Disability Resources - all links sorted by name
Links in this category: 498. Newest link in this category: 2020-11-17
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| CCS Disability Action Provides services to people with disabilities and their families/whanau and caregivers throughout New Zealand. CCS believes in building a better world for people with disabilities and works in partnership with people with disabilities and their families in ways which encourages independence. Services include family support, early childhood services, recreation services, adult training and independent living services, computer services, information services and the Mobility Parking Scheme, a parking scheme for people with disabilities. CCS also has a disability awareness programme - Kids Up the Road - which, using the medium of puppets, and visits most schools throughout New Zealand. https://www.ccsdisabilityaction.org.nz/ | New Zealand, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Disability Advocacy NSW DA believes that people with a disability have the same rights (and responsibilities) as people who do not have a disability. DA’s core purpose is to ensure that people with a disability realise these rights in practice by advocating with and for them. https://da.org.au/ | Australia, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| SAFINA ENGLISH SCHOOL FOR BLIND TO HELP DISABLED PEOPLE TO STUDY, LIVE AND WORK IN GOOG CONDITION https://www.afrikafreundeskreis.de/ | Tanzania, English language, Link checked 2020-03 |
| the Surrey Independent Living Council Disabled People in Surrey can now use services funded by Surrey County Council and run by S.I.L.C. to support themselves to live independently in the community. http://www.surreyilc.org.uk/ | United Kingdom, English language, Link checked 2020-03 |
| VbA-München - erbund behinderter Arbeitgeber - Selbstbestimmt Leben http://www.vba-muenchen.de/ | Germany, German language, Link checked 2020-03 |
| ZSL - Erlangen Das ZSL e.V. ist aus der Behinderteninitative StIB e.V. entstanden und wurde 1988 gegründet. Bereits ein Jahr später begann mit zwei MitarbeiterInnen die hauptamtliche Arbeit. https://www.zsl-erlangen.de/ | Germany, German language, Link checked 2020-03 |
| AARP Research Center Here is where you can find research results and reference information to answer your questions about a variety of subjects related to aging. https://www.aarp.org/research/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| ABILIS ABILIS is a foundation, which purpose is to give a small seed fund for projects of disabled people in developing countries. http://www.abilis.fi/ | Finland, Finnish language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| ABILIS Foundation ABILIS Foundation is a development fund, founded by Finnish disabled people in 1998. We give financial support to organisations of disabled people in the South. https://www.abilis.fi/en/ | International interest, Finland, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Abilities Expo Independent and Assisted Living Products and Services. http://www.abilitiesexpo.com/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Abilities Magazine and the Canadian Abilities Foundation (CAF) To provide information, inspiration and opportunity to people with disabilities, their friends, family and professionals working in their service while promoting their full integration into all aspects of community life. https://www.abilities.ca/ | International interest, Canada, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| AbilityHub This Assistive Technology web site is for people with a disability, and will direct you to adaptive equipment for computers. http://www.abilityhub.com/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Able Magazine Able Magazine online - the website for disabled people where ability counts https://ablemagazine.co.uk/ | United Kingdom, English language, Link checked 2020-03 |
| Abledata, Assistive Technology Information Searchable database of 19,000 assistive technology products. Site maintained for the National Institute of Disability Rehabilitation Research of the U.S. Department of Education. http://www.abledata.com/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| ABS: Aktive Behinderte in Stuttgart und Umgebung http://www.aktive-behinderte.de/ | Germany, German language, Link checked 2020-03 |
| Access Appraisals We offer advise on disability issues relating to accessibility. We also offer products to overcome access problems including wheelchair ramps and lifts https://www.wheelchair-ramps.co.uk/ | United Kingdom, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Access Medical Rehab Disability and wheel chair specialist. We provide rehab, manual and electric wheel chairs in San Diego & Orange County, California (CA). http://www.accessmedicalrehab.com/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Access Northern California To inform and educate people with disabilities and the tourism industry about accessibility. We provide thouroughly researched access information on Northern California including San Francisco, Yosemite, Lake Tahoe, Wine Country. http://www.accessnca.com/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Accessibility Guidelines Implementation Project The AGI project is designed as a way of "beta testing", in actual use on the "front lines" of web design, the WAI page author recommendations from the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C). http://hwg.org/opcenter/projects/agi/ | International interest, United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Accessible Epic Enabled Safaris - disabled adventure travel, wheelchair holidays & family tours Disabled holidays wheelchair accessible travel & tours. Family adventure camping safaris in the Kruger Park, South Africa for physically hanidcapped wheelchair travellers, Enabled, Cape Town, Johannesburg, Mpumalanga http://www.epic-enabled.com | South Africa, English language, Link checked 2020-03 |
| Accessible Journeys - Wheelchair Travel - Accessible Cruises Accessible Journeys offers and designs wheelchair travel, accessible cruises, and wheelchair tours, for slow walkers, wheelchair travelers, their families and their friends. https://www.accessiblejourneys.com/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Accessible Kiwi Tours, New Zealand http://www.toursnz.com/ | New Zealand, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Accessible Landscapes Project The Landscapes For All Project was conceived in 1990 as a logical extension of work on park and playground access. Those working with the project believe it is possible and practical to design more accessible landscapes, and that access improvements can meet the needs of a wide range of people. http://www.sfsu.edu/%7Esfsualp/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| AccessiblEurope Tourism for All We are a pool of European travel agents expert in accessible tourism services for people with special needs: people with disability, slow walkers, aged people, family parties and all the tourists needing special care! http://www.accessibleurope.com/ | Italy, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| ACE Centre (UK) The Oxford ACE Centre provides a focus for the use of technology with the communication and educational needs of young people with physical and communication difficulties. https://acecentre.org.uk/ | United Kingdom, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Achievable Concepts (AU) An Australian business which supplies Adapted Recreation and Sporting Equipment for People with Disabilities and The Aged. http://www.achievableconcepts.com.au/ | Australia, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| ActiveForever.com We are a resource for Assistive Devices which help people maintain their independence. Due to limiting physical conditions, many people find themselves less able to cope with everyday tasks and hobbies. We help you live "Life without Limitations". Our Assistive Devices aid in the essentials of daily living: Bath Safety, Dressing Aids, Mobility Aids, Home Health Care, Kitchen Aids and much more. And let's not forget Exercise Therapy, Low Vision and Arthritis Relief. Our goal is to give friendly, prompt, personalized service. Most orders placed before 2:00PM Mountain Standard time are shipped the same day, (Monday through Friday). https://www.activeforever.com/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Adaptive Computer Products Includes links under the categories of: Guides to Adaptive Technologies, Transparent Hardware Interfaces, Computer Access Software, Input Devices/Switches, Augmentative Communication Devices, Speech Recognition/Voice Controlled Systems, Products for the Blind/Visually Impaired, Possible Funding Sources/Low Cost, Assistive Technology Programs, Books to Buy!, and Other. http://www.eskimo.com/~jlubin/disabled/c.. | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Adaptive Access Handicapped remodeling and wheelchair accessible construction for Houston area homes and businesses. Features services and contact information. http://www.adaptiveaccess.com | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Adaptive Access complete home renovation and accessible modifications. ADA and Tas compliance for business. http://www.adaptiveaccess.com/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Adaptive Environments Center Promotes accessibility through education programs, technical assistance, training, consulting, publications and design advocacy. http://www.adaptiveenvironments.org/ | International interest, United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Adaptive Environments Center to promote,facilitate, and advocate for international adoption of policies,programs and designs that enable every individua, regardless of age or ability to participate fully in all aspects of society. Adaptive Environments developed and manages the Universal design Education Project (see web site) and is also the New England Center for Americans with Disabilites Act (ADA) technical assistance. Also works on the ADA in public schools. http://www.adaptenv.org/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Adaptive Technology Center for the Blind (ATCB) The ATCB is a dedicated computer trainer and Braille transcriber Center focusing on the needs of students and professionals in Ethiopia who are blind or visually impaired http://www3.sympatico.ca/tamru/ | Ethiopia, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| AEGEE - European Students' Association Founded in Paris in 1985, with local branches in approximately 170 European cities and about 22,500 members. Includes news, events, projects, networking, and meeting information. https://www.aegee.org/ | International interest, Belgium, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| AFS Intercultural Programs USA AFS provides international exchanges through homestays for US and international youth, high school students, college students and educators in over 50 countries. AFS is committed to provide increased access to their programs to groups that are traditionally underserved and underrepresented in exchange programs including young people with disabilities. https://afs.org/ | International interest, United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| AHEAD, the Association for Higher Education Access and Disability AHEAD, the Association for Higher Education Access and Disability, is an independent non-profit organisation working to promote full access to and participation in third level education for students with disabilities in Ireland. https://www.ahead.ie/ | International interest, Ireland, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| AIESEC International Holland AIESEC is an international, non-political, non-profit, student-run, independent, educational foundation. It is comprised of students and recent graduates of institutions of higher education who are interested in economics and management. AIESEC does not discriminate on the basis of race, colours, sex, sexual orientation, creed, Religion, national or ethnic origin. AIESEC administers exchange programs for college students and recent graduates designed to promote cultural understanding and enhancement of professional skills. https://aiesec.org/ | International interest, Netherlands, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| All Walks Of Life Works to prevent violence against people with disabilities. We accomplish our purpose by collecting data, providing education, publishing reports and working with other like-minded individuals and organizations. http://www.awol-texas.org/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Allgohere.com Directory of mainstream disability-friendly primarily UK hotels and a guide to the disability policies of major world airlines. http://www.allgohere.com/ | United Kingdom, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| alzheimers.net - Your Alzheimer's Community If you know someone with Alzheimer's disease or have been diagnosed yourself, this is your community. alzheimers.net grew out of the need to have a social network that will be a respite, a resource and a way to connect with others who share a common bond. Get authoritative, up-to-date resources and advice from professionals with expertise about Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. https://www.alzheimers.net/ | International interest, United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| American Amputee Soccer Association The American Amputee Soccer Association provides an opportunity for recreational soccer programs for men, women and children on the local and regional levels, and competitive programs to the international and Amputee World Cup Levels. http://www.ampsoccer.org/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| American Council of the Blind Provides general information about the Council, including recent issues of our monthly publication, The Braille Forum. https://www.acb.org/ | International interest, United States, Link checked 2020-11 |
| American Disabled for Attendant Programs Today (ADAPT) We are fighting so people with disabilities can live in the community with real supports instead of being locked away in nursing homes and other institutions. https://adapt.org/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| American Jewish World Service USA The American Jewish World Service provides international service opportunities throughout the world through their Jewish Volunteer Corps program. https://ajws.org/ | International interest, United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Americans with Disabilities Act - Information and Technical Assistance The ADA Home Page provides access to Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) regulations for businesses and State and local governments, technical assistance materials, ADA Standards for Accessible Design, links to Federal agencies with ADA responsibilities and information, updates on new ADA requirements, information about Department of Justice ADA settlement agreements and enforcement activities and access to Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) ADA material. https://www.ada.gov/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| AmeriGlide Stair Lifts AmeriGlide Stair Lifts, Vertical Lifts, Wheelchair Lifts, Dumbwaiters and Elevators https://www.ameriglide.com/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-03 |
