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ABC Canada
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Learn about adult literacy in Canada |
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Abilities Fund
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The first nationwide "community developer" advancing entrepreneurial opportunities for Americans with disabilities |
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Ability Camp Inc.
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In our year round facility we provide two different programs, Conductive Education an intensive form of therapy, originating in Hungary that has been very successful in improving fine and gross motor skills, balance, mobility and independence.
The second program we offer is Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT). Hyperbarics have been used for the treatment of injured divers for over 100 years. HBOT can be taken as a stand alone program or if appropriate can be combined with a session of Conductive Education.
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Ability Edge [Canadian]
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Ability Edge is a specialty internship program for graduates with disabilities. |
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Ability Online
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This is a free internet community where kids with disabilities or illness can meet role models, mentors and friends. |
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Abledata
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accessible housing resource centre |
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Academic Software
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specializes in the field of assistive technology and computer access for children and adults with disabilities and for health professionals who work with people with disabilities |
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Access 2
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Through the program, people with disabilities who require a support person carry a personal Access 2 Entertainment card with them. The card indicates to the ticket seller that the individual does indeed require the support of an attendant
The card provides free admission (or a substantial discount) for the support person at all participating entertainment venues. The person with the disability pays the regular admission fee.
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Accessibility Ontario [Canadian]
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The Ministry of Community and Social Services designed this site to provide information, useful resources, best practices and motivation to organizations, communities and interested individuals working together to make Ontario more inclusive and accessible to everyone. |
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Accessibility Services, Ontario March of Dimes
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provide people with physical disabilities greater independence by improving mobility and increasing community accessibility |
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Accessible Niagara [Canadian]
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all about accessible places in the Niagara Peninsula to visit, including Niagara Falls, Ontario. If you are mobility impaired, this is the website for you. |
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Across Languages [Canadian]
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provides interpreters for area hospitals, the City of London, the Children's Aid Society, the London Middlesex Health Unit, several provincial government ministries, WSIB, WSIAT, CPP, Designated Assessment Centres, lawyers, schools, counsellors and therapists, family doctors, police, provincial courts, community agencies serving refugees and immigrants, as well as many other organizations in London and across South-western Ontario and beyond |
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Active Living Alliance for Canadians with a Disability
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Promotes, supports and enables Canadians with disabilities to lead active, healthy lives. We provide nationally coordinated leadership, support, encouragement, promotion and information that facilitates healthy, active living opportunities for Canadians of all abilities across all settings and environments. |
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Adapting Motor Vehicles for People with Disabilities brochure
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The information in this brochure is based on the experience of driver rehabilitation specialists and other professionals who work with individuals who require adaptive devices for their motor vehicles |
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Addiction - The Drug and Alcohol Registry of Treatment [Canadian]
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DART provides information about drug and alcohol treatment services in Ontario. |
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Addiction Services of Thames Valley [Canadian]
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A community based service, funded by the Provincial Ministry of Health We offer service in Middlesex, Elgin and Oxford counties in several locations. Programs include substance abuse, problem gambling, back on track, heartspace and fresh start. |
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Advance for Occupational Therapy Practitioners
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Cutting-edge stories on the newest treatment arenas, protocols, products, therapy equipment and modalities |
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Advance for Physical Therapists and PT Assistants
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this Web site offers exclusive articles and departments as well as comprehensive job listings. With online departments including Legislations and Regulations and News You Can Use, PTs can access information for use in practice |
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Adventure trekkers stories
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Adventure trekkers purpose is to inject a spirit of adventure into our lives, and to evoke "Life as the Ultimate Adventure."
You will find full text online adventure stories. |
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Aids - Canadian Aids Treament Information Exchange
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CATIE provides information resources to help people living with HIV/AIDS who wish to manage their own health care in partnership with their care providers |
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Allergies - Allergy/Asthma Information Association [Canadian]
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are the only Canadian patient association that deals with all aspects of allergy, including asthma, allergic rhinitis and anaphylaxis. In this capacity, we strive to be the best possible resource for services and information |
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Allergies - Latex Allergy Links
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is a comprehensive, up-to-date listing of latex allergy-related sites and documents on the Internet. Created and maintained by Nancy Mitchell, parent of a son with latex allergy and past director of Internet communications for the National Latex Allergy Network (ELASTIC, Inc.), this educational networking site also includes articles and practical information about latex allergy, a message board, and a guestbook. |
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Allergies - The American Latex Allergy Association
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designed to provide educational materials, publications and product information to assist you with your understanding of natural rubber latex allergy. |
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American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
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AACAP provides information as a public service to aid in the understanding and treatment of the developmental, behavioural, and mental disorders which affect an estimated 7 to 12 million children and
adolescents at any given time in the United States.
You will find information on child and adolescent psychiatry, fact sheets for parents and caregivers, AACAP membership, current research, practice guidelines, managed care information, awards and fellowship descriptions, meeting information, and much more. |
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American Occupational Therapy Association
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Nationally recognized professional association of approximately 35,000 occupational therapists, occupational therapy assistants, and students of occupational therapy |
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American Occupational Therapy Foundation
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This is an index of major online databases related to rehabilitation and/or health care. It covers information on the source, availability, WWW address, description, type and coverage of a variety of databases. |
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American Physical Therapy Association
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National professional organization representing more than 63,000 members. Its goal is to foster advancements in physical therapy practice, research, and education. |
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American Sign Language Browser
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Learn how to use American Sign Language by viewing video clips provided by the Michigan State University. |
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American Speech-Language Hearing Association
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The professional, scientific, and credentialing association for more than 120,000 members and affiliates who are audiologists, speech-language pathologists, and speech, language, and hearing scientists.
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Arc
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community based organization of and for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities
Provides an array of services and support for families and individuals |
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Arthritis - The Arthritis Society [Canadian]
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Canada’s principal arthritis health charity dedicated to funding and promoting arthritis education, research-based solutions and community-based support. |
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Artnold Chiari - World Arnold Chiari Malformation Association
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The World ACM Association. Join our support group and converse with many others who may be experiencing some of the same symptoms, hardships, and triumphs that you are. |
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Asperger - Families of Adults Afflicted with Aspergers
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FAAAS, Inc. is a support group for families of adults with Aspergers Syndrome. You will find Aspergers Syndrome related news, information, links, chapters, calendar, mailing list and a guest book. |
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Asperger - Tony Attwood
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a guide for parents, professionals and people with Asperger's Syndrome and their partners.
In this site you will find issues related to Asperger's Syndrome, resources, resource papers Tony has authored, related topics and Tonys presentation schedule. |
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Assistive Devices Program (ADP) [Canadian]
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The objective of ADP is to financially assist Ontario residents with long term physical disabilities to obtain basic, competitively priced, personalized assistive devices appropriate for the individuals needs and essential for independent living. |
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Association for Bright Children of Ontario [Canadian]
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Providing information and support to parents of bright and gifted children/adolescents through newsletters, networking, an annual conference and local workshops |
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Association for the Neurologically Disabled of Canada
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The program is designed to help individuals improve their learning, behaviour and performance abilities. By working towards a better organized, stronger and more efficient nervous system, individuals become better able to demonstrate and access their true potential. This means that we can assist them in becoming more independent individuals |
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Association of Children's Prosthetic-Orthotic Clinics
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Promote multi-disciplinary team development and collaboration; to support research in children's prosthetic-orthotic care; and to disseminate information among and about children's clinics |
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Association of Early Childhood Educators [Canadian]
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AECEO is a voluntary professional association that represents the interests of Early Childhood Educators across the province.
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Asthma - The Lung Association [Canadian]
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funds respiratory research, promotes better management of asthma, helps those with chronic lung disease, promotes a tobacco-free society and addresses the effects of air quality on lung health |
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Attention Deficit - Children and Adults with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
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provide a support network for parents and caregivers; provide a forum for continuing education; a community resource and disseminate accurate, evidence-based information about AD/HD for parents, educators, adults, professionals, and the media; promote ongoing research; and advocate on behalf of the AD/HD community |
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Augmentative and Alternative Communication at The Pennsylvania State University
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has an expansive research program directed toward improving clinical practice and enhancing outcomes for individuals who use AAC |
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Augmentative Communication Community Partnerships [Canadian]
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is a federal, non-profit organization for people who use augmentative and alternative communication (AAC)
Provides research, education and resources on Social Justice Issues,
Communication Access to Community Services, Abuse Prevention,
Attendant Services, Transition to adulthood, Self-determination and advocacy, Personal Safety, Healthy Relationships, Conflict Resolution and Literacy |
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Autism - ASD-CARC [Canadian]
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this site will guide you to the key issues associated with Autism Spectrum Disorders
You'll find research projects, a parent advisory group and publications. |
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Autism - Behaviour Institute [Canadian]
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A private agency providing applied behaviour analytical services for children with autism and their families. This website describes our home-based and centre-based services as well as training and other services we offer. |
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Autism - Different Roads to Learning
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The resource dedicated to helping children with autism learn and grow. Carries over 350 products carefully selected to support the Autism Community. You'll find everything from basic flashcards, books and timers to advanced social skills tools to support you at every step of your program. |
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Autism - Geneva Centre for Autism [Canadian]
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a private facility in Toronto, Ontario, Canada They offer a wide range of clinical services which are determined individually for each person with an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). |
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Autism - Guelph Services for the Autistic [Canadian]
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Helping adults with autism live with dignity in their own homes and in our community by: Home ownership, Homesharing, Quality of life, Support clusters and networks, Personal development and Fulfilment of abilities |
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Autism - Lovaas Institute
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Learn about the Lovaas model of intervention. The intervention is based on shaping behavior through reinforcement of successive approximations, prompting and fading procedures, and use of positive reinforcers that are child-specific and functional (i.e., serve the intent of increasing behavior). |
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Autism - Ontario Adult Autism Research and Support Network [Canadian]
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Through its information resources and links to other sites, OAARSN can help to share knowledge about the autism spectrum, its various symptoms and types, current research, and helpful treatments and therapies—as these may be relevant to adults. As important are our site’s communications features—Discussion Area, Calendar, and Bulletin Board--in providing ways for those who can feel very isolated to keep in touch and to discuss adult autism issues, especially in Ontario.
