Links

Advocacy

ACOSS—Australian Council of Social Service
Advocacy House—(jumpsite for Action for Community Living)
VICNORD: Disability Rights Victoria)
Americans with Disabilities Act document centre (USA)
Anti-discrimination Board (NSW)
Disability Action
HREOC—Australian Human Rights Commission—Disabilities
Missed Bussiness Guide—Are you losing customers and money? Use this tool to help you to attract more customers by providing better access to your business
Multicultural Disability Advocacy Association of NSW
People With Disabilities—represents the interests of people with all kinds of disability

Assistive technology, access and equipment

Ability Technology—computer and home automation systems — supply, advice and training
Abledata (USA)—premier source for information on assistive technology
ARATA—Australian Rehabilitation and Assistive Technology Association (includes link to the ARATA listserv)

Assistance dogs are obtained, trained and maintained by, and obtained from—
ASDOG
Assistance Dogs Australia

CATS (Computer Assistive Technology Services)—Northcott Society—resource centre for computer based technology and communication options for people with physical and/or intellectual disabilities
Center for Universal Design (USA)—a national research, information, and technical assistance center evaluating, developing and promoting universal design in housing, public and commercial facilities, and related products
NSW Home Modification and Maintenance Services State Council—Represents HMM Services. Website has details of service outlets information about eligibility and the process of applying for service
Independent Living Centre NSW—includes on-line equipment database
Master Locksmiths Association Key—guidelines, locations
National Relay Service—relays calls between people who are deaf or have a hearing or speech impairment and the wider community 24 hours, every day of the year
Novitatech Regency Park Rehabilitation Engineering
Sydney Olympic Park—Achieving Access—"Access Guidelines" shares the experience that made the Sydney Olympics an accessible event
Spectronics—Specialist supplier of technology to people with disabilities in Australia—hardware, software
SCI Pilot—assistive technology experiences and insights of individuals who have had a spinal cord injury.
TASC & Technability—The Spastic Centre—technology, seating, mobility, communication, computer access and environmental control to people with disabilities
Technical Aid for the Disabled—custom making and modifying of disability products for people with disabilities if no commercial alternave exists; library; template designs
Technical Solutions Australia—specialising in electronics for people with disabilities
Trace Research and Development Center (USA)—College of Engineering, University of Wisconsin-Madison—a pioneer in the field of technology and disability
WA Disability Services Commission—"Access Resource Kit" contains information about provideing access and a detailed access checklist.

Disability service delivery framework

FACSIA: Disability Service Standards (Cwlth)—starting point for information about how all Australian Government funded disability employment providers and rehabilitation services are required to meet the Disability Service Standards
FACSIA: Quality Assurance for Disability Employment Services (Cwlth)—quality assurance system, Disability Service Standards and Key Performance Indicators for disability employment services and rehabilitation services
DADHC: Disability Action Plan and Framework (NSW)—Standards in Action—Practice requirements and guidelines for services funded Under the Disability Services Act
Privacy Act (Cwlth)—which ensures that people's dealings with organisations are kept confidential

Employment, education, training

ACE National Network—promoting open employment outcomes for people with disabilities
Australian Disability Clearinghouse on Education and Training—provides information about inclusive teaching, learning and assessment strategies, accommodations and support services for people with disabilities
Australasian Network of Students with Disabilities—promotes an equitable learning environment for all students
Australian National Training Authority (ANTA)—Commonwealth authority providing a national focus for vocational education and training
Australian JobSearch—listing jobs around Australia
Bizability—directory disability business services (formerly known as sheltered workshops) and the products they offer
Commonwealth Rehabilitation Service (CRS)—national provider of rehabilitation, injury and disability management services
Department of Employment, Education and Training (NSW)—school, TAFE and adult education; vocational training, apprenticeships and industry
EMAD—Employers Making a Difference—promoting and supporting businesses that encourage people with a disability as employees, customers and suppliers
Jobaccess—one-stop shop for all matters relating to employment of people with disability.
myfuture—explore your skills and interests, identify possible career paths—a joint Commonwealth, State and Territory initiative
National Disability Coordination Officer Program—web based information resource on education, post-school options and careers for people with disabilities. students and graduates with disabilities
West Virginia Rehabilitation and Research and Training Center (USA)—national center researching and training to assist people with disabilities into employment, the community, and independence through information technology