| Apeirons,Centre for Independent Living To work together to encourage and support people with disabilities to live independent lives, to take an active part in society and to exercise their human and civil rights. We are an organisation of people with disabilities and their friends. Through the Centre for Independent Living we provide information and advice on a wide range of issues. We run support groups and occasional seminars and training sessions. We also involve people with disablities in integrated activities, including summer camps https://www.apeirons.lv/ | Latvia, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Apple - Accessibility Mac OS X operating system includes a wide variety of features and technologies specifically designed to provide accessibility to users with disabilities. https://www.apple.com/accessibility/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Armchair World Disability-accessible tours. http://www.armchair.com/tour/hc/handcap... | International interest, United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| ASL - Association for Self-determined Life of seriously disabled people - Berlin Center for Independent Living in Berlin. Site in German and English. https://asl-berlin.de/ | Germany, German language, Link checked 2020-03 |
| Association for International Practical Training The AIPT administers a wide range of student, business and professional training/cultural exchanges between the U.S. and other countries. AIPT encourages persons with disabilities interested in international practical experience to apply. http://www.aipt.org/ | International interest, United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Association for Spina Bifida & Hydrocephalus To give help and advice to people with spina bifida and/or hydrocephalus and their families http://www.asbah.org/ | United Kingdom, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Association for the Help of Retarded Children (AHRC) A voluntary organization founded in 1949 by parents who were determined to forever change society's traditional disregard for the needs of their children with mental retardation. https://www.ahrcsuffolk.org/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Association of Birth Defect Children, Inc. Information to parents and professionals about all kinds of birth defects, resources, support groups and environmental exposures that may cause birth defects. https://www.birthdefects.org/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Association of University Centers on Disabilities Home Page The Association of University Centers on Disabilities (formerly the American Association of University Affiliated Programs for Persons with Developmental Disabilities) is a 501(c) non-profit organization that promotes and supports the national network of university centers on disabilities. http://www.aucd.org/ | International interest, United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Autistic Singapore Autism Awareness website: unique autistic perspective & free autism resources Autistic Singapore Autism Awareness website: free autism tests, research, books and autistic resources. http://iautistic.com | Link checked 2020-11 |
| Autonom Leben e.V - Selbstbestimmtes Leben für alle behinderten Menschen http://www.autonomleben.de/ | Germany, German language, Link checked 2020-03 |
| AUTONOMIA http://wal.autonomia.org | France, French language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| AXIS Dance Company AXIS Dance Company¹s primary mission is to create and perform high quality contemporary dance that is developed through the collaboration of dancers with and without disabilities. AXIS teaches dance and educates about collaboration and disability through community outreach and education programs. AXIS is committed to promoting and supporting this form of dance locally, nationally and internationally. https://www.axisdance.org/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| B.M. Brantman, INc. We produce the BeasyTrans Easy Transfer System. The BeasyTrans is a portable no-lift transfer system designed to transfer individuals from a wheelchair to an automobile, bed, commode or shower bench in a safe, easy and dignified manner http://www.beasytrans.com/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Bahá'í International Community - Human Rights and Disability Statement to the fortieth session of the United Nations Sub-Commission on Prevention of Discrimination and Protection of Minorities, Agenda item 7: human rights and disability. http://www.bic-un.bahai.org/88-0806.htm | International interest, United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law The Bazelon Center conducts legal and policy advocacy to protect children and adults with mental disabilities from discrimination and promote their full participation in community life. http://www.bazelon.org/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| BBC - Ouch! Disability Magazine - News, Opinion, Features, Humour Ouch! - the BBC's disability magazine, containing columnists, features, weblogs, podcast, news, opinions and chat community. Razor sharp, reflecting the experiences of disabled people. http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/blogs/ouch/ | International interest, United Kingdom, English language, Link checked 2020-03 |
| BIZEPS - Behindertenberatungszentrum - Zentrum für Selbstbestimmtes Leben https://www.bizeps.or.at/ | Austria, German language, Link checked 2020-03 |
| Blind Childrens Center The Blind Childrens Center has information and publications for parents and professionals working with blind and handicapped children. http://www.blindcntr.org/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Blind Foundation New Zealand Information about New Zealand Foundation of the Blind, blindness issues, Guide Dog Services, Library and Information Services for the Blind, Equipment for Blind people https://blindfoundation.org.nz/ | New Zealand, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Brain Injury Association of New Hampshire The Brain Injury Association of New Hampshire is a private, non-profit, family and consumer run organization representing over 5000 New Hampshire residents with acquired brain disorders and stroke. The BIANH was founded in 1983 by NH parents seeking to bring home their brain injured children from out of state nursing homes. https://bianh.org/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Breathing Easy: A Guide for Travelers with Pulmonary Disabilities Articles, tips, and advice about traveling with oxygen, including all the regulations for the safe transport of oxygen. http://www.breathineasy.com/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| British Deaf Association (BDA) The BDA works to ensure that Deaf people using sign language have the same rights as other citizens. https://bda.org.uk/ | United Kingdom, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Business Disability Forum Business Disability Forum is a not-for-profit member organisation that makes it easier and more rewarding to do business with and employ disabled people. https://businessdisabilityforum.org.uk/ | International interest, United Kingdom, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Byron Bay Rainforest Resort the Wheel Resort P/L to provide excellent accommodation in a natural enviroment welcoming everyone http://www.rainforestresort.com.au/ | Australia, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| California Foundation for Independent Living Centers The purpose of the California Foundation for Independent Living Centers (CFILC) is to collaborate with and increase the capacity of California's Independent Living Centers to create access and integration for people with disabilities. CFILC's mission is to support independent living centers in their local communities through advocating for systems change and promoting access and integration for people with disabilities. CFILC is a statewide, non-profit organization made up of more than two dozen Independent Living Centers. Through unified action, CFILC envisions civil rights for all people with disabilities. https://cfilc.org/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Can-Do Musos Can Do Musos want to provide guidance and hope to all musicians with challenges. Music is empowering and has no limitations and everyone should have a chance at their dreams. Having a "Can Do attitude" is the first step toward success! http://www.candomusos.com/ | Australia, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Canada Revenu Agency - People with disabilities Information for people with disabilities on such topics as medical expenses, tax credits, deductions, benefits, services, forms, publications, etc. http://www.ccra-adrc.gc.ca/disability/ | International interest, Canada, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Canadian Council of the Blind - A Lack of Sight is not a lack of vision The CCB is an organization not FOR the blind but OF the blind. A board of directors who are blind and visually impaired governs the CCB, and as a result, there is a special sensitivity to the needs of the blind community. https://ccbnational.net/ | Canada, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Canadian Council on Rehabilitation Through partnerships, innovation, advocacy and education, CCRW strives to open up the workforce and to promote and support meaningful and equitable employment of people with disabilities. https://www.ccrw.org/ | Canada, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Canadian National Institute for the Blind (CNIB) A voluntary, not-for-profit rehabilitation agency that provides services for people who are blind, visually impaired and deafblind. The CNIB’s primary goal is to empower its clients to participate fully in a sighted world. http://www.cnib.ca/ | Canada, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Canix http://Canix.org/ | Spain, Spanish language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| CDS International, inc usa CDS International, Inc. is a non-profit organization with international practical training opportunities for inbound/outbound young professionals, students, educators, as well as labor, business and government representatives. http://www.cdsintl.org/ | International interest, United States, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Center for Computer Assistance to the Disabled (C-CAD) Mission: To serve the disabled community and those interested in the field of adaptive technology. http://www.c-cad.org/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Center for Disability Resources Library at University of South Carolina The CDR Library consists of books, videos, brochures, and audiotapes covering a variety of disability-related topics. http://uscm.med.sc.edu/CDR/ | International interest, United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Center for Persons with Disabilities at Utah University Utah's University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities Education, Research, and Service, the Center for Persons with Disabilities engages in innovative and responsive activities. https://cpd.usu.edu/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Center for Social Change Our mission is to provide support services to individuals with mental retardation, and other developmental disabilities. Our activities include residential support services, vocational & supported employment services to children and adults in the community, and research. https://centerforsocialchange.org/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Centre for Accessible Environments The Centre for Accessible Environments is committed to the provision of buildings and places which are accessible to all users, including disabled and older people, and to the enhancement of quality in design. It is a technical information training and consultancy resource for the construction industry, providers of goods and services, the care professions and disabled people. https://cae.org.uk/ | United Kingdom, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Centre for Independent Living in Toronto CILT operates on the philosophy of the Independent Living movement which was developed in response to traditional rehabilitation services models. CILT's aim is to develop and implement dignified social services that empower individuals rather than create dependencies. We encourage people with disabilities to take control of their own lives by exercising their right to examine options, make choices, take risks and even make mistakes. https://www.cilt.ca/ | Canada, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Certec Certec is a division of the Department of Design Sciences at the Lund Institute of Technology, the engineering faculty of Lund University. The aim of our research and courses is to contribute to improved opportunities for people with disabilities by developing more usable technical devices, new design concepts, and new individual methods of learning and searching. http://www.certec.lth.se/english/ | Sweden, Swedish language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Children's International Summer Villages USA Children's International Summer Villages is a non-profit volunteer organization that works towards understanding and appreciation of different cultures. They offer four programs that are designed for children ages 11-18. CISV has had minimal experience with integrating persons with disabilities into the programs, but has sponsored several camps exclusively for people who are Deaf. https://cisvusa.org/ | International interest, United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Choices and Rights Disability Coalition Choices and Rights Disability Coalition(CARDC) are an organisation exclusively run by disabled people in the Hull and East Riding area. We believe that the best experts on the needs of disabled people, are disabled people themselves. https://choicesandrights.org.uk/ | United Kingdom, English language, Link checked (2020-11/2020-03 |
