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Disability, Senior Citizen, and Care Provider Resources - Hand-picked from the Internet! The "World of Resources" directory contains over 3,000 Links, individually selected and catergorized in over 20 high demand areas * Arranged in alphabetical order * Presented in Large-type for easy viewing * With Reliable Link Descriptions so you know what you are going to find before you get there!*
Click mouse on category page names, (Blue Titles), below for easy access. Use "BACK" button at the top of your browser to return to Independent Life Resources website when you have finished viewing the linked sites featured within these directory pages.
These links include specific information about related conditions, organizations, programs, services, and materials for persons with Visual Impairments.
In-home and community-based resources including long-term care services, programs, and support for persons with disabilities, those with chronic illnesses and senior citizens - More support and resources specific to parents of special needs children.
Links to vocational training programs, and employment opportunities. Includes opportunities for entrepreneurs and work-at-home support.
Links to United States government agencies that are available to address the needs of persons with disabilities, senior citizens, and those providing for their care.
Federal grants, grant locating and grant writing information, and other funding resources that are specific to meeting the needs of persons with disabilities, senior citizens, and others with long-term care needs. Now includes a seperate category of Foundations.
Special interest groups and specialized information resources that may not have fit neatly into other categories. Includes such items as ADA focus groups, legal assistance, support groups, program eligibility and application information and assistance, and more. This page also includes an "Other Related Directories" section. (I try not to leave anyone out!)
Doctors, nurses, therapists, medical treatment, treatment centers, medical supplies, perscription programs, specialized therapies, healthcare organizations, support groups... if it's related to health, persons with disabilities and the elderly, it's in there!
Selected links focus on Independent Living and related issues such as accessible housing, home modifications, and supported living programs.
Now pre-sorted by country! This page features websites I have found interesting and useful from all over the world. It includes many active International social and health organizations, products and services...
Non-Profit and private organizations. Includes foundations, a variety of clubs, groups, non-governmental service agencies, and service providers. (The first of two pages.)
More organizations. A continuation of the proceeding page, starting with organization names beginning with the letter "M".
The first of two pages of alphabetically sorted and categorized websites. Sub-categories on this page include: Adaptive Items (for Daily Living - Home Modifications) (66) and Assistive Technology Links (85).
The product sub-categories on this page include: Education and Training Materials (55), Leisure and Recreational Links (21), Medical and Theraputic Supplies and Equipment(36), and Mobility and Transportation Links (31).
This directory is filled with links to the best sites on the Internet specific to Senior interests! Many of these website links are cross referenced to other Resource pages but I felt it was important to bring them together here for our senior readers.
Now pre-sorted for easier access! Service subcategories on this page include: Assistive Technology Support Services, Consulting, Legal, and Financial Support Services, Education and Training Services, Independent Living Support Services, and Leisure and Recreational Services.
Now pre-sorted for easier access! Service subcategories on this page include: Medical and Theraputic Services, Mobility and Travel Services, Residential and In-Home Care Services, Senior Citizen Support Services, Vocational Support Services, and Other Miscellanious Services.
Includes a wide variety of hand-picked resources for all teachers and parents needing information on educating the exceptional child. - Also featured: sites with adapted learning materials, specialized educational equipment and assistive devices, and educational software for the computer.
These categorized reference sites include in-depth information about specific physical and mental conditions. These websites provide a great resource for researchers, students, and family members seeking current information about the causes, effects, and treatments of many common and not-so-common physiological conditions. (Attention Deficit Disorder through Dwarfism)
More great resources for researchers, students, and family members seeking current information about the causes, effects, and treatments of many common and not-so-common physiological conditions. (From Epilepsy through Visual Impairments/Blind, this page also includes: Other Rare Disorders/Diseases/Conditions)
Alabama to Hawaii - If a program, organization, service, or group originated in a specific state, that's where I listed it. If you are looking for local resources, look here.
Idaho to Montana - If you are looking for local resources, look here.
Nebraska to Pueto Rico - If you are looking for local resources, look here.
Rhode Island to Wyoming - If you are looking for local resources, look here.
At a more leisurely pace, these resources include travel agents specializing in accessible destinations, adaptive sports, dating groups, social organizations, and specialty on-line news sources and ezines focusing on health, senior interests, and disability issues.
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