ACRES
The official web site of the organization ACRES, the American Council on Rural Special Education.
http://extension.usu.edu/acres/Adolescence Directory On-Line
Electronic guide to information on adolescent issues. Offers web resources for educators, counselors, parents, researchers, health practitioners, and teens.
http://education.indiana.edu/cas/adol/adol.html
Adolescent Health Transition Project
Designed to help smooth the transition from pediatric to adult health care for adolescents with special health care needs. Includes resource information, materials, and links to other people with an interest in health transition issues.
http://depts.washington.edu/healthtr
Advocating Change Together
Advocating Change Together (ACT) started in 1979 in response to the growing concern that individuals with developmental disabilities were being isolated and excluded from decisions regarding their lives. ACT is a grassroots, member-controlled organiz
http://www.selfadvocacy.com
AECMN
Association for the Education of Children with Medical Needs. On its history and organisation.
http://www.aecmn.org
Alexander Graham Bell Association for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
The Alexander Graham Bell Association for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing is one of the world's largest membership organizations and information centers on hearing loss and the auditory approach. AG Bell focuses specifically on children with hearin
http://www.agbell.org
All Kinds Of Minds
Undertakes applied research, product development, program design, and professional training to foster the understanding and optimal care of children with differences in learning.
http://www.allkindsofminds.org/
American Academy of Allergy Asthma and Immunology
Study and treatment of allergic diseases through education, research and cooperation. Physician referral directory. Kids only section.
http://www.aaaai.org
American Academy of Pediatrics
The mission of the American Academy of Pediatrics is to attain optimal physical, mental and social health and well-being for all infants, children, adolescents and young adults.
http://www.aap.org
American Association on Mental Retardation (AAMR)
Promotes global development and dissemination of progressive policies, sound research, effective practices, and universal human rights for people with intellectual disabilities.
http://www.aamr.org/
American Brain Tumor Association
The American Brain Tumor Association (ABTA) exists to eliminate brain tumors through research and to meet the needs of patients and families.
http://www.abta.org
American Cancer Society
The American Cancer Society (ACS) is a nationwide, community- based voluntary health organization. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, the ACS has state divisions and more than 3,400 local offices.
http://www.cancer.org
American Council of the Blind
Strives to improve the well-being of all blind and visually impaired people by serving as a representative national organization of blind people; elevating the social, economic and cultural levels of blind people; and improving educational and rehabi
http://acb.org/
American Diabetes Association
The mission of the organization is to prevent and cure diabetes, and to improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes. To fulfill this mission, the American Diabetes Association funds research, publishes scientific findings, provides informati
http://www.diabetes.org/
American Foundation for the Blind (AFB)
The foundation's mission is to enable people who are blind or visually impaired to achieve equality of access and opportunity that will ensure freedom of choice in their lives.
http://www.afb.org/
American Music Therapy Association
Founded in 1998, AMTA's purpose is the progressive development of the therapeutic use of music in rehabilitation, special education, and community settings. Predecessors to the American Music Therapy Association included the National Association
http://www.musictherapy.org
American Nystagmus Network
The American Nystagmus Network seeks to provide technical and experiential information about nystagmus and its manifestations, but not medical advice. Information relates to a wide range of concerns including without limit, diagnosis, type, visual ef
http://www.nystagmus.org
American Printing House for the Blind
Producing books, magazines, and other materials in braille, large print, recorded, and digital formats, writing and recording equipment, materials for teaching blind students, and special supplies used in education and by adults.
http://www.aph.org
American Society for Action on Pain
ASAP is an organization of patients who suffer from chronic pain, their families, the physicians who treat them, and other interested citizens.
http://druglibrary.org/schaffer/asap
American Society for Deaf Children
An national, independent non-profit organization whose purpose is providing support, encouragement, and information to families raising children who are deaf or hard of hearing.
http://www.deafchildren.org/
Angelman Syndrome Foundation
ASF's Mission is to advance the awareness and treatment of Angelman Syndrome through education, information exchange and research.