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Autism - Resources by and for persons on the Autistic Spectrum
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The purpose of the autistics.org project is to connect autistic people with the services we need to
live whole and happy lives. The immediate goal of autistics.org is to build a global database of
information and resources by and for persons on the autistic spectrum. The autistics.org project is
primarily by and for autistics, not parents of autistic children, though family members and professionals may find this website helpful. |
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Autism - Treatment and Education of Autistic and related Communication Handicapped Children, North Carolina
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the TEACCH approach includes a focus on the person with autism and the development of a program around this persons skills, interests, and needs. You will find information on autism, educational approaches, communication approaches, supported employment, demonstration preschool model, publications, research, training opportunities, and regional centers. |
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Autism - Zone for Autistic Children
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ZAC is the first web browser developed specifically for children with autism, and autism spectrum disorders. We have made this browser for the children - for their enjoyment, enrichment, and freedom. Children touch it, use it, play it, interact with it, and experience independence through ZAC.
We also provide an excellent forum for parents, caretakers, teachers, and others to share their experiences, tools and resources and to unite as a caring, compassionate, and extremely knowledgeable community. |
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Autism Around the Globe
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an interactive web-based project of the NLM Family Foundation which focuses on raising public awareness of how autism affects those in different parts of the world
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Autism National Committee
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An advocacy group dedicated to social and human rights issues pertaining to treatment of autistic individuals. |
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Autism Research Institute
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ARI is primarily devoted to conducting research, and to disseminating the results of research, on the causes of autism and on methods of preventing, diagnosing and treating autism and other severe behavioral disorders of childhood. They provide information based on research to parents and professionals throughout the world. |
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Autism Society Canada
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This site acts as an information site as well as a means of contacting others across Canada who are
coping with the same issues. |
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Autism Society of America
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serves the needs of individuals with Autism and their families through advocacy, education, public awareness, and research since 1965. You will find information packages and a mailing list. |
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Autism Society of British Columbia [Canadian]
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A parent based and directed society providing support to individuals with autism and their families in British Columbia and Yukon. You will find information pamphlets and a discussion forum.
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Autism Society of Ontario [Canadian]
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provide information and education, support research, and advocate for programs and services for the autism community. Use ABACUS to search for ABA providers in Ontario. |
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Autism Treatment Services of Canada
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a national affiliation of organizations that provide, or are actively planning to provide, treatment, educational, management and consultative services to people with autism and related disorders across Canada.
The "general information package" provides an excellent description of the disease and includes examples to illustrate some of the traits that individuals with autism may express. |
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AutismPro [Canadian]
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helps school districts, early intervention providers, and governments design and deliver quality programming solutions to improve educational outcomes, lower staff stress and utilize resources effectively. You'll find over 5000 printable activity plans and strategies to avoid problem behaviors. |
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BBC
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Activities for all age groups |
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Behavior Analysis, Inc
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This website was developed to assist individuals who work in the field of Behavior Analysis, Education and Human Services locate and publicize training opportunities. |
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Bereaved Families of Ontario [Canadian]
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A non-profit association of families who have lost a child to death. |
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Block Parents [Canadian]
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Brings about safe streets for all citizens in Canada through encouraging co-operation between citizens, law enforcement agencies, School Boards, all levels of government and a host of businesses and service clubs involved in financial aid |
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BLOOM
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Bloorview's magazine on parenting children with disabilities is now available online. It addresses the unique joys and challenges of parenting kids with disabilities by combining firsthand family insights and advice from leading professionals. |
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Born2Sign
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By teaching your child gestures or signs as well as spoken words, they are more quickly able to understand and communicate with the world around them. Search the online sign language dictionary to see video clips.
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Boys' & Girls' Club of London [Canadian]
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Deals directly with the disadvantaged youth of our community. The Club gives children and teens, of all abilities, between 2 and 21 years of age a place where they can learn and play, secure from the worries of the street.
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Brain Injury - Dale Brain Injury Services
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work with program participants to maximize their potential for independence, reintegration into their community, vocational and avocational success, and positive relationships.
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Brain Injury - Educating Educators About ABI
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provides practical information and useful classroom strategies to teach classroom teachers how to accommodate students living with the effects of acquired brain injuries |
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Brain Injury - HABIT
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assist in funding medical healthcare and supportive services for individuals, charitable organizations and medical facilities with special emphasis on the needs of children and youth with brain injury. |
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Brain Injury - On The Brain
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by Dr. Michael Merzenich, Ph. D: offers lessons on brain plasticity and various brain related issues such as, brain fitness, Alzheimer’s, and cognitive impairments. It also links to other similar blogs and helpful sites. |
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Brain Injury - Ontario Brain Injury Association [Canadian]
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enhance the quality of life for those living with an acquired brain injury.
You will find information on Project headgear, training and education, a book store, and a newsletter. |
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Brain Injury - Perspectives Network
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You will find a collection of articles that focus on the issues of brain injury. Topics are very broad as are the experiences and information shared by survivors, family members and professionals. |
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Brain Injury - Think First Canada
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heightens public awareness through education about the prevention of brain and spinal cord injuries. It teaches school aged children and youth, sports teams and volunteers simple and effective ways to avoid these injuries by safely participating in activities. |
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Brain Injury Association of Canada
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facilitates post-trauma research, education and advocacy while promoting prevention and attempting to improve the quality of life for those Canadian’s affected by acquired brain injuries |
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Brain Injury Association of London & Region [Canadian]
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supports the counties of Oxford, Elgin, Huron, Perth and Middlesex, with services such as, support groups, resource materials, peer mentoring program and a quarterly journal (The Monarch). In addition we hold an annual conference and provide public awareness presentations. You will find an online brain injury services directory. |
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Brain Injury Association of New York State
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provides education, advocacy and community support services to improve outcomes of individuals with brain injuries. BIANYS offers support groups, prevention and mentoring programs, video and publications libraries, and a toll free Family Help Line |
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Brain Injury Rehabilitation Centre - Calgary
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BIRC works with people who have an acquired brain injury (thru trauma or illness, such as stroke) to relearn the skills most of us take for granted |
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BraunAbility
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Sells wheelchair lifts, wheelchair vans and mobility aids. |
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Bright Futures
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Bright Futures is a national child health initiative to promote and improve the health, education, and well being of all children, families, and communities. You will find a checklist for health care visits as well as a pocket guide for raising healthy children. |
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British Columbia Children's Hospital [Canadian]
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BC Childrens Hospital and Sunny Hill Health Centre for Children, agencies of the Provincial Health Services Authority, provide expert care for the provinces most seriously ill or injured children, including newborns and adolescents. |
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Busy Teachers Website
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This site is designed to provide teachers with direct source materials, lesson plans / classroom activities with a minimum of site-to-site linking, and to provide an enjoyable and rewarding experience for the teacher who is learning to use the Internet. |
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Camp Chatterbox
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A cultural "camping" activity for children between the ages of 9 and 16, who communicate using an AAC system. |
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Can Learn
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The one-stop online source for information on post-secondary education in Canada. |
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Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation
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CMHC can show you ways to adapt your home to meet your changing needs. Find out about home adaptation types, modification strategies, and the financial assistance that’s available to help low-income households undertake home adaptation projects. |
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Canadian Abilities Foundation
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The Canadian Abilities Foundation provide information, inspiration and opportunity to Canadians with disabilities, their families, friends, and the entire spectrum of professionals working in their services.
You will find Abilities magazine, chat room, and links. |
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Canadian Association for Community Living
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Canada-wide association of family members and others working for the benefit of persons of all ages who have an intellectual disability
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Canadian Association for Music Therapy
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Education, service to members, public awareness, professional development, and increased job opportunities for music therapists |
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Canadian Child and Youth Health Coalition
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a collaboration of ten major national organizational and program members working together with a common vision to advance the cause of child and youth health and health care in Canada |
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Canadian Council on Rehabilitation and Work
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The CCRW is a network of organizations and individuals that provides leadership in programs and services for job seekers with disabilities and businesses committed to equity and inclusion. |
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Canadian Deafblind and Rubella Association Ontario
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Several examples of creative supports for independent living |
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Canadian Home Care Association
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The Canadian Home Care Association defines home care as an array of services, provided in the home and community setting, that encompass health promotion and teaching, curative intervention, end-of-life care, rehabilitation, support and maintenance, social adaptation and integration and support for the informal (family) caregiver. Home care services are for infants, children, adults and seniors. |
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Canadian Hospitals Injury Reporting and Prevention Program (CHIRPP)
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A computerized information system that collects and analyzes data on injuries and poisonings from the emergency departments of 16 hospitals across Canada |
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Canadian Institutes of Health Research
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To excel, according to internationally accepted standards of scientific excellence, in the creation of new knowledge and its translation into improved health for Canadians, more effective health services and products and a strengthened Canadian health care system |
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Canadian MedicAlert Foundation
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MedicAlert is the leading provider of medical information services that are linked to customized medical bracelets and necklets |
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Canadian Mental Health Association
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As a nation-wide, voluntary organization, the Canadian Mental Health Association promotes the mental health of all and supports the resilience and recovery of people experiencing mental illness. The CMHA accomplishes this mission through advocacy, education, research and service.