| Christian Care Foundation: for Children with Disabilities in Thailand Christian Care Foundation for Children with Disabilities in Thailand (CCD) has been providing care and support abandoned children with disabilities, regardless of gender, nationality, creed or religion, since 1986. http://www.ccdthailand.org/ | Thailand, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| CIL The Centre For Independent Living, Belfast (CIL) is an organisation of disabled people working to support disabled people's right to have choice and control in their lives and to take an active part in the community in which they live. CIL aim to promote the philosophy of independent living and raise awareness about Direct Payments as an option for disabled people to achieve independence. http://www.cilbelfast.org/ | United Kingdom, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| CIS Study Abroad in Australia, New Zealand, England, Sweden, Scotland, Ireland, Italy and Spain The Center for International Studies, is a global education organization dedicated to offering study abroad experiences to students who have a high school diploma. Cis has offices in Sweden (www.cis.nu) and Boston - US. https://www.cisabroad.com/ | International interest, United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Citizens for Accessible Neighbourhoods - Lower Mainland, Metro Vancouver, BC, Canada C.A.N is a non-profit society promoting universal access to infomation, buildings, public spaces and adapted sports. Accessibility issues, spotlights, info on local events and contact details. https://www.canbc.org/ | International interest, Canada, English language, Link checked 2020-03 |
| Community Living North Halton The mission of Community Living North Halton is to provide supports and services to individuals with developmental disabilities and to enhance their personal growth and inclusion in the community of North Halton (Milton, Georgetown and Acton). Programs include Supported Independent Living, Supported Employment, Respite Services, Residential Services, Lifeskills and more. http://www.clnh.on.ca | Canada, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Conductive Education Online The Conductive Education Website is a resource for the worldwide community of Conductive Education and is provided by The Foundation for Conductive Education https://conductive-education.org.uk/ | International interest, United Kingdom, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Council of Canadians with Disabilities The Council of Canadians with Disabilities advocates at the federal level to improve the lives of men and women with disabilities in Canada, by eliminating inequality and discrimination. Our members include national, regional and local advocacy organizations that are controlled by persons with disabilities. CCD is a team of people with disabilities, deeply committed to the principles of self-help and consumer advocacy. http://www.ccdonline.ca/ | Canada, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Council on Quality and Leadership The Council on Quality and Leadership is an international non-profit organization dedicated to advancing the quality of service. http://www.thecouncil.org/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Creative studio Independent cinema studio as way to Independent Living. Disabled people are featured in movies to change everyone's attitudes to disability in Russia http://www.esmarchfilm.narod.ru/eng/inde.. | Russia, English language, Link checked 2020-03 |
| Crutch Specialist - Thomas Fetterman Inc. As a long term crutch-user (polio), Thomas Fetterman has fashioned a hi-tech line of ultralite crutches, 'articulating' crutchtips and 50+ accessories designed to improve a user's prospects for mobility and independance. https://www.fetterman-crutches.com/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| CSID - Center for Services and Information on Disability A Center for Services, Research and Information Exchange. http://www.csid-bd.com/ | Bangladesh, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Dan Windheim - Life with Traumatic Brain Injury A Resource for Survivors http://www.tbilife.com/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-03 |
| Danish Centre for Accessibility / Dansk Center for Tilgængelighed The Danish Centre for Accessibility (DCFT) is a national, self-governing centre, established in 1996. The background was the government’s signing of the UN Standard Rules on the Equalization of Opportunities for Persons with Disabilities. http://www.sbi.dk/tilgaengelighed | Denmark, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Danish Disability Council (DSI) DSI was founded in 1934 and has 29 national member organisations representing more than 300,000 people with disabilities in Denmark. DSI is the only Danish umbrella organisation in the disability field. https://dch.dk/ | Denmark, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Das Zentrum für Selbstbestimmtes Leben (ZsL) e.V in Mainz Das Zentrum für Selbstbestimmtes Leben (ZsL) e.V in Mainz bietet Beratung von behinderten Menschen und leistet inhaltliche sowie praktische Arbeit zur Gleichstellung. https://zsl-mainz.de/ | Germany, German language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| DateAble, Inc. dating organization DateAble is a not-for-profit communal and dating organization to help combat the isolation and social discrimination often experienced by people with physical and mental disabilities. DateAble accomplishes our mission by having social events, educational seminars and matchmaker on staff. http://www.dateable.org/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| DAWN Canada DAWN Canada is a national organization controlled by and comprised of women who self identify as women with disabilities. We are from all backgrounds and all disabilities. We are a feminist organization working to achieve control over our lives and end the stereotype that labels us dependent burdens on society. Our Network began in 1985. Our Society Status was received in 1992. https://www.dawncanada.net/ | Canada, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Die Lebeneshilfe Wien Lebenshilfe Wien is the Vienna Parents Association for Persons with Intellectual (Developmental) Disabilities. It is founded and run by parents and advocates. It works for the inclusion of persons with intellectual disabilities in all ages and all levels of society. It both provides services (parent-to-parent counselling, toy library, advocacy, workshops, group homes and independent living support) and support and advocacy for persons with intellectual disabilities. It is part of our national network, Lebenshilfe Austria, and Inclusion International, the International League of Socities for Persons with Mental Handicap. http://www.dielebenshilfe.at/ | Austria, German language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Direct Learn Provides training, consultancy and other services to education in the UK and abroad. We specialise in issues around online learning, information and learning technology, accessibility and disability. http://www.directlearn.co.uk/ | United Kingdom, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Disabilities Studies for Teachers at the Syracuse University Center on Human Policy. Lesson plans and materials designed to help teachers integrate disability studies into social studies, history, literature, and related subjects in grades 6-12 http://www.disabilitystudiesforteachers... | International interest, United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Disability Action Disability Action has six offices. It's Head Quarters and Transport office in Belfast, and four local offices in Derry, Dungannon, Carrickfergus and Newry. Services include information & policy, employment and training support, capacity building, training on disability issues, transport and mobility assessment. https://www.disabilityaction.org/ | United Kingdom, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Disability Connections DACIL advances the independence, self-determination, and participation of persons with disabilities in all areas of community life� http://www.dcilmi.org | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| disAbility Cornwall & Isles of Scilly We are a values based, user-led charitable company with a mission to represent, include, support and empower people living with a long term health condition or disability, their families and carers in Cornwall & the Isles of Scilly. We also support community organisations and businesses to develop more inclusive approaches to meeting the needs of their clients and customers. https://www.disabilitycornwall.org.uk/ | United Kingdom, English language, Link checked (2020-11/2020-03 |
| Disability Information for Students and Professionals A website for students that are studying in the field of disability, as well as professionals working within it. https://www.abilityinfo.com/ | International interest, Canada, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Disability Network Inc. An information highway for the disabled and their families. http://www.disabilitynetwork.com/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Disability rights (AU) The home page of Disability Rights policy and projects within the Australian Human Rights and Equal Opportunity Commission. Here you can find a range of resources and links on disability rights and discrimination issues. https://www.humanrights.gov.au/our-work/.. | Australia, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Disability Rights Advocates A non-profit law firm that specializes in class action disability law. Our main purpose is to advance the status of people with disabilities. https://dralegal.org/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Disability Social History Project The Disability History Project is a community history project and we welcome your participation. This is an opportunity for disabled people to reclaim our history and determine how we want to define ourselves and our struggles. http://www.disabilityhistory.org/dshp.ht.. | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Disability Wales - Anabledd Cymru The national association of disability groups in Wales working to promote the rights, inclusion, equality, and support of all disabled people in Wales. http://www.dwac.demon.co.uk/ | United Kingdom, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Disability WebLinks - Réseau handicap Disability WebLinks is "a collaborative Federal/Provincial/Territorial project undertaken by Ministers responsible for Social Services and developed in consultation with representatives from the disability community. Human Resources Development Canada manages Disability WebLinks under the direction of the Federal/Provincial/Territorial Working Group for Benefits and Services for Persons with Disabilities." http://www.disabilityweblinks.ca/ | International interest, Canada, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Disability West Lothian Working to improve the quality of life for people with disabilities who live in West Lothian. http://www.dwl.demon.co.uk/ | United Kingdom, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| DisabilityProducts.com To provide unique, affordable products to disabled and handicapped people to allow them to live a more active, independent lifestyle. http://www.disabilityproducts.com | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| DisabilitySoft.com DisabilitySoft.com announces the release of Attendant Manager, a Win32 application for users of personal assistants. This software may be very helpful to many persons who use attendant care and to those who provide it. http://www.disabilitysoft.com/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Disabilitytravel. "Our web site is a show case of our programs and services for slow walkers, wheelchair travelers, their families and their friends." http://www.disabilitytravel.com/ | International interest, United States, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Disabled Businesspersons Association Assist enterprising individuals with disabilities maximize their potential in the business world, and work with vocational rehabilitation, government and business to encourage the participation and enhance the performance of the disabled in the work force, worldwide http://www.disabledbusiness.org/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Disabled Living Foundation - DLF The Disabled Living Foundation is a UK national charity working for greater independence for disabled people, providing equipment advice and information. https://www.dlf.org.uk/ | United Kingdom, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Disabled Peoples' International Disabled Peoples' International(DPI) is a network of national organizations or assemblies of disabled people, established to promote the human rights of disabled people through full participation, equalization of opportunity and development http://www.dpi.org/ | Canada, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Disabled Women on the Web Disabled Women on the Web was established by Corbett O'Toole of the Disabled Women's Alliance to provide information, resources, and support for women with disabilities to continue to CHANGE THE WORLD! http://www.disabilityhistory.org/dwa/ | International interest, United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Disabled Workers Co-operative Disabled Workers Co-operative Promotes the skills and services offered by disabled workers on a searchable database. Any disabled individual, sheltered workshop, company or organisation employing a significant number of disabled people are able to register FREE on this database. The database is FREE for anyone to use.In addition we have an eJobs portal where employers can advertise their vacancies FREE. https://www.disabledworkers.org.uk/ | United Kingdom, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| DisabledInfo.co.uk - Disabled Information For the Disabled From the Disabled From disabled product reviews to support group venues. From disabled holiday accommodation to a little humour. The disabled come together to share their experiences and their knowledge. http://www.disabledinfo.co.uk/ | United Kingdom, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| disABLEDperson.com disABLEDperson Inc. is a 501(c)(3) 509(a)(1) non profit public charity whose mission is to help reduce the near 70% unemployment rate amongst disabled Americans. http://www.disabledperson.com/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Diverge Accessible Tours DIVERGE is an animation tourism company set up to offer innovative and quality tourism in Portugal, accessible to people with reduced mobility, or in wheelchairs. http://www.accessibleportugal.com | Portugal, English language, Link checked 2020-03 |
