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Books
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Yes, You Can!
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Margaret C. Hammond, M.D., Robert Umlauf, Ph.D., Brenda Matteson, Sonya Perduta-Fujiniti MSN (EDs)
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United Spinal Association
75-20 Astoria Boulevard
Jackson Heights, NY 11370
(718) 803-3782
http://www.unitedspinal.org/ |
This easy-to-read guide on self care for persons with SCI covers psychological, social, medical, and vocational issues. For patients, families, and professionals/students who are new to the management of SCI. Available in English or Spanish. (120 pages)
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Accessible Building Design
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United Spinal Association
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United Spinal Association
75-20 Astoria Boulevard
Jackson Heights, NY 11370
(718) 803-3782
http://www.unitedspinal.org/
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Architectural information for accessible housing; sample house plans showing exterior and interior views; answers to FAQs to barrier-free designs; links to other resources such as building codes and regulations, financial aid, and universal designs.
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Job Search Handbook for People with Disabilities
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Daniel J. Ryan Ph.D
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Acacia M. Martinez Publicist
(317) 613-4200, ext. 1129
1-877-454-7877 (Toll Free)
(317)613-4304 (Fax)
E-mail:
http://www.jist.com/
disabilitiessheet.htm
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Job seekers with disabilities learn to best represent themselves and reassure potential employees that they are capable workers. For people with disabilities and carreer development professionals.
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Life On Wheels
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Gary Karp
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Email
http://www.lifeonwheels.net/
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Deals with almost all aspects of life for all wheelchair users: rehabilitation, selecting a wheelchair, staying healthy, traveling, adaptive technology, politics and legislation, intimacy, sex and babies.
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Profiles-- AT in Real Life
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Missouri Assistive Technology
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Missouri Assistive Technology
4731 South Cochise, Suite 114
Independence, MO 65055-6975
Toll Free (800) 647-8557
Phone (816) 373-5193
http://www.at.mo.gov/publications/
publications.shtm
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Each story provides a snapshot of how Missourians with disabilities use assistive technology every day and how important it is to their health, well-being, and independence.
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Nothing Is Impossible: Reflections on a New Life
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Christopher Reeve
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The Spinal Cord Injury Center
P.O. Box 26099
Milwaukee, WI 53226
(414) 259-3657
http://www.spinalinjury.net/
html/bookstore.html
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Clearly of most obvious value to those facing the challenges of physical paralysis, this book also serves as an inspirational primer for otherwise able-bodied individuals who may be thwarted by mental rather than physical wounds.
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Still Me
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Christopher Reeve
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The Spinal Cord Injury Center
P.O. Box 26099
Milwaukee, WI 53226
(414) 259-3657
http://www.spinalinjury.net/
html/bookstore.html
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Christopher Reeve struggled for his life after breaking his neck in a riding accident in 1995. After that, he directed an Emmy Award-winning HBO movie. In this book, Reeve recounts his trials and triumphs. Includes 32 pages of photos.
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The Spinal Cord Injury Handbook
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Richard C Senelick, Karla Dougherty
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The Spinal Cord Injury Center
P.O. Box 26099
Milwaukee, WI 53226
(414) 259-3657
http://www.spinalinjury.net/
html/bookstore.html
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This book tells about the various types of spinal injuries and how each injury is different based on where the injury is located and how it affects your body and daily life skills. The book gives insight as to what the family has to deal with as well as the patient.
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Sexuality After Spinal Cord Injury : Answers to Your Questions (Paperback)
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Stanley H. Ducharme, Ph.D.; Kathleen M. Gill, Ph.D.
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The Spinal Cord Injury Center
P.O. Box 26099
Milwaukee, WI 53226
(414) 259-3657
http://www.spinalinjury.net/
html/bookstore.html
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Anatomy, fertility, sexually transmitted diseases, self-esteem, sexual satisfaction, and parenting are among the many physical and emotional issues discussed in this candid and compassionate guide.This handbook relays practical information while acknowledging different lifestyles, tastes, values, and orientations.
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Magazines
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New Mobility Magazine
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New Mobility
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New Mobility
P.O. Box 220
Horsham, PA 19044
(215) 675-9133
https://www.newmobility.com/
subscribe.cfm
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A monthly magazine focusing on "Disability Lifestyle, Culture and Resources."
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Pushin' On
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UAB Rehab Institute
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UAB Model SCI System
Office of Research Services
619 19th Street South, SRC 529
Birmingham, AL 35249-7330
1-205-934-3283
or Email:
http://www.spinalcord.uab.edu/
show.asp?durki=21396
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Published twice a year, Pushin' On disseminates information on living with SCI.