http://www.angelman.org
Anxiety Network International
The Anxiety Network International provides information on the three largest anxiety disorders:Â social anxiety, panic/agoraphobia, and generalized anxiety.
http://www.anxietynetwork.com/
Aplastic Anemia and MDS International Foundation
AAMDS's mission is to serve as a resource directory for patient assistance and emotional support; provide educational materials and updated medical information; and financially support research to find effective treatments for aplastic anemia and
http://www.aamds.org
Arthritis Foundation
Arthritis Foundation efforts center on the three-fold mission of the organization: research, prevention and quality of life. The Arthritis Foundation currently provides nearly $20 million in grants to nearly 300 researchers to help find a cure, preve
http://www.arthritis.org
ASL Access
ASL Access takes the position that American Sign Language - ASL - is a unique language, used by many Deaf people and of practical value for others who appreciate visual communication. ASL Access encourages the acquisition and advancement of ASL skil
http://www.aslaccess.org
Assistive Media
The mission of Assistive Media is to heighten the educational, cultural, and quality-of-living standard for people with disabilities and help achieve independence and become better integrated within the mainstream of society and community life in gen
http://www.assistivemedia.org
Association for Persons with Severe Handicaps (TASH)
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.
http://www.TASH.org
Asthma and Allergy Foundations of America
The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) is the premier patient organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people with asthma and allergies through education, advocacy and research. Kids and Teens section.
http://www.aafa.org
Autism Society of America
The society's mission is to promote lifelong access and opportunities for persons within the autism spectrum and their families.
http://www.autism-society.org/
AVKO: Dyslexia Research Foundation
The AVKO Dyslexia Research Foundation has been founded to help determine: What dyslexia is, why traditional methods of teaching reading and writing fail to help most dyslexics learn to read and write. What techniques seem to the best to teach dyslex
http://www.avko.org
Bandaides and Blackboards
The intent of the site is to sensitize people to what it's like to grow up with a medical problem. Too often, youngsters so affected must cope with stigma as well as with their medical conditions. Teasing often accompanies this stigma, and adds a
http://funrsc.fairfield.edu/~jfleitas/contents.html
Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law
The Judge David L. Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law is a nonprofit legal advocacy organization based in Washington D.C. Our name honors the federal appeals court judge whose landmark decisions pioneered the field of mental health law, and our adv
http://www.bazelon.org/who.html
Best Buddies
Best Buddies is a non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing the lives of people with mental retardation by providing opportunities for one-to-one friendships and integrated employment. Best Buddies has grown from one chapter on one college campu
http://www.bestbuddies.org
Brain Injury Association
The mission of the Brain Injury Association is to create a better future through brain injury prevention, research, education and advocacy. This site provides a vast amount of information and state resources.
http://www.biausa.org
Burn Survivors Online
Burn Survivors Online (BSO) is a leading interactive Internet resource providing general medical information on burn injuries and a range of avenues offering peer support for burn survivors and their families. Through the World Wide Web, BSO is able
http://www.burnsurvivorsonline.com
Burn Survivors Throughout The World , Inc.
Nonprofit organization providing medical and psychological education on burn injuries.
http://www.burnsurvivorsttw.org/
C.H.A.D.D -Children and Adults with Attention Deficit Disorders
A national non-profit organization representing children and adults with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (AD/HD). CHADD works to improve the lives of people with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder through education, advocacy and suppor
http://www.chadd.org/
Canine Companions
Canine Companions for Independence is a non-profit organization that enhances the lives of people with disabilities by providing highly trained assistance dogs and ongoing support to ensure quality partnerships.