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Canadian Occupational Therapy Foundation
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The purpose of the Canadian Occupational Therapy Foundation has always been to support research and scholarship in the field of occupational therapy. |
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Canadian Paralympic Committee
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Develop and grow the Paralympic Movement in Canada |
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Canadian Paraplegic Association
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To assist persons with spinal cord injuries and other physical disabilities to achieve independence, self reliance and full community participation |
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Canadian Parents Online
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CPO connects you with the people and information that will help you to improve your parenting skills. You will find a panel of experts who are available to answer questions, a free weekly newsletter, articles, a shopping mall, and chat rooms. |
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Canadian Red Cross
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Helps people affected by emergencies and disasterssituations ranging from a housefire to a flood that disrupts an entire region of the country |
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Canadian Transportation Agency
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Mission is to administer transportation legislation and Government of Canada policies to help achieve an efficient and accessible transportation system by education, consultation and essential regulation |
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Canadian Virtual Hospice
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Offers palliative care information for consumers, families, caregivers, doctors and allied health professionals |
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Cancer - Canadian Cancer Society
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funds research on all types of cancer, offers comprehensive and credible information on cancer, risk reduction and treatment,
provides support for people living with cancer, family members and friends |
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Cancer - ChildCan [Canadian]
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helps children and their families cope with the diagnosis of cancer by providing financial, social, and emotional support, ensuring the child remains the sole focus as they face their cancer journey
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CanChild [Canadian]
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CanChild is a centre for childhood disability research that seeks to maximize the life quality of children and youth with disabilities and their families. |
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CANGRANDS [Canadian]
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Our aim is to promote, support and assist families in maintaining or re-establishing family ties; especially between grandchildren and grandparents and extended families |
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Celiac Canada
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an internet mailing list and website devoted to keeping Celiacs in Canada and abroad informed and updated in aspects of Celiac Disease and Dermatitis Herpetiformis. It is also a resource for persons interested in contacting manufacturers. |
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Centre for Inclusive Education [Canadian]
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This website includes information on the Centre for Inclusive Education team members, including their research interests and recent publications. In addition, it presents research results as well as descriptions of current projects that are underway at the Centre.
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Cerebral Palsy - United Cerebral Palsy Research and Education Foundation Inc.
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a not for profit 501(c)3 organization dedicated to funding research and educational activities directly relevant to discovering
the cause, cure and evidence based care for those with cerebral palsy and related developmental disabilities |
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Cerebral Palsy - American Academy of Cerebral Palsy and Developmental Medicine (AACPDM)
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AACPDM is a multidisciplinary scientific society devoted to the study of cerebral palsy and other childhood onset disabilities, to promoting professional education for the treatment and management of these conditions, and to improving the quality of life for people with these disabilities.
On this website, you will have access to many of our educational offerings including webcast grand rounds, reading lists, links to other related websites and registration for the highlight of our educational activities: our annual meeting |
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Cerebral Palsy - Ontario Federation for Cerebral Palsy [Canadian]
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OFCP is a non-profit charitable organization of member groups with a mandate to address the changing needs of people in Ontario with cerebral palsy and other physical disabilities, recognizing the inherent dignity and rights of all individuals.
You will find their programs and services outlined, a service information database, upcoming conferences, and publications. |
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Child and Family WebGuide
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A directory that evaluates, describes and provides links to hundreds of sites containing child development research and practical advice. |
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Child Care Human Resources Sector Council [Canadian]
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A pan-Canadian, non-profit organization dedicated to moving forward on the human resource issues in child care. We bring together national partners and other sector representatives develop a confident, skilled and respected workforce valued for its contribution to early childhood care and education
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Child Reach [Canadian]
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A unique service offering a full range of supports and programs for parents, informal caregivers and licensed childcare providers in home based programs and staff in child care centres |
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Child's Voice Foundation [Canadian]
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A registered charity, founded with the purpose of enhancing the physical and emotional well being of any child who is physically or mentally challenged and/or disadvantaged |
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Children's Aid Society of London & Middlesex [Canadian]
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Protects and cares for children at risk and promotes the healthy development of children, families and communities
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Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
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One of the leading pediatric hospitals and research facilities in the world |
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Children's Wish Foundation of Canada
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Dedicated to fulfilling a unique lifetime experience for children (ages 3 up to 18) coping with a high risk, life-threatening illness
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Christian Horizons [Canadian]
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With a number of residences, respite care homes and retreat facilities, we create a fulfilling and purposeful place in society for exceptional people.
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Circle of Care [Canadian]
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Offers a broad range of health and home support service options to improve well-being, independence and quality of life, and to offer an alternative to institutional care |
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Closing the Gap
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The Closing The Gap magazine and Web site are designed to assist you in locating, comparing and reviewing the thousands of products on the market. Allowing you, the consumer or educator, to make intelligent choices.
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Coeliac - Glutafin
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explains coeliac disease and how to successfully manage a gluten-free diet, so that you can get on with your life
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Community Care Access Centre of Ontario [Canadian]
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CCACs are local organizations that can help you access government-funded home care services and long-term care homes. We also help people to navigate the array of community support and health agencies in our communities. |
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Community Living Brant [Canadian]
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In partnership with the community, we will create, develop, and promote supportive services to people involved with and affected by developmental challenges, so that they may experience all the rights, privileges, and responsibilities as members of the community |
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Community Living Toronto [Canadian]
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has a "Visuals Engine" tool that allows you to create boards using the picture symbols from the Boardmaker library.
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Community Services Coordination Network [Canadian]
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The key function of CSCN is to coordinate access to various services and supports for adults with a developmental disability and for children and adolescents with complex needs that may require a response from more than one service provider |
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Cornelia de Lange - CdLS-USA Foundation Outreach
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a family support organization which exists to ensure early and accurate diagnosis of CdLS, promote research into the causes and manifestations of the syndrome, and help people with a diagnosis of CdLS, and others with similar characteristics, make informed decisions throughout their lifetime.
You will find an online downloadable copy of "Facing the Challenges, a guide to cornelia de lange syndrome". |
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Council for Exceptional Children
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The Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) is the largest international professional organization dedicated to improving educational outcomes for individuals with exceptionalities, students with disabilities, and/or the gifted |
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Courtland Mobility Services Inc
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has 20 years experience in vehicle adaptation and the installation and service of a full line of mobility products |
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CPRI Child and Parent Research Institute [Canadian]
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We serve children and youth (and families) on a short term residential and community basis. The services we provide are highly specialized and include assessment, consultation, treatment, research and education. We also provide programs and clinics for children and youth, their families and caregivers.
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Crayola
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You'll find coloring pages, crafts and games. |
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Creative Carriage Ltd.
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specialize in accessible vehicles |
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Cystic Fibrosis - Canadian Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
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provides information and training for scientific and health care personnel, and distributes educational material about CF to patients, families, and the general public |
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D.O.O.R. 2 Adulthood [Canadian]
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The goal of D.O.O.R. 2 Adulthood is to improve the process of transition to adulthood for youth with disabilities and their families in Ontario by providing information about services and resources related to transition and the opportunity to network and share ideas. |
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Davwill Consulting
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Assists many individuals with an acquired brain injury to achieve their goals of returning to work, returning to school or returned autonomy in daily living |
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Daya Counselling [Canadian]
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Helps people achieve their full potential by providing counselling and education programs that respect their human and spiritual nature |
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DisAbilities Books
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DisABILITIESBOOKS sells top quality books (as well as videotapes and other publications) in collaboration with publishers, nonprofit organizations, and authors. Because we want our customers to be able to make informed choices, DisABILITIESBOOKS features detailed information about each book we sell.
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DisAbility Information and Resources
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disAbility is Jim Lubins list of disability resources. You will
find links to products/services, legal/advocacy information,
newsgroups, and mailing lists. |
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Disability is Natural
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Kathie Snow's (Braveheart Press) new way of thinking about people who have disabilities.
You can purchase the book "Disabiity is Natural" as well as the DVD. |
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Disability Travel Card
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The Disability Travel card is identification for a person with a permanent disability, which will permit an adult attendant to travel at no cost with the person with a permanent disability. A person with a permanent disability who is unable to travel alone will be granted reduced fares when accompanied by an adult attendant. The person with a disability must apply to The Easter Seals/March of Dimes National Council by filling out an application. |
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Disabled Peoples International
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DPI promotes the Human Rights of People with Disabilities through full participation, equalization of opportunity and development.
You will find publications, links, and information on international conferences. |
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Discover Camp
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You will find lots of information on camping. |
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Dizabled
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Dizabled is John Lytle's creation.
You will find the lighter side of disabilities through cartoons and a free newsletter. |
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Do It Pals Program
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Frequent electronic mail and personal contacts with Mentors support DO-IT Pals academic, career, and personal goals.
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DO-IT (Disabilities, Opportunities, Internetworking & Technology)
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DO-IT serves to increase the participation of individuals with disabilities in challenging academic programs and careers.
You will find resources to help plan a career and prepare for college,
program outlines, and publications. |
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Do2Learn
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see, do and learn
Activities to promote independence in individuals with special learning needs |
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Don Johnston, Inc.
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creates software solutions for students with disabilities and reading/writing solutions for struggling students
You will find technical tips and a catalogue of products. |
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Down Syndrome - Canadian Down Syndrome Society
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links parents and professionals through advocacy, education and providing information. Learn more about Down syndrome, read about other parents' experiences in Personal Stories, find a local support group or visit Newsletters to peruse our past newsletters. |
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Down Syndrome - London Down Syndrome Association [Canadian]
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LDSA is a non-profit charitable organization. Run strictly by volunteers, we offer support to individuals with Down syndrome and their families. This is accomplished by providing encouragement, current information, education, opportunities for socialization, and by promoting community recognition of the inherent dignity of all people with Down syndrome |
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Down Syndrome Association of Peterborough [Canadian]
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a non-profit charitable organization that supports families and persons with Down syndrome. We are the only organization in Peterborough, and Northumberland Counties as well as The City of Kawartha Lakes to do this.
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Dr.Howard's Paediatric Gastroenterology
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This site is designed to help children and their parents understand what it is like to have some of the common problems that affect their gut - constipation, abdominal pain, and pooping problems.