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Paraplegia News
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Paralyzed Veterans of America
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Paralyzed Veterans of America
PVA Distribution Center,
P.O. Box 753
Waldorf, MD 20604-0753
Toll-free: (888) 860-7244
Phone: (301) 932-7834
http://www.pva.org/
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A monthly news / information magazine for people with mobility impairments covering the latest on SCI research, new products, legislation, people with disabilities, accessible travel, computers, and more.
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Sports 'n Spokes
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Paralyzed Veterans of America
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Paralyzed Veterans of America
PVA Distribution Center,
P.O. Box 753
Waldorf, MD 20604-0753
Toll Free: (888) 860-7244
Phone: (301) 932-7834
http://www.pva.org/
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A monthly magazine for wheelchair athletes and other people who use a wheelchair who pursue an active lifestyle. Check out their annual survey of lightweight wheelchairs in the Online Article Library!
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SCI Life
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National Spinal Cord Injury Assoc.
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National Spinal Cord Injury Assoc.
6701 Democracy Blvd. Suite 300-9
Bethesda, MD 20817
(800) 321-7037; (301) 214-4006
http://www.spinalcord.org/html/sci/
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SCI Life is a quarterly magazine filled with issue-driven articles, and news of interest to the SCI community and the larger disability community.
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Abilities
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Canadian Abilities Foundation
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Canadian Abilities Foundation
340 College Street, Suite 401
Toronto, ON M5T 3A9
(416) 923-1885; Fax: (416) 923-9829
E-mail:
http://www.enablelink.org/
abilities.html?showabilities=1
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A life style magazine for Canadians with disabilities, their families, friends and professionals.
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Access-Able Travel Magazine
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Access-Able Travel
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Access-Able Travel
P.O. Box 1706
Wheat Ridge, CO 80034
(303) 232-2979
http://www.access-able.com
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An accessible travel magazine by travel writers who have disabilities. They bring you firsthand experience with accessible destinations, attractions, active and passive adventures, cruises, lodging, transportation and products that aid in facilitating travel.
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Mainstream Magazine
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Mainstream
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Mainstream
2973 Beech Street
San Diego, CA 92102
(619) 234-3138
http://www.mainstream-mag.com/
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Covers news, current affairs, new products, technology, profiles of movers and shakers, education, employment, sexuality, relationships, housing, transportation, travel and recreation. Advocates for disability rights.
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The Ragged Edge Magazine
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The Ragged Edge
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The Ragged Edge
P.O. Box 145
Louisville, KY 40201
(502) 459-5343
http://www.ragged-edge-mag.com/
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Successor to the Disability Rag magazine. Civil Rights magazine which covers laws available and laws being pursued for physically disabled individuals and those interested in SCI civil rights.
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Booklets
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| SCI PILOT |
SCI PILOT |
The Toronto Rehabilitation Institute
Toronto, Ontario M4g 3V9
(416) 597-3422
http://www.scipilot.com/
_g/home_g/index.shtml |
An informational resource about the process of choosing, acquiring and using equipment after a spinal cord injury. |
| Capitol Access Booklet |
Missouri Assistive Technology |
Missouri Assistive Technology
Independence, MO 65055-6975
(800) 647-8557; (816) 373-5193
http://www.at.mo.gov/publications/
publications.shtm |
This booklet is designed to provide information about accessibility in the state capitol so that Missourians with disabilities can fully participate in state government activities. Direction is provided for requesting access accommodations, such as interpreters or Braille material, for legislative activities, functions in the governor's office, capitol tours and for rotunda activities. Diagrams of the capitol are provided, indicating the location of accessible parking, restrooms and elevators to the House and Senate gallery areas. |
| Accessible Air Travel |
United Spinal Association |
United Spinal Association
75-20 Astoria Boulevard
Jackson Heights, NY 11370-
(718) 803-3782
http://www.unitedspinal.org/
pages.php?catid=7 |