http://www.caninecompanions.org
Captioned Media Program
Free-loan media (no rental fees). Open-captioned (no need for a decoder). Funded by the U.S. Department of Education. Includes prepaid return labels. Deaf and hard of hearing persons, teachers, parents, and others may borrow materials. Other servic
http://www.cfv.org
Center for an Accessible Society
Funded by the National Institute on Disability and Rehabilitation Research, The Center for An Accessible Society is a national organization designed to focus public attention on disability and independent living issues by disseminating information de
http://www.accessiblesociety.org/
Center for Applied Special Technology
We believe that the most effective strategy for expanding educational opportunities for individuals with disabilities is through Universal Design for Learning. Our work now focuses the development of learning models, approaches, and tools that are us
http://www.cast.org
Center for Law and Education
Educational Rights of Students with Disabilities Project CLE has worked since its inception to vindicate the right of all students with disabilities to full and equal opportunity in public education, with a particular emphasis on issues critical to
http://www.cleweb.org/issues/rights.htm
Center for the Study of Autism
Provides resources for both professions and family members of individuals with autism. Includes interventions, family support, and stories of persons with autism.
http://www.autism.org/
CHERAB (Apraxis)
CHERAB Foundation is a Non-Profit Organization, a partnership of families and professionals working together to provide support and information for those who care for children that are late talkers, or for those diagnosed with apraxia. Our goal to
http://www.shopinservice.com/latetalker.htm
Child and Adolescent Bipolar Foundation
Early intervention and treatment offers the best chance for children with bipolar disorder to achieve stability, gain the best possible level of wellness, and grow up to enjoy their gifts and build upon their strengths. Proper treatment can minimize
http://www.bpkids.org
Children, Youth, and Family Consortium
The Children, Youth, and Family Consortium was established during the Fall of 1991 to bring together the varied competencies of the University of Minnesota and the vital resources of Minnesota's communities to enhance the ability of individuals a
http://www.cyfc.umn.edu
Childrens' Craniofacial Association
Children's Craniofacial Association is a national, 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, dedicated to improving the quality of life for people with facial differences and their families. Nationally and internationally, CCA addresses the medical, finan
http://www.ccakids.com
Christopher Reeve Paralysis Foundation
The Christopher Reeve Paralysis Foundation (CRPF) encourages and supports research to develop effective treatments and a cure for paralysis caused by spinal cord injury and other central nervous system disorders. The Foundation evaluates and selects
http://www.paralysis.org
Chronic Ill Net
ChronicIllnet is the first multimedia information source on the Internet dedicated to chronic illnesses including AIDS, cancer, Persian Gulf War Syndrome, autoimmune diseases, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, heart disease and neurological diseases. This si
http://www.chronicillnet.org
ClercCenter at Gallaudet University
The national mission is to develop, collect, disseminate, conduct research into and evaluate the most effective literacy strategies, family education methods, and school- to-work transition practices with deaf and hard of hearing students.
http://ClercCenter.gallaudet.edu/InfoToGo/index.html
Closing The Gap
Focuses on computer technology for people with special needs through its bi-monthly newspaper, annual international conference and extensive web site.
http://www.closingthegap.com/
Consortium for Appropriate Dispute Resolution in Special Education (CADRE)
CADRE supports parents, educators and administrators to benefit from the full continuum of dispute resolution options that can prevent and resolve conflict and ultimately lead to informed partnerships that focus on results for children and youth.
http://www.directionservice.org/cadre
Consortium for Citizens with Disabilities
The Consortium for Citizens with Disabilities is a Coalition of national consumer, advocacy, provider and professional organizations headquartered in Washington, D.C. Since 1973, the CCD has advocated on behalf of people of all ages with physical and
http://www.c-c-d.org
Coordinated Campaign for Learning Disabilities
Six nonprofit leaders in the field of learning disabilities form the core of the Coordinated Campaign for Learning Disabilities (CCLD): Organizations include: Council for Learning Disabilities, Division for Learning Disabilities, International Dysle
http://www.ldonline.org/ccldinfo/
Correctional Education Association
The Correctional Education Association (CEA), founded in 1946, is a non-profit, professional association serving educators and administrators who provide services to students in correctional settings. The CEA is the largest affiliate of the American
http://www.ceanational.org
Council for Disability Rights
On national, state, and local levels, the Council for Disability Rights advances the rights of people with disabilities. The Council promotes public policy and legislation, public awareness through education, and provides information and referral s
http://www.disabilityrights.org/
Council for Exceptional Children
Largest international professional organization dedicated to improving educational outcomes for individuals with exceptionalities. Primarily for professionals in the field of special education.
