Rural people with disabilities resources related to rural health and human services, with information provided by the Rural Assistance Center Copyright 2010 Rural Assistance Center http://www.raconline.org/info_guides/disabilities/ Works to promote high quality health care services for low-income populations and people with chronic illnesses and disabilities. http://www.chcs.org/ Thu, 11 Feb 2010 16:27:16 CST http://www.chcs.org/ Offers information to assist all levels of government to establish evidence-based policies and practices across the life cycle of disasters. Provides examples of effective community efforts with respect to people with disabilities and evaluates emergency preparedness, disaster relief, and homeland security program efforts deployed by public and private sectors in rural and urban locations. -- National Council on Disability http://www.ncd.gov/newsroom/publications/2009/pdf/NCD_EmergencyManagement.pdf Mon, 18 Jan 2010 21:06:59 CST http://www.ncd.gov/newsroom/publications/2009/pdf/NCD_EmergencyManagement.pdf Offers a broad range of recommendations for reforms that address some of the most significant obstacles to health, health care, disease prevention, and health promotion for people with disabilities in rural and urban environments. -- National Council on Disability http://www.ncd.gov/newsroom/publications/2009/pdf/HealthCare.pdf Mon, 18 Jan 2010 20:46:37 CST http://www.ncd.gov/newsroom/publications/2009/pdf/HealthCare.pdf A public charity dedicated to improving the lives of people with physical disabilities caused by stroke, multiple sclerosis, injuries to the brain and spinal cord, and other chronic conditions. http://kesslerfoundation.org/ Wed, 06 Jan 2010 11:36:24 CST http://kesslerfoundation.org/ Grants to support charitable organizations that are making a difference in the lives of children with disabilities and to organizations that provide healthcare to the uninsured -- CVS Caremark http://www.raconline.org/funding/funding_details.php?funding_id=1900 Wed, 25 Nov 2009 13:40:27 CST http://www.raconline.org/funding/funding_details.php?funding_id=1900 Presents data from the 2008 American Community Survey which shows that a higher number of disabled veterans reside in the South and in rural areas. In general, a higher number of veterans live in these areas and face additional challenges such as gaining access to care. -- Carsey Institute http://www.carseyinstitute.unh.edu/publications/FS-Mattingly-Military-Disabilities-2009.pdf Tue, 10 Nov 2009 09:59:46 CST http://www.carseyinstitute.unh.edu/publications/FS-Mattingly-Military-Disabilities-2009.pdf Examines the health care needs of three individuals with extensive acute medical care and long-term service needs. Includes reference to Medicaid, FQHCs and Rural Health Clinics. -- Kaiser Family Foundation http://www.kff.org/healthreform/upload/7967.pdf Mon, 12 Oct 2009 19:54:52 CST http://www.kff.org/healthreform/upload/7967.pdf Works to influence public policy by advocating for informed choice, quality care, and accessibility for all Americans. Provides an interactive directory of professionally managed senior living communities. http://www.alfa.org/alfa/Default.asp Tue, 04 Aug 2009 16:30:36 CST http://www.alfa.org/alfa/Default.asp Provides access to comprehensive disability-related resources including programs, services, laws and regulations to help people with disabilities lead full, independent lives. -- U.S. Department of Labor http://www.disability.gov/ Tue, 28 Jul 2009 08:45:43 CST http://www.disability.gov/ Discusses the disadvantages people with disabilities experience in the labor market. Provides statistics identifying low income levels and lack of health insurance. -- AARP Public Policy Institute http://assets.aarp.org/rgcenter/econ/fs153_ssdi.pdf Thu, 04 Jun 2009 11:18:39 CST http://assets.aarp.org/rgcenter/econ/fs153_ssdi.pdf Focuses on improving care for children with special needs by providing information to families and health care professionals throughout the Pacific Northwest (Washington, Alaska, Montana, and Idaho). http://cshcn.org/ Wed, 27 May 2009 08:26:45 CST http://cshcn.org/ Provides access to comprehensive information about disability programs related to special education including services, laws and benefits. -- Social Security Administration http://www.disabilityinfo.gov/digov-public/public/DisplayPage.do?parentFolderId=102 Mon, 11 May 2009 11:29:15 CST http://www.disabilityinfo.gov/digov-public/public/DisplayPage.do?parentFolderId=102 Provides families and professionals working with young people some practical, hands-on information about Social Security disability and health benefit programs. -- Institute for Community Inclusion http://www.communityinclusion.org/pdf/GTW2009.pdf Tue, 21 Apr 2009 10:12:23 CST http://www.communityinclusion.org/pdf/GTW2009.pdf Provides emergency preparation information for people with disabilities including emergency notification methods, accessible shelters and recovering after an emergency. -- Corporation for National and Community Service http://www.serviceandinclusion.org/index.php?page=emergency Tue, 14 Apr 2009 09:39:53 CST http://www.serviceandinclusion.org/index.php?page=emergency Looks at many issues affecting people with disabilities including access to health care, housing and