November 21, 2024

Disability

Find helpful resources including social networking, advocacy, specific health issues, accessibility, gadgets, technology advances, travel, lifestyle planning, health care, opportunities, community, political action, safety and more.

AccessibleNYC

Planning a trip to New York City? This site will help you find the destinations, services, reataurants, hotels, stores and more – all accessible. Watch out – NYC has its eyes on being the number one destination for travelers with disabilities....

Disability Insurance Statistics Bank

Although this is a private insurance company, the web page presents useful statistics and raises a valid point when considering disability insurance. “Individual Disability Insurance from Principal Life Insurance Company helps clients protect their most valuable asset – their ability to work and earn an income. The following statistics support...

Disability Statistics Center

“The Disability Statistics Center produces and disseminates policy-relevant statistical information on the demographics and status of people with disabilities in American society. The Center’s work focuses on how that status is changing over time with regard to employment, access to technology, health care, community-based services, and other aspects of independent...

Disaboom

Community! For people touched by disabilities, be it amputee, caregiver, disabled veteran, or those interested in exploring adaptive sports, accessible travel, or any other disability-related topic. This website provides lifestyle articles, blogs, forums, health information and shared knowledge. Great resource for expertise and community....

Easter Seals Disability Services

“Easter Seals has been helping individuals with disabilities and special needs, and their families, live better lives for nearly 90 years. From child development centers to physical rehabilitation and job training for people with disabilities, Easter Seals offers a variety of services to help people with disabilities address life’s challenges and achieve...

Infinitec, Inc.

The Mission of Infinitec is to advance independence and promote inclusive opportunities for children and adults with disabilities through technology. The Infinitec staff helps people with disabilities find and get access to information, technology services, training, assistive equipment and specialists by creating partnerships that maximize resources. Assistive technology is any...

Let Kids Play

“Founder, Mara Kaplan is an educator, mom of a child with disabilities and seasoned advocate for inclusive play. Learn more about Mara.  Let Kids Play is a consulting firm that works with manufacturers, communities, non-profits, park districts, retail stores, and parents on projects and strategies that ensure that all children...

National Organization on Disability

“The mission of the National Organization on Disability (NOD) is to expand the participation and contribution of America’s 54 million men, women and children with disabilities in all aspects of life. Just over one-third of working-age Americans with disabilities are employed. That’s barely half the employment rate of the general...

NYC Mayor’s Office for People with Disabilities

“The Mayor’s Office for People with Disabilities works hand-in-hand with other City agencies to assure that the voice of the disabled community is represented and that City programs and policies address the needs of people with disabilities. We have developed a number of informative brochures and directories that detail programs,...

United Spinal Association

“For over 60 years, we have been an active voice in the disability community and a leading provider of outstanding programs and services for individuals with disabilities. The mission of United Spinal Association is to provide expertise, create access to resources and strengthen hope, thereby enabling people with spinal cord...

Vision Zone .org

“VisionZone is the first live and virtual eye health resource designed to bridge the gap between disease, prevention, awareness and solutions. VisionZone Live and VisionZone.org connects the eye care, visually impaired and caretaker communities through a blended interactive experience. Now professionals, businesses, associations and consumers can relate both virtually and...