http://www.cec.sped.org/
Council for Parents, Attorneys and Advocates
COPAA does not represent the interests of any single type of disability. COPAA's chief concern is the availability and quality of legal and advocacy services for parents of children with all disabilities. The prime objective is to better integrat
http://www.copaa.net
Crespar
Center for Research on the Education of Students Placed At Risk. Concerned with conducting research, intervention, evaluation, and dissemination projects to better ensure the academic success of children from groups that have historically been placed
http://crespar.law.howard.edu/
Debbie Chisholm Memorial Foundation
Organization dedicated to granting wishes of terminally ill children.
http://www.dcmfwishes.org/
Disabilities Statistics Center
The center's purpose is to produce and disseminate statistical information on disability and the status of people with disabilities in American society and to establish and monitor indicators of how conditions are changing over time.
http://dsc.ucsf.edu/
Disability Information for Students and Professionals
A multi-featured news, jobs, and discussion resource for students from around the world studying to support and work for individuals with disabilities.
http://www.abilityinfo.com
disability.gov
A comprehensive site of US federal programs for families dealing with disabilities. Includes a section specifically related to children.
http://disability.gov/
DisabilityOnline.com
A huge directory for everything having to do with disabilities. Very impressive site
http://www.disabilityonline.com
EASI Equal Access to Software and Information
A resource to the education community that provides information and guidance in the area of access-to-information technologies by individuals with disabilities.
http://www.rit.edu/~easi/
Eating Disorders Education Organization
EDEO is involved in providing information on eating disorders and offering support to families and friends of individuals with eating disorders.
http://www.edeo.org/
Epilepsy Foundation
The Epilepsy Foundation is a national, charitable organization, founded in 1968 as the Epilepsy Foundation of America. The only such organization wholly dedicated to the welfare of people with epilepsy, our mission is simple: to work for children an
http://www.epilepsyfoundation.org
Families for Early Autism Treatment
FEAT (Families for Early Autism Treatment) is a non-profit organization of parents and professionals, designed to help families with children who have received the diagnosis of Autism or Pervasive Developmental Disorder (PDD NOS).
http://www.feat.org
Family and Advocates Partnership in Education
The Family & Advocates Partnership for Education (FAPE) Web site is a new project which aims to inform and educate families and advocates about the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act of 1997 and promising practices.
http://www.fape.org
Family Village
A global community that integrates information, resources, and communication opportunities on the Internet for persons with cognitive and other disabilities, for their families, and for those that provide them services and support.
http://www.familyvillage.wisc.edu/index.htmlx
Federation of Families for Children's Mental Health
To address the unique needs of children and youth with emotional, behavioral or mental disorders from birth through transition to adulthood. To ensure the rights of full citizenship, support and access to community-based services for all children and
http://www.ffcmh.org
Hospice Foundation of America
The Hospice Foundation of America is a nonprofit organization that promotes hospice care and works to educate professionals and the families they serve in issues relating to caregiving, terminal illness, loss and bereavement.
http://www.hospicefoundation.org
Hydrocephalus Association
The Hydrocephalus Association's mission is to provide support, education and advocacy for individuals, families and professionals.
http://www.hydroassoc.org
iCanOnline
iCanOnline brings together content, community and resources in one place that is easy to navigate and welcomes your input. This site is for individuals of all ages; however, it includes many resources relating to child and youth.
http://www.icanonline.net/
Inclusion Network
The Inclusion Network is a non-profit organization whose staff and volunteers partner to promote inclusion of people with disabilities.
