.org/coping.html
Femina at http://www.femina.com is an excellent search engine on womens' isses, and under Health and Wellness there are links to some disability issues
Menstrual Problems : Time to stop suffering! at http://www.menstrualproblems.org/ offers valuable help.
National Women's Health Information Center at http://4women.gov is a good starting point.
Oxygen has a good Health page at http://www.oxygen.com/health
The Rape Recovery Help and Information Page at http://www.hopeforhealing.org provides good resources.
Turner's Syndrome Society of the United States at .http://www.turnersyndrome.org provides information and support to Turner's women, and parents of Turner's girls.. And is the Genetics Home Reference Turner's Syndrome page
and.. not disability related, but for extensive resources,
Women's Health
Base provides a comprehensive look and explanation of the various topics
that concern women. We discuss everything from menopause to relationships,
tailored in a way most informative and helpful to women.
and a goernment site: Womenshealth.gov
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