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Dreams 2 Memories [Canadian]
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A family wish granting foundation |
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Duramed Mobility Products [Canadian]
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We buy, sell, trade, rent and repair new and reconditioned home care and mobility equipment |
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Early Intervention Canada
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Intended to inform researchers, policymakers, practitioners, parents, families, and other stakeholders about early intervention for young children with developmental delays/disabilities and their families across Canada |
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Easter Seal Society [Canadian]
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provides services to help better the lives of children and young adults with physical disabilities and their families including financial assistance, resource information, camping and respite care, family support and education, peer support, independence and life skills, and strategies to enable families to advocate for and access services within their communities.
You will find an outline of programs & services, and a free online Update newsletter. |
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Education Quality and Accountability Office [Canadian]
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Ensures greater accountability and better quality in Ontario's publicly funded school system. An arm's-length agency of the provincial government, EQAO provides parents, teachers and the public with accurate and reliable information about student achievement. |
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Ehlers Danlos Syndrome Today
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Provide information and support to people living with EDS, their families, and the medical community |
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Elgin- St.Thomas Health Unit [Canadian]
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Has a long dedicated history of providing public health services to residents of the City of St. Thomas and Elgin County |
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Emergency Management Ontario [Canadian]
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The most comprehensive emergency preparedness resource for people with disabilities and special needs in Canada. |
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Employment Services Elgin [Canadian]
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ESE is partnership of four local agencies whose mandate is to provide employment and training opportunities for adults and youths |
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Epilepsy - London Epilepsy Support Center [Canadian]
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specifically concerned with the non-medical welfare of people with epilepsy. Our goal is to enable people with epilepsy to fully participate in all aspects of community life. Our services are available in London / Middlesex, Sarnia / Lambton, Elgin, and Oxford counties |
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Epiphany Design [Canadian]
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Epiphany Design's products give mobility impaired people solutions to the day-to-day challenges of life and leisure. They are functional and effective, bringing new options to people's lives, colourfully and stylishly. |
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Equal Access to Software and Information
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provides online training on accessible information technology for persons with disabilities |
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Equip KIDS International [Canadian]
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produce and distribute assistive technology (i.e. wheelchairs, walkers and communication devices) in developing nations, as well as educate children with disabilities, their caregivers and their therapists |
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Exceptional parent
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Exceptional parent is the online version of the American magazine.
You will find helpful articles including Selecting Toys for Children with Disabilities, Estate Planning Getting Started, & Tips To Remember When Choosing Adaptive Vans And Adaptive Wheelchair Carriers." |
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Facial Difference - AboutFace [Canadian]
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an international organization which
provides information and emotional support to
individuals with facial differences and their families.
You will find a collection of articles and personal
stories that cover the stages from birth to adulthood. |
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Facial Difference - Cleft Palate Foundation
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CPF is a non-profit organization dedicated to optimizing the quality of life for individuals affected by facial birth defects. CPF operates the CLEFTLINE - 1-800-24-CLEFT - and produces free publications |
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Families for a Secure Future [Canadian]
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Committed to reaching out to and supporting individuals with developmental disabilities and their families by establishing a network of local family groups across Ontario |
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Family Service Association of Toronto [Canadian]
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Options Community Resource Facilitators collaborate
with individuals labelled intellectually disabled living on their own or with families to enhance their skills and capacities, find opportunities, and break down barriers to full participation in education, recreation, paid work and social interaction in the mainstream community |
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Family Village
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a global community that integrates information, resources, and communication opportunities on the Internet for persons with cognitive and other disabilities, for their families, and for those that provide them services and support.
You will find informational resources on specific diagnoses, communication connections, adaptive products and technology, adaptive recreational activities, worship, health issues, disability-related media and literature, and education. |
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FamilyInfo.ca [Canadian]
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A comprehensive online resource for London, Ontario and area parents, caregivers and service providers. Local programs and services can be easily found right here on the FamilyInfo.ca website. |
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Fanshawe College [Canadian]
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Committed to personal, social and economic success through quality education and learning for employment |
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Fashion Freaks
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About fashion, clothing, vanity from a seated perspective |
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Feel the Rush [Canadian]
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A Canadian Paralympic Committee website providing details of sport for persons with a disability to learn about the sports best suited to their abilities and interests, and to locate national, provincial, or local sporting associations. |
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Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressive Association (International)
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A nonprofit support organization for families dealing with a rare genetic condition known as Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressiva (FOP). Simply stated, FOP causes muscles and other connective tissue to turn into bone, eventually causing immobility as FOP bone fuses joints. |
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Flying With Disability
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designed to provide impartial information and advice to all disabled people around the world who travel by air |
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Free Colouring Pages
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You'll find tons of pages to color. |
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Free Cycle
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Entirely nonprofit movement of people who are giving (& getting) stuff for free in their own towns.
There are several groups in Ontario. |
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FRP Canada
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Promote the well-being of families by providing national leadership, consultation and resources to those who care for children and support families |
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Gage Transition to Independent Living [Canadian]
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A community setting for people with physical disabilities to learn and practice skills that will assist them to achieve their goal of living independently in the community. Many "graduates" of the Gage go on to successfully live on their own.
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Gladnet
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The Global Applied Disability Research and Information Network on Employment and Training brings together research centres, universities, enterprises, government departments, trade unions, and organizations representing disabled persons, all committed to the common goal of advancing competitive employment and training opportunities for persons with disabilities.
You will find access to InfoBase, discussion groups, projects, and the research digest. |
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Goodwill [Canadian]
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Over the years, people with varying disabilities or special needs have been employed with Goodwill on a regular basis. |
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Growing Healthy Canadians
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Growing Healthy Canadians: A Guide for Positive Child Development, was created to promote and illustrate a simple idea: that the healthy development of children and youth is a shared responsibility. There has been much debate about who should be doing what in order to grow healthy children. The truth is, everyone has important contributions to make in ensuring that young people grow up in the kinds of conditions they require to thrive. At the same time, no one type of contributor not families, communities, workplaces, nor governments can successfully raise the next generation on their own. |
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GST/HST Specially Equipped Motor Vehicle Rebate Program
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You can apply to claim a motor vehicle rebate if you paid GST/HST in the purchase of a qualified motor vehicle or if you paid GST/HST in a modification service performed on your motor vehicle. |
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Hamilton Health Sciences [Canadian]
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Hamilton Health Sciences is comprised of five unique hospitals and a cancer centre |
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Handbook of Language and Literacy Development
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The resources created by the Roadmap to Language and Literacy Project will combine the best of what is known about each of the relevant factors and their interactions to provide the big picture of how childrens' abilities as language and literacy learners develop from infancy onwards. |
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Hanen [Canadian]
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a Canadian not-for-profit charitable organization with an international outreach, is committed to helping young children with - or at risk of developing language delay. Their mission is to provide the important people in a young child's life with the knowledge and training they need to help the child develop the best possible language, social and literacy skills.
You will find links, research, resources, workshops, and an outline of programs. |
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Hatchbacks Special Shoes for Special Needs
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Developed a new line of shoes called the "Elites". These shoes incorporate our unique "Easy Fit" system, are 4E wide at the toe and have the extra girth around the ankle to accommodate AFOs. We added features to aid in producing a more natural walking gait like a gently curved sole and the use of lightweight synthetic materials in some of our sneaker and Mary Jane shoes.
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Health Care Transitions
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Of special interest are:
The video "This is Health Care Transition" was developed to help youth and young adults with chronic health conditions and their families be better prepared for adulthood, especially the move from pediatric to adult-oriented health care.
The 31 page booklet "Since You're Not A Kid Anymore: It's Time To Be More In Charge Of Your Health Care" is a health care transition guide for teens. |
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Healthfinder
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Developed by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services together with other Federal agencies. You'll find an online encyclopedia of over 1,600 health topics. |
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HealthLine [Canadian]
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You will find job postings for Thames Valley Childrens
Centre. |
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Healthlinks Directory
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A Complimentary Resource Site for Healthcare Consumers and Professionals Providing links to Services and Products, Alternative Health, Education, Dental and Medical Resources, Hospitals, Employment, Healthcare Publications, Mental Health and Much More! |
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Healthy Ontario [Canadian]
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One of the biggest consumer health portals in Canada - and the largest of its kind for Ontarians. |
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Hearing Loss - Canadian Hearing Society
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In addition to our Employment Services program, we now offer 16 additional programs and services, all of which address a whole host of different needs and are funded by several ministries as well as private and corporate donors.
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Hearing Loss - Hearing Foundation [Canadian]
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committed to eliminating the devastating effects of hearing loss on the quality of life of Canadians by promoting prevention, early diagnosis, leading edge medical research and successful intervention |
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Heart Defects - Little Hearts
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offer support and hope to families affected by congenital heart defects through our support services and promote public awareness for this #1 birth defect. |
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Helping Hands Plus [Canadian]
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Care for people who have suffered from dibilitating disease such as Stroke and Alzheimer';s |
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Hemophilia - Canadian Hemophilia Society
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strives to improve the health and quality of life for all people with inherited bleeding disorders and to find a cure. |
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High/Scope Educational Research Foundation
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An independent nonprofit research, development, training, and public advocacy organization with headquarters in Ypsilanti, Michigan. High/Scope's mission is to lift lives through education. We envision a world in which all educational settings use active participatory learning so everyone has a chance to succeed in life and contribute to society.
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Home Oxygen Program
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This program pays for long-term oxygen therapy and related equipment and supplies for eligible Ontario residents who need them. Your doctor must complete a Home Oxygen Program application form. |
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Hospice of London [Canadian]
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Provides comfort and caring support to meet the physical, social, emotional, and spiritual needs of people living with a life threatening illness and their families. Hospice also provides support for people who are recently bereaved. There is no fee for service.
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Hospital for Sick Children [Canadian]
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The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids), affiliated with the University of Toronto, is Canada's most research-intensive hospital and the largest centre dedicated to improving children's health in the country |
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Housing Division [Canadian]
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It is our hope that this Website will keep community members and all other interested groups up to speed on what is happening locally in the world of housing |
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Huron Respite Network [Canadian]
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The Huron Respite Network provides the opportunity
for a caregiver to arrange a regular or occasional break
in order to maintain balance in their lives
and prevent family breakdown or crisis. |
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Huron-Perth Centre [Canadian]
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"We help families solve problems." Services to children, youth and their families are offered as a means of solving social, emotional and family problems that interfere with their quality of life.
