Access-Able Travel Source
This is an international database available on the Internet which provides disabled tourists a high range of information on accessible attractions, lodging, transportation, equipment rental in several countries and regions in the world. It also provides information likely to increase the fun dimension of a foreign holiday. |
Alzheimer's Association
In addition to increasing our understanding of Alzheimer's this web highlights helpful resources for people with this condition and people who care for persons with this condition.
There are also sections on medical issues, research and information on the providing association.
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American Association of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
An evolving resource which provides a good overview of this world renowned association and offers informative fact sheets on a broad range of issues and policy concerns. Likely to interest family members, professionals and researchers. |
Attention Deficit Disorders
C.H.A.D.D. (Children and Adults with Attentional Disorders) provide through this resource a series of online fact sheets likely to interest parents, educators and persons advocating for appropriate service provision. |
Council of Europe
The Council was set up to defend human rights, parliamentary democracy and the rule of law; develop continent-wide agreements to standardise member countries' social and legal practices and promote awareness of a European identity based on shared values and cutting across different cultures. |
EASPD
The European Association of Service Providers for Persons with Disabilities (EASPD) promotes the equalisation of opportunities for people with disabilities through effective and high quality service systems in Europe. EASPD represents more than 6000 service provider organisations in 22 European countries. |
Epilepsy contact database
A site developed to unite and educate persons affected by and afflicted by epilepsy. |
Epilepsy Foundation of America
Dedicated to providing information to people with epilepsy, their families, researchers, educators, and caregivers in order to enhance quality of life. |
European Disability Forum
EDF is a European umbrella organisation representing more than 50 million disabled people in Europe. Its mission is to ensure disabled citizens' full access to fundamental and human rights through their active involvement in policy development and implementation in the European Union. |
European Foundation for the Improvment of Working and Living Conditions
The Foundation provides information, advice and expertise – on living and working conditions, industrial relations and managing change in Europe – for key actors in the field of EU social policy on the basis of comparative information, research and analysis. |
FETAC - Further Education and Training Awards Council
As the national awarding body for further education and training in Ireland, the Further Education and Training Awards Council (FETAC) gives people the opportunity to gain recognition for learning in education or training centres, in the work place and in the community. FETAC's functions include; making and promoting awards; validating programmes; monitoring and ensuring the quality of programmes, and; determining standards.
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Foundation for People with Learning Disabilities
The UK organisation, Foundation for People with Learning Disabilities, promote the rights, quality of life and opportunities of people with learning disabilities and their families. |
Fragile X Syndrome (FRAXA Research Foundation)
Specifically focused on Fragile X Syndrome this site offers an introduction to Fraxile X and to the FRAXA research foundation.
It also includes a link with the Fragile X Listserve, a free electronic mailing list for discussion on all aspects of Fragile X
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Health Research Board
The Health Research Board's mission is to improve health through research and information. The Disability Databases Division in the Health Research Board manages two national service-planning databases for people with disabilities on behalf of the Department of Health and Children:
National Intellectual Disability Database (NIDD), established in 1995 and the National Physical and Sensory Disability Database (NPSDD), established in 2002.
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Hydrocephalus Association
Another good starting point for persons interested in knowing more about Hydrocephalus. In addition to providing a series of fact sheets this site links with the
It provides an excellent opportunity to communicate with others facing similar problems and to share experiences and information.
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IASSID
The International Association for the Scientific Study of Intellectual Disabilities is an international and interdisciplinary scientific non governmental organization promoting worldwide research and exchange of information on intellectual disabilities. IASSID is the first and only world-wide group dedicated to the scientific study of intellectual disability. |
ICF Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health
ICF is a classification of health and health related domains that describe body functions and structures, activities and participation. The domains are classified from body, individual and societal perspectives. Since an individual's functioning and disability occurs in a context, ICF also includes a list of environmental factors. |
IHCPT (Irish Pilgrimage Trust homepage)
Comprehensive introduction to this organisation which takes Irish people with disabilities on pilgrimage and on holiday every year |
Inclusion International
Likely to be of interest to persons interested in advocacy initiatives at the international level and finding our what umbrella organisations exist throughout the world.
Inclusion International also intend to develop this site into a resource from which we will be able to download position papers, fact sheets and pamphlets
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Incusion Europe
Inclusion Europe is a non-profit organisation that campaigns for the rights and interests of people with intellectual disabilities and their families throughout Europe. Respect, Solidarity and Inclusion are the fundamental values shared by all members of our movement of and for people with intellectual disabilities and their families. |
Institute for Family Advocacy and Leadership
Web site of an independent community based social advocacy organisation, which works at a state wide level in New South Wales, Australia |
MENCAP
Mencap is the UK's leading learning disability charity working with people with a learning disability and their families and carers. |
Mental Health Foundation (Great Britain)
Very informative web site with a number of sections quite strong on provision in support of persons with learning disabilities in the UK. |
National Down Syndrome Society (USA)
This website aims to inform and to support advocates and researchers in the field of Down Syndrome.
In addition to question and answer sessions about Down Syndrome it highlights myths and truths associated with this syndrome, provides reading and reviewing lists and opportunities to order information on line.
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Northamptonshire People First
An organisation of people with learning difficulties speaking up for themselves, campaigning against negative labels and promoting equal rights and respect |
Sibling Support Project
An excellent site of sibling support resources, workshops and connections regarding brothers and sisters of people with disability, chronic illnesses or mental health concerns. |
Special Olympics International
Web site of this internationally acclaimed organisation which provides year-round training and athletic competition for more than one million athletes in nearly 150 countries. Tells the story of Special Olympics, introduces games, demonstrative opportunities and competitions, and includes information on becoming a Special Olympic Volunteer. |
TASH (The International Association for Persons with Severe Handicaps)
Recognised as one of the great advocacy organisations in the world, the TASH web site is likely to interest parents, policy analysts, and persons with an interest in advocating through legislation. |
The Council on Quality and Leadership
The Council on Quality and Leadership (CQL), has been at the forefront of the movement to improve the quality of services and supports for people with intellectual disabilities and people with mental health issues. It began with the fundamental belief that everyone has a right to a life of dignity, opportunity and community inclusion. The Council on Quality and Leadership provides accreditation for services based on their Personal Outcomes Measures. |
Tourette Syndrome
Raenna Peiss, a 23 year-old with Tourette syndrome, provides a personal view of this condition and provides links to others interested in discussing this condition over the Internet |
UNESCO
UNESCO - the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) was founded on 16 November 1945. This website gives information on inclusive education, incorporating special needs education and Education for All. |
United Cerebral Palsy Associations, Inc.
Dedicated to advancing the independence, productivity and full citizenship of people with cerebral palsy and other disabilities, this web site outlines programs and services of the U.S.A.'s second largest health charity.
It also introduces a number of innovative projects and research projects and includes pointers to Internet discussion groups which may interest family members and professionals.
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Williams Syndrome Association
Among the sections of this web site one can find answers to many frequently asked questions.
There are also sections on research, available literature, medical matters and opportunities for families with a member with Williams Syndrome to have contact with other such families.
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