| DO-IT Disabilities, Opportunities, Internetworking, and Technology Disabilities, Opportunities, Internetworking, and Technology at the University of Washington, Seattle, Washington, USA https://www.washington.edu/doit/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| DO-IT Menthor Programme An international online mentoring community, promoted and coordinated by Disabilities, Opportunities, Internetworking, and Technology (DO-IT) http://www.washington.edu/doit/Brochures.. | International interest, United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Education UK The official British Council website for international students looking for courses or for studying in Britain. http://www.educationuk.org/ | International interest, United Kingdom, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Emerging Horizons A consumer-oriented quarterly publication that highlights accessible B&B's, covers travel health issues, and contains resources, accessibility information and suggestions from other travelers. https://emerginghorizons.com/ | International interest, United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Emerging Horizons: Accessible travel information for wheelchair users and slow walkers Accessible Travel News. We're a consumer-oriented publication filled with information and minus the advertising. Featuring information for travelers who use wheelchairs or are slow walkers. http://candy-charles.com/ | International interest, United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Enabling Education Network A website packed full of useful, relevant information on Inclusive Education with a particular focus on economically poorer countries and practitioners. https://www.eenet.org.uk/ | International interest, United Kingdom, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Entrepreneurs with Disabilities Network https://www.entrepreneurswithdisabilitie.. | International interest, Canada, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Erasmus Student Network (ESN) Erasmus Student Network (ESN) is a European wide student organization. Its goal is to help exchange students find there way in there new city. Our network is in contact with more than 60,000 international minded students. https://www.esn.org/ | International interest, Belgium, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Estonian Association of Muscular Disorders Muscular Disorders The purpose of the Society is to raise the living standard of the muscular diseased. http://www.els.ee/index.php?page=3 | Estonia, Estonian language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| European Centre for the Development of Vocational Training CEDEFOP The European agency that helps policy-makers and practitioners of the European Commission, the Member States and social partner organisations across Europe make informed choices about vocational training policy. https://www.cedefop.europa.eu/ | International interest, Greece, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| European Commission e-Accessibility Efforts and activities done at the Commission level to overcome accessibility barriers. http://europa.eu/legislation_summaries/i.. | International interest, Belgium, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| European Network on Independent Living, ENIL promote ethos and ideals of independent living especially pas services https://enil.eu/ | International interest, Spain, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Exceptional Nurse For nurses and students with disabilities. Offers annotated links to equipment, mentors, employment, financial aid, legal issues and research. http://www.ExceptionalNurse.com/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Family Caregiver Alliance A nationally recognized information center on long-term caregiving and the lead agency in California's statewide system of Caregiver Resource Centers. https://www.caregiver.org/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Family Support Institute The Family Support Institute is a province-wide organization whose purpose is to support and strengthen families faced with the extraordinary circumstances that come with having a family member who has a disability. When your son or daughter has a disability, life often becomes different from anything you could ever have imagined. You may find yourself in a world you never knew existed, one you may be reluctant to embrace, where there are more questions than answers. The Family Support Institute is unique in Canada. It began with the help of the B.C. Association for Community Living in 1986 in response to the needs and requests of families of people with disabilities. https://familysupportbc.com/ | Canada, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| familyplacement.com https://www.familyplacement.com/ | United Kingdom, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| For Your Convenience For Your Convenience is a unique company totally dedicated to enabling independent living by solving accessibility and mobility problems in your bath, bedroom, kitchen and throughout your home. Our experienced crews can work within your budget to customize access according to your disability. https://foryourconvenience.com/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Foundation of Resources for Equality and Employment for the Disabled (FREED) As a non profit Independent Living Resource Center, our goal is to empower people with disabilities to exercise their civil rights in becoming active, productive members of our community. https://freed.org/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Fragile X Syndrome Fragile X is the #1 inherited cause of mental retardation, affecting an estimated 1 in 2000 males and 1 in 4000 females of all races. It is relatively unknown and often misdiagnosed. https://www.fraxa.org/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Freedom Scientific Freedom Scientific's mission is to change the world for people with sensory impairments and learning disabilities by creating innovative, technology based products and solutions. https://www.freedomscientific.com/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Galway Centre for Independant Living It is the Mission statement of Galway Centre for Independent Living to further the aim of giving people with disabilities the right as citizens to take control of their lives by examining choices, making decisions and even taking risks and to further the ideas of the International Independent Living Movement. We will do this by: · Recognising that people with disabilities have the civil right to run their own lives, make their own mistakes and be an active participant in their community. · The implementation of an ongoing and permanent Personal Assistant Scheme. · The acquisition of funds and resources to further our aims. · The self-development and inclusion of all our participants. · To keep the general public informed of disability issues. · The empowerment of disabled people. http://homepage.eircom.net/~galwaycil/ | Ireland, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Gentle Teaching Gentle Teaching is a way of helping people with special vulnerabilities to feel safe and loved and included in human relations. We teach parents & care-givers how to create a culture of gentleness and how to teach a person the feeling of companionship http://www.gentleteaching.nl/ | Netherlands, Dutch language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| GIL Göteborgskooperativet för Independent Living GIL är ett icke vinstdrivande kooperativ som ägs och drivs av medlemmar med funktionshinder och behov av personlig assistans. https://www.gil.se/ | Sweden, Swedish language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Gimp on the Go The Internet's premier disabilities travel publication. http://www.gimponthego.com/ | International interest, United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Gladnet - Global Applied Disability Research and Information Network on Employment and Training TThe GLADNET Association was established in 1997. It is affiliated with the ILO Disability and Work Programme. The objective of the Association is to promote disability policy and programme reform with emphasis on integrated training and employment options for working age disabled persons. http://www.gladnet.org/ | International interest, Canada, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| GLADNET - Global Applied Disability Research and Information Network on Employment and Training To promote the mainstream employment of persons with disabilities through knowledge generation, collection and dissemination on an international level. http://www.gladnet.org | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Global Service Corps Global Service Corps is a non-profit volunteer organization providing cross-cultural learning and community service adventures for adults in Costa Rica, Tanzania and Thailand. GSC encourages anyone who is deaf or hearing impaired to participate on the Thailand programs. https://globalservicecorps.org/ | International interest, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Greater Detroit Agency for the Blind and Visually Impaired Greater Detroit Agency for the Blind and Visually Impaired in Detroit, Michigan, is a non-profit agency dedicated to preventing blindness, reducing the impact of blindness, and advocating for those with severe vision loss. https://gdabvi.org/ | International interest, United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Grover Gear We manufacture and sell hard to find products for people with disabilities. We make Cushion covers, Hunting covers, and a few other products. We are a new company and our product list is expanding constantly. http://www.grovergear.com | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Handi Cap Evasion (France) - A French non-profit association, founded in 1988 in the Hautes-Alpes (France) to help physically handicapped and able-bodied people to hike together in the mountains in France and abroad. This is possible thanks to a special wheelchair called the <a href="../docs1/joelette.html" target="top">"Joëlette"</a>. The Website is in English and French. http://www.hce.asso.fr/ | International interest, France, French language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Handicappede Studerende og Kandidater En gruppe bevægelses- handicappede studerende ved Københavns Universitet, Indre By, startede i 1985 foreningen med det formål at forbedre lokale- og adgangsforholdene på Universitetet. http://www.hsknet.dk/ | Denmark, Danish language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Head Injury Hotline Founded in 1985 Head Injury Hotline offers a wealth of information, creative solutions and leadership on issues related to brain injury. BIRC provides a setting where visitors can build skills, join discussion groups, link to resources, rehab, and research sites, as well as lay and professional journals. http://www.headinjury.com/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| HFriends.com Dating site for the disabled community. Free 5-day trial membership. http://www.hfriends.com/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| HITEC Group Our mission is to provide accessibility to the consumer, in the home, in the workplace and in all public facilities. https://www.hitec.com/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Hjælpemiddelinstituttet The Danish Centre for Assistive Technology https://www.hmi.dk/ | Denmark, Danish language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Holiday Care (U.K.) Founded in 1981, we are the UK's central source of travel and holiday information and support for disabled and older people, their families, friends and carers. http://www.holidaycare.org.uk/ | International interest, United Kingdom, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Home Of Hope Home of Hope gives to the developmentally disabled an opportunity to regain and maintain dignity, and a sense of self worth. http://www.homeofhope.org/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Human rights of persons with disabilities Human Rights Education Associates (HREA) is a non-profit organisation whose main mission is to support efforts aimed at introducing human rights concepts and values into educational curricula and teaching practices. Persons with disabilities are entitled to exercise their civil, political, social, economic and cultural rights on an equal basis with others. http://www.hrea.org/index.php?base_id=15.. | International interest, United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| I Need A Holiday Too Accessible and Supported Holidays in Brittany, France run by Carl and Jacqui Alban. I Need A Holiday Too Ltd http://www.ineedaholidaytoo.com | France, English language, Link checked 2020-03 |
| Idealist.org - Action Without Borders Idealist.org is the online meeting place for nonprofit organizations, resources, consultants, job seekers and volunteers. http://www.idealist.org/ | International interest, United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| ILRC - the Independent Living Resource Centre The ILRC is a consumer controlled organization that promotes and enables citizens with disabilities to make choices and take responsibility for the development and management of personal and community resources. https://www.ilrc.mb.ca/ | Canada, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Inclusion Daily Express A world-wide email news service that reports on disability rights and the exciting movement toward full community inclusion and self-determination. http://www.inclusiondaily.com/ | International interest, United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Inclusion Press International Inclusion Press creates books, videos and CD's to teach people tools for change - that lead to full inclusion - full participation - full citizenship - for all. https://inclusion.com/ | Canada, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Independence First IndependenceFirst is a non-residential Independent Living Center operated by a staff and board composed primarily of people with disabilities. http://www.independencefirst.org/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Independent Living Alternatives (ILA) ILA provides a comprehensive range of independent living and personal assistance services. https://www.ilanet.co.uk/ | United Kingdom, English language, Link checked (2020-11/2020-07 |
| Independent Living Centre Australia Inc Independent Living Centres are information resource centres which are located in every state and in ACT. Each centre displays a comprehensive range of products and equipment to assist with daily living activities. Everybody is welcome to use the ILC services, including people with disabilities, older people, their carers, parents, advocates and other service providers, health professionals, architects, builders, suppliers, manufacturers and students. You can try out products and equipment and select those most suitable prior to purchase. Please note that we do not sell items, we only display them. Each centre has a localised products and equipment database to complement the display. The occupational therapists on our info-lines use this database to provide information that are relevant to the individual caller’s needs. Most of ILC services are free to public. Each ILC are funded differently, some are funded directly by the state government, others apply for funding from public as well as private purse. https://ilcaustralia.org.au/ | Australia, English language, Link checked 2020-03 |
