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National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners - With nearly 7,500 members, NAPNAP is the professional association for PNPs and other advanced practice nurses who care for children. Established in 1973, NAPNAP has been actively advocating for children's health by: providing funding, education, and research opportunities to PNPs; influencing legislation that affects maternal/child health care; and producing and distributing educational materials to parents and families.

The mission of the ASNR is to promote the medical and social wellbeing of persons with disabling neurological disorders, to advance training and research in the basic and clinical sciences that can lead to functional recovery of neurologically impaired persons, and to disseminate the knowledge of this research among professionals and the general public.

The Association of University Centers on Disabilities (AUCD) is a membership organization that supports and promotes a national network of university-based interdisciplinary programs. Network members consist of: 67 University Centers for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDD), funded by the Administration on Developmental Disabilities (ADD) 39 Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental Disabilities (LEND) Programs funded by the Maternal and Child Health Bureau (MCHB) 19 Intellectual and Developmental Disability Research Centers (IDDRC), most of which are funded by the Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute for Child Health and Development (NICHD)

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services - National Clearninghouse for Long-Term Care Information

Nationally recognized center that has pioneered research, training, and services for families in which a child, parent or grandparent has a disability or medical issue.

Gastroesophageal Reflux in Infants - National Digestive Diseases Information Clearninghouse - A to Z list, Facts and answers

Only private medical school in the Greater Southwest, and internationally respected medical and research institution known for excellence in education, research and patient care.

Reference laboratory dedicated to the development and commercialization of diagnostic testing for neurological disorders. Provides neurologists and other physicians with diagnostic answers that can improve the quality of health care for patients in a cost effective manner. Athena is a leading provider of advanced neurological diagnostic assays

Registered school and provides an education for children who have Cerebral Palsy. The school uses Teachers/Conductors and this educational method now delivers both the individual physical and academic needs of the pupils.

Chico, CA hyperbaric treatment center. The Chico Hyperbaric Center began as an idea to use hyperbaric oxygen (HBO) therapy to dramatically improve the quality of life of those around us who are suffering from disease.

Neuromuscular Disease Center - Treats over 2,000 outpatients each year in our Neuromuscular Clinic

Recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States-is Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center. A 680-bed comprehensive academic medical center and regional referral center, UI Hospitals and Clinics is committed to providing patient-focused care-available to every person, around the clock-in an environment devoted to innovative care, excellent service, and exceptional outcomes.

Here, young people with disabilities and illnesses connect with all kinds of possibilities that address their needs as curious, growing citizens of the planet. They meet and chat with other people like them in a virtual world that transcends boundaries and barriers. They make friends, get tips from mentors, and freely participate in an atmosphere of collaboration, companionship and support.

Accurate, reliable information about special education law, education law, and advocacy for children with disabilities. Thousands of articles, cases, and free resources about dozens of topics.

Free, professional development resources that helps educators and librarians address questions about the use of technology and teaching. Provides easy access to online resources and activities.

Welcome to Scope the disability organization in England and Wales whose focus is people with Cerebral Palsy. Our aim is that disabled people achieve equality: a society in which they are as valued and have the same human and civil rights as everyone else. Scope's purpose is to drive the changes that will make our society the first in which disabled people are able to realise their full civil liberties and human rights.

Welcome to the Home Page of the American Academy for Cerebral Palsy and Developmental Medicine (AACPDM) A global leader in the multidisciplinary scientific education of health professionals and researchers dedicated to the well-being of people with childhood-onset disabilities. Mission: Provide multidisciplinary scientific education for health professionals and promote excellence in research and services for the benefit of people with cerebral palsy and childhood-onset disabilities

National association of pediatricians, committed to working together to advance the health of children and youth by nurturing excellence in health care, advocacy, education, research and support of its membership. Represents more than 2,500 paediatricians, paediatric subspecialists, paediatric residents, and other people who work with and care for children.

Nonprofit membership organization of basic scientists and physicians who study the brain and nervous system. World's largest organization of scientists devoted to the study of the brain.

Washington State -- The mission of the Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) is to endeavor to make a positive difference in the lives of people eligible for services, through offering quality supports and services that are: individual/family driven; stable and flexible; satisfying to the person and their family; and able to meet individual needs. Supports and services shall be offered in ways that ensure people have the necessary information to make decisions about their options and provide optimum opportunities for success.