Platinum Sponsor
Advocates for Special People
www.advocatesforspecialpeople.org
Christopher & Dana Reeve Resource Center
Independent Living / Advocacy
1) Free legal services on civil matters -
click on the Dallas Volunteer Attorney Program icon
(on the lower, right hand side of main page)
2) Lawyer Referral Service -
click on the LRS icon
(on the lower, right hand corner of main page)
REACH Resource Center on Independent living provides information and referral services, advocacy, independent living skills training, peer counseling, social/recreational activities, employment assistance and adjustment to disability group training.
Advocacy, Incorporated
The mission
of Advocacy, Inc.
is to advocate for, protect, and advance
the legal, human, and service rights of people with disabilities.
The
Arc of Dallas
Resources,
Information and Programs for People with Developmental Disabilities
Education / Employment
This comprehensive national initiative is also designed to assist people with the training and support they need to go to work by increasing their choices. SSA beneficiaries with disabilities can find employment, vocational rehabilitation (VR) and other support services from public and private providers.
a global community on the internet for families of person who have disabilities. try the library to get information about disabilities, causes of disability, and links to resources about them. try the school for general information about assistive technology and education. try the shopping mall for information about specific assistive technology products.
a University of Wisconsin, Madison, institution. A pioneer in the field of technology and disability. research standards, publications, conferences, FAQ's and information resources, etc.
http://www.arlingtononline.net/
Serving the Arlington community by connecting you to people, services and opportunities.
Online Resources for the People of Arlington, Texas
We are part of a network of 670 Area Agencies nationwide and one of 28 in the state of Texas dedicated to addressing the needs of older people and their caregivers.
The North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) is a voluntary association of local governments established to assist local governments in planning for common needs, cooperating for mutual benefit, and coordinating for sound regional development..
Closing the Gap
A Minnesota based organization which serves people with disabilities and professionals who work with people with disabilities. Use the Resource Directory link of Closing the Gap if you are looking for information about specific products or types of products. Use the Bookmark link for a great list of websites.
AARP is a nonprofit membership organization dedicated to addressing the needs and interests of persons 50 and older. Through information and education, advocacy and service, we seek to enhance the quality of life for all by promoting independence, dignity and purpose.
Medical / Gov't Information
www.GovBenefits.gov free & confidential website that helps citizens determine their potential eligibility for hundreds of government-funded benefit & assistance programs
www.intelihealth.com medical information
www.cdc.gov center for disease control
www.drkoop.com medical information
www.ssa.gov social security website
www.medicare.gov Medicare website
www.webmd.com medical information
Information for the Cargiver
www.familycaregiversonline.com on-line training for caregivers
www.caregiver.org medical information
City of Arlington, Futures Committee "2025 is Now"
2025 is Now (rev feb 20) web version [Read-Only].pdf