Government agencies (NSW State)

Department of Ageing, Disability and Home Care
Disability Council
Home Care Services of NSW
NSW Home Modification and Maintenance Services State Council—Represents HMM Services. Website has details of service outlets information about eligibility and the process of applying for service
NSW Government Agencies Information
NSW Motor Accidents Authority
     Lifetime Care and Support Scheme
RTA Mobility Parking Scheme
Public Transport Information—links to Sydney Buses, CityRail, Sydney Ferries, Private Bus Operators

Information & research

Association of Children's Welfare Agencies—Peak body in for child and family welfare in NSW
Disability and Aged Information Service (DAISI)—NSW North Coast disability information
Disability Awareness Kit—A Training Resource for Public Library Customer Service Staff
Disability Information & Resource Centre (DIRCSA)—South Australia and national disability information
Disability Information Network Australia—Victorian links
Disability Social History Project (USA)—disabled heroes, important events in disability history, and resources
Disability World (USA)—bimonthly international disability web-zine
E-bility—disability portal for information, resources, services and products, accessible accommodation database, travel guides, articles and more
Foundation for Spinal Cord Injury Prevention, Care & Cure target="_blank" (USA)—sci cure support and research
ICORD—information on spinal cord injury cure and treatment research
IDEAS—disability information service for regional NSW
Institute on Independent Living (Sweden)—promotes independent living within Sweden and internationally—training materials, technical assistance and information on personal assistance, advocacy, access, legislation and peer support
Neil Sachse Foundation – Curing Spinal Cord Injury—campaigning for a SCI cure
Paralinks (USA)—electronic magazine for people with spinal cord injury
SCI Education Initiative (Canada)—audio-visual self-paced learning slideshow covers all aspects of spine anatomy, injury, effects, rehabilitation and more. Perfect for a first introduction to SCI, for junior and senior school education and also for people learning about their new injury and managing their existing injury.
SCI resource page—compiled by a personal injury professional
State Library of NSW Disability Access Service—disability information in and beyond the library
The Boulevard Disability & Healthcare (USA)—directory of products and services
Vicnet Disability Page—State Library of Victoria disability informatation
Working Carers Support Gateway—news, information and support to help working carers to achieve balance in their work and home life

Other physical disability organisations

AQA Victoria—support, advocacy and information for people with SCI
Apparelyzed (UK)—information on spinal cord injury, discussion forums.  Also sells humorous SCI focussed T-shirt designs
Association for the Physically Disabled (Western Cape, South Africa)
Carers Association of Australia—national support and advocacy for carers
Disabled Peoples International—fighting for full participation of all disabled people, particularly those in developing countries
Multiple Sclerosis Society of NSW—support, information and research on MS
Muscular Dystrophy Association (USA)—support, information and research on MD
National Spinal Cord Injury Association (USA)—support, advocacy and information
New Mobility Magazine (USA)—disability culture and lifestyle magazine written by and for wheelchair users
Northcott Society—supporting people with a wide range of physical disabilities
Paralysed Veterans of America (USA)—advocacy and support for veterans with SCI. Pubishes PN/Paraplegia News, Sports'nSpokes and other resources
Paraplegic & Quadriplegic Association (NSW)
Paraplegic & Quadriplegic Association (VIC)
Physical Disability Council of NSW—promoting equality of opportunity for people with physical disability by providing a representative voice
Post-polio Network NSW—providing advice on polio and the management of its late effects, encouraging research into the late effects of polio
Quadriplegic Association of South Africa—support services promoting and encouraging rehabilitation, community integration and independence
RADAR (UK)—campaigning and advising people with disabilities
Spastic Centre of NSW—supporting people with cerebral palsy and their families
Spinal Injuries Association (formerly Paraplegic & Quadriplegic Association  (QLD)
Spinal Injuries Association (UK)—national organisation of spinal cord injured people
Spinal Injures Scotland—the information resource for spinal injuries in Scotland
YourAble (UK)—one-stop site providing information, products and services