| Independent Living Centre Tasmania, Inc. The Independent Living Centre (ILC) Tasmania is a non-profit community service organisation: The Independent Living Centre provides a professional information, education, advisory and consultancy service on: daily living equipment, building access and design, assistive technology and resources for people with disabilities, the aged, their carers and service providers. https://ilctas.asn.au/ | Australia, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Independent Living Choices We provide services to people with disabilities who make independence their choice. http://www.ilcchoices.org/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-03 |
| Information on Disability-Equipment Access Services (IDEAS INC) IDEAS INC provides information on disability - services, accessible accommodation, equipment available in NSW and Australia. Our focus is on rural services. https://www.ideas.org.au/ | Australia, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Institute on Disability (US) The mission of the Institute on Disability at the University of New Hampshire is to promote the full inclusion of people with disabilities in their communities. To carry out that mission, the Institute runs a wide variety of programs and activities. https://iod.unh.edu/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Institute on Disability Culture We promote our culture with the NEXT RENAISSANCE: an online link to disability art, culture and collectibles. You will find links to artists, writers, and organizations within the NEXT RENAISSANCE. http://hometown.aol.com/sbrown8912/index.. | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Interessenvertretung selbstbestimmt Leben The purpose of the organisation is to support the Independent way of living for our members. By the various sets off projects we try to improve its chances and defeat any kind of politic or social discrimination. http://www.isl-ev.de | Germany, German language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| InterExchange, Inc. USA InterExchange offers work abroad, camp counselor, au pair, internship and training exchange programs for US and foreign individuals. https://www.interexchange.org/ | International interest, United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| International Journal of Special Education As of the year 2002 the International Journal of Special Education is published on this Website. Libraries and individuals are permitted to print out entire issues for educational purposes. The intent is to make the journal available internationally and free of charge to everyone who is interested in special education or is a student of special education. http://www.internationaljournalofspecial.. | International interest, Canada, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| International Center for Disability Resources on the Internet A non-profit corporation in the United States ICRIS´s work is supported by donations and grants from individual contributors and work and tutorials in the field of accessible Electronic and Information technology http://www.icdri.org/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| International Conference Series on Disability, Virtual Reality and Associated Technologies International Conference Series on Disability, Virtual Reality and Associated Technologies website. http://www.icdvrat.reading.ac.uk/ | United Kingdom, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| International Disability and Development Consortium IDDP IDDC is a self-managing group currently consisting of 16 international non-government organisations supporting disability and development work in over 100 countries globally. https://www.iddcconsortium.net/ | International interest, United Kingdom, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| International Student Exchange and Study Abroad Resource Center "Our mission is to promote international education worldwide through the development and publication of the most comprehensive resource of International Education information available on the Internet. Our goal is to develop a site for the international student - Student Oriented and Student Driven." https://www.internationalstudent.com/ | International interest, United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| International Task Force on Euthanasia and Assisted Suicide Addressing the issues of euthanasia, assisted suicide, advance directives, assisted suicide proposals, "right-to-die" cases, euthanasia practices in the Netherlands, disability rights, pain control and much, much more. http://www.internationaltaskforce.org/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| International Ventilator Users Network Post-Polio Health International's mission is to enhance the lives and independence of polio survivors and home ventilator users through education, advocacy, research and networking. http://www.ventusers.org/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-03 |
| Intimate Rider Sex aid http://www.intimaterider.com | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-03 |
| Israel for All Customized travel in Israel for groups or individuals. https://www.israel4all.com/ | Israel, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Jenaer Zentrum für selbstbestimmtes Leben behinderter Menschen e. V. https://www.jzsl.de/ | Germany, German language, Link checked 2020-03 |
| KCIL - Kingston Centre For Independent Living KCIL is a local charity working proactively to empower and support disabled people. KCIL was established in 1968 and is a member-led organisation with a number of sub groups and committees which guide the work of the organisation. http://www.kcil.org.uk/ | United Kingdom, English language, Link checked 2020-03 |
| Kenai Peninsula Independent Living Center Our mission is to insure that individuals with disabilities live independently in their own homes and in the communities of their choice http://www.peninsulailc.org/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Kind Tree Productions, Inc. Here you can find autism information, autism links, our Kind Tree newsletter, our celebratory "Autism Rocks" T-shirts, reviews of books on autism, creations by autistic artists and poets, autistic events we produce (recreational retreats and educational seminars), and more... https://kindtree.org/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Kompetenzzentrum Barrierefrei Planen und Bauen http://www.kompetenzzentrum-barrierefrei.. | Germany, German language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Kooperativet HIL Helsingborgs Independent Living är ett kooperativ för funktionshindrade som använder sig av personlig assistans. Kooperativet startade 1993. Att vara medlem i HIL betyder att få stöd och hjälp av andra i samma situation. https://www.hil.se/ | Sweden, Swedish language, Link checked 2020-03 |
| Kynnys ry - Threshold - Independent Living Center in Helsinki Human Rights NGO of People with Disabilities 1. advocacy work to improve legislation 2. peer support and counceling 3. independ living skills trainin for people with disabilities 4. personal assistant training courses for employers https://kynnys.fi/ | Finland, Finnish language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| La Esperanza Oasis (Spain) Located in the picturesque town of Calpe on the Mediterranean coast between Valencia and Alicante. They cater to the international wheelchair traveler. http://www.laesperanza.com/ | International interest, Spain, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Law, Health Policy & Disability Center The Law, Health Policy & Disability Center, located at the University of Iowa, is an emerging leader in technology, education, and research, focused on improving the quality of life for persons living with disabilities. http://disability.law.uiowa.edu/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Lawrence Independent Living Resource Center The Independent Living Resource Center of Lawrence, Kansas https://independenceinc.org/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| League of Human Dignity We represent disabled people in all kinds of activities. https://leagueofhumandignity.com/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Leeds Centre for Integrated Living (Leeds CIL) Website under construction. Addresses and email available. https://www.leedscil.org.uk/ | United Kingdom, English language, Link checked 2020-03 |
| Life with Ease® We specialize in products to help prevent injuries, live with injuries, and aid with impairments. https://www.lifewithease.com/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Little City Foundation Helping children and adults with mental retardation and other developmental challenges live meaningful and happy lives with dignity and respect. https://www.littlecity.org/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Llowyn's Legacy Foundation Providing support, referrals and resources to enhance the dignity and quality of life for individuals in their later years and individuals who have a disability. http://www.vcn.bc.ca/llowyn/ | Canada, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Low Vision Information Center A nonprofit organization offering information services and an in-house demonstration area with a variety of low vision aids and ideas. http://www.lowvisioninfo.org/ | International interest, United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Lucky Mindy Adventures We run escorted, assisted group tours for adults with multiple disabilities: developmental and physical. We provide trained staff to assist you (between 1:2 and 1:4 ratio, as needed), or you can bring your own attendant for expenses. http://www.luckymindy.com/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Mangar International Specialises in low air pressure equipment for the lifting, handling and transfer of people who are disabled or elderly, in the community, in Residential Care, and for Hospital use. http://www.mangar.co.uk/ | United Kingdom, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Manitoba Supported Employment Network (MSEN) A non-profit organization committed to promoting and strengthening supported employment activities in the province of Manitoba, Canada. http://www.msen.mb.ca | Canada, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Medical Travel, Inc Medical Travel, Inc. is a Full Service Medical Travel Agency that caters to people with medical needs. The office arranges Dialysis Cruises, Oxygen Cruises, Accessible Vacations, Worldwide Scooter Vacations, etc. https://www.medicaltravel.org/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Mensch zuerst - Netzwerk People First Deutschland e.V. Organisation of Self Advocacy for People with Learning Disabilities. Website in German only. http://www.peoplefirst.de/ | Germany, German language, Link checked 2020-03 |
| Mesothelioma Help Now - Get Education and Support Mesothelioma Help Now educates and supports mesothelioma patients and their families. Learn about this asbestos-related cancer and join our community. http://mesotheliomahelpnow.com | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Microsoft Accessibility and Disabilities "We hope you'll find here information about what we're doing and the tools that can help you remove barriers and make the world more accessible." http://microsoft.com/enable/ | International interest, United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Mid Ohio Board for an Independent Living Environment MID-Ohio Board for an Indpendent Living Environment is a non-profit Center for Independent Living directed by persons with disabilities. MOBILE is located in Columbus Ohio where we have provided supportive service and assistance to the disability population of Franklin County for over 30 years. MOBILE was founded by Beverly Rackett, Executive Director on principles that affirm the right of persons with disabilities to live their lives with a full measure of liberty and human dignity. Our Mission To work in partnership with persons with all types of disabilities as independent, active and valuable advocates within central Ohio. To promote the importance of value of persons with disabilities as individuals, employees, and citizens within central Ohio To be a driving force for the independent living movement within central Ohio through communicating the movement's value and necessity, educating the community at large, and facilitating government and business action. To assist the public and private sectors in removing attitudinal, environmental, and architectural barriers in order to increase opportunities to all persons. To ultimately eliminate the need for itself through full integration of persons with all types of disabilities into society http://www.mobileonline.org | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Mietauto AG - car rental service Mietauto AG is today the most comprehensive car rental service in Switzerland. They are also the only rent a car company which offers cars for travelers with disabilities. http://www.mietauto.ch/ | International interest, Switzerland, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Mobile-Dortmund Center for Independent Living in Dortmund. Site only in German. https://www.mobile-dortmund.de/ | Germany, German language, Link checked 2020-03 |
| mobileWOMEN.org mobileWOMEN.org is the creation of women in wheelchairs who were having difficulty finding answers to their questions about health, fashion, and other topics. Our mission is to bring together current and accurate information on issues of interest to our community. http://www.mobilewomen.org/ | International interest, United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Mobility International USA Empowering people with disabilities around the world by ensuring their inclusion in international exchange and international development programs. https://www.miusa.org/ | International interest, United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Mobility Motorhomes Limited Mobility Motorhomes provides independent New Zealand travel for disabled persons by rental of a wheelchair accessible motorhome. The motorhome is fitted with handcontrols for a disabled driver and an entrance wheelchair lift. http://www.mobilitymotorhomes.co.nz | New Zealand, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Mobility-Advisor.com: Live, Work & Play Independently ... Wheelchair Mobility Mobility-Advisor.com serves as an information and resource guide to increase awareness and help enhance the lives of individuals of all ages who need wheelchair mobility assistance... http://www.mobility-advisor.com | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-03 |
