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1800wheelchair.com -- A comprehensive listing of articles on a wide variety of disability-related topics, including job resources for individuals with disabilities.

ABILITY Awareness -- ABILITY Awareness is a non profit organization dedicated to building a world of inclusion for people with health conditions and disabilities.  ABILITY Build is our hallmark program which engages volunteers with health conditions and disabilities to build accessible low-income homes.

ABILITY Jobs -- ABILITY Jobs is the largest stand-alone resume bank for people with disabilities.  We help companies fulfill their affirmative action compliance requirements and are committed to expanding awareness about this job site to as many companies as possible.

ABILITY Magazine -- ABILITY Magazine is the largest magazine in the U.S. covering disability issues. We are an award-winning publication, distributed by Time-Warner, with a combined online and print readership of more than one million. For nearly 20 years, our mission has been to provide new insights into our individual levels of ability.  From Diabetes to Spinal Cord Injury and celebrity interviews to CEO profiles, ABILITY covers the latest on Health, Environmental Protection, Assistive Technology, Employment, Sports, Travel, Universal Design, Mental Health and much more. Our writers include MDs, PhDs, JDs, best-selling authors, U.S. Senators and advocates. Cover interviews consist of Movie Stars, TV Celebrities, U.S. Presidents, Celebrities, First Ladies and more.

Ableize Disability Resources Directory -- A disability directory of UK adult and children's disability services. Includes advice and information, access, education, recreation and sports, plus the arts and detailed information on specific disabilities.

Adaptive Driving Aids -- An overview of various adaptive technologies available for your car.

ALSA of CT -- Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Association of Connecticut. This non-profit organization  is dedicated to helping people live with and eradicate ALS (Lou Gehrig's) disease.

Assisted Living Directory -- A free and useful resource for Assisted Living, Alzheimer's, and long-term care that lists numerous facilities and, at times, other senior care options, organized by state, and then by city. In addition to a directory, we research and write original articles related to assisted living, long term care, Alzheimer's, marketing, and much more. (Direct link to resources in Connecticut.)

Assisted Living Way -- Assisted Living Way is a comprehensive listing of resources and articles about assisted living and other senior housing options. The site covers a wide variety of topics, including senior safety. It also offers a nationwide database of assisted living facilities.

Assistive Technology Net -- The National Public Website on Assistive Technology.

Brain Injury Association of Connecticut -- Connecticut's Brain Injury Association.

Connect-Ability -- Connect-Ability strives to identify and remove barriers to employment faced by people with disabilities. Connect-Ability has two primary customers: 1. Employers of all sizes and in all industries who are seeking qualified workers. 2. People with disabilities of all ages who are seeking employment for the first time or who want a new challenge.  Our program does not directly provide services to match individuals with specific jobs. Instead, our efforts are targeted at removing the barriers which keep our primary customers from finding one another. These barriers include, but are not limited to, low expectations, the transition from school to work, inadequate transportation, and the actual process of recruitment, hiring, and retention.

Connecticut Association of Centers for Independent Living (CACIL)

Connecticut Disability Advocacy Collaborative (CDAC) -- Connecticut Disability Advocacy Collaborative is a new statewide organization of cross-disability groups which seeks to advocate for disability-specific legislation. It has regional organizations in many parts of the state.

Connecticut State Independent Living Council (CTSILC) -- The mission of the Connecticut State Independent Living Council is to promote choice, equal access, opportunity, and full inclusion of people with disabilities in the economic, political, social, cultural, and educational mainstream of American Society.  We see a Connecticut where all people are respected, accepted and valued, have a range of choices and are free from barriers that limit them from fully participating in society.

Disability.gov -- The federal government’s website for people with disabilities, their family members, veterans, caregivers, employers and others features comprehensive information about disability-related programs and services, as well as social media tools to better serve the more than 50 million Americans with disabilities.

Disabilities Network of Eastern Connecticut (DNEC) -- The Disabilities Network of Eastern Connecticut is dedicated to supporting and advancing the rights of individuals with disabilities.  It is our goal to create a completely inclusive society where people live together in communities regardless of their abilities. 

The Epilepsy Foundation of Connecticut, Inc. -- The Epilepsy Foundation of Connecticut will ensure that people with seizures are able to participate in all life experiences; and will prevent, control and cure epilepsy through services, education, advocacy and research. Helping people with epilepsy through information, education, advocacy and support. (Related website: The Epilepsy Foundation)

Equipment Recycling ( usedHME.com ) -- Equipment Recycling ( usedHME.com ) is a FREE listing service where people can buy, sell, or find donated Used Home Medical Equipment. Our goal is to get this equipment into the hands of those less fortunate. Assistive Equipment that can be found: mobility scooters, powerchairs, stairlifts, liftchairs, wheelchair accessible vans, and much more.

Grab-Bar.com --  A company committed to providing Independence through Dependable Bath Safety for Independent Living. Grab-Bar.com is committed to delivering bath safety to help meet the challenges of day to day living. Designed to comply with government regulations, our Grab-Bar.com safety assortment is comprised of dependable products that are convenient to use and easy to install. All Grab-Bar.com items are known for their durability and structural integrity. We are an American manufacturer that has been producing grab bars and bath safety items for over 50 years, and we are dedicated to providing high quality items to our customers. Grab bars, Handlebars™, safety seats, tub rails, ADA trap protectors and all parts found on Grab-Bar.com are part of our overall commitment to making your home or place of business a safer place.

Independence Northwest --  Northwest Connecticut Independent Living Center.

MySeniorCare -- A community on the topic of senior care providing information on home health care, assisted living, and hospice. We provide families with a wide range of support and credible information: 500+ articles reviewed by industry experts serving on our advisory board, a member community featuring message boards, user and expert authored blogs, and a question and answer section we call 'Ask the Experts'. Our Care Provider Directory empowers users to search, compare, and directly contact pre-screened home care, senior housing, and hospice providers in their local area.  Our search tool allows users to search by the specific type of care they require and the payment methods supported.  Users can also read user reviews of each provider and call toll-free numbers to schedule a free consultation.

The National Spinal Cord Injury Association (NSCIA) -- The National Spinal Cord Injury Association (NSCIA) enables people with spinal cord injury and disease (SCI/D) to achieve their highest level of independence, health, and personal fulfillment by providing resources, services, and peer support.

The New England Assistive Technology Marketplace (NEAT) -- NEAT provides information and access to equipment and devices that can change the lives of people of all ages, with all types of disabilities, both temporary and permanent. We operate under the auspices of Oak Hill, a 109 year old non-profit organization located in Hartford, CT.

Sail Access of Connecticut -- Accessible Sailing in Connecticut.

Tardive Dyskinesia Center -- Tardive Dyskinesia (TD) is a movement disorder resulting from damage to the bodily systems that process dopamine, and is usually caused by exposure to certain neurological medications - including metoclopramide. The symptoms of TD, which are irreversible and incurable, mimic those of Parkinsons Disease. Our organization features the most up-to-date information on TD, its causes and all known treatment options for those with TD and their caregivers. Additionally, we distribute free wristbands to all of our users in hopes of raising TD awareness.

UK Stairlifts -- Visit this UK-based site to learn about and purchase handicapped lifts and disabled stairlifts.  (Related websites: ukstairliftdirect.com and for walk-in baths, visit walk-in-baths.com.)

 


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