Resources

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Disclaimer: All Resources should be thoroughly researched before using. RCM is not affiliated with any of the resources listed. In addition, views and practices that are on any resources’ websites does not necessarily reflects’ RCM views and practices.

Access to Disability Services

Disability Gov

The U.S. federal government website for information on disability programs and services nationwide connects people with disabilities, their families and caregivers with helpful resources on topics such as how to apply for disability benefits, find a job, get health care or pay for accessible housing. Includes supportive community organizations.

Disability Scoop

Excellent source for up-to-the-minute developmental disability news.

Disability.gov’s Guide for Family Caregivers

This excellent resource includes vast information on programs, services, government agencies and organizations that can help you as you care for a spouse, child, parent or other family member. It includes multiple links to help get you started.

Home Accessibility Costs

HomeAdvisor has provided a Disability Accommodation Cost Guide which gives people an idea how much certain special needs accommodations cost, such as a wheelchair ramp or an elevator/stair lift.

Medicaid
Federal policy and program information about Medicaid, the Children’s Health Insurance Program and the Basic Health Program.

Operation Autism – A Resource Guide for Military Families

Operation Autism directly supports U.S. military families touched by autism spectrum disorders. It serves as an introduction to autism, a guide for the life journey with autism, and a ready reference for available resources, services, and support.

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Adults with Disability and Independent Living

Advancing Futures for Adults with Autism

AFAA is a national consortium of organizations working together to promote a collaborative spirit and develop both public and private sector support that improve the lives of adults living with autism.

Autism Life Span Homes

These residential homes licensed by the California Department of Health Services can provide intermediate care habilitation services to teens and young adults who have been diagnosed with autism and or related developmental disabilities.

Can My Child Ever Learn to Live on His Own?

Advice on helping your child on the spectrum take the steps toward independent living through very structured learning, repetition, and functional task learning.

Disability and Employment

Interesting information on conferences for families, educators, employers and service providers focused on the practical information necessary to find or create employment opportunities for people with disabilities.

Fill-A-Need Foundation

Fill-A-Need Foundation is a non-profit that supports adults with autism and other special needs by identifying, nurturing, and developing each adult’s individual potential.

How Do I Know if My Child Needs a Guardian?
– Autism Parenting Magazine

Professional financial planning tips on determining whether your child needs a guardian when he/she turns 18 years old.

National Council on Independent Living

The longest-running national cross-disability, grassroots organization which represents thousands of organizations and individuals including: individuals with disabilities, Centers for Independent Living (CILs), Statewide Independent Living Councils (SILCs), and other organizations that advocate for the human and civil rights of people with disabilities throughout the U.S.

Workplace Opportunities For All People On The Spectrum
– Autism Parenting Magazine

The father of a 13-year-old with “low-functioning” autism and the managing principal of a conference company which develops programs to serve the disability communities shares the employment possibilities for all people on the spectrum.

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Disability Advocacy

National Disability Rights Network (NDRN)

NDRN provides resources for protection and advocacy for Individual with Disabilities

Disability Advocates of America

Disability Advocates provide Nationwide Social Security Disability Advocacy

Autism National Committee 

AUTCOM is an autism advocacy organization dedicated to “Social Justice for All Citizens with Autism” through a shared vision and a commitment to positive approaches.

Autism Society

This leading grassroots autism organization exists to improve the lives of all affected by autism by increasing public awareness about the day-to-day issues faced by people on the spectrum, advocating for appropriate services for individuals across the lifespan, and providing the latest information regarding treatment, education, research and advocacy.

Autistic Self Advocacy Network

The Autistic Self Advocacy Network seeks to advance the principles of the disability rights movement with regard to autism.

TASH

TASH is an international leader in disability advocacy striving for fully inclusive schools, workplaces, and communities.

Seniors Resources

Administration on Aging

The Administration on Aging is a Federal Agency which promotes home and long term care that meets the needs of patients and their caregivers.  The Agency provides resources to federal, national and local programs.

AgingCare.com

Resource for caregivers of Elders, this site is full of information and links to other sources that offer an extensive array of practical help.

Alzheimer Resources and Dementia Resources

Resources related to Alzheimer care, therapy and support

A Place For Mom

Articles Related to Seniors

Caregivers’ Resources

Resources for individuals caring for elderly parents

Nationwide Senior Resources

Resources for seniors nationwide

Resources for Senior Care