http://www.inclusion.org
International Association for the Scientific Study of Intellectual Disabilities (IASSID)
The International Association for the Scientific Study of Intellectual Disabilities (mental retardation and related developmental disabilities) is an international and interdisciplinary scientific organization that promotes worldwide research and exc
http://www.iassid.org
International Dyslexia Organization
The International Dyslexia Association is an international, non-profit organization dedicated to the study and treatment of the learning disability, dyslexia. The IDA was established to continue the pioneering work of Dr. Samuel T. Orton, a neurolog
http://www.interdys.org
International Federation for Hydrocephalus and Spina Bifida
Its mission is to improve the quality of life of people with Hydrocephalus and Spina Bifida throughout the world. To decrease the prevalence of Hydrocephalus and/or Spina Bifida by primary prevention.
http://www.ifglobal.org/
International Rett Syndrome Association
The mission of the IRSA is: to support and encourage medical research to determine the cause and find a cure for Rett syndrome, to increase public awareness of Rett syndrome, and to provide informational and emotional support to families of child
http://www.rettsyndrome.org
Internet Special Education Resources
ISER is a nationwide directory of professionals who serve the learning disabilities and special education communities. We help parents and caregivers find local special education professionals to help with learning disabilities and attention deficit
http://www.iser.com
LD - Parent Soup Education Central
We've all heard those phrases: "underachieving, sloppy, not living up to potential, disruptive, careless." The reality behind the words is that many of our kids struggle through school with undetected learning problems. The right help w
http://www.parentsoup.com/edcentral/LD
Learn CPR
This web site is to be used as a free guide and an informational resource, but it cannot replace real CPR or first aid training. Please try to attend a CPR training course in your community and help save a life. The information in this web site is b
http://depts.washington.edu/learncpr/index.html
Learning Disablities Council
The LDC addresses issues affecting children and adults with learning disabilities. Includes newsletter and forum.
http://www.cldinternational.org/
Little People of America
Little People of America, Inc. (LPA), will assist dwarfs with their physical and developmental concerns resulting from short stature. By providing medical, environmental, educational, vocational, and parental guidance, short-statured individuals and
http://www.lpaonline.org
Lupus Foundation of America
The Lupus Foundation of America is the only nationwide voluntary organization exclusively serving the entire lupus community, including patients, their families, physicians, researchers, and the general public. Our mission is to educate and support t
http://www.lupus.org
MAX Foundation
The MAX Foundation is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to the promotion of special education awareness and to support deserving schools, research centers and organizations providing for children with special needs.
http://maxfoundation.org
Mobility International
As a US-based national non-profit organization, the mission of Mobility International USA (MIUSA) is to empower people with disabilities around the world through international exchange, information, technical assistance and training, and to ensure th
http://www.miusa.org
Muscular Dystrophy Association
The Muscular Dystrophy Association is a voluntary health agency -- a dedicated partnership between scientists and concerned citizens aimed at conquering neuromuscular diseases that affect more than a million Americans.
http://www.mdausa.org
National Association of Protection and Advocacy Systems
Nationwide network of congressionally mandated, legally-based disability rights agencies. P&A agencies have the authority to provide legal representation and other advocacy services, under all federal and state laws, to all people with disabili
http://www.protectionandadvocacy.com
National Academy for Child Development
The National Academy for Child Development, Inc. is an international organization of parents and professionals dedicated to helping children and adults reach their full potential. The over 15,000 clients served by NACD have come to us with labels inc
http://www.nacd.org
National Alliance for the Mentally Ill
The mission of the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill is "to eradicate mental illness and improve the quality of life of those affected by these diseases." NAMI has affiliate organizations in every state.
http://www.nami.org/
National Arts and Disability Center
The National Arts and Disability Center (NADC) is the national information dissemination, technical assistance and referral center specializing in the field of arts and disability. The NADC is dedicated to promoting the full inclusion of children and
http://nadc.ucla.edu
National Association for the Education of Young Children
The National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) is the nation's largest organization of early childhood professionals and others dedicated to improving the quality of early childhood education programs for children birth th
http://www.naeyc.org/default.htm
National Association of the Deaf
The NAD safeguards the accessibility and civil rights of 28 million deaf and hard of hearing Americans in a variety of areas including education, employment, health care and social services, and telecommunications.
