"Serving Chicago since 1980, Access Living is a nonresidential Center for Independent Living for people with all types of disabilities. Access Living programs and services promote the empowerment, independence and inclusion of people with all types of disabilities in every aspect of community life."

Planning a trip to New York City? This site will help you find the destinations, services, reataurants, hotels, stores and more - all accessible. Watch out - NYC has its eyes on being the number one destination for travelers with disabilities.

A website with a well organized list of resources for people living with a disability. The site owner, Jim Lubin, chose the website name makoa which is a Hawaiian word that means courageous.

Although this is a private insurance company, the web page presents useful statistics and raises a valid point when considering disability insurance.

"Individual Disability Insurance from Principal Life Insurance Company helps clients protect their most valuable asset - their ability to work and earn an income. The following statistics support and describe the need for disability insurance protection. The statistics were gathered from credible third-party sources. Any materials that are created using the statistics (with the full source clearly identified) must be compliance approved by Principal Life."

"The Disabilities Network of New York City brings people, organizations, government and industry together to find soultions to the problems faced by New Yorkers with physical, visual and hearing disabilities. We work for full inclusion of people with disabilities into the vast civic, social and economic life of New York City." Promoters of disTHIS film series.

Find Disability Statistics:  Select a statistic below to access the disability statistics interactive search tool.

"The Disability Statistics Center produces and disseminates policy-relevant statistical information on the demographics and status of people with disabilities in American society. The Center's work focuses on how that status is changing over time with regard to employment, access to technology, health care, community-based services, and other aspects of independent living and participation in society. The Center is based at the Institute for Health and Aging at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF)."

"DisabilityGuide.org is the Washington, DC and New York City metro area's premiere online disability information resource, and it's FREE. Our mission is to create a user-friendly, information-packed resource targeted at helping those with disabilities find the information they need."

Connecting the disability community to information and opportunities. Topics include: benefits, civil rights, community life, education, emergency preparedness, employment, health, housing, technology and transportation.

Community! For people touched by disabilities, be it amputee, caregiver, disabled veteran, or those interested in exploring adaptive sports, accessible travel, or any other disability-related topic. This website provides lifestyle articles, blogs, forums, health information and shared knowledge. Great resource for expertise and community.

"DRDF believes that the society needs to be conductive in order to be inclusive and universal. It is the environment that renders people disabled and not the medical impairments. the traditional and conservative definition if disability is fast changing around the world with the able and disabled securing equal rights in society.

Technology is increasingly becoming the means wherein the person with disability can achieve independence and lead a life of self sufficiency. Access to affordable technology is a basic human right. However the prohibitive cost of technology and the lack of indigenous research in the field of adoptable and assistive devices has meant that people have had limited access to rehabilitation and subsequent empowerment in the third world countries.

DRDF is an organization which brings together the creative, technical and legal expertise of architects, engineers and activists to formulate solutions for an all inclusive society. Our approach is deeply grounded in design and public policy to attain comprehensive solutions to the issues of rights for people with disability in society"

"Easter Seals has been helping individuals with disabilities and special needs, and their families, live better lives for nearly 90 years. From child development centers to physical rehabilitation and job training for people with disabilities, Easter Seals offers a variety of services to help people with disabilities address life's challenges and achieve personal goals."

"ICDRI seeks to increase opportunities for people with disabilities by identifying barriers to participation in society and promoting best practices and universal design for the global community." Website includes: knowledge base, resources, best practices, education, outreach and community.

The Mission of Infinitec is to advance independence and promote inclusive opportunities for children and adults with disabilities through technology. The Infinitec staff helps people with disabilities find and get access to information, technology services, training, assistive equipment and specialists by creating partnerships that maximize resources. Assistive technology is any type of device that accomplishes a task for someone who cannot achieve it naturally. Examples include synthetic voice for speech, reading programs for those with learning disabilities or blindness, or a wheelchair for one who cannot walk on their own.

"Founder, Mara Kaplan is an educator, mom of a child with disabilities and seasoned advocate for inclusive play. Learn more about Mara.  Let Kids Play is a consulting firm that works with manufacturers, communities, non-profits, park districts, retail stores, and parents on projects and strategies that ensure that all children have the best play opportunities possible." Let Kids Play Newsletter from Mara Kaplan

Housing & Mortgages for People with Disabilities: Make sure to read through this useful guide and use the links for more info.

"The mission of the National Organization on Disability (NOD) is to expand the participation and contribution of America’s 54 million men, women and children with disabilities in all aspects of life. Just over one-third of working-age Americans with disabilities are employed. That’s barely half the employment rate of the general population. To address this gap, NOD works in partnership with businesses, government, national philanthropies and local organizations to promote employment opportunities for people with disabilities.

NOD accomplishes its mission by piloting innovative programs, evaluating their results, and communicating successful approaches to policymakers, researchers and service providers."

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.

"The Mayor's Office for People with Disabilities works hand-in-hand with other City agencies to assure that the voice of the disabled community is represented and that City programs and policies address the needs of people with disabilities. We have developed a number of informative brochures and directories that detail programs, services, activities, and other resources that are accessible to people with disabilities. In addition, we work with organizations on specific issues affecting people with disabilities, and arrange activities and events that aim to bring about dialog that leads to meaningful outcomes."

"Ouch! is a website from the BBC that reflects the lives and experiences of disabled people. It has articles, blogs, a very busy messageboard and an award-winning downloadable radio show - The Ouch Podcast). It's aimed at those with a stakehold in disability: family, friends, professionals and, rather importantly, disabled people themselves - without whom all this would be a bit meaningless. "

Support site for spinal cord injury survivors and friends, family and caregivers. News and links.

For travelers and travelers with disabilities, raise awareness, remove barriers and expand travel opportunities. Many travel tips and resources at this site.

"For over 60 years, we have been an active voice in the disability community and a leading provider of outstanding programs and services for individuals with disabilities. The mission of United Spinal Association is to provide expertise, create access to resources and strengthen hope, thereby enabling people with spinal cord injuries and disorders (SCI/D) to fulfill their potential as active members of their communities."

"VisionZone is the first live and virtual eye health resource designed to bridge the gap between disease, prevention, awareness and solutions. VisionZone Live and VisionZone.org connects the eye care, visually impaired and caretaker communities through a blended interactive experience. Now professionals, businesses, associations and consumers can relate both virtually and in-person to share their knowledge to combat eye diseases and low vision awareness together – no matter where they are."

"This is a community for people who have a common interest in wheelchair technology and its improvement and successful application."