Resources
Resources for Wellness Facilities, Their Patients and the Community
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Essential Learning Resources
People First Language
Our use of negative or stereotyping words and labels can cause others to think that people who are Deaf, Hard of Hearing or individuals with a disability are not able to achieve the things that others can achieve.
History of People First Language
The movement toward people-first language began in the 1980s, advocating for language that puts the person before their disability.
Guide to Basic Medical ASL
Use this guide to help you effectively communicate with your Deaf and Hard of Hearing patients.
Blog
Stories and Articles to Inspire, Educate and Share Ideas
Read through eye-opening stories, advice, and resources that publicize things we don’t often talk or think about. You’ll discover ways to make simple changes that benefit all.
Pack Your Bags (and Maybe a Backup Plan): A Disabled Traveler’s Field Guide
Travel is one of life’s greatest pleasures. It opens your mind, fills your stomach with new food, and gives you stories that will make your
Global Accessibility: Who is Winning the Race?
When we talk about the Americans with Disabilities Act, we often treat it like the holy grail of civil rights. And to be fair, in
Bridging Culture and Law: The ADA and the Deaf Community
There is a fundamental tension in disability advocacy: the difference between a legal status and a cultural identity.
Helpful Links
Partner Resources
The links below have been shared with us by our community and may be of value to you. The information is not created by Ability Together, and is provided for your convenience.
Information and Technical Assistance on the Americans with Disabilities Act
The ADA is one of America’s most comprehensive pieces of civil rights legislation that prohibits discrimination.
College Planning Guide for Students with Learning Disabilities
This detailed guide helps students ensure they know their rights, the extra help they can get, and the scholarships they can apply for.
Deaf and Disabled Telecommunications Program
The mission of the program is to provide access to basic telephone service for Californians who have difficulty using the telephone.
Debbie Drennan Assistive Technology
Training on adaptive tools and strategies, consultation and coaching to teams and families.
Guide to Social Security for Seniors
This federal program includes several different components that can provide valuable financial assistance regardless of your age.
Healthy Minds Consulting
Fostering Students’ Self-Esteem & Academic Success By Uniting the Fields of Education and Mental Health.
The Minnesota Governor’s Council on Developmental Disabilities
Partners in Policymaking® teaches the power of advocacy to change the way people with disabilities are supported, viewed, taught, live and work.
Resume and Employment Guide for People With Disabilities
Best practices for resume writing, laws that protect you from discrimination, and several other topics that you should know about as a worker who is deaf or disabled.
The Unrecables
A non-profit, volunteer-based organization promoting adaptive sports, like skiing, and encourage people with disabilities to participate in sports, recreational, and social activities in their communities.
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