| Monroe County Women's Disability Network The Monroe County Women's Disability Network is a web directory of local and national resources for women with disabilities or chronic illness. https://www.mcwdn.org/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Motability (U.K.) Motability is a registered charity, which helps people with disabilities and their families in the UK to become more mobile. It was set up on the initiative of the Government in 1977, to provide vehicles and powered wheelchairs to people with disabilities. https://www.motability.co.uk/ | International interest, United Kingdom, Link checked 2020-11 |
| NAFSA: Association of International Educators NAFSA: Association of International Educators promotes the exchange of students and scholars to and from the United States. NAFSA has nearly 8,900 individuals from all 50 states in the US and 84 other countries. https://www.nafsa.org/ | International interest, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Narrative Television Network Makes movies and television programming accessible to blind and visually impaired people through narration, an "extra" voice added to the show to describe the visual elements of the story. Since 1988, NTN has narrated hundreds of hours of movies and television series, as well as several Broadway theatre productions and museum tours. http://NarrativeTV.com/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| National Association of the Deaf The National Association of the Deaf (NAD) https://www.nad.org/ | International interest, United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| National Children's Bureau - Council for Disabled Children The Council provides a national forum for the discussion, development and dissemination of a wide range of policy and practice issues relating to service provision and support for children and young people with disabilities and special educational needs. https://www.ncb.org.uk/ | United Kingdom, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| National Clearinghouse on the Direct Care Workforce The National Clearinghouse on the Direct Care Workforce collects, analyzes, and disseminates information concerning the health care paraprofessional workforce. http://www.directcareclearinghouse.org/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| 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. https://ncd.gov/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| National Federation of the Blind Helps blind persons achieve self-confidence and self-respect and acts as a vehicle for collective self-expression by the blind. https://www.nfb.org/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| National Federation of the Disabled-Nepal The economically strong, politically aware Nepali persons with disability living in a barrier free environment with full realization of rights (civil, economic, political, cultural and social) and dignity. The key Activities are: Awareness and sencitization Advocacy and protection of Humanrights of Persons With Disabilities Capacity Building and Networking https://www.nfdn.org.np/ | Nepal, Nepali language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| National Institute of Disability Management and Research (Canada) NIDMAR is committed to reducing the human, social and economic cost of disability to workers, employers and society through education, training and research. https://www.nidmar.ca/ | International interest, Canada, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| National Resource Center on Supportive Housing and Home Modification We aim to promote aging in place for frail elderly and persons aging with a disability through applied research, evaluation and policy analysis; training and education; technical assistance; and we serve as an information clearinghouse. https://homemods.org/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| National Sports Center for the Disabled The National Sports Center for the Disabled (NSCD), located in Winter Park, Colorado continues to be the largest and most successful outdoor recreation program in the world for individuals with disabilities. https://nscd.org/ | International interest, United States, Link checked 2020-11 |
| NEADS - The National Educational Association of Disabled Students The National Educational Association of Disabled Students (NEADS)is a Canada-wide, consumer-based, cross-disability organization that advocates for full access by college and university students with disabilities to postsecondary education and employment opportunities. https://www.neads.ca/ | Canada, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| New England Handicapped Sports Association Adaptive skiing and sports. Skiing in the winter and other sports and social activities year round. Locate at Mt. Sunapee, NH. https://nehsa.org/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Northamptonshire People First An organisation of people with learning difficulties speaking up for ourselves! https://www.peoplefirst.org.uk/ | United Kingdom, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Oakland and Macomb Center for Independent Living The Oakland & Macomb Center for Independent Living (OMCIL) is a consumer driven, non-residential, community based organization helping people with disabilities live independently and become participating members of society. The Staff and Board, most of whom are people with disabilities, are strongly committed to supporting others in their efforts toward independence. http://www.omcil.org/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Ohio Statewide Independent Living Council The Ohio Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC) is committed to promoting a philosophy of consumer control, peer support, self-help, self-determination, equal access, and individual and systems advocacy, in order to maximize leadership, empowerment, independence, productivity and to support full inclusion and integration of individuals into the mainstream of American society. http://www.ohiosilc.org/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Open the windows Vision: Building a world where technology enables everyone to fully use her/his abilities. Mission: To promote and facilitate the use of assistive technologies for persons with disabilities to enhance equal opportunities. Activities: To enable access to information technology (e-access) for persons with severe disabilities, i.e., those who have complex requirements for adaptation. To assist different groups in the disability field build capacity by transferring skills and knowledge on the use of assistive technologies; To offer Open the windows as a regional resource center to disability organizations throughout Southeast Europe (SEE); http://www.openthewindows.org | Macedonia, English language, Link checked 2020-03 |
| PALAESTRA A quarterly publication, PALAESTRA is designed to be a single responsible source of valuable information targeting all individuals interested in sport, physical education and recreation involving individuals with disabilities. http://www.palaestra.com/ | International interest, United States, Link checked 2020-11 |
| ParaDoc ParaDoc is an international documentation and referral centre for education in the field of spinal cord lesion. The aim of ParaDoc is to collect publications and references concerning education and training on the subject of spinal cord lesions. Thus we want to promote the exchange of information on an international basis, especially towards developing countries encourage translations of teaching/training media into national or regional languages at low cost collect and safeguard historical publications on spinal cord lesions (books, articles, etc.) Although destined primarily to medical and allied professionals, hospitals, rehabilitation centres and community based libraries, ParaDoc database can also help disabled people and their families to find publications concerned with their problems (e.g. "Educational guide for patients and their families"). http://www.paradoc.org | Switzerland, German language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| People First of California, Inc. (PFCA) The mission of People First of California, Inc. (PFCA) is to serve all people with developmental challenges throughout California, primarily through People First members and chapters. https://www.peoplefirstca.org/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-03 |
| People First of Missouri People First of Missouri is a statewide organization formed by, run by and which exists for persons with developmental disabilities. Currently there are over 40 chapters across the state of Missouri with approximately 1,000 members. https://www.missouripeoplefirst.org/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-03 |
| People First of New Hampshire People First of New Hampshire, the statewide self-advocacy organization started operation in 1992. People who experience disability are members of local self-advocacy chapters. Each chapter elects two representatives to serve on the board of directors of People First of NH, making this organization the only non-profit in the state that is run completely by people who experience disability. http://www.peoplefirstofnh.org/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-03 |
| People With Disabilities (WA) Inc PWD(WA) represents and advocates for the rights and equity of all Western Australians with a disability - physical, intellectual, psychiatric and sensory. https://www.pwdwa.org/ | Australia, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| People with Disability Australia Incorporated https://pwd.org.au/ | Australia, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| PHÖNIX e.V. Beratung und Hilfen für behinderte Menschen in Regensburg https://phoenix-regensburg.de/ | Germany, German language, Link checked 2020-03 |
| Picture this... a film festival that celebrates disability culture As a project of Calgary Scope Society (a registerd non-profit society in Canada that works with persons with disabilities), our mission is to hold a film and video festival that focuses on disability topics and issues. Our first festival takes place October 19 - 21, 2001. Our dream is to become an annual event, and to become a valued reource on films, videos and multimedia works. http://www.picturethisfestival.org/ | Canada, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Pierce County Parent Coalition for Developmental Disabilities A parent driven organization based in Tacoma, WA., US, that provides information, education, and opportunities for families to learn and grow together. https://www.pc2online.org/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Pleural Mesothelioma | Pleuralmesothelioma.com - Created for Patients http://www.pleuralmesothelioma.com | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| PLOTEUS, the Portal on Learning Opportunities throughout the European Space PLOTEUS is a service of the European Commission with comprehensive and upp to date information about education and training available throughout Europe. https://ec.europa.eu/ploteus/ | International interest, Belgium, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Polibea http://www.polibea.com | Spain, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Post-Polio Syndrome Central A vary good resource with information, events, links, email discussion lists and UseNets Groups and more. http://www.skally.net/ppsc/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| PowerchairDiaries Essays by Mark E. Smith, a WheelchairJunkie Production https://powerchairdiaries.com/ | International interest, United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Private Initiative of Crete CREATING of possibilities for handicapped people for travelling on CRETE http://www.beepworld.de/members/haraldgl.. | Greece, Greek language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Professional Fit Clothing The purpose of the company is to provide quality clothing that is comfortable, fashionable, functional, and affordable. https://www.professionalfit.com/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| RCIL, Inc The Resource Center For Independent Living, Inc. Assists people in eastern Kansas with disabilities, their families and communities to advocate for, access and use the skills and resources necessary to reach the level of independence of their choice http://www.rcilinc.org/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Rehabmart.com - Medical Supplies, DME, and Discount Medical Supply. Therapist owned. Rehabmart.com is an Online discount medical equipment and supply company that is owned and operated by occupational and physical therapists. We serve seniors, caregivers, special needs children and those who are disabled. http://www.rehabmart.com | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| RehabTool Our mission at rehabtool.com is to help persons with communication, access or learning disabilities regain independence and control, thrive and become more productive, and ultimately live better lives, through leading edge assistive and adaptive technology. http://www.rehabtool.com/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Remploy Remploy Ltd. is Britain's largest employer of people with disabilities. https://www.remploy.co.uk/ | United Kingdom, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Report on the work of the BrailleNet Association Abstract: This paper reports on the work of the BrailleNet Association in France to improve the Web accessibility of French websites. The creation of an observatory of the accessibility of French Websites, the constitution of a national reviewing network and the co-operation on the European level will also be discussed. http://www.snv.jussieu.fr/inova/publi/lj.. | France, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Rick Hansen Institute RHI provides leadership to the field of disability, with a special emphasis on spinal cord injury. "Our mission is to find a cure for paralysis." https://www.rickhansen.com/ | Canada, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| RJ Cooper and Associates Special education software, hardware adapters and products for disabled persons. http://www.rjcooper.com/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Rock N Roll Cycles Cycles for ALL special needs. Single & Tandem (Three Wheel) Rock N' Roll will customize a cycle for the needs of each individual. http://www.rocknrollcycles.com/ | International interest, United States, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Rolling Inspiration - printed magazine for people living with mobility impairments http://www.rollinginspiration.co.za/ | South Africa, English language, Link checked 2020-03 |
| Rolling Rains Report: A running dialogue on travel, disability and universal design. http://www.rollingrains.com/ | International interest, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Rural Institute The Montana University Affiliated Rural Institute on Disabilities is guided by values of independence, productivity, integration, and inclusion of individuals with developmental disabilities and their families. http://ruralinstitute.umt.edu/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| SABE - Self Advocates Becoming Empowered SABE Self Advocates Becoming Empowered protecting the rights and equal treatment of people with disabilities. https://www.sabeusa.org/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-03 |