http://www.nad.org
National Ataxia Foundation
The National Ataxia Foundation is a nonprofit organization established in 1957 with the primary mission of encouraging and supporting research into Hereditary Ataxia, a group of neurological disorders which are chronic and progressive conditions affe
http://www.ataxia.org
National Center for Early Development and Learning
Research at the National Center for Early Development & Learning (NCEDL), focuses on enhancing the cognitive, social and emotional development of children from birth through age eight.
http://www.fpg.unc.edu/~ncedl
National Center for Injury Prevention and Control
The National Center for Injury Prevention and Control (NCIPC) is the lead federal agency for injury prevention, NCIPC works closely with other federal agencies; national, state, and local organizations; state and local health departments; and researc
http://www.cdc.gov/ncipc
National Center for Learning Disabilities
NCLD's Mission is to promote public awareness and understanding of children and adults with learning disabilities, and to provide national leadership on their behalf, so they may achieve their potential and enjoy full participation in our society
http://www.ncld.org/
National Center for the Dissemination of Research Research
Outcomes of disability research should offer great utility to people with disabilities and their families, practitioners engaged in various types of disability service delivery, scientists and researchers, policymakers, journalists, healthcare provid
http://www.ncddr.org
National Center on Education, Disability, and Juvenile Justice
NCEDJJ is a collaborative research, training, technical assistance and dissemination program designed to develop more effective responses to the needs of youth with disabilities in the juvenile justice system or those at-risk for involvement with the
http://www.edjj.org
National Center to Improve Practice in Special Education
The National Center to Improve Practice was federally funded project to improve educational outcomes for students with disabilities by promoting the effective use of assistive and instructional technologies among educators and related personnel serv
http://www2.edc.org/NCIP
National Cued Speech Association
Cued Speech is a sound-based visual communication system which, in English, uses eight handshapes in four different locations ("cues") in combination with the natural mouth movements of speech, to make all the sounds of spoken language lo
http://www.cuedspeech.org
National Down Syndrome Society
The National Down Syndrome Society is a not-for-profit organization that has become the largest non-governmental supporter of Down syndrome research in the United States. Today, NDSS continues to increase public awareness about Down syndrome and disc
http://www.ndss.org
National Family Caregivers
Activities list, personal accounts, promotional materials, and sponsor information for the National Family Caregivers Month 2001.
http://www.nfcacares.org/
National Fathers Network
The National Fathers Network (NFN) advocates for and provides resources and support to all men who have children with special needs through: Development of national and statewide databases of fathers from diverse ethnic, racial, and geographic backgr
http://www.fathersnetwork.org
National Fibromyalgia Partnership
NFP's mission is to make medically-accurate, quality resource information on fibromyalgia (FM) available to our membership, health care professionals, and the community-at-large. Our Goal is to provide informational tools so as to promote the ti
http://www.fmpartnership.org
National Institute of Mental Health
The public section offers information from NIMH about the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of mental illnesses. Included are brochures and information sheets, reports, press releases, fact sheets, and other educational materials.
http://www.nimh.nih.gov/publicat/index.cfm
National Institute of Neurological Disorders
Conducts, fosters, coordinates, and guides research on the causes, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of neurological disorders and stroke, and supports basic research in related scientific areas.
http://www.ninds.nih.gov
National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders
The National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD) is part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH). We are part of the U.S. Government, under the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Provides comprehensive info
http://www.nidcd.nih.gov/
National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped
A free national library program of braille and recorded materials for blind and physically handicapped persons is administered by the National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped (NLS), Library of Congress. Under a special provi
http://www.loc.gov/nls
National Mental Health Association
The NMHA is an excellent resource for consumer, professionals, advocates or anyone interested in all aspects of mental health. Contains legislative alerts, media reviews, and a vast array of materials.
