RESOURCES

• The MIT Age Lab Developing new ideas to improve the quality of life for older adults and those who care for them.
• Universal Design Education Online This site supports educators and students in their teaching and study of universal design.
• Universal Design Network The Universal Design Network ... is a loose coalition of people committed to universal design education.
• The Universal Design Alliance A non-profit corporation founded in March of 2003 ... to create awareness and expand the public's knowledge of universal design.
• TRACE Trace Research & Development Center at the College of Engineering, University of Wisconsin-Madison. Founded in 1971, Trace has been a pioneer in the field of technology and disability. Our Mission Statement: To prevent the barriers and capitalize on the opportunities presented by current and emerging information and telecommunication technologies, in order to create a world that is as accessible and usable as possible for as many people as possible.
• The Center for Assistive Technology & Environmental Access (CATEA): Development, evaluation, and utilization of assistive technology; and, design and development of accessible environments. CATEA is a unit of the College of Architecture at the Georgia Institute of Technology in Atlanta, Georgia. Georgia Institute of Technology (GT), College of Architecture (COA), 490 Tenth Street, Atlanta, GA 30332-0156, Phone: 404-894-4960, Fax: 404-894-9320, Email: catea@coa.gatech.edu
• Designing for the 21st Century III Annual conference with worldwide links to organizations practicing, developing or promoting universal design
• The Center for Universal Design (CUD) is a national information, technical assistance, and research center that evaluates, develops, and promotes accessible and universal design in housing, commercial and public facilities, outdoor environments, and products. Our mission is to improve environments and products through design innovation, research, education and design assistance. The Center for Universal Design, College of Design, North Carolina State University, Campus Box 8613, Raleigh, NC 27695-8613, Phone: (919) 515-3082, Fax: (919) 515-8951, Info Line: (800) 647-6777.
  
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• International Longevity Center, USA: A center for policy, research and education on population aging.
• Administration on Aging A wide variety of topics, programs and services related to aging for an older individual, caregiver, service provider, researcher, or student.
• Retirement Living Information Center A resource designed to assist individuals in planning and making decisions about their retirement ... deciding whether or not to move, and if so, finding the right location, lifestyle and housing opportunity.
• The Retirement Research Foundation A private foundation devoted solely to serving the needs of older Americans and enhancing their quality of life. We're working to make sure that today's seniors remain vibrant, vital participants of our society.
• Greater Houston Builders Association Information for training in Aging in Place and Universal Home Design and CAPS certification classes in Houston. Lyn Foster 281-970-8970 ext. 111 (lfoster@ghba.org); or, Dan Bawden. Chairman of the CAPS Board of Governors at dbawden@legaleaglecontractors.com
• ElderWeb Award-winning online eldercare sourcebook
• NAIPC -- National Aging In Place Council Education and collaboration to keep your loved ones safe and in their homes
• The National Resource Center on Supportive Housing and Home Modification A university-based, non-profit organization dedicated to promote aging in place and independent living for persons of all ages and abilities. National Resource Center on Supportive Housing and Home Modification, Andrus Gerontology Center, University of Southern California, 3715 McClintock Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90089-0191, Phone: (213) 740-1364, Fax: (213) 740-7069, Email: homemods@usc.edu
• Homemods.org Consisting of up to date news and resources, it provides services to help increase the awareness, availability, and access of home modifications. Contact: National Resource Center on Supportive Housing and Home Modification Andrus Gerontology Center, University of Southern California, 3715 McClintock Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90089-0191, Phone: (213) 740-1364, Fax: (213) 740-7069, Email: homemods@usc.edu
  
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• WheelchairNet is a community for people who have a common interest in wheelchair technology and its improvement and successful application. Contact: RERC on Wheelchair Transportation Safety, Department of Rehabilitation Science and Technology, 2310 Jane Street, Suite 1300, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA 15203-2212, Phone: 412.586-6908, FAX: 412.586.6910, TDD: 412.383.6598, Email: ruffing@shrs.pitt.edu
• Infinitec, Inc. is a joint effort of the United Cerebral Palsy Association of Greater Chicago and United Cerebral Palsy Associations, Inc., Washington D.C.; it brings assistive technology (information, equipment, training and technology) to people with disabilities of all types. 325 N. Wells Street, Suite 321, Chicago, Illinois 60610, Phone: (312) 464-1608, Fax: (312), TDD: (312) 321-1233
• International Center for Disability Resources on the Internet ICDRI's mission is to collect a global knowledge base of quality disability resources and best practices and to provide education, outreach and training based on these core resources. ICDRI seeks to increase opportunities for people with disabilities by identifying barriers to participation and promoting best practices and universal design of technology for the global community. 5212 Covington Bend Drive, Raleigh, NC 27613, Phone: 919-349-6661 icdri@icdri.org
  
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• Architecture for Humanity A 501(c)(3) charitable organization founded in 1999 to promote architectural and design solutions to global, social and humanitarian crises. Through competitions, workshops, educational forums, partnerships with aid organizations and other activities, we create opportunities for architects and designers from around the world to help communities. 900 Bridgeway, Suite 2, Sausalito, CA 94965-2100, USA Phone: 415.332.6273, Fax: 415.332.67283 staff@architectureforhumanity.org
• Concrete Change An international effort to make all new homes Visitable! 600 Dancing Fox Road, Decatur GA 30032 USA, Phone: 404-378-7455
• Rebuilding Together Our mission is to preserve and revitalize houses and communities, assuring that low-income homeowners, from the elderly and disabled to families with children, live in warmth, safety, and independence. In partnership with communities, our goal is to make a sustainable impact. 1536 16th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20036, Phone: (202) 483-9083, Toll-Free: 1.800.4.REHAB.9, Fax: (202) 483-9081
  