| SATH (Society for the Advancement of Travel for the Handicapped) The Society for Accessible Travel & Hospitality (SATH), founded in 1976, is an educational nonprofit membership organization whose mission is to raise awareness of the needs of all travelers with disabilities, remove physical and attitudinal barriers to free access and expand travel opportunities in the United States and abroad. Members include travel professionals, consumers with disabilities and other individuals and corporations who support our mission. http://www.sath.org/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| ScootAround Inc. ScootAround Inc. arranges worry-free scooter rentals for the business or vacation traveler with restricted mobility. https://www.scootaround.com/ | Canada, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Selbstbestimmt Leben Bremen https://www.slbremen-ev.de/ | Germany, German language, Link checked 2020-03 |
| Selbstbestimmt Leben Innsbruck Center for Independent Living in Innsbruck. Site in German only. https://selbstbestimmt-leben.net/ | Austria, German language, Link checked 2020-03 |
| Self Advocacy (Sydney) Inc Self Advocacy Sydney is an organisation run by and for people with Intellectual Disability. https://www.sasinc.com.au/ | Australia, English language, Link checked 2020-03 |
| SEMO Alliance for Disability Independence SEMO Alliance for Disability Independence, Inc. (SADI) is a community-based, non-profit, non-residential center for independent living located in Southeast Missouri. https://sadi.org/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Sentinel Construction Sentinel Construction specializes in new and remodelling projects designed to make living, work and recreational spaces "access friendly" for yourself, family and friends. We offer a wide range of design and building solutions for individuals of all ages and most types of physical disabilities for independent living in Kitsap, Mason, Jefferson & Clallam Counties in Washington State. http://www.SentinelConstruction.com/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Shared Adventures -We provide a year-round program of outdoor recreational programs for people with special needs and physical challenges. -Our activities include annual events, such as: Day on the Beach, Day in the Sky, Camp Adventures, Dance Parties, Camping in the Redwoods, Pumpkin Patch Ranch Party, and surfing with Ride a Wave (RAW). -Our weekly activities include: art classes, gardening classes, indoor rock climbing, kayaking trips, sailing trips, movie nights, karaoke nights, bingo nights, bowling, game days at the Boardwalk, Wetland field trips, and many more! https://www.sharedadventures.org/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Sheri R. Abrams, P.C. Assists disabled individuals appeal their denials on Social Security Disability Benefit Claims. Also prepares wills, living wills and powers of attorney inexpensively. Work in Virginia, DC and Maryland https://sheriabrams.com/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| SIRENS Resort, Greece, wheelchair accessible apartments Accessible hotel, apartments with wheelchair access for disabled people, physically impaired http://www.disableds-resort.gr/ | Greece, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Skill: National Bureau for Students With Disabilities Skill: National Bureau for Students With Disabilities. Skill promotes opportunities for young people and adults with any kind of disability in post-16 education, training and employment across the UK. https://skill.org.uk/ | International interest, United Kingdom, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| SMA Europe SMA Europe is an umbrella organisation, founded in 2006, which includes Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) patient and research organisations from across Europe. https://www.sma-europe.eu/ | International interest, United Kingdom, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Social Assistance and Rehabilitation for the Physically Vulenrable(SARPV) Mission of the organization is to capacity development of the of community and NGOs to influence disability policy and practice in Bangladesh to ensure the equal rights and opportunities of he disable people. https://sarpv.org/ | Bangladesh, Bengali language, Link checked 2020-03 |
| Social Security Disability Blog A blog about the U.S. disability benefit system, written by a former disability claims examiner for the social security administration. https://disabilityblogger.blogspot.com/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-03 |
| SOLNETWORK This website is for finding out about what service user organisations are doing and also what non-service user organisations are doing for service users This website will provide a way for service user organisations, service users and other people who are interested to - support the development of local user involvement that aims to deliver better outcomes for service users be a place where user controlled organisations can voice their views and concerns. give information about and support service user involvement at a national level be open to all user groups in an equal and accessible manner to enable groups to link to other user controlled groups to develop links with world wide international user controlled organisations The aim of this activity, like the rest of Shaping Our Lives' work, is to improve the quality of support people receive. http://www.solnetwork.org.uk | United Kingdom, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Southeast Alaska Independent Living SAIL is a private non-profit organization that provides consumer-directed independent living services to people with disabilities throughout Southeast Alaska. https://www.sailinc.org/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| SPH Planning & Consulting Ltd. http://www.sph-planning-consulting.ca/ | Canada, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Sprout Sprout is a private, non-profit organization dedicated to helping individuals with developmental disabilities and mental retardation grow through challenging and safe travel experiences. Based in New York City, our programs are available to people with MR/DD and the agencies that serve them throughout the U.S. https://gosprout.org/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Stiftelsen Aktiva Activa is a foundation working for increased integration of disabled people into the labour market. The foundation is non-profit making and was established in 1989. It is based in the County Council of Örebro Municipality, Sweden and is represented in each one of the twelve municipalities of the county. Stiftelsen Activa i Örebro län bildades 1989 och har som mål att stödja arbetslösa som pga funktionsnedsättning har svårt att få fäste på arbetsmarknaden. https://www.s-activa.se/ | Sweden, Swedish language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| STIL STIL, founders of Independent Living in Sweden (former name was Stockholm Cooperative for Independent Living). The first European personal assistance user cooperative, became the model for numerous cooperatives in Sweden and abroad. https://www.stil.se | Sweden, Swedish language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| STIL, Stockholm Cooperative for Independent Living The cooperative works in the following way: Each member has his or her personal assistance needs assessed by the local government or, since 1994, by the national social insurance scheme. The need is expressed in a certain number of hours of services a week. The cooperative charges a certain price per hour of services. Each member receives an amount that covers the cost of the numbers of hours that he needs. The funds are transferred by the national insurance fund or local government to the individual?s subaccount in STIL. Thus, each member has a budget that he/she has to administer. The funds can be used for personal assistance only and have to be accounted for. The budget covers assistants'wages, their social insurance as well as STIL's administrative costs. https://www.stil.se/sv | Sweden, Swedish language, Link checked 2020-03 |
| Study in Europe "Study in Europe" web portal is for students and young people wishing to study in Europe in undergraduate or postgraduate programmes of higher education. http://www.study-in-europe.org/ | International interest, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Study in Sweden The Swedish Institute's resource for those who are thinking about coming to Sweden as foreign students. Contains general information on practical matters as well as application procedures, links to universities and news about research in Sweden. https://studyinsweden.se/ | International interest, Sweden, Swedish language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Summit Independent Living Center, Inc Services for people with disabilities, individual and community advocacy, located in western Montana. https://www.summitilc.org/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| T-Base Communications - Making Information Accessible to All Providing accessible mainstream communication services and technology solutions to governments and industry. https://www.tbase.com/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Thalidomide Victims Association An organization of approximately 125 Canadian victims of the drug thalidomide. It provides non-monetary programs, services, and advocacy for its members as well as the history and current issues concerning the drug. https://thalidomide.ca/ | Canada, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| The Accessible Travel Bookshop Books on accessible travel. http://www.accessible-travel.com/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| The American-Scandinavian Foundation, NY, NY, USA The American-Scandinavian Foundation (ASF) promotes international understanding through educational and cultural exchange between the United States and Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, and Sweden. http://www.amscan.org/ | International interest, United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| The Arc of the United States The Arc of the United States is a national organization of and for people with mental retardation and related disabilities and their families. https://www.thearc.org/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| The Association of National Specialist Colleges - NATSPEC Coordinating body to provide direct support to member colleges which provide education and training for young people with learning difficulties or disabilities, and represents their interests. Includes a directory of members, guidance for students, and news. https://natspec.org.uk/ | United Kingdom, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| The Association on Higher Education And Disability (AHEAD) The Association on Higher Education And Disability (AHEAD) is an international, multicultural organization of professionals committed to full participation in higher education for persons with disabilities. http://www.ahead.org/ | International interest, Link checked 2020-11 |
| The British Council Our purpose is to build mutually beneficial relationships between people in the UK and other countries and to increase appreciation of the UK's creative ideas and achievements. https://www.britishcouncil.org/ | United Kingdom, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| The Center for Universal Design The Center for Universal Design is a national research, information, and technical assistance center that evaluates, develops, and promotes universal design in housing, public and commercial facilities, and related products. http://www.ncsu.edu/ncsu/design/cud/ | International interest, United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| The Centre for Independant Living, Co. Mayo, Ireland It is the mission of Mayo Disability Alliance and Mayo Centre for Independent Lifting to work towards the full and equal inclusion of people with disabilities in all aspects of society, and to encourage and ensure the provision of appropriate services and support to enable this to happen. http://homepage.tinet.ie/~andyh/cil/cilm.. | Ireland, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| The Foundation „Normal Prospects” The Foundation „Normal Prospects” is run by disabled students. The aim of the Foundation is to make young disabled people actively participate in the society. Our activity focuses on supporting disabled people in starting their professional career, i. e. in finding a flat and job. Disabled graduates usually do not have enough financial means to provide their personal contribution required while applying for housing credits. Therefore, the Foundation raises funds to subsidize housing loans for disabled students, provides disabled people with housing space and cooperates with the institutions granting such loans. Another aim of the Foundation is to enable disabled people to take up an occupation. This activity is aimed at, among other things, arranging for meetings of potential employers with disabled people and cooperating with other organizations, as far as occupational training of disabled people is concerned. The Foundation also provides psychological assistance for people with disabilities. http://www.normalnaprzyszlosc.org/ | Poland, Polish language, Link checked 2020-03 |
| The National Clearinghouse on Disability & Exchange (USA) The NCDE, sponsored by Mobility International USA and the United States Information Agency, fosters partnerships between disability organizations and international exchange organizations so that people with disabilities can participate fully and equally in international exchange programs. https://www.miusa.org/ncde/ | International interest, United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| The National Collaborative on Workforce and Disability for Youth (NCWD/Youth) NCWD/Youth strives to ensure that youth with disabilities are provided full access to high quality services in integrated settings in order to maximize their opportunities for employment and independent living. http://www.ncwd-youth.info/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| The National Federation of Access Centres The National Federation of ACCESS Centres is a UK-wide network of specialist services that work together to facilitate access for disabled people to education, training, employment and personal development. ACCESS Centre services include quality assessment and support in the use of assistive technology and/or specialised learning strategies. https://www.nfac.org.uk/ | United Kingdom, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| The National Spinal Cord Injury Association Works to empower individuals and families with spinal cord injury issues to make informed choices and take actions to achieve their highest level of independence and personal fulfillment. https://spinalcord.org/ | International interest, United States, Link checked 2020-11 |