technology, and negative public attitudes and stereotypes. -- National Council on Disability http://www.ncd.gov/newsroom/publications/2009/Progress_Report.doc Thu, 02 Apr 2009 23:06:39 CST http://www.ncd.gov/newsroom/publications/2009/Progress_Report.doc Provides high school educators with answers to questions students with disabilities may have as they get ready to move to the postsecondary education environment. -- Office of Special Education Programs http://www.ed.gov/print/about/offices/list/ocr/transitionguide.html Fri, 20 Feb 2009 11:54:01 CST http://www.ed.gov/print/about/offices/list/ocr/transitionguide.html Examines the difficulties and opportunities particular to seeking rural paid employment, factors in achieving positive employment 0utcomes, and options for support networks to enhance work opportunities for women with disabilities. -- University of Minnesota http://www.ici.umn.edu/products/impact/211/9.html Fri, 09 Jan 2009 09:03:36 CST http://www.ici.umn.edu/products/impact/211/9.html Discusses the current housing deficiencies and presents the visitability concept as a viable solution that will enable advocates, builders, policymakers, and consumers to prepare for an aging population. -- AARP Public Policy Institute http://assets.aarp.org/rgcenter/il/2008%5F14%5Faccess.pdf Fri, 05 Dec 2008 11:28:13 CST http://assets.aarp.org/rgcenter/il/2008%5F14%5Faccess.pdf Provides information for parents of children with disabilities to explore work options and the basic skills needed for employment. -- U.S. Department of Labor http://www.dol.gov/odep/documents/creating_path_to_Employment.pdf Thu, 04 Dec 2008 10:20:12 CST http://www.dol.gov/odep/documents/creating_path_to_Employment.pdf Provides quick reference illustrations of proper workstation ergonomics. Ensuring proper ergonomics in the workplace is a smart business decision because it increases employee productivity and satisfaction. -- U.S. Department of Defense http://www.tricare.mil/cap/Ergo_Guide/index.htm Mon, 17 Nov 2008 10:14:23 CST http://www.tricare.mil/cap/Ergo_Guide/index.htm A national center for parents with disabilities and their families with the goal of improving their quality of life by focusing on priority issues through research, development, training, technical assistance and dissemination activities. http://lookingglass.org/ncpd/index.php Mon, 03 Nov 2008 09:51:00 CST http://lookingglass.org/ncpd/index.php A volunteer-based nonprofit organization whose mission is to further the independence of people with physical disabilities (other than blindness or deafness) through the use of service dogs. http://www.helpingpaws.org/ Tue, 21 Oct 2008 10:22:41 CST http://www.helpingpaws.org/ A brochure for small- and medium-sized businesses interested in increasing their hiring pool by recruiting well-qualified employees with disabilities. -- U.S. Department of Labor http://www.disabilityinfo.gov/digov-public/public/ShowLink.do?parentFolderId=500&linkId=12126&linkExternal=false Thu, 04 Sep 2008 10:29:40 CST http://www.disabilityinfo.gov/digov-public/public/ShowLink.do?parentFolderId=500&linkId=12126&linkExternal=false Provides research, evaluation, training, technical assistance and dissemination to support the aspirations of persons with developmental disabilities to live full, productive and integrated lives in their communities. -- University of Minnesota http://rtc.umn.edu/main/ Tue, 12 Aug 2008 14:54:19 CST http://rtc.umn.edu/main/ This report is part of an effort, under the umbrella of inclusive livable communities, to guide future policy and practice to advance choice, full community participation, and economic independence for people with disabilities. -- National Council on Disability http://www.ncd.gov/newsroom/publications/2008/FinancialIncentives.html Tue, 12 Aug 2008 08:48:28 CST http://www.ncd.gov/newsroom/publications/2008/FinancialIncentives.html Identifies programs and online services of the Social Security Office. Visitors can qualify and apply online for disability and survivorship benefits. Also, replacement Medicare cards can be requested from this website. -- Social Security Administration http://www.socialsecurity.gov/ Tue, 15 Jul 2008 11:17:22 CST http://www.socialsecurity.gov/ Explains ways employers may use existing telework programs or allow an individual to work from home as a reasonable accommodation. -- U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission http://www.eeoc.gov/facts/telework.html Thu, 26 Jun 2008 14:46:12 CST http://www.eeoc.gov/facts/telework.html Provides information and resources for people with vision loss. http://www.afb.org/ Fri, 20 Jun 2008 11:03:06 CST http://www.afb.org/ Fact sheet answering commonly asked questions about the use of service animals by people with disabilities in places of business. -- U.S. Department of Justice http://www.ada.gov/qasrvc.htm Tue, 10 Jun 2008 10:14:00 CST http://www.ada.gov/qasrvc.htm Provides selected indicators on key aspects of health coverage and health care financing for children and youth with special health care needs in each state plus the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico. -- Boston University School of Public Health http://www.hdwg.org/catalyst/online-chartbook/ Thu, 22 May 2008 15:14:45 CST http://www.hdwg.org/catalyst/online-chartbook/