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Hutton House [Canadian]
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Promotes and supports the inclusion of adults and youth with disabilities in community life through opportunities in training, employment, education, leisure, the arts, and voluntarism, thereby fostering independence and a lifestyle based on individual aspirations |
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Incontinence - The Canadian Continence Foundation
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enhance the quality of life for people experiencing incontinence by helping, them and/or their caregivers, to confidently seek and access cures and treatment options |
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Independent Learning Centre [Canadian]
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provides a distance education program, in English and in French, for Ontario residents who want to earn secondary school diploma credits, upgrade basic skills, or study for personal development. ILC also offers an elementary program for children temporarily living outside Canada. |
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Independent Living
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Check out the Vacation Home Swap section. Swapping homes with other persons with similar needs, in other parts of the world, is a low-cost and practical alternative. After having established contact with a potential exchange partner you will need to share much more information, set up a contract and check your home insurance. Here, we provide you with the first step, the rest is up to you. |
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Independent Living Center London and Area Access Guide
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Access Guide London provides information on the accessibility of local destinations. |
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Independent Order of the Daughters of the Empire (IODE)
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The mission of IODE is to improve the quality of life for children, youth and those in need, through educational, social service and citizenship programs. To make a request for funding contact your local chapter. Your local chapter can be found by visiting the website and then click on the "Chapters" link or by calling the National Office. |
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Indian Health Service
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Provides a streamlined starting point for patients and others searching for quality health and medical information. |
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Info Mommy
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Provides free information on the best prices at their local stores on baby & toddler items. There is also other important information on the site, including breastfeeding help, local resources, government links, a parent forum and a whole lot more. |
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Information London [Canadian]
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Information London is a non-profit corporation and a registered charitable organization providing information and referral to the London and area.
You will find info on the Healthy Babies/Healthy Children Program, hot meals and food banks in London, links to most London area agencies. |
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Institute for Stuttering Treatment and Research [Canadian]
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ISTAR is a self-supporting, non-profit organization that offers specialized treatment to children, teens and adults who stutter. In addition, we conduct research into stuttering, offer advanced professional training for speech-language pathology students and clinicians, and promote public awareness of stuttering and its treatment. |
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Integra [Canadian]
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An accredited Children's Mental Health Centre located in Toronto, Canada. We are dedicated to helping children and adolescents who experience social, emotional and behavioural problems related to their learning disabilities |
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Integration Action for Inclusion in Education & Community [Canadian]
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All children have the right to quality education that will prepare them for a full productive life in the community. It is our belief that the best way to prepare for community life is to educate them alongside their peers. This is achieved through individualized programming and supports for all children.
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Interdisciplinary Council on Developmental and Learning Disorders
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You will find current clinical knowledge, including both research and the clinical experience of disciplines such as speech pathology, developmental pediatrics, neurology, occupational and physical therapy, psychology, social work, special education, and child psychiatry. |
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International Classification of Impairments, Activities and Participation
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The International Classification of Impairments, Activities and Participation is the title of both the book and online version that systematically groups functional states associated with health conditions.
You will find the ICIDH browser, field trial documents, ordering information, training material, and a beginner's guide. |
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International Society for Augmentative & Alternative Communications
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works to improve the life of every child and adult with speech difficulties. ISAAC does projects and makes information packs for people anywhere in the world who cannot speak. You will find an information exchange that is an excellent resource. |
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International Society for Child and Play Therapy
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A select group of professionals who have come together on an international basis. We are involved in truly pioneering territory in the mental health field. |
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Internet Drug Index
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RxList was founded and is maintained by Neil Sandow, Pharm.D. a licensed California Pharmacist with twenty years of experience in retail and institutional pharmacy and twelve years as a Director of Pharmacy for several Bay Area hospitals.
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IZ Adaptive Clothing for women
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Click on the "Shop Online" tab, it takes you to specific info about the styles, prices, etc. There are also videos of the clothing being modeled by two women with very different needs but who both are in wheelchairs. |
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Jennifer Ashleigh Foundation [Canadian]
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Since 1990, we have been assisting chronically and seriously ill children and their families with special treatment needs, medical expenses and financial assistance in times of need. We like to think that we act as a safety net for families that are living through anxious times. |
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Judy Lynn Software
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sells switch software designed specifically for children with developmental delays and limited motor skills |
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Junior Achievement [Canadian]
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JA is an international non-profit organization dedicated to educating and inspiring young people about business and economics. |
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Justin Eves Foundation
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The primary goal of the Justin Eves Foundation is to assist post secondary students with their education through scholarships. Students may apply for assistance for up to two years of their course of study. Applications are available on the website. |
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Kerry's Place Autism Services [Canadian]
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The residential programs offer safe and practical living arrangements within various communities in Southern Ontario. |
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Kids as Self Advocates
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KASA is a national, grassroots network of youth with special needs and our friends, speaking on behalf of ourselves. |
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Kids on the Block
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an educational puppet program which enlightens children on the issues of disability awareness
You will find instructions on how to start a troupe, a list of links, their newsletter, and ordering information on the Early Learning video. |
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Kids Protect [Canadian]
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KidsProtect is a service of MedicAlert. The program offers a customized identification bracelet or necklet with an emergency hotline linked to your childs medical record. This identification and information service is for newborns right up to age 19. |
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Kids Quest on Disability and Health
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Go on a Quest. You will think about people with disabilities and some of the issues related to participation in daily activities, health, and accessibility.
The Kids Quests are designed for students at the 4th, 5th, and 6th grade levels.
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Kids Together, Inc
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Discussions dedicated to sharing and discovering solutions for educating children with disabilities in general education classes. How to use technology, adaptations and modifications to make general education classrooms accessible to all children.
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Kijiji
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Sell or buy health & special need items in London, Ontario. Searches can also be done for other cities in Ontario. |
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KINO Mobility Inc. [Canadian]
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supplies Accessible Vehicle Mobility Products |
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Kinsmen and Kinette Clubs of Canada
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Kinsmen, Kinette, Kin, and Kinsmen & Kinette clubs are the country’s largest all Canadian service groups made up of active community volunteers. Members work together to serve their communities' greatest needs by promoting service, fellowship, family values, and national pride. For more information about requesting funding, contact the clubs by phone, e-mail or write to the national headquarters. |
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Kiwanis Clubs
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Support children and young adults around the world
Service projects address other needs within the community, such as working to stop substance abuse, helping the elderly, promoting literacy, supporting youth sports and recreation, responding to disasters, and supporting specific persons in need |
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Knighthunter [Canadian]
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You will find job postings for Thames Valley Childrens
Centre. |
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L'Arche [Canadian]
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Jean Vanier, founder of L'Arche, is convinced that society must be inclusive of all its members, recognizing especially the needs and gifts of those who are easily marginalized. |
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Laureate
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creates special needs software.
You will find product information, a catalogue, and tips on how to choose software. |
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Leads [Canadian]
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Not-for-profit employment and skills development agency for people with physical, mental, developmental and learning disabilities and/or barriers to employment, directed by a Volunteer Board of Directors.
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Learn Genetics
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The University of Utah: learn about the basics of genetics, how traits are passed from generation to generation, build your own DNA molecule and much more. |
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Learning Disabilities Association - London [Canadian]
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We offer a variety of programs and services, including: Advocacy, Consultations, Community Support, Workshops, an Adult ADHD Support Group, Student Support Programs, Destination Employment |
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Learning Disabilities Association of Canada
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we provide understanding and support to people with learning disabilities, their parents, teachers and other professionals. Working with our network of provincial/territorial and local partners, we provide cutting edge information on learning disabilities, practical solutions, and tools you can use
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Liberty Motor Company Inc.
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provide accessible transportation alternatives |
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Life Jackets Adapted [Canadian]
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Specializes in life jackets for individuals with physical disabilities. |
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Life*Spin [Canadian]
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Low-Income Family Empowerment* Sole-Support Parents Information Network is a London grass-roots, non-profit, charitable organization started by sole-support mothers surviving on Family Benefits to share information and help low income people become self sufficient.
You will find a newsletter, current projects, and information on bill 142. |
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Lifestyle Information Network [Canadian]
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Powering knowledge exchange for practitioners and organizations in recreation and sport since 1995, LIN is the home of Canada's National Recreation Database |
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Link to Learning [Canadian]
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Links you to web sites supporting the Ontario curriculum (K-8). |
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Lions Clubs
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Since 1917, Lions clubs have offered people the opportunity to give something back to their communities. Lions clubs have always embraced those committed to building a brighter future for their community. Contact the Lions Club in your area to inquire about funding requests. A club locator is provided on their website.
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Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides
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Since 1983, the lives of over 640 men, women and children from the age of 8 to 84, have been enriched by the services of specially trained Dog Guides from Lions Foundation of Canada. |
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Live Work Play [Canadian]
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Based in Ottawa, we are a movement for change emphasizing self-advocacy and contributing citizenship for people with intellectual disabilities. |
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Livingston Centre [Canadian]
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Open since 1998, The Livingston Centre is a building where all partners have come together to: Deliver services through one common location; Provide local access to services; Increase community awareness of what services are available; Improve consumer access to multiple services;
Realize cost savings that result by combining resources. |
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London & District Distress Centre [Canadian]
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For 35 years, the London & District Distress Centre (LDDC) has been providing confidential telephone support to members of our community in distress or crisis. Trained volunteers answer calls, 24 hours-a-day, 7 days-a-week, 365 days-a-year.
