Topic: disabilities
Definition:



  • Related tag cloud:

  • disability
  • disabled
  • handicapped
  • autism
  • special needs
  • cerebral palsy
  • children
  • education
  • handicap
  • accessibility
  • assistive technology
  • mental retardation
  • developmental disabilities
  • special education
  • rehabilitation
  • blind
  • learning
  • health
  • employment
  • developmental
  • ada
  • Resources:

    Department of Justice
    Information on the work of the office, a press information area, and a kids site.
    http://www.usdoj.gov/

    LD OnLine
    Interactive guide to learning disabilities for parents, teachers, and children. Articles, research, chat rooms, forums, newsletter, audio clips, calendar, store, ask the expert, resources, Kid Zone, personal essays, and a good search feature.
    http://www.ldonline.org/

    Learning Disabilities Association of America
    A national organization of parents, professionals and individuals with learning disabilities. Promoting advocacy, education, and research into the causes of learning disabilities to improve the quality of life.
    http://www.ldanatl.org/

    The Job Accommodation Network
    JAN is a consulting service that provides information about job accommodations and the employability of people with disabilities (including those with mental illness).
    http://janweb.icdi.wvu.edu/

    National Center for Learning Disabilities (NCLD)
    Offers news, events, information, resources, and referral services; promotes public awareness; develops educational programs; and advocates for more effective policies and legislation. Features "Living with LD" - a web-based guide for teens and adults to help promote success at school, at work, at home, and in the community.
    http://www.ncld.org/