Resources
As an added service to families and caregivers the following reference links provide valuable information on disability related issues.
AbilityHub
www.abilityhub.com
AbilityHub is an assistive technology related web site for people with a disability who find operating a computer difficult, maybe even impossible. AbilityHub is a firm starting point for finding Information concerning Assistive Technology.
American Association on Mental Retardation (AAMR)
www.aamr.org
AAMR is the oldest and largest interdisciplinary organization of professionals and others concerned about mental retardation and related disabilities.
American Disabilities Act
www.ada.gov
U.S. Department of Justice website with information and Technical assistance on the American Disabilities Act.
Autism Society of America
www.autism-society.org
The mission of the Autism Society of America is to promote lifelong access and opportunities for persons with the autism spectrum and their families, to be fully included, participating members of their communities through advocacy, public awareness, education, and research related to autism.
Association for the Severely Handicapped
www.tash.org
TASH is an international association of people with disabilities, their family members, other advocates, and professionals fighting for a society in which inclusion of all people in all aspects of society is the norm.
California Department of Developmental Services (DDS)
www.dds.cahwnet.gov
DDS is the agency through which the State of California provides services and supports to children and adults with developmental disabilities. These disabilities include mental retardation, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, autism and related conditions.
California Department of Rehabilitation
www.dor.ca.gov
The mission of the Department of Rehabilitation is to assist Californians with disabilities in obtaining and retaining employment and maximizing their ability to live independently in their communities.
Central Valley Regional Center
www.cvrc.org
CVRC’s mission is to help individuals with developmental disabilities and children at risk, to reach their goals. Coordinating resources, and collaborating with other agencies to develop the best services for clients and families.
People First of California, Inc.
www.peoplefirstca.org
The mission of People First of California, Inc. (PFCA) is to serve all people with developmental challenges throughout California. PFCA serves as a role model for people with developmental disabilities in personal empowerment, leadership and advocacy.
National Parent Network on Disabilities (NPND)
www.npnd.org
The goal of the National Parent Network on Disabilities (NPND) is to provide a presence and nation voice for ALL families of children, youth and adults with disabilities.
Social Security Administration
Special Olympics
www.specialolympics.org
Special Olympics is an international organization created to help people with intellectual disabilities develop self confidence, social skills and a sense of personal accomplishment. Providing year round training and competition for more than one million athletes.
Talk About Curing Autism (TACA)
www.tacanow.org
Talk About Curing Autism (TACA) provides information, resources, and support to families affected by autism. TACA helps strengthen the autism community by connecting families to professionals who can help them.
The ARC National
www.thearc.org
The national organization of and for people with mental retardation and related developmental disabilities and their families.
Yahoo’s Disability Resources
www.yahoo.com/yahoo/Society_and_Culture/Disabilities
View the set of www sites listed by Yahoo (search tool) as related to disability issues.