This site includes an overview of communication disorders, online resources and forums as well as information on related syndromes and disorders.

This is an excellent site for those looking to learn more about hearing loss or for those who are dealing with it. It is very simple to read. There is a corresponding youth page that lets younger people know about how hearing loss can affect them and how they can save their ears.

This is an easy to read look at the basics of hearing loss.

Kids' Quest has interactive quizzes and resources to help you test your understanding of what it's like to live with a disability, and to find more information on specific "different abilities."

National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders
This organization continues to conduct extensive research on various communication disorders. They are still unclear as to what exactly causes the deficit in processing disorders but are making large strides. There is useful information on risk factors, symptoms, and effective treatments. This page will give you a good start on information you need on Auditory Processing Delay. The site covers various speech, language and hearing disorders.

This page on the site offers links to agencies and organizations in Massachusetts devoted to the support of individuals with disabilities. The other areas of the site offer information on everything from education, early intervention, technical services, and concerns, to violence prevention, childcare, and more.

American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD)
1629 K Street NW, Suite 503
Washington, DC 20006
202-457-0046 (V/TTY)
800-840-8844 (Toll Free V/TTY)
Member Services
258 Main Street, Suite 203
Milford, MA 01757
508-634-3200 (V/TTY)
866-241-3200 (Toll Free, V/TTY)
[This organization is] the largest nonprofit, nonpartisan, cross-disability organization in the United States. [Their] goals are unity, leadership and impact. Anyone can be a member of AAPD - persons with a disability, their family, friends and supporters. Join now to support an organization that helps people help themselves.

American Disabilities Act (ADA) Helpline
800-514-0301 (voice) 800-514-0383 (TDD)
Call to obtain answers to general and technical questions about the ADA and to order technical assistance materials.

American Foundation for the Blind
AFB Headquarters
1-800-AFB-LINE (232-5463)
(212) 502-7600
11 Penn Plaza, Suite 300
New York, NY 10001
The organization to which Helen Keller devoted her life—is a national nonprofit whose mission is to ensure that the ten million Americans who are blind or visually impaired enjoy the same rights and opportunities as other citizens. They address important issues such as employment, independent living, literacy, and technology.

DB-LINK
National Information Clearinghouse on Children
Who Are Deaf-Blind
345 N. Monmouth Avenue
Monmouth, OR 97361
(800) 438-9376 (Voice); (800) 854-7013 (TTY)
This organization offers information on a disability termed, “deaf-blindness”. The combination of hearing and vision loss requires a unique educational approach so they can reach their fullest potential. There is a severe impairment in communication and other areas of development. Their goal is to help parents, teachers, and others by providing them with information to foster the skills, strategies and confidence necessary to nurture and empower deaf-blind children.

Federation for Children with Special Needs
1135 Tremont Street, Suite 420
617-236-7210; 800-331-0688 (in MA)
Fax: (617) 572-2094
Email: fcsninfo@fcsn.org
Satellite Offices
Worcester (508) 798-0531
Western Mass (413) 323-0681
(800) 331-0688
This organization provides information, support, and assistance to parents of children with disabilities, their professional partners, and their communities. We are committed to listening to and learning from families, and encouraging full participation in community life by all people, especially those with disabilities.

Helen Keller National Center
(800) 255-0411 ext. 253
(516) 944-8900
TTY: (516) 944-8637
111 Middle Neck Rd.
Sands Point, NY 11050-1299
This organization offers information on a disability termed, “deaf-blindness”. The
combination of hearing and vision loss requires a unique educational approach so they can reach their fullest potential. This is for adults who suffer from DB or those who want to learn more about how this affects adults.

National Information Center for Children and Youth with Disabilities (NICHCY)
P.O. Box 1492
Washington, DC 20013
(800) 695-0285 • V/TTY
This organization is part of a broad Federal effort to improve results and overall quality of life for children with disabilities.

The National Institute on Disability and Rehabilitation Research (NIDRR)
400 Maryland Avenue, S.W.
Washington, DC 20202-7100
Voice:(202) 245-7640
TTY: (202) 245-7316
This organization provides leadership and support for a comprehensive program of research related to the rehabilitation of individuals with disabilities. All of our programmatic efforts are aimed at improving the lives of individuals with disabilities from birth through adulthood.

Voting Section
Civil Rights Division
U.S. Department of Justice
P.O. Box 66128
Washington, D.C. 20035-6128
(800) 253-3931 (voice/TTY)
For information on the rights of elderly, physically disabled, and visually impaired or blind voters, call this number. You will find information on polling accessibility and reasonable adjustments that must be made to accommodate anyone who has limitations that impede their ability to vote.