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We've listed some sites that might be of interest to you and your family.
We'll be adding new sites as we find them, so check back often.
Best Buddies
Best
Buddies is a non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing the lives
of people with intellectual disabilities by providing opportunities for
one-to-one friendships and integrated employment. Founded in 1989 by Anthony
Shriver, Best Buddies has grown from one chapter on one college campus
to a vibrant, international organization involving participants annually
on more than 750 middle school, high school and college campuses in the
United States, Canada, Cuba, Egypt, Greece, Ireland, and Sweden. For more
information check out their website www.bestbuddies.org.
Woodbine
House
Woodbine House - a good selection of books on a variety of different disabilities,
including several books geared towards children. Visit their website at
www.woodbinehouse.com for
more information.
Our-Kids
A support group for parents, caregivers and others who are working with
children with physical and/or mental disabilities and delays. http://www.our-kids.org/oknoframe.html
Family
Village
This site 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.
Lots of great resources. http://www.familyvillage.wisc.edu/index.htmlx
Schwab
Learning
This site was recommended by Tom and Catherine White. It has a lot of
useful information for families with athletes who have learning disabilties.
http://www.schwablearning.org
LD
On Line
Another site recommened by Tom and Catherine which also has many resources.
http://www.ldonline.com
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