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London Abused Women's Centre [Canadian]
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Offers abused women hope and help for their hurt through the provision of advocacy, counselling and support services in a safe, non-crisis, non-residential setting |
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London Area Mediators' Association [Canadian]
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Engage in a collaborative, proactive program advancing and enhancing the profile of mediation in London and area |
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London Children's Connection [Canadian]
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Provide high quality child care programs and related services that encompass the care, education and guidance of children, from infancy to school age, in London and the surrounding area |
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London District Roman Catholic School Board [Canadian]
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has 50 elementary and 6 secondary schools providing a full range of educational experiences for 22,582 students from Junior Kindergarten through to the completion of secondary school.
You will find a system calendar, a school directory, and board meeting minutes. |
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London Health Sciences Centre [Canadian]
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London Health Sciences Centre is one of Canada's largest teaching hospitals as a result of the merger between University Hospital and Victoria Hospital in October 1995.
You will find the programs & services outlined, information on research, Healthcare Education, and your health. |
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London Moms [Canadian]
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Classified ads for baby/children's essentials, clothing, toys, miscellaneous, and home day care listings |
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London Public Library [Canadian]
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As "one library with many doors" will provide services essential to enriching life in our diverse community. |
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London Speech & Language Centre [Canadian]
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has helped hundreds of children and adults from all walks of life to gain control over their lives through communication. Owner and Speech-Language Pathologist, Kerry Erle, has over twenty years of clinical experience, and brings a wealth of knowledge, talent and caring to her work. |
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London Track 3 [Canadian]
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The London Track 3 Ski School is a non-profit association and leader in providing downhill ski programs for children and adults with a disability. |
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London Transit [Canadian]
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Accessible and conventional transit
|
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London's Child and Youth Agenda [Canadian]
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London's vision for our children and youth |
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Lou Gehrigs - ALS Ontario [Canadian]
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ALS stands for Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis, sometimes called Lou Gehrig's disease. We provide information to build awareness about ALS, support people affected by ALS and fund research for a cure |
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Madame Vanier Childrens Services [Canadian]
|
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Madame Vanier is a childrens mental health centre
that offers community based assessment, counselling
and treatment for children and families. |
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Make-A-Wish [Canadian]
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We grant wishes to create hope and happiness for children with life-threatening illnesses across Canada. |
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Masonic Foundation of Ontario [Canadian]
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The provincial clubs' mandate is to receive, maintain, manage, control and use donations exclusively for charitable purposes within the Province of Ontario. To apply for funding, send a letter of proposal to the Grand Lodge in Ontario and a selection committee will review the request. |
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Mayo Clinic Health Oasis
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offers an index of diseases and conditions, healthy living articles and an index of drugs |
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McCrone Healthbeat [Canadian]
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Their mission is to provide healthcare professionals with information about job opportunities, continuing education, new products, resources and editorials to help them succeed in their careers |
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Medical Expense Tax Credit
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The medical expense tax credit applies to individuals who have sustained significant medical expenses for themselves or their dependants. |
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MEDLINEplus
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This is a goldmine of good health information from the worlds largest medical library, the National Library of Medicine. Health professionals and consumers alike can depend on it for information that is authoritative and up to date. |
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Merrymount Children's Centre [Canadian]
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As an accredited Children's Mental Health Centre, Merrymount continues to provide the needed supports to families within our community. Our education and prevention programs strengthen families and help parents acquire skills and coping abilities, so that the next time a situation develops, they are better able to handle the crisis |
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Middlesex London Health Unit [Canadian]
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The mission of the Board of Health of the Middlesex-London Health Unit is to promote optimal health with and for the people in our community by providing leadership in public health programs, education, and research.
You will find articles on your environment, health living, family health, and sexual health. |
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Mind Your Own Business
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Find the links to turn your entrepreneurial dreams into reality
This site was created by the U.S. Small Business Administration and Junior Achievement |
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Mini Miracles Adaptive Children's Clothing [Canadian]
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Mini-Miracles is the premier source for special needs clothing for children in Canada. We provide customers with high quality products and service and offer adaptive clothing selections that are lacking in the marketplace to date. |
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Mocha Shriners [Canadian]
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The Shrine's official philanthropy is Shriners Hospitals for Children, a network of 22 hospitals that provide expert, no-cost orthopaedic and burn care to children under 18. The Mocha Shriners of London will accept written requests for individual funding for specialized equipment for children up to the age of 18. Send the written request care of the president.
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MODmobility
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offers recycled mobility equipment for sale to the public. This website serves as the on-line store where products are donated or purchased. Motion Specialties stores across Ontario will accept donations of used mobility equipment on behalf of MODmobility. |
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Motion Specialties [Canadian]
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offer a wide selection of medical aids and supplies, and specialize in mobility devices and adaptive seating systems for individuals with limited mobility due to physical disability |
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Muki Baum Association [Canadian]
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Residential, vocational, and adult day programs |
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Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada
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a leader in finding a cure for multiple sclerosis and enable people affected by MS to enhance their quality of life |
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MUMS National Parent-to-Parent Network
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A national Parent-to-Parent organization for parents or care providers of a child with any disability, rare or not so rare disorder, chromosomal abnormality or health condition |
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Muscular Dystrophy - Australian Muscular Dystrophy Association
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a not-for-profit organisation which was formed in the early 1970's by a group of the people who were affected by the disease.
You will find fact sheets on MD and neuromuscular disorders, links, and a chat room. |
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Muscular Dystrophy - Parent Project
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is committed to expedite a treatment and cure for Duchenne and Becker Muscular Dystrophy by funding research and education.
You will find DMD information, research news, special events, and a bulletin board. |
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Muscular Dystrophy - Quest Magazine - Article: Exercising With a Muscle Disease
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article highlighting what research indicates, which exercises are ok and which aren’t, what other people are doing and if exercise is worth it for individuals with a muscle disease |
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Muscular Dystrophy Association of Canada (MDAC)
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The MDAC equipment loan program provides basic medical equipment, on loan, from a stock of recycled devices such as scooters, manual and electric wheelchairs. Some funding assistance may be available for the purchase of new equipment. If a request is made for a device that MDAC does not cover, MDAC staff may be able to suggest other sources of funding. |
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Muscular Dystrophy USA
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You will find the online, fulltext versions of Quest Magazine and the MDA/ALS Newsmagazine. |
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Music Therapy and the Power of Music
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Examines the power of using popular music, something people already listen to, as a way for people to express their feelings. Includes examples of therapeutic messages in popular music as well as original music by Freudian Slip, therapeutic rock band. |
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N'Amerind (London) Friendship Centre [Canadian]
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Committed to the promotion of physical, intellectual, emotional and spiritual well-being of Native people and in particular Urban Native people |
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National Centre on Physical Activity and Disability: Principals of Adaptation [Canadian]
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Principals of Adaptation |
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National Educational Association of Disabled Students [Canadian]
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NEADS is a consumer organization, with a mandate to encourage the self-empowerment of post-secondary students with disabilities.
You will find scholarships/bursaries specific to youth with disabilities. |
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National Information Center for Children and Youth with Disabilities
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provides information on disabilities and disability-related issues for families, educators, and other professionals.
You will find fact sheets, parent guides, transition summaries, and a news digest. |
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National Institutes of Health
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A part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, is the primary Federal agency for conducting and supporting medical research |
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National Rehabilitation Information Center
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NARICs directories and databases cover a wide range of disability and rehabilitation issues. Each database is tailored to your information needs. |
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National Service Dogs [Canadian]
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Specializing in breeding, training and placing Labrador and Golden Retrievers with children who have autism |
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Neuromuscular Disorder - Treat-NMD, Duchennne Muscular Dystrophy
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develops tools in order for the industry, clinicians, and scientists to bring novel approaches into clinics. This links to the family guide created by Treat-NMD to help those without a vast medical background. |
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Neuromuscular Disorder - Treat-NMD, Spinal Muscular Atrophy
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useful summary fact sheet for standards of care for spinal muscular atrophy in areas such as, physical and occupational therapy, orthopaedics, nutrition and psychosocial implications |
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Neuroscience Education Resources Virtual Encyclopedia
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(NERVE): government and nonprofit sources provide credible information and tools for teaching about the nervous system. It is targeted at grades K-12. |
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New Horizons Rehabilitation Services [Canadian]
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New Horizons is a rehabilitation center who';s qualified staff are able to provide a wide range of rehabilitation services.
Our services include Physiotherapy, Counseling, Occupational Therapy, Speech-Language Pathology.
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New Visions [Canadian]
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A non-profit agency that provides residential services for individuals with developmental and/or physical disabilities |
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New York City Online Access to Health
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Four New York City library organizations joined forces to establish NOAH. You will find reliable consumer health information. |
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NSW Multicultural Health Communication Service
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Provides information and services to assist health professionals to communicate with non-English speaking communities. There are over 450 publications on health in a wide range of languages and new publications are added regularly.
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Office for Disability Issues
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is a focal point within the Government of Canada for key partners working to promote the full inclusion and participation of Canadians with disabilities in all aspects of society and community life |
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Ombudsman Ontario [Canadian]
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If you feel you have been treated unfairly by a provincial government organization, you can complain to the Ombudsman |
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Ongwanada [Canadian]
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Offers a wide range of individualized services and community supports to approximately 600 people with developmental disabilities and their families in Kingston and eastern Ontario. |
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Online Mendelian Inheritance in Man (OMIM)
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OMIM is a catalogue of human genes and genetic disorders.
You will find a search engine for the database, gene map, and morbid map. |
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Ontarians with Disabilities Act Committee [Canadian]
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a voluntary coalition of individuals and community
organizations who have united to secure the passage
in Ontario of a new law which would achieve a
barrier-free society for persons with disabilities.
You will find press releases, an action kit, regional
events, major documents and government
correspondence. |
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Ontario Association for Families of Children with Communication Disorders [Canadian]
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O.A.F.C.C.D.seeks to provide information, education and support to families of children with communication disorders |
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Ontario Association of Children's Aid Societies [Canadian]
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OACAS is a membership organization that represents 53 children';s aid societies in Ontario. We have served our members, the community, the public and the government in a variety of ways since 1912. These services have included the promotion of child welfare issues, member services, government liaison and policy development, research and special projects, quality assurance in child welfare practice and training for all protection workers throughout the province.
