Resources- General Links
www.infantva.org
Associated Program *** will link to all local programs.
National Council on Disability www.ncd.gov
NCD's overall purpose is
to promote policies, programs, practices, and procedures that guarantee
equal opportunity for all individuals with disabilities, regardless of the
nature or severity of the disability; and to empower individuals with
disabilities to achieve economic self-sufficiency, independent living, and
inclusion and integration into all aspects of society
Successful Playtime Strategies For Children With Mobility Impairments
Family Village www.familyvillage.wisc.edu/index.htmlx
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information, resources, and communication opportunities on the Internet for
persons with cognitive and other disabilities.
Acoustic Neuroma Association www.anausa.org
600 Peachtree Pkwy, Suite 108, Cumming, GA 30041-6899
770-205-8211 voice 770-205-0239
e-mail: ANAusa@aol.com
***** The Acoustic Neuroma Association
provides information and support to patients who have been diagnosed with or
experienced an acoustic neuroma or other benign problem affecting the
cranial nerves. ANA is an incorporated, non-profit organization, recognized
as such by the IRS, and is supported by contributions from its members. The
association also furnishes information on patient rehabilitation to
physicians and health care personnel, promotes research on acoustic neuroma,
and educates the public regarding symptoms suggestive of acoustic neuroma,
thus promoting early diagnosis and successful treatment.
ADDed Reality www.addedreality.com
*****This site's motto is "Nobody can do
everything... but everyone can do something." This site offers information
on a variety of disorders, including Asberger Syndrome, Dysgraphia, Tourette
Syndrome, Gifted and LD, as well as books, articles, technology links, and
fun links for kids.
AirLifeLine National Office www.airlifeline.org
50 Fullerton Court, Suite 200,
Sacramento, CA 95825
toll free 1-877-AIRLIFE
voice 916-641-7800
fax 916-641-0600
e-mail: staff@airlifline.org
*****AirLifeLine is a
national non-profit charitable organization of over 1,500 private pilots who
fly ambulatory patients who cannot afford the cost of travel to medical
facilities for diagnosis and treatment. Our pilots donate their time,
aircraft and fuel to make this air transportation service totally free of
charge for patients who qualify.
American Juvenile Arthritis Organization www.arthritis.org
1330 W. Peachtree Street, Atlanta, Ga. 30309
1-800-283-7800 toll free
Assistive Technology Loan Fund Authority www.atlfa.org
8004 Franklin Farms Drive, Richmond, Va. 23288
804-662-9993 voice
804-662-9139 fax
Contact Person: Michael Scione, Executive Director
Community Parent Resource Ctr. www.padda.org
(Serving Hampton Roads and Tidewater)
PADDA Community Parents Resource Center
813 Forrest Drive, Suite 3
Newport News, VA 23606 757-591-9119 voice
888-337-2332 toll
free
Contact Person: Mark Jacob, Executive Director
e-mail: webmaster@padda.org
Action Alliance for Virginia's Children and Youth www.vakids.org
701 East Franklin Street, Suite 807
Richmond, Va. 23219
804-649-0184 voice
"*****Our mission is to build a powerful voice for
children and to inspire the people of Virginia to act on
their behalf.
Disability, Abuse and Personal Rights Project (DAPR) www.disability-abuse.com
Spectrum Institute
P. O. Box T, Culver City, CA 90230
voice 310-391-2420
fax 310-390-6994
e-mail: Drnora@doctor.com
*****DAPR conducts research and training
regarding the sexual abuse of children and adults with disabilities, primarily developmental disabilities. In addition, DAPR
coordinates the only national conference on this topic. Publications available through DAPR include a
guide for parents on risk reduction, a guide written for survivors with developmental disabilities,
and an interviewing guidebook. DAPR provides training to law enforcement personnel, child protective
services workers, judges, and prosecutors on risk reduction, reporting, and interviewing. Services in Spanish are available
Children Awaiting Parents www.capbook.org
Has a computerized photolisting of children with special needs awaiting adoption, and
adoption - related information on the Internet
Community www.community.com
This organization offers support for unique families regarding adoption and children's disabilities
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