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• The Universal Design Alliance A non-profit corporation founded in March of 2003 ... to create awareness and expand the public's knowledge of universal design.
• NAHB (National Association of Home Builders) How and why to hire a certified aging-in-place specialist (CAPS)
• NAHB (National Association of Home Builders) Learn about aging in place and what a professional can do for you 
• Mary Jo Peterson, Inc. Design consultant and consultant based in Brookfield CT with focus on universal design for the kitchen and bath. 3 Sunset Cove Road, Brookfield, CT 06804, Phone: (203) 775-4763, Fax: (203)740-2333, E-mail: MaryJo@mjpdesign.com
• Evan Terry Associates, P.C. Architecture and Access Compliance Firm. One Perimeter Park South, Suite 200 S, Birmingham, Alabama 35243, Phone: (205) 972-9100, Fax: (205) 972-9110, TTY: (205) 972-9112, E-mail: eta@evanterry.com
• Accessology, Inc. At Accessology, our passion is accessibility. We pride ourselves on innovative approaches, guidelines, and solutions for access. In turn, our clients can contribute to a more attractive and diverse environment, as well as comply with equal access and non-discrimination standards. Empowered. 302 E. Church St., Lewisville, Texas 75057-4006, Phone 972-434-0068, Fax 972-353-2798
• Bell's Remodeling - NAHB Remodelors Council Names Bob Bell the 2005 Remodelor of the Year: Bob Bell, CGR CAPS, 3012 East 2nd Street, Duluth, MN 55812; Phone #: 218-728-2797, e-mail: rbell@cpinternet.com
• NAHB Headquarters: Washington, D.C., Year founded: 1942, Members: 225,000, President: David L. Pressly Jr., Phone: 1-800-368-5242
• Gotcha Covered Full service residential remodeling contractor from whole house to major kitchen and bath. We specialize in additions and home modifications that incorporate Universal Design. Under the direction of Bill Bell, (CAPS), P.O. Box 475, 103 Main Street Ellendale, DE 199410, Phone: 302-424-1890, info@gotchacoveredde.com
• Randall Hall Design/Build Award winning remodeler with expertise in universal design. 11837 Judd Court Suite 122, Dallas Texas 75243, Phone 214-341-1442, randall@randallhall.com
• Shirley Confino-Rehder Certified Interior Designer, ADA and Universal Design advocate, lecturer, teacher, certified mediator, expert witness. CID, Affil AIA, Phone: 757-625-0969 scr@univdesign.com
• J. L. Mueller, Inc., An industrial designer with more than 20 years of experience in assistive technology, disability management, and universal design. He is recognized as one of the most experienced practitioners and advocates of universal design - design for people of all ages and abilities - and is one of the authors of the 7 Principles of Universal Design. His clients have included Federal and State agencies, private employers, disability insurers, and product manufacturers. 4717 Walney Knoll Ct., Chantilly, VA 20151Phone: (703) 222-5808, Fax: (703) 378-5079, Email: jlminc@earthlink.net
• New Horizons Un-Limited Inc. It is the mission of New Horizons Un-Limited to make information and life experiences accessible to individuals with lifelong disabilities. We provide access to informational and technological tools to ensure that all people, no matter their ability may have access to all that life has to offer. Contact: New Horizons Un-Limited Inc., 811 East Wisconsin Avenue, P.O. Box 510034, Milwaukee, WI 53203, horizons@new-horizons.org
• The Home Store Custom modular homes and modular home builders in New England, and New York's Hudson Valley, any of which can meet Universal Design and Energy Star. Contact: The Home Store, Inc., PO Box 300, 73 State Road, Whately, MA 01093, Phone: (800) 974-1266 or (413) 665-1266, fax: (413) 665-1122
• UD&C Assessments for accessibility. UD&C has developed self-survey analysis systems for use by client staff and contractors. 6 Grant Avenue Takoma Park, MD 20912 Phone: (301) 270-2470 Fax: (301) 270-8199 Email: UDandC@UniversalDesign.com
• Lifease Thousands of better-living ideas that can help you, or your client, if you're a rehabilitative professional or doing home modifications, make a home easier to live in and more functional. Lifease, Inc. Suite B, 1327 66th Ave. NE, Minneapolis, MN 55432, Phone: 763.277.5206
• Also: Charles Schwab Architects, The Phillip Stevens Companies, Inc., UDHomes.com, Certified Easy Living Home Builders, Wendt Builders, Tricon Development, Bonham Built Homes
  
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• United States Access Board
• DisabilityInfo.gov
• ADA and ABA Accessibility Guidelines Homepage -- Technical assistance, Phone: (800) 872-2253 (voice) or (800) 993-2822 (TTY), weekdays 10 - 5:30 EST (Wed. 10 - 2), email: ta@access-board.gov, fax: (202) 272-0081
• Universal Design in the Arts links to many articles. National Endowment for the Arts, 1100 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20506-0001, Phone: 202-682-5400, Voice/T.T.Y.: 202-682-5496, Email: webmgr@arts.endow.gov
  
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• Usability First Provides information and resources for key issues related to usability in website and software design. Two contact options: Foraker Design, 5277 Manhattan Circle Suite 210, Boulder, CO 80303, Phone:303-449-0202, Fax: 303-265-9286 fax, www.foraker.com, and, Diamond Bullet Design, 401 E. Stadium, Ann Arbor, MI 48104, Phone: 734-418-2498, Fax: 734-661-0410 fax, www.diamondbullet.com
  
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