Resources

Americans with Disabilities   The official government site for information about the Americans with Disabilities Act

Pennsylvania Statewide Independent Living Council   Information for state and federal advocacy and opportunities for getting involved

ADA National Network   Provide information, guidance and training on the Americans with Disabilities Act

National Organization on Disability   The National Organization on Disability researches, develops, and demonstrates creative approaches to disability employment issues

TASH   TASH is an international leader in disability advocacy

The ARC Pennsylvania   Pennsylvania chapter of The Arc, which is the largest advocacy organization in the United States for citizens with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and their families

Registering to Vote  We have information here on our website to help you register to vote

Voting  If you are already registered to vote, we can help you access your polling place or vote via alternative ballot.

Pennsylvania Council on Independent Living   Resources for Independent Living throughout Pennsylvania

National Council on Independent Living   Resources on Independent Living throughout the United States

ILRU Directory of Centers for Independent Living

We Connect Now   Dedicated to uniting people interested in rights and issues affecting people with disabilities, with particular emphasis on college students and access to higher education and employment issues

National Disabled Students Union   An organization to mobilize and organize students with disabilities throughout the nation

Temple University Disability Resources   Resources and services for students, faculty, administration and families with disabilities

Office of Disability Services at Penn State University   Accomodations and services for students with disabilities

Pennsylvania Department of Aging   The official Pennsylvania site for the Department of Aging

Pennsylvania CareerLink   Advocacy for people with disabilities administered by the Center for Disability Law & Policy

Pennsylvania Client Assistance Program Advocacy for people with disabilities administered by the Center for Disability Law & Policy

Works for Me Assists people in: finding a job, obtaining job training, keeping health insurance, getting assistive technology, finding additional support

ABLEDATA   The premier source of links to assistive technology

Changing Hands   Provides equipment exchange to provide restored and refurbished home medical equipment and assistive technology devices to Pennsylvania residents of all ages.

Healthy Hearing   Information and resources for hearing aids and hearing loss

GiveTech   Provides computer tools specifically for disabled individuals

Assistive Technology Lending Library   A free service that loans assistive technology devices to people with disabilities, available to Pennsylvanians of all ages and disabilities.

Computer Accessibility for the Blind  This page contains information and links for computer accessibility for legally blind individuals.

Healthcare.gov   The official government site for the Affordable Care Act and the Healthcare Marketplace

Patient Advocate Foundation   Provides assistance with medical debt crisis, insurance access issues, and job retention issues

PA Home Care   Information and resources for home care services throughout Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency   Housing assistance for people renting and buying homes in Pennsylvania through loan and grant programs

PA Housing Search   Offers a free resource to help you find a home that fits your needs and budget

Homemods.org   An information clearinghouse on home modification for people with disabilities

Steve Gold’s ADA   A Philadelphia attorney, providing valuable information on the enforcement of the ADA act

American Bar Association   The American Bar Associations Commission on Disability Rights

Disability Rights Education & Defense Fund   The national civil rights law and policy center

Medicare.gov   The official government site for Medicare

Medicare Solutions   Provides a wealth of information about medicare including providers and plans

Parents with Disabilities   A one-stop resource for parents with disabilities

Through the Looking Glass   Operates the National Center for Parents with Disabilities

Parent to Parent of Pennsylvania   Linking families of children and adults with disabilities or special needs 

Access to Recreation, Inc.   Source for adaptive recreation equipment

Pennsylvania Special Olympics   Site for Pennsylvania Special Olympics events

Pennsylvania State Parks   Information about accessibility and visiting PA State Parks

IM Able   Support for active lifestyles for individuals with disabilities including adaptive equipment, inclusive fitness and advocacy

Social Security Administration   The official government site of the Social Security Administration

Tax Tips for the Legally Disabled   TurboTax’s information on tax breaks available for legally disabled individuals

IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) and the Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) Programs   The IRS’s free local tax help for VITA and TCE programs

Pennsylvania Secondary Transition Guide  provides youth, young adults, parents, and professionals with secondary transition resources

Disabled Travelers   Dedicated to providing accessible travel information

Travel Accessibility Resources for the Disabled An interesting article about traveling and special considerations, as well as many links to other resources for traveling with a disability

Kids as Self Advocates   National, grassroots project created by youth with disabilities for youth

Partners for Youth with Disabilities   Offers mentoring programs, youth development opportunities, and inclusion expertise

Disability is Natural   Encouraging new ways of thinking about developmental disabilities

DAV   A veterans advocacy and assistance group

Job Opportunities for Disabled Veterans   A job board for Disabled Vets

The PA VETERANS REGISTRY is
an online application that allows
veterans, family members and
veteran advocates to connect with the PA Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA)
to request information related to the valuable state benefits,
programs and services they have earned. By connecting with
DMVA, registrants can also opt-in to receive the weekly DMVA
DIGEST, filled with valuable veteran-related news, job
opportunities and events.

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs   The official government site of the VA

The Veterans Crisis Line is a free, confidential resource that’s available to anyone, even if you’re not registered with VA or enrolled in VA health care. The caring, qualified responders at the Veterans Crisis Line are specially trained and experienced in helping Veterans of all ages and circumstances.