Resources
NATIONAL RESOURCES
ADA National Network
Provides information, guidance, and training on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
U.S. Department of Justice ADA Website
Authoritative ADA law, enforcement, and complaint resources.
Disability Rights Education and Defense Fund (DREDF)
Civil rights law and policy center for disability rights.
National Disability Rights Network (NDRN)
National legal advocacy for individuals with disabilities.
ADA Centers (Regional Technical Assistance)
Local ADA help desks, education, and compliance guidance.
Benefits.gov - Disability Resources
Federal programs and information for people with disabilities.
ACCESSIBILITY & COMMUNICATION
National Association of the Deaf (NAD)
Advocacy and resources for the deaf and hard of hearing.
American Foundation for the Blind (AFB)
Support and tools for individuals with vision impairments.
Communication Services for the Deaf (CSD)
Employment and community programs for deaf individuals.
MENTAL HEALTH & COGNITIVE DISABILITIES
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
Support and advocacy for mental health.
The Arc of the United States
Advocates for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Autism Speaks
Autism support, research, and community resources.
MOBILITY & PHYSICAL DISABILITIES
United Spinal Association
Support for spinal cord injuries and mobility challenges.
Amputee Coalition
National nonprofit supporting people with limb loss.
Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA)
Resources and research for neuromuscular diseases.
LEGAL & MEDIATION SUPPORT
Disability Rights California
Example of a statewide legal advocacy organization.
National Center for State Courts – ADA Resources
ADA standards and accommodations in the court system.
TRANSPORTATION & ACCESS
National Aging and Disability Transportation Center (NADTC)
Transportation help for people with disabilities.
Paratransit Services (via Easterseals)
Mobility and transit solutions.
EMPLOYMENT & INDEPENDENT LIVING
Job Accommodation Network (JAN)
Free guidance on workplace accommodations.
Centers for Independent Living (via ILRU)
Help for people who want to live more independently.
National Council on Independent Living (NCIL)
Advocacy group for independent living.
GENERAL HELP & INFORMATION
211.org
Nationwide helpline for housing, food, healthcare, and disability support.
AbleData (archived)
Database of assistive technology and devices.