Recreation, sport, travel, transport 

Access Able Travel Source (USA)—information for mature and Disabled Travelers
Accessible Arts—promotes full inclusion, access and cultural opportunities in the arts for people with disabilities through advocacy, education and information
Accessiblilty.com.au—entertainment, sightseeing, travel in Sydney and other areas
Active Places—web portal and search engine for recreation, sport and cultural activities for people with a disability
Accomobility—Accessible tourist accommodation listings for New Zealand
Civil Aviation Safety Authority—what air travellers with a disability can do to ensure safety and comfort
Community Transport Organisation—peak body of Community Transport services across New South Wales
Disability Hire Vehicles—self-drive hire and disability equipment
Disabled Surfers Association—Surfers helping surfers
Easy Access Australia—travel guide for people with a disability
Freedom Motors—wheelchair accessible vehicle rental
Matching Houses—database of people offering house swaps in international destinations
Merinda Holiday Cottages—Victorian resort specifically designed for access by everyone
NICAN—information on recreation, tourism, sport and the arts for people with disabilities
NSW Department of Transport—Public transport and taxis, concessions and grants
NSW Wheelchair Sports Association—whether you're new to wheelchair sports or an elite athlete
Radarsearch—The online version of RADAR's long established guide for disabled people to holiday accommodation in Britain and Ireland
NSW Roads & Traffic Authority—Mobility Parking Scheme. Also, put "disability" in the search bar for other information.
Tysons—vehicle modifier also has rental vans and motorhomes
WEKA—disability information web site travel information, NZ focus but also intenational resources
Wheel the World—a resource guide for travellers with disabilities; destinations, accommodation etc.
Wheelaway—accessible vehicle rental in Melbourne

Sex, love, parenting, health

Australian Ventilator Users Network—self help group for people reliant on ventilator support
Disabled Women's Network (Canada)—resources for women with disabilities include breast self examination handbook
ICORD—information on spinal cord injury cure and treatment research
International Ventilator Users Network (IVUN) (USA)  

Making Connections—developed by the NSW Ministry for Science and Medical Research
Queensland Spinal Cord Injuries Service—excellent sci health & management resources.
Parents with Disabilities On-Line(USA)—one-stop resource with advice on adaptive equipment, publications, personal stories.
Regional Spinal Cord Injury Service SCI health maintenance factsheets—provides information resources to promote evidence-based practice at the point of care in NSW health facilities
Regional Spinal Cord Injury Center of Delaware Valley—Spinal Cord Injury Patient Family Teaching Manual divided into pdf chapers on all SCI health and rehabilitation subjects
SCI Education Initiative (Canada)—audio-visual self-paced learning slideshow covers all aspects of spine anatomy, injury, effects, rehabilitation and more. Perfect for a first introduction to SCI, for junior and senior school education and also for people learning about their new injury and managing their existing injury.
SCI Network (USA)—Sexuality after SCI factsheet
SCI Sexual Health (Canada)—Covers a wide variety of topics related to sexual health and fertility after SCI
Sexual Health Network—sexuality information, education, mutual support, counseling, therapy, healthcare, products and other resources ... and its SCI Sexuality pages
Spinal Injury Information Network (USA)—excellent SCI health, sexuality, and other resources
State Spinal Cord Injury Service (NSW)—information on health and facilities to further individual independence and achievement of personal goals; research, statistics, resources
Through the looking glass (USA)—resources on services and assistive technology for parents with disabilities and medical conditions
XSCI—Sydney spinal unit physiotherapists' individualised exercises suggestions

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