http://www.nmha.org/
National Mental Health Services Knowledge Exchange Network (KEN)
KEN provides a wealth of information regarding mental health. It has an extensive section dedicated to services and resources for children and adolescents. Hundreds of publications are available along with links to other sites dealing mental health
http://www.mentalhealth.org
National Organization for Rare Disorders
The National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD) is a unique federation of voluntary health organizations dedicated to helping people with rare "orphan" diseases and assisting the organizations that serve them. NORD is committed to the i
http://www.rarediseases.org/
National Organization on Disabilities
The National Organization on Disability promotes the full and equal participation of America's 54 million men, women and children with disabilities in all aspects of life. N.O.D. was founded in 1982 at the conclusion of the United Nations Interna
http://www.nod.org/
National PTA
National PTA is the largest volunteer child advocacy organization in the United States. A not-for-profit association of parents, educators, students, and other citizens active in their schools and communities, PTA is a leader in reminding our nation
http://www.pta.org
National Sleep Foundation
The National Sleep Foundation (NSF) is an independent nonprofit organization dedicated to improving public health and safety by achieving public understanding of sleep and sleep disorders, and by supporting public education, sleep-related research, a
http://www.sleepfoundation.org
National Spinal Cord Injury Association
The NSCIA has many chapters throughout the United States. Members work with local and national officials and agencies to develop better programs and services and act as community advocates for improved access, housing, transportation, employment, an
http://www.spinalcord.org
National Sports Center for the Disabled
The National Sports Center for the Disabled (NSCD), is an innovative non-profit organization that provides recreation for children and adults with disabilities.
http://www.nscd.org
Nonverbal Learning Disabilities Association
The NLDA promotes education, support, and advocacy for people with Nonverbal Learning Disabilities, and for professionals and family members.
http://www.nlda.org
Nostra Sra. de Meritxell
Andorran center of attention to the handicapped
http://eensmeritxell.swiki.net/1
Obsessive Compulsive Foundation
Provides support to educate the public and professional communities about OCD and related disorders; to provide assistance to individuals with OCD and related disorders, their family and friends; and to fund research into the causes and effective
http://www.ocfoundation.org
Osteogenesis Imperfecta Foundation
Supports and encourages medical research, educates the public, and disseminates information to patients, their families, and medical professionals
http://www.oif.org
Our-Kids
Our-Kids is a "Family" of parents, caregivers and others who are working with children with physical and/or mental disabilities and delays. We call the list "Our-Kids". While it isn't exactingly descriptive, it avoids the pit
http://www.our-kids.org
Parent Educational Advocacy Training Center (PEATC)
Assists the families of children with disabilities through education, information and training. PEATC builds parent-professional partnerships to promote success in school and community life. Based in Virginia.
http://www.peatc.org/
ParentPals
Parent Pals is sponsored by Ameri-Corp Speech and Hearing. Our goal is to provide special education and gifted information, continuing education, support, weekly tips, games, book resources, and news and views for parents and professionals. Therapist
http://www.parentpals.com/index2.html
Paws With A Cause
Trains assistance dogs nationally for people with disabilities and provides lifetime team support which encourages independence. PAWS promotes awareness through education.
http://www.pawswithacause.org
Prader-Willi Syndrome Association
Prader-Willi Syndrome Association (USA) is dedicated to serving individuals affected by Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWS), their families, and interested professionals. To provide information, education, and support services to its members.
http://www.pwsausa.org
Prevent Blindness America
Volunteer eye health and safety organization dedicated to fighting blindness and saving sight.
http://www.preventblindness.org/
PUSH America
PUSH America is the national outreach project of Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity. Because of our commitment to brotherhood, we provide leadership opportunities, services and education to promote a greater understanding of persons who have developmental disab
http://www.pushamerica.org
Recordings for the Blind and Dyslexic
RFB&D is the nation's educational library for people with print disabilities. We provide educational materials in recorded and computerized formats from kindergarten through postgraduate level. Materials are for all people who cannot effectiv
http://www.rfbd.org
Schwab Learning
Dedicated to raising awareness about learning differences and to providing parents with the information, resources and support they need to improve the lives of kids with learning differences.
http://www.schwablearning.org/
Scoliosis Association, The
The Scoliosis Association, Inc. is a non-profit, volunteer non-medical organization. Since 1974, we have been helping those with scoliosis by providing information and having support groups and information lines.
