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The Administration for Children and Families (ACF), within the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is responsible for federal programs that promote the economic and social well-being of families, children, individuals, and communities. ACF programs aim to achieve the following: *families and individuals empowered to increase their own economic independence and productivity; *strong, healthy, supportive communities that have a positive impact on the quality of life and the development of children; *partnerships with individuals, front-line service providers, communities, American Indian tribes, Native communities, states, and Congress that enable solutions which transcend traditional agency boundaries; *services planned, reformed, and integrated to improve needed access;*and a strong commitment to working with people with developmental disabilities, refugees, and migrants to address their needs, strengths, and abilities.

The web site for New Mobility Magazine and the leading online resource for Disability Culture and Lifestyle. Research and communication tool for anyone with an interest in disability issues.

Web site for the disability rights publication formerly known as The Disability Rag.

World's leading web site on learning disabilities and ADHD, serving more than 250,000 parents, teachers, and other professionals each month.The site features helpful articles, multimedia, monthly columns by noted experts, first person essays, children's writing and artwork, a comprehensive resource guide, very active forums, and a Yellow Pages referral directory of professionals, schools, and products.

Provides tools to help Marylanders with disabilities and seniors enjoy the same rights and opportunities as other citizens. These tools are called "assistive technology" or "AT". Assistive Technology (AT) is any item needed to live, work or learn more independently. The program provides a streamlined service of product information, consultation, and resource assistance in order to make assistive technology more available, affordable and usable for Marylanders with disabilities and seniors.

Working at expanding the accessibility of tools, resources and technology that will help increase independence, improve personal productivity, and enhance the quality of life for all Californians. Provides information, referrals, training, and technical assistance to those who share an interest in and commitment to the practical and effective use of technology by people with disabilities. California AT System (CATS) is a statewide project which promotes access to assistive technologies, related services, and information to enable people with disabilities to be successful, independent and productive.

Professional working to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. providing worldwide leadership in the field of mental retardation. We're a powerful community of leaders with a strong voice and important mission. AAIDD, (formerly AAMR -- American Association of Mental Retardation) is the oldest and largest interdisciplinary organization of professionals and citizens concerned about intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Provides leadership and support for a comprehensive program of research related to the rehabilitation of individuals with disabilities. All of our programmatic efforts are aimed at improving the lives of individuals with disabilities from birth through adulthood

CDC Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - Developmental disabilities: Topic Home

The IDD Branch sponsors research and research training aimed at preventing and ameliorating intellectual and related developmental disabilities. The program supports biomedical, biobehavioral, behavioral, and translational research in etiology, pathophysiology, screening, prevention, treatment, and epidemiology.

The long-range objectives of the Colorado Learning Disabilities Research Center (CLDRC) are the identification, characterization, validation and amelioration of reading disabilities and ADHD, the two most prevalent and often co-morbid disorders of childhood.

U.S. Department of Education - My Child's Special Needs - A Guide to the Individualized Education Program (IEP) - Archived Information providing guidance to assist educators, parents, and state and local educational agencies in implementing the requirements of Part B of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) regarding Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for children with disabilities, including preschool-aged children. (This guide does not address the development of Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSP) for infants and toddlers.)

National Research Center on Learning Disabilities - SLD Determination information, guidelines and resources

LD online Research and Reports - Thirty years ago, the term "learning disability" did not exist. Thanks to researchers around the world, we have made great progress at understanding and giving names to the various disorders that are now recognized as learning disabilities. New research continues, and we're learning new information all the time. We have gathered together both the latest and most ground breaking articles for this research and reports section.

The Vanderbilt Kennedy Center for Research on Human Development is a Eunice Kennedy Shriver Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Research Center (EKS IDDRC) dedicated to improving the quality of life of persons with disorders of thinking, learning, perception, communication, mood and emotion caused by disruption of typical development.

Journal of Child Neurology - Study Abstract: Significance of Microcephaly Among Children with Developmental Disabilities

Life Without Limits is a national movement to empower people with disabilities to envision and build a better future for themselves, their community, and society. A platform to promote projects that advance the health and well-being of people with disabilities, three initial projects underscore its key focus areas My Child Without Limits (early childhood intervention); Ruby's Bequest (care giving); and Emerging Technologies for Independent Living (housing & technology) United Cerebral Palsy (UCP), a pivotal advocate for people with all disabilities, is leading the Life Without Limits initiative in cooperation with former Congressman, and lifelong advocate for people with disabilities, Tony Coelho ."

U.S. Department of Justice - Civil Rights Division - A Guide to Disability Rights Laws

National Center on Accessibility - Department of Recreation, Park and Tourism Studies School of Health, Physixal Education and Recreation The National Center on Accessibility promotes access and inclusion for people with disabilities in parks, recreation and tourism. Based at Indiana University and established in 1992 through a cooperative agreement with the National Park Service, NCA has emerged as a leading authority on access issues unique to park and recreation programs and facilities. At NCA, we believe that the principles of universal design and inclusion are important factors for achieving personal wellness and building healthy communities. Among people with disabilities, recreation and active leisure pursuits are vital for rehabilitation from illness or injury, prevention of disease, longevity and improved quality of life.

Magazine containing information and stories dedicated to issues impacting people with disabilities.