Judy Hoit, inventor of the Pakkie -
This website takes a look at the accomplishments of Judy Hoit from
March of Dimes poster child, to Ms. Wheelchair Iowa, to world
speaker and traveler, to inventor of the Pakkie, and more.
Disability Advocacy/Information
National Organization on Disability (NOD) -
National Organization on
Disability (N.O.D.), has a mission to expand the participation and
contribution of America’s 54 million men, women and children with
disabilities in all aspects of life. By raising disability awareness
through programs and information, together we can work toward closing
the participation gap.
The Cerebral Palsy Group -
The Cerebral Palsy Group, encourages adults with cerebral palsy from
around the United States and the world to communicate with each
other. What is life like in your community? and What challenges have
you faced? and How do you handle situations? are just some of the
types of feedback The Cerebral Palsy Group is seeking.
United Cerebral Palsy -
United Cerebral Palsy, a leading source of information on cerebral
palsy and is a pivotal advocate for the rights of persons with any
disability. As one of the largest health charities in America, UCP's
mission is to advance the independence, productivity and full
citizenship of people with cerebral palsy and other disabilities.
The Muscular Dystrophy Association
- is a voluntary health agency — a dedicated partnership
between scientists and concerned citizens aimed at conquering
neuromuscular diseases that affect more than a million Americans.
American Association of People with Disabilities -
American Association of People
with Disabilities (AAPD), largest national nonprofit cross-disability
member organization in the United States, dedicated to ensuring
economic self-sufficiency and political empowerment for the more than
56 million Americans with disabilities. AAPD works in coalition with
other disability organizations for the full implementation and
enforcement of disability nondiscrimination laws, particularly the
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 and the Rehabilitation
Act of 1973.
Dating/Social Issues
DateAble, Inc. - A dating service with heart;
that's why we are here. DateAble is a unique non-profit social organization for people with
and without disabilities who seek new friends and relationships.
Ms. Wheelchair America - Ms.
Wheelchair America organization, strives to empower women to achieve
their goals and celebrate their accomplishments. In addition, this
website includes information on states that are organizing new
pageants and states with existing pageants.
Employment
Bender Consulting Services,
Inc.
- At Bender Consulting
Services, Inc. our mission is to provide superior technology
consulting services to our customers while creating employment and
career opportunities, independence and freedom for people with
disabilities.