| The Ramp People Over 25 years of manufacturing experience in vehicle ramps, van ramps, car ramps, motorcycle ramps, portable ramps , wheelchair ramps and disabled ramps. https://www.theramppeople.co.uk/ | International interest, United Kingdom, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| The Slovene Association of Disabled Students The Slovenian Association of Disabled Students offers advice and counselling regarding study accessibility, accommodation, , financial assistance, employment , etc. We provide personal assistance to people with more severe disabilities, transportation by adopted vans, use of modern computer technology, photocopying facilities, digitalization of books for the blind, etc. In addition to this we organize educational, cultural and sporting activities and social events home and abroad. http://www.dsis-drustvo.si/ | Slovenia, Slovenian language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| The Status of Training and Employment in Asia AbilityAsia Web site, represents the International Labour Organization (ILO)'s Disability Programme in Asia and the Pacific Region. http://www.ilo.org/public/english/region.. | International interest, Thailand, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Thistle Foundation A Scottish charity providing health services, housing, and support enabling physically disabled people to lead independent lives. https://www.thistle.org.uk/ | United Kingdom, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Three Rivers Inc., Independent Living Resource Center Our Center serves people of all ages, with all types of disabilities, and assists them in achieving their personal goals. We are a non-residential, non-profit agency that was started in 1985 by people with disabilities in Wamego, Kansas. http://www.angelfire.com/il/threeriversi.. | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Through the Looking Glass The organization, in Berkeley, CA, US, has pioneered clinical and supportive services, training and research serving families in which one or more members - whether parent or child - has a disability or medical issue. https://www.lookingglass.org/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Transitions Abroad - Portal for Work Abroad, Overseas Travel, Study Abroad and International Living. Transitions Abroad has provided work abroad, overseas travel, study abroad and international living information for 27 years as a travel magazine. https://www.transitionsabroad.com/ | International interest, United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| TRAVELO2 - Global Oxygen Services We arrange for medical oxygen in over 120,000 cities in 157 foreign countries 24/7/365 so that you can take a cruise, fly to an exotic destination or go by car, bus or train to visit any destination with confidence and in complete safety to enjoy a better quality of life. We can support your oxygen needs with Liquid Oxygen, Gas Cylinders, Oxygen Concentrators, Re-Fills, BiPap & C-Pap Machines, Ventilators, Tents, Humidifers, Nebulizers, Portable & Shoulder Bags Systems, Conserving Devices, Airport Layovers/Connecting Flight Oxygen and Oxygen Prescription Verification Services for Worldwide Oxygen Support. We also arrange Electric & Manual Wheelchairs, Electric Scooters, Accessible Vans & Buses, Patient Lifts/Hoists, Hospital Beds and all other types of Durable Medical Equipment to where ever you are around the globe. http://www.travelo2.com/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Treloar's - Education, Therapy, Care and Opportunities for Disabled Young People The Treloar Trust provides education, care and independence training for young people with disabilities. We aim to provide each individual with the support, confidence and skills to achieve the best they can in all aspects of their lives https://www.treloar.org.uk/ | International interest, United Kingdom, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Truenergy Enterprises To provide information and resources to persons with disabilities. I host a website, Independent Life Resources, http://www.ilresources.com and provide viewers with personal assistance, program materials, a directory of resources, and articles written to give insight and diresction in dealing with disability and senior citizen issues. http://www.ilresources.com/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| U.S. Access Board The U.S. Access Board, also known as the Architectural and Transportation Barriers Compliance Board, created in 1973, has served the nation as the only independent federal agency whose primary mission is accessibility for people with disabilities. https://www.access-board.gov/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| U.S. Department of Education’s Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) is a law that makes available a free appropriate public education to eligible children with disabilities throughout the nation and ensures special education and related services to those children. The IDEA governs how states and public agencies provide early intervention, special education, and related services to more than 6.5 million eligible infants, toddlers, children, and youth with disabilities. https://sites.ed.gov/idea/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Uloba ULOBA was founded in 1991. It is based on the principles of empowerment, full citizenship and human rights. The cooperative is owned and run by disabled people according to the philosophy of Independent Living. https://www.uloba.no/ | International interest, Norway, Norwegian language, Link checked 2020-03 |
| Umbrella of the Capital District Umbrella of the Capital District is a non-profit agency helping senior citizens and persons with disabilities live independently, comfortably and safely in their own homes. https://theumbrella.org/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| UN Global Programme on Disability United Nations Enable is the official website of the Secretariat for the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (SCRPD) https://www.un.org/development/desa/disa.. | International interest, United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| United Cerebral Palsy For more than 45 years, United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) has been committed to change and progress for persons with disabilities. https://ucp.org/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities The Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities and its Optional Protocol was adopted on 13 December 2006 https://www.un.org/development/desa/disa.. | International interest, Link checked 2020-11 |
| United Spinal Association (formerly the Eastern Paralyzed Veterans Association - EVPA) On May 22, 1946, a small group of World War II veterans held a meeting of at Halloran Army Hospital, Staten Island, NY to form an organization to be their voice in seeking a better quality of life for veterans with spinal cord injuries. In January 2004 the group changed their name to the United Spinal Association from the Eastern Paralyzed Veterans Association - EVPA. The scope of the organisation broadened and they now include all Americans with Spinal Cord Impairment. https://unitedspinal.org/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| United Voice - Malaysia Self Advocacy.. is based on the belief that people are their own best advocates. Thus persons with learning disabilities are their own best advocates to tell others what they want. A person with mild learning disabilities self-advocates by voicing out his or her views. A person with severe learning disabilities self-advocates by his or her presence in a public meeting. https://www.unitedvoice.com.my/ | Malaysia, English language, Link checked 2020-03 |
| Untangling the Web--Disability Links Links to disability Web sites. http://www.icdi.wvu.edu/Others.htm | International interest, United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| US Social Security Disability Claims Disability Secrets provides information about the U.S. federal disability system, including an overview of how the process works and answers to specific questions that are often asked by applicants and appellants. https://www.disabilitysecrets.com/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-03 |
| US State University Directory A comprehensive directory of all major U.S. universities and colleges. Includes information about history, academics, unique programs, student life, student statistics, admissions, athletics, and the local community for each school. https://www.stateuniversity.com/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-03 |
| USA Jeans Jeans and Slacks for people in wheelchairs. Great looks, great fit, prevent pressure sores for an affordable price. http://www.wheelchairjeans.com/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Verein zur Förderung der Autonomie Behinderter - FAB Center for Independent Living in Kassel. Site only in German. https://www.fab-kassel.de/ | Germany, German language, Link checked 2020-03 |
| VSA of New Mexico The mission of VSA arts of New Mexico is to provide a framework in which people with disabilities realize their creative potential, attain freedom of expression, and contribute to community cultural life. VSA arts of New Mexico strives to fulfill this mission by providing arts programs and services that are accessible to individuals with disabilities. http://www.vsartsnm.org/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| W http://wuesl.de/ | Germany, German language, Link checked 2020-03 |
| Washington Coalition of Citizens with disAbilities WCCD promotes equality and choice of people with disAbilities through advocacy, collaboration, and programs. http://www.wccd.org/index.htm | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| WAVE 3.0 - Web Accessibility Versatile Evaluator Online tool checks page accessibility, displays page with tags to show good and bad points. https://wave.webaim.org/ | International interest, United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| WECIL- West of England Centre for Inclusive Living The West of England Centre for Inclusive Living (WECIL) was set up in 1995 and provides a range of services to over 4000 people a year, with the aim of promoting inclusive opportunities and enabling choice and control over their lives https://www.wecil.co.uk/ | United Kingdom, English language, Link checked 2020-03 |
| Welcome to Cornerstone House of Santa Barbara and the Happy Adventure Summer Camp Cornerstone House is a 24-hour, long-term residential care facility for developmentally disabled young adults in Carpinteria, California Cornerstone House also operates the Happy Adventure Summer Camp. http://www.cornerstonehouse.org/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Wheel Chair Tours Australia Wheel Chair Tours Australia has operated as the Premier Tour Company for tourists with disabilities to Perth, Australia, since 1995. http://www.wheeltours.com.au/ | International interest, Australia, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Wheel The World Welcome to Wheel the World - a multi-lingual resource guide for travellers with disabilities! http://www.wheeltheworld.net | Norway, English language, Link checked 2020-03 |
| WheelchairNet A continuously developing resource for a broad community of people who are interested in wheelchairs: consumers, clinicians, manufacturers, researchers, funders. It contains resources for lifestyle, wheelchair technology and research developments, discussions, products, industry product standards, funding, services, etc. http://www.wheelchairnet.org/ | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Whirlwind Wheelchair International The mission of Whirlwind Wheelchair International is to make it possible for every person in the developing world who needs a wheelchair to obtain one that will lead to maximum personal independence and integration into society. http://www.whirlwindwheelchair.org | United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Whirlwind Wheelchair International (WWI) The communications hub of the Whirlwind Wheelchair Network of independent wheelchair-producing workshops in developing countries. https://whirlwindwheelchair.org/ | International interest, United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Women With Disabilities Australia (WWDA) A federating body of individuals and networks in each State and Territory of Australia made up of women with disabilities and associated organisations. https://wwda.org.au/ | Australia, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| WorkSupport.Com Information on disability, rehabilitation and employment. http://www.worksupport.com/ | International interest, United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| World Blind Union The WBU is universally accepted as the representative of the world's blind community by the United Nations and other international organisations. http://www.worldblindunion.org | International interest, Spain, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| World Institute on Disability (WID) An international public policy center dedicated to carrying out cutting-edge research on disability issues and overcoming obstacles to independent living. https://wid.org/ | International interest, United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| World on Wheelz Dedicated to wheelchair accessible travel, World on Wheelz provides travel reviews, pictures, tips, and resources for travelers who require a higher standard of "accessibility." http://www.worldonwheelz.com/ | Canada, English language, Link checked 2020-03 |
| www.ecuadorforall.com Accessible, Wheelchair, Disabled Tours Ecuador http://www.ecuadorforall.com/ | Ecuador, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Yahoo! Groups - magnifiers Low Vision Computer Access List http://groups.yahoo.com/group/magnifiers.. | International interest, United States, English language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Zentrum für Selbstbestimmtes Leben political fight for: equal rights for disabled people independent living direct person oriented financing recognition of disability as a socio-political, rather than a medical issue http://www.zslschweiz.ch/ | Switzerland, German language, Link checked 2020-11 |
| Zentrum für selbstbestimmtes Leben Köln Das Kölner Zentrum für selbstbestimmtes Leben (ZsL) war 1987 eine der ersten Beratungsstellen von Behinderten für Behinderte im gesamten Bundesgebiet; bis heute ist es das einzige ZsL in Nordrhein-Westfalen. http://www.zsl-koeln.de/ | Germany, German language, Link checked 2020-03 |
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