This project, at the College of Information Studies at the University of Maryland, promotes the development of accessible information and telecommunications technologies.
This project, at the College of Information Studies at the University of Maryland, promotes the development of accessible information and telecommunications technologies.
The IDEA Center is within the School of Architecture and Planning at the University at Buffalo. It is dedicated to improving the design of environments and products so that they are more usable, safer, and more appealing to a broad range of people.
The HUD site includes information about the Fair Housing Act and other Federal laws that affect housing, as well as a variety of housing programs and funding assistance that may be available to people with disabilities.
This project, funded by HUD, provides training programs, materials, and technical guidance on the Fair Housing Act and its design and construction requirements.
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This project promotes aging in place and independent living. The web site includes a National Directory of Home Modification Resources that can help locate sources of assistance across the country.
Search the Directory of Professionals with Home Building Designations (narrow your search by state or city) for those with the designation “CAPS” (Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist) to find builders with the skills to work with older and maturing adults to remodel their homes for aging-in-place.
This Center offers a wealth of information on IDEA and other areas of interest to students, parents, and professionals. Many publications are available in Spanish.
The CEC is the largest international professional organization dedicated to improving educational outcomes for individuals with exceptionalities, students with disabilities, and/or the gifted. CEC offers professional development opportunities and resources, conferences, discussion forums, and journals and newsletters on classroom practices that work. CEC also operates the ERIC (Educational Resources Information Center) Clearinghouse on Disabilities and Gifted Education, and the National Clearinghouse on Careers in Special Education.
ODEP (formerly the President’s Committee on Employment of People with Disabilities) provides information to assist businesses in implementing the employment provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
This site is the nation’s publicly funded resource for jobseekers, students, employers, and human resource professionals. It includes a comprehensive collection of links and information on training, jobseeking skills, employment law, local service providers and one-stop centers, and much more. It also provides a searchable database and facilitates on-line posting of resumes for jobseekers, and job openings for employers.
JAN provides information and consultation to employers and people with disabilities on reasonable accommodations in the workplace.
This office within the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) offers information and resources to promote inclusive approaches to emergency peparedness and response, and the Office of Equal Rights works to ensure programs and services are free of discrimination.
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) provides information on its rules requiring broadcasters and cable operators to make local emergency information accessible to people who have hearing or vision disabilities.
The NFPA offers a vareity of materials for both individuals with disabilities and public educators.
This site offers preparedness information in a number of languages for businesses and individuals, including information for individuals with disabilities.
This campaign from the American Public Health Organization (APHA) includes general preparedness tips for people with disabilities, as well as specific tips for people with mobility, hearing, vision, and cognitive disabilities. Tips are available in both English and Spanish in PDF and text formats, as well as audio recordings. Additionally, you can watch videos presented via YouTube in American Sign Language (ASL).
The Red Cross coordinates relief efforts around the world, and offers information (English and Spanish) and products for preparedness.
The National Association of State Directors of Development Disabilities Services (NASDDDS) developed this instrument to help state officials evaluate their preparedness plans in light of the needs of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
The RTCIL offers several online courses and a variety of publications for individiuals, health professionals, emergency planners, responders, and disaster relief workers. Topics covered range from disability etiquette and providing assistance to people with various types of disabilities in emergency situations, to planning and preparedness for service animals and pets.
This toolkit includes information, forms and checklists, and a variety of resources to help people with spinal cord injuries or other disabilities plan and prepare for disasters and emergencies.
NCHPAD promotes exercise and physical activity for people with disabilities.
NCA offers resources on inclusive outdoor and recreational activities. The site also features a product resource section with information on accessible picnic tables, golf cars, hunting and fishing equipment, playground components, and more.
Move United offers sports programs and competitions to people with all types of disabilities. Specific programs include the Wounded Warrior/Disabled Sports Project, the Warfighter Sports Series, and the Youth Sports Mentoring Program.
NADC promotes inclusion in all facets of the arts community for both audience members and artists with disabilities.
VSA offers a variety of programs to enhance participation in the arts for people with disabilities (look for the “VSA and Accessibility” tab).
This site offers resources to make the arts accessible for people with disabilities, older adults, veterans, and people living in institutions.
This organization promotes accessibility in cultural environments and facilitates a national network of cultural arts administrators in order to share resources and practical strategies.