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Ontario Association of Children's Rehabilitation Services [Canadian]
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OACRS promotes a province wide, co-ordinated, community based service system for children and youth with special needs and their families.
You will find a list of the 19 provincial member organizations, current issues, and a news bulletin. |
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Ontario Association of Community Care Access Centres [Canadian]
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To serve as a collective voice for the contribution made by CCACs to an integrated health care system; and to provide leadership, inspiration and evidence-based outcomes in support of innovative and cost-effective community health care services |
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Ontario Association on Developmental Disabilities [Canadian]
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Supports professionals and students working and pursuing careers in the field of developmental disabilities.
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Ontario Early Years Centre [Canadian]
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This website is a place where you can find the latest news and answers to frequently asked questions about Ontarios Early Years Plan, as well as publications about the first six years of your childs life.
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Ontario Federation for Cerebral Palsy Assistive Devices Funding Program
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available to persons with cerebral palsy in the province of Ontario and who have a valid Ontario Health Card. The level of funding assistance may vary based on the cost of the item and the availability of Ontario Federation for Cerebral Palsy funds at the time the request is received. |
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Ontario Knights of Columbus [Canadian]
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has become the largest lay organization in the Catholic Church. The Order continues to break all previous records for charitable contributions and volunteer service.
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Ontario March of Dimes [Canadian]
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is one of the largest charitable rehabilitation organizations in Ontario providing a wide range of services across the province to enhance the independence and community participation of people with physical disabilities. |
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Ontario Mental Health Foundation [Canadian]
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Aims to promote the mental health of people living in Ontario, to prevent mental illness and to improve diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation |
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Ontario Ministry of Health [Canadian]
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The ministry is responsible for administering the health care system and providing services to the Ontario public through such programs as health insurance, drug benefits, assistive devices, care for the mentally ill, long-term care, home care, community and public health, and health promotion and disease prevention. It also regulates hospitals and nursing homes, operates psychiatric hospitals and medical laboratories, and co-ordinates emergency health services |
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Ontario Rett Syndrome Association
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Provide information, emotional support and other assistance to the families of girls and women in Ontario with Rett Syndrome. |
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Ontario Safety Association for Community and Healthcare [Canadian]
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Services are based on the principles identified in the Ontario Ministry of Labour's paper, Preventing Illness and Injury -- A Better Health & Safety System for Ontario Workplaces (January 1998). |
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Ontario Trillium Foundation [Canadian]
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one of Canada’s leading grantmaking foundations, is an agency of the Government of Ontario |
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Onward Social Skills [Canadian]
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Teaches various skills, with an interactive component that makes these concepts real. Children that ordinarily have difficulty focusing or becoming involved in a social skills program, feel at ease and motivated to learn the concepts that Onward offers.
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Optimist International of Canada
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Optimist Clubs conduct positive service projects aimed at providing a helping hand to youth. Optimists conduct 65,000 service projects each year, serving six million young people. Optimists also spend $78 million on their communities annually. To find the Optimist Club in your area, visit their website and click on the "Visitors" link followed by the "Club Directory" link. |
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Ottawa Health Research Institute [Canadian]
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The research arm of The Ottawa Hospital and a major part of the University of Ottawa Faculties of Medicine and Health Sciences |
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Pain - About Kids Health
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looks at the recognition of symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and long-term outcomes for children’s pain |
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Pain - International Association for the Study of Pain
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Pediatric Pain Letter (PPL): free, peer-reviewed commentaries on pain in infants, children and adolescents. |
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parentguide.ca [Canadian]
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This directory contains an up-to-date list of businesses and organizations that offer PROGRAMS, PRODUCTS, and SERVICES for families. |
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Parenting.com
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Parenting.com is dedicated to making pregnancy
and parenthood smarter, saner, and easier. It is a
one stop resource for moms and dads. You will find
useful tools, real life wisdom, and a rich database
of solutions, strategies and answers from trusted
sources, including doctors, parents, and child
development experts. |
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Parents Helping Parents
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PHP is a 27-year-old nonprofit, family resource center that benefits children with special needs. This includes children of all ages and backgrounds who have a need for special services due to illness, accidents, birth defects, allergies, premature birth, learning disabilities, family stress, or hyperactivity. |
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Parents of Technologically Dependent Children of Ontario [Canadian]
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We are families of children who have become very medically fragile or dependent on technology as a result of illness, accident or a genetic condition. We provide the type of care in our homes that is usually provided by health care professionals in hospitals or institutions. |
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Parkwood Hospital Driving Program [Canadian]
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Driving assessment centre for indivudals 16 years or older whose driving ability is impaired. |
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Parlerlai
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creates a secure network of family, friends and caregivers surrounding a child with special needs using innovative and highly personalized tools to enhance collaboration and provide a safe
means of communicating via the Internet |
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Participation House Support Services - London & Area [Canadian]
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Provides support service as designed by the individual and his/her chosen community of family and friends; provides and promotes accessible supports and services; and
provides training and education that encourage individual development and community inclusion, and meet the growing and changing needs of all of our members. Provides training and education that encourage individual development and community inclusion, and meet the growing and changing needs of all of our members.
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Paths to Equal Opportunity [Canadian]
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The Government of Ontario site showcase the Gateway to Diversity and the Gateway to Accessibility sections, with resources for business and service providers that will help them create inclusive workplaces and to remove the barriers which prevent full independence and opportunity for people with disabilities. |
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PBS Kids
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Music, games and coloring |
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Place Called Home [Canadian]
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Aliston Ouellette (Windsor) tells the story of her son, Dave, and his transition to independence. |
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PlaySport [Canadian]
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PlaySport games can offer children of all abilities an opportunity to participate in developmentally appropriate, challenging activities with their peers |
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Prader-Willi - Ontario Prader-Willi Syndrome Association [Canadian]
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OPWSA is a non-profit, charity which was established in 1982. Our mission is to enhance the quality of life for individuals with Prader-Willi Syndrome |
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Protect Your Noggin on Your Toboggan
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organization based out of London,Ontario that spreads the word of helmet safety for all youth sports |
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Provincial Voice Care Resource Program [Canadian]
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serves the needs of British Columbians affected by voice disorders, and provide an educational resource for professional practitioners involved in voice care
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PT Central
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A one stop source of PT information and services |
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PubMed via the National Library of Medicine
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The National Library of Medicine provides access to the 9 million citations in MEDLINE and Pre-MEDLINE, and other related databases
You will find a free search engine. |
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Pyramid Educational Consultants of Canada
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the premier source of training for the Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) |
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Quest - Muscular Dystrophy Association Research and Health magazine
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provides information for caregivers on daily living, education, employment, health care, MDA programs, parenting, research, resources, staying active and technology |
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Reading is Fundamental
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Check out tips and activity ideas to help you motivate your kids to read. |
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Regional Support Associates [Canadian]
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Partners in serving individuals with intellectual disabilities. |
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Rehoboth Ministries [Canadian]
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Are you pregnant, have a newborn, alone, feeling lost and frightened? |
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Residential Rehabilitation Assistance Program for Person with Disabilities
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This program provides financial assistance to homeowners and landlords to undertake accessibility work to modify dwellings occupied or intended for occupancy by low-income persons with disabilities. This program supports families with lower incomes. |
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Ronald McDonald House [Canadian]
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Short-term residential facility where families of seriously ill children can reside while their children receive medical treatment |
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Rotary International
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The main objective of Rotary is service in the community, in the workplace, and throughout the world. Rotarians develop community service projects that address many of today's most critical issues, such as children at risk, poverty and hunger, the environment, illiteracy, and violence. They also support programs for youth, educational opportunities and international exchanges for students, teachers, and other professionals, and vocational and career development. Contact the Rotary Club in your area to inquire about funding requests.
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Royal Canadian Legion
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Legions sponsor sports, youth programs, seniors programs, as well as supporting other organizations both financially and by supplying meeting rooms and halls for events. To find the branch in your area, visit their website and use the "Branch Site" link.
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Rural Response for Healthy Children
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A project of the Huron County Child Abuse Prevention Committee and a Community Action Program for Children. |
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Safehaven Project for Community Living [Canadian]
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provide community residential alternatives and respite programs for children and young adults who have both a physical and developmental disability, are dependent for all or most activities and require care and monitoring on a 24-hour basis |
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SARI Therapeutic Riding
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Meet our horses, learn more about riding and driving as therapy, and find out how YOU can help make a difference through volunteering, sponsorship or donation. |
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SCERTS
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This website offers comprehensive information about the SCERTS® Model and its collaborators, and resources that are available to assist professionals and parents in developing and implementing educational programs based on the SCERTS® Model. |
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Scholarships Canada
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Search through the extensive database to find scholarships, student awards, bursaries and grants. You will also find information about student loans, applications and budget planning.
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SCI Pilot Stories [Canadian]
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61 stories of consumer experiences with assistive technology. Find out 1) how things such as wheelchairs, voice recognition software and adapted vehicles work for these people 2) the process they went through to acquire these items 3) how these people use practical, homemade inventions to solve real-world problem. |
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Science Fiction Short Stories
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Michael J Shuler, Sr. has presented short stories for your reading pleasure.
You will find full text Science Fiction and Fantasy Short Stories. |
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Scoliosis - National Scoliosis Foundation
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We are involved in all aspects of scoliosis support, whether the issue is early detection through screening programs, treatment methods, pain management, or patient care. Our focus is on promoting public awareness, providing reliable information, fostering ongoing research in the field, and educating and nurturing the community of those affected by scoliosis. |
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Self-Managed Attendant Care Service - Direct Funding
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Enables adults with a physical disability to become employers of their own attendants. |
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Sibling Support Project
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The Internets only Listserve for young brothers and sisters of kids with special needs. |
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Simcoe Community Services [Canadian]
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A multi-service agency that provides a wide range of programs & services to pre-school children and their families including the Ontario Early Years Centre in the Barrie/Simcoe/Bradford riding |
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Simplified Technology by Linda J. Burkhart
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Handouts with "Make it Yourself" directions, vendors, selected resources, books, products and web links |
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Simtech Simulations
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creates single switch software designed to meet the needs of people with physical disabilities.
