The following Internet resources are not intended to be an exhaustive list, nor does the SILC endorse specific organizations. For more extensive resources, contact a local Center for Independent Living (CIL). A directory of Oregon’s CILs is available at http://www.oregon.gov/dhs/silc/Pages/services.aspx A national CIL directory is available at http://ilru.org/html/publications/directory/index.html. GENERAL DISABILITY RESOURCES Disability.gov Federal Internet site for disability resources https://www.disability.gov Disability Resources Monthly Disability Resources on the Internet *Note: Links may not be updated regularly, but most resources listed can be located through internet search engines Oregon resources: www.disabilityresources.org/OREGON.html Main page: www.disabilityresources.org/index.html Seniors & People with Disabilities Division State financial supports, long-term and community-based care and facility licensing for people with disabilities www.oregon.gov/DHS/spwpd/index.shtml Oregon Disabilities Commission Governor’s coordinating link between and among public and private organizations serving individuals with disabilities www.oregon.gov/DHS/spd/adv/odc/index.shtml Oregon Commission for the Blind Provides information, technology and mobility training, vocational training & independent living services related to blindness or low vision www.oregon.gov/Blind/index.shtml Updated: 12/12/2012 SILC Web Links -Page 1 of 5 Oregon Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services Program Information and referral source on deafness and hearing loss issues http://www.oregon.gov/DHS/odhhs Oregon Council on Development Disabilities Systems change, capacity building and advocacy activities related to developmental disabilities http://ocdd.org Brain Injury Alliance of Oregon Brain injury prevention, research, education, and advocacy www.biaoregon.org MindFreedom International Network of psychiatric/consumer survivors promoting consumer choice and a revolution in the approach to mental health supports and services. Provides assistance to individuals wanting to create and locate mental health resources, including a directory of alternatives for mental and emotional support. http://www.mindfreedom.org/directory National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) -Oregon Providing local support, education, and advocacy for individuals experiencing disabilities related to mental health http://www.nami.org/MSTemplate.cfm?Site=NAMI_Oregon EMPLOYMENT SUPPORTS Vocational Rehabilitation Services: · Office of Vocational Rehabilitation Services Assists individuals in getting and keeping jobs that match their skills, interests and abilities. Serves people with all type of disability, with the exception of Blindness or Deaf-Blindness, who are served by Oregon Commission for the Blind. www.oregon.gov/DHS/vr/index.shtml · Oregon Commission for the Blind Vocational services and training for individuals who are legal blind www.oregon.gov/Blind/index.shtml Updated: 12/12/2012 SILC Web Links -Page 2 of 5 PERSONAL SUPPORTS, SUPPLIES & IN-HOME SERVICES Aging & Disability Resource Connection of Oregon Resource directory for Oregon families, caregivers and consumers seeking information about long-term supports and services www.adrcoforegon.org Home Care Commission Ensuring the quality of home care services funded by the Department of Human Services, for seniors and people with disabilities. www.oregon.gov/DHS/spd/adv/hcc · STEPS Project Free consumer training for Homecare Worker management www.oregon.gov/DHS/STEPS/index.shtml · Homecare Worker Registry & Referral Service Allows employers (individuals needing in-home services) to match themselves with qualified Homecare Workers who meet a set of minimum standards For Internet connection, go to Home Care Commission link above, and click on link to “Registry & Referral System” Oregon Association of Area Agencies on Aging Advocating for the independence, dignity and choice of Oregon’s seniors and people with disabilities http://o4ad.org Blanche Fischer Foundation Fostering independence through private, direct grants to individuals or to organizations on behalf of individuals with physical disabilities www.bff.org Updated: 12/12/2012 SILC Web Links -Page 3 of 5 TECHNOLOGY Access Technologies, Inc. Specialists in ergonomic and assistive technology www.accesstechnologiesinc.org/ati_history.aspx Public Utilities Commission – Oregon Telephone Assistance Programs Provides financial assistance with phone service, adaptive equipment and relay services for speech and hearing disabilities http://www.oregon.gov/puc/Pages/rspf/index.aspx TRANSPORTATION Oregon Department of Transportation Trip Check Transportation options in Oregon, including accessible transportation www.tripcheck.com/rtp-to/cityCounty/cityCountySearch.aspx?__js=1 HOUSING SUPPORTS Oregon Housing & Community Services Housing finance agency, providing financial and program support to create and preserve opportunities for quality, affordable housing for Oregonians of lower and moderate income www.ohcs.oregon.gov VETERANS DISABILITY SUPPORT ORGANIZATIONS Oregon Paralyzed Veterans Maximizing the quality of life for it's members and all people who have spinal cord injury and disease through advocacy, research, benefits and removal of architectural barriers www.oregonpva.org Disabled American Veterans – Oregon Department Building better lives for America's veterans with disabilities and their families www.davmembersportal.org/or/default.aspx Updated: 12/12/2012 SILC Web Links -Page 4 of 5 DISABILITY RIGHTS & RELATED LAWS Rehabilitation Act – U.S. Department of Education Federal legislation authorizing grants for vocational rehabilitation, supported employment, independent living, client assistance, training, research and focusing on rights, advocacy and protections for individuals with disabilities http://www2.ed.gov/policy/speced/reg/narrative.html U.S. Department of Justice ADA Home Page Provides the most current version of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as well as numerous other resources about the ADA. www.ada.gov Disability Business & Technical Assistance Center (DBTAC) Provides Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) resources, accessibility information and technical assistance http://dbtacnorthwest.org · Oregon Affiliate: ADA Info-Oregon http://dbtacnorthwest.org/Oregon Individuals with Disabilities Education Act – U.S. Department of Education Federal law governing how states and public agencies provide early intervention, special education, and related services to children with disabilities. It addresses the educational needs of children with disabilities from birth to age 18 or 21. http://idea.ed.gov/explore/view/p/%2Croot%2Cstatute%2C Disability Rights Oregon Provides legal assistance for problems directly related to disabilities and operates Oregon’s Client Assistance Program for individuals receiving Vocational Rehabilitation Program or Independent Living Program services www.disabilityrightsoregon.org Disability Rights Education & Defense Fund National civil rights law and policy center directed by individuals with disabilities and parents who have children with disabilities. http://dredf.org Updated: 12/12/2012 SILC Web Links -Page 5 of 5