http://www.scoliosis-assoc.org
Sidran: Tramautic Stress Foundation
Sidran is a nonprofit charitable organization devoted to education, advocacy, and research to benefit people who are suffering from injuries of traumatic stress. Whether caused by family violence, crime, disasters, war, or any other overwhelming expe
http://www.sidran.org
Smile Train, The
The Smile Train is a non-profit organization that is committed to eradicating the problem of cleft lips and palates.
http://www.smiletrain.org/
Special Friends Foundation
The primary mission of the Special Friends Foundation is to enable families to understand quickly what Rubinstein-Taybi Syndrome (RTS) is all about and what resources are available.
http://www.specialfriends.org/schoolsystemin.html
Special Needs - Special Kids: Disability Awareness
The objectives of this site include promoting the awareness of children with special needs of all kinds; promoting brighter futures for them and their families; and to provide support and education resources for their families, and those who support
http://members.tripod.com/~imaware/index.html
SpEdEx
Whether you are an educator, professional, parent, consumer, student, or just someone interested in special education, we hope that you find what you need here at SpEdEx. We have strived to provide resources such as links, online documents, listings
http://www.spedex.com/main_graphics.htm
Spina Bifida Association of American
The Mission of the Spina Bifida Association of America is to promote the prevention of spina bifida and to enhance the lives of all affected. The Association was founded in 1973 to address the specific needs of the spina bifida community and serves a
http://www.sbaa.org
Starbright Foundation
The STARBRIGHT Foundation is dedicated to the development of projects that empower seriously ill children to combat the medical and emotional challenges they face on a daily basis. STARBRIGHT projects do more than educate or entertain: they address t
http://www.starbright.org
TechDis
U.K.-based service aimed at enhancing access for those with learning difficulties and/or disabilities, to learning and teaching, research and administration across higher and further education through the use of information and communication technolo
http://www.techdis.ac.uk/
The Center for Disease Control and Prevention: BAM! Body and Mind
Provide information, materials for students and classrooms. Has related information about birth defects, child development, and disability and health.
http://www.bam.gov/
The Hong Kong Society for the Blind Communication Department
Works to provide comprehensive library services in Braille and provide recorded reading materials to visually impaired people of all age groups in Hong Kong and to ensure their right to the 　　　access of information.
http://www.hksb.com.hk/
Tourette Syndrome Association
Develops and disseminates educational materials; stimulates support for research; apprises members of rights, services, and benefits provided by government and other organizations
http://www.tsa-usa.org
Turner Syndrome Society of the United States
Mission is to increase public awareness and understanding of Turner Syndrome; increase understanding of those affected by Turner Syndrome about the condition and its associated problems; provide a forum where those affected by Turner Syndrome can
http://www.turner-syndrome-us.org/
Tyler For Life Foundation, The
The Tyler For Life Foundation, Inc. is a non-profit voluntary organization whose mission is to improve the lives of babies by preventing mental retardation and death resulting from disorders detectable through newborn screening.
http://www.tylerforlife.com
United Cerebral Palsy
This site serves as the gateway to all state and local United Cerebral Palsy chapters.
http://www.ucp.org
United Ostomy Association
The United Ostomy Association is a volunteer-based health organization dedicated to providing education, information, support and advocacy for people who have had or will have intestinal or urinary diversions.
http://www.uoa.org
Very Special Arts
VSA arts is an International organization that creates learning opportunities through the arts for people with disabilities. The organization offers arts-based programs in creative writing, dance, drama, music and the visual arts implemented primaril
http://www.vsarts.org
World Association of Persons with Disabilities
WAPD advances the interests of persons with disAbilities at national, state, local and home levels. We believe that all are entitled to high quality of life. Over ten years of "grassroots" planning and growth have catapulted the associati
http://wapd.org/index.html
Wrightslaw
Parents, advocates, educators, and attorneys come to Wrightslaw for accurate, up-to-date information about effective advocacy for children with disabilities. You'll find hundreds of articles, cases, newsletters, and other information about spe
http://www.wrightslaw.com
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