You will find download demos, product information, and a list of links. |
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Skill Centre [Canadian]
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Bringing people and jobs together |
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Sopris West
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Good information for parenting in todays society |
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South Coast Special Needs Kids Inc. [Canadian]
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This organization provides recreational opportunities
for special needs kids in the Brant, Haldimand, Norfolk
and surrounding areas. Activities in their program
include bowling, baseball, basketball, golf, hockey,
and swimming. |
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Speak Up [Canadian]
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is about giving people with complex communication needs the information, education and means to communicate about healthy sexuality and sexual abuse |
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Speaking Differently [Canadian]
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is a national organization that embraces all persons who use augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) in any way and for any reason and those who communicate with them |
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Special Assistance at Home Program
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may provide funding to purchase support and services, which are not available within your community |
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Special Education Technology British Columbia [Canadian]
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a Ministry of Education Provincial Resource Program established to assist school districts in educating students whose access to the curriculum is restricted primarily due to physical disability, visual impairment or autism.
Go to The Learning Centre for examples of students using devices effectively and technology how-tos presented on short video clips |
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Special Needs Ontario Window (SNOW)
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provides conferences and workshops for educators teaching students with special needs, and introduces them to new interactive tools to help develop different solutions when teaching |
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Spina Bifida - Children and Adults with Spina Bifida
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associated with SB-List, the first Internet Discussion list for parents of children with spina bifida. In particular, the focus of this site and SB-List is myelomeningocele, the most severe form of spina bifida. |
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Spina Bifida - Hydrocephalus Association
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provides support, education and advocacy for people whose lives have been touched by hydrocephalus and the professionals who work with them |
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Spina Bifida and Hydrocephalus Association of Ontario [Canadian]
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The SBHAO was established in 1973 by a small group
of parents dedicated to supporting their children and
each other. You will find information on spina bifida,
hydrocephalus, folic acid and latex allergies. |
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Spina Bifida Association of America
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The Association was founded in 1973 to address the specific needs of the spina bifida community and serves as the national representative of over 70 chapters. You will find full text articles |
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St.Clair Child & Youth Services [Canadian]
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A children's mental health centre that is the result of two long-standing agencies in our community |
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St.Joseph's Health Care [Canadian]
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St.Joseph's Health Centre, Parkwood Hospital and the London/St.Thomas Psychiatric Hospital have joined together to create a new health care organization to serve the residents of London and Southwestern Ontario, and the Veterans of Canada |
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Starlight Children's Foundation Canada
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Granting wishes, providing state-of-the-art Fun Centers for audiovisual entertainment in pediatric hospitals and the Kids Activity Network. Services are provided for children with serious, chronic or life threatening illnesses, aged 4 - 18 years.
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Student Awards [Canadian]
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A free scholarship search service devoted to helping high school seniors, university and college students find information on scholarships, bursaries, grants and other forms of financial assistance. |
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Sunbeam Lodge [Canadian]
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Set amidst a beautiful treed setting, The Sunbeam Lodge is home to medically fragile children with multiple developmental challenges. It is a private residential facility licensed by the Ministry of Community and Social Services under the Child and Family Services Act |
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Sunny Hill Health Centre for Children [Canadian]
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Children are what Sunny Hill is all about! Our provincial facility offers specialized services to children and youth with developmental disabilities aged birth to 19. |
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Sunshine Foundation [Canadian]
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Sunshine Dreams for Kids makes dreams come true for children who are challenged by severe physical disabilities or life-threatening illnesses. |
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Surrey Place Centre [Canadian]
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A community-based organization that provides a wide range of services including complex assessment, diagnostics, and treatment for people living with autism, Down syndrome and other developmental disabilities |
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swaptree
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A place where you can trade books, music, dvds or video games for free |
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TASH
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an international association of people with disabilities, their family members, other advocates, and professionals fighting for a society in which inclusion of all people in all aspects of society is the norm |
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Teen Business
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Welcome to the world of small business ownership. |
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Teen Business Link
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"American teen business link website--excellent for any teens with disabilities thinking of starting a business. It is american, but covers lots of points. from the Spina Bifida Association of America website" Dorothy Harris, clinic nurse |
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TenTen Sinclair Housing Inc.
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Suggested Guidelines for Accessible Housing |
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Tetra Society of North America [Canadian]
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recruit skilled volunteer engineers and technicians to create assistive devices for people with disabilities
You will find an explanation of the projects Tetra can take on, sample projects, and info on the Tools for Tykes program. |
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Thames Valley District School Board [Canadian]
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has over 190 schools serving almost 90,000 elementary and secondary school students.
You will find a list of school links, a school locator, a list of programs offered, pictures and biographies of all the trustees, parent tip sheets, and online newsletters covering a variety of subjects. |
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The Communication Matrix
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an assessment tool for speech-language pathologists and educators to help pinpoint how an individual is communicating in order to provide logical goals. It is aimed for children with severe or multiple disabilities, including sensory, motor, and cognitive impairments. |
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The Home Wheelchair Ramp Project
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How to Build Wheelchair Ramps for
Homes is a manual of design and
construction for modular wheelchair ramps.
This manual includes information about modular
ramps and long-tread low-riser steps to
improve safe home accessibility.
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Think First Canada
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heightens public awareness through education about the prevention of brain and spinal cord injuries. It teaches school aged children and youth, sports teams and volunteers simple and effective ways to avoid these injuries by safely participating in activities. |
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Toronto Public Library [Canadian]
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The largest public library system in Canada, with 99 branches and more than 11 million items to borrow or use in the library |
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Tourette Syndrome Foundation of Canada
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dedicated to improving the quality of life for those with, or affected by, Tourette Syndrome through programs of education, advocacy, self-help and the promotion of research. You will find a forum to exchange ideas, information and support about issues related to Tourette Syndrome. |
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Travel Expenses
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If medical treatment is not available locally, you may be able to claim the cost of traveling to get treatment somewhere else. |
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Travel Professionals International (TPI) [Canadian]
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Premier provider of global corporate and leisure travel management services |
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TravelAbility [Canadian]
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TravelAbility is a service to provide access to an experienced source of travel insurance and travel information, created by Ontario March of Dimes and Ingle International.
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Trillium Drug Program
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If you or your family spend a large part of your income (4%) on prescriptions, the Trillium Drug Program may help cover the cost. Trillium application kits are available at your local pharmacy |
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Tuberous Sclerosis Canada
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provide encouragement and support to individuals and their families diagnosed with Tuberous Sclerosis Complex (TSC); raise public awareness and educate our communities of TSC; and promote and support research aimed at the cure for TSC and/or control of Tuberous Sclerosis symptoms |
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TykeTalk [Canadian]
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is part of a province-wide government initiative designed to enhance preschool speech and language services, and to ensure that every preschool child has access to these services.
You will find the stages of development outlined and several communication articles. |
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Universal Motion
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mobility equipment dealer |
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University of Western Ontario [Canadian]
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Western provides the best student experience among Canada's leading research-intensive universities.
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Variety Village [Canadian]
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A unique sports training and fitness centre |
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Victorian Order of Nurses [Canadian]
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VON is a not-for-profit, national health care organization
and registered charity offering a wide range of community health care solutions |
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Viewpoint Mobility Resource [Canadian]
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modify minivans for wheelchair access by lowering the floor and adding a ramp |
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Vision Loss - Canadian National Institute for the Blind
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helps blind, visually impaired, and deaf Canadians address one of the greatest challenges of their lives: thriving, not just surviving, in a sighted world. You will find topics that include Career Development and Employment, Counselling and Referral, Orientation and Mobility Training, Rehabilitation Teaching, Sign Enhancement and Technical Aids. |
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Voice for hearing impaired children [Canadian]
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ensure that all hearing impaired children have the right to develop their ability to listen and speak and have access to services which will enable them to listen and speak |
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Volunteer Canada
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You will find The Volunteer Opportunities Exchange
(VOE). It connects agencies looking for volunteers
with people seeking volunteer opportunities. |
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War Amps [Canadian]
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A philosophy of "amputees helping amputees" has been the hallmark of The War Amps from 1918, when the organization was founded, until the present. |
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WeCare Home Health Services [Canadian]
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Largest independently owned home care service provider in Canada |
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Wheelchair Net
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a community for people who have a
common interest in wheelchair technology and its
improvement and successful application
You will find articles, links and discussion groups. |
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Wheeless Textbook of Orthopaedics
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comprehensive online medical textbook |
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WindReach [Canadian]
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WindReach Farm strives to enrich the lives of persons of all ages with disabilities and/or special needs by providing opportunities to enjoy experiences in farming, nature, outdoor recreation & other activities and to share those experiences with family and friends. |
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Women's Community House [Canadian]
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Emergency housing, second stage housing and transitional support for abused women and their children in London, Ontario |
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Workers Heath & Safety Centre [Canadian]
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For more than 25 years, the Workers Health and Safety Centre have supported the efforts of workplace representatives in their pursuit of hazard-free workplaces. |
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Yahoo Kids
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Yahoo categorizes web sites by subject.
You will find a web guide for kids. |
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Youth En Route [Canadian]
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Provide support for young adults with disability related barriers in determining and supporting their employment goals through exploration, employment skills training,and support in finding and keeping a job |
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Youth Opportunities Unlimited [Canadian]
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YOU offers many services including one-to-one employment counseling, employability workshops, youth enterprise, and meeting basic needs |
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Zero to Three
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ZERO TO THREE is a charitable organization whose aim is to strengthen and support families, practitioners and communities to promote the healthy development of babies and toddlers |
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