A handy guide that explains the Air Carrier Access Act and provides information about air travel for wheelchair users. |
| Understanding The Fair Housing Amendments Act |
United Spinal Association |
United Spinal Association
75-20 Astoria Boulevard
Jackson Heights, NY 11370-
(718) 803-3782
http://www.unitedspinal.org/
pages.php?catid=7 |
The FHAA prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability in housing, sales, rentals, or financing. Learn how to benefit from the law’s protection. |
| Understanding the ADA |
United Spinal Association |
United Spinal Association
75-20 Astoria Boulevard
Jackson Heights, NY 11370-
(718) 803-3782
http://www.unitedspinal.org/
pages.php?catid=7 |
Details the most important provisions of the ADA as well as the available tax incentives for small businesses that remove barriers for people with disabilities. |
| Appreciated Securities |
United Spinal Association |
United Spinal Association
75-20 Astoria Boulevard
Jackson Heights, NY 11370-
(718) 803-3782
http://www.unitedspinal.org/
pages.php?catid=7 |
Tax saving gifts |
| Access State & Local Government |
United Spinal Association |
United Spinal Association
75-20 Astoria Boulevard
Jackson Heights, NY 11370-
(718) 803-3782
http://www.unitedspinal.org/
pages.php?catid=7 |
Summarizes the rights of people with disabilities and the responsibilities of state and local governments under the ADA (Title II). Includes a compliance checklist. |
| National Study of Women with Physical Disabilities. Special Summary. |
CROWD |
Center for Research on Women with Disabilities
Houston, TX 77046-
1-800-442-7093; (713) 960-0505
http://www.bcm.tmc.edu/crowd/
educational_material/
educational_material.html |
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| Community Resource Directory |
Missouri Model Spinal Cord Injury System staff |
Missouri Model Spinal Cord Injury System
Columbia, MO 65212
1-800-720-6286; (573) 882-6271
https://umshp.org/hp/resources/
sci/scimanuals.htm#crd |
The Resource Directory includes information about agencies, services and resources for persons with SCI: assistive technology, recreation, support groups, consumer telephone hotlines, driving evaluation, transportation, travel, home modifications, Internet SCI resources, SCI-related magazines and newsletters, Missouri Centers for Independent Living, Vocational Rehabilitation offices, and a glossary of SCI-related terms. |
| Enrichments Catalog |
Sammons-Preston
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Sammons-Preston
1-800-323-5547
http://www.sammonspreston.com |
Enrichments Catalog features products designed to help individuals with special needs perform daily tasks such as dressing, dining and bathing. |
| MaxiAids Catalog |
MaxiAids |
MaxiAids
1-800-522-6294
http://www.maxiaids.com/store/
default.asp |
MaxiAids is a provider of adaptive products, products for independent living, and products designed simply to enhance your lifestyle by making your life and daily tasks easier. |
| Sears Home & Wellness |
Sears |
Sears
1-800-326-1750
http://searshealthandwellness.com/ |
The catalog consists of daily living products for those with a disability. |
| Access to Recreation |
Access to Recreation |
Access to Recreation
1-800-634-4351
http://www.accesstr.com |
Disabled recreational equipment for a more active life. Equipment for bowling, cycling, weightlifting, fishing and hunting, and many more. |
| Smart Home |
Smart Home |
Smart Home
1-800-762-7846
http://www.smarthomeusa.com/ |
This home modification company makes homes more convenient, safe, and fun. |
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Newsletters
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| The Spinal Cord Injury Newsletter |
Medical News Publishing |
P.O. Box 99702
San Diego, CA 92169-9702
http://www.cureparalysis.org/
chanaud/ |
Educational newsletter that describes and explains current scientific information about SCI in terms which nonscientists can understand. It reports on basic science, such as experimental drug treatments, neural transplantation and nerve regeneration. |
| Spinal Cord Injury Update |
University of Washington, Rehabilitation Medicine |
Box 356490
Seattle,WA 98195-6490
(206) 685-3999
http://depts.washington.edu/rehab/
sci/update.html |
Articles on various aspects of SCI for both health care providers and consumers, as well as summaries of current literature on SCI. |
| Wheelchair Access & News |
Wheelchair Access & News |
PO Box 12
Glenmoore, PA19343
(610) 942-3266 |
Lists available wheelchair accessible homes for sale or rent. Also includes practical resources such as used wheelchairs, vans, services, equipment, etc. All information is also published in the agency’s web site. |
| WINGS |
California Pacific |
592 West Ammunition, Apt #1
Fallbrook, CA 92028-3102
http://www.cal-pac.org/disability/
wings.htm |
A publication for Methodists (and others) with disabilities. |
| Access For Disabled Americans Newsletter |
Access For Disabled Americans |
1475 No. Broadway #420
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
(925) 932-9001
http://maxpages.com/disabledaccess/
NEWSLETTER |
Quarterly print newsletter provides travel-related information and descriptions of new products. A one-year subscription is free with a donation to Access for Disabled Americans. |
| Breaking New Ground |
AgrAbility, Purdue University |
1146 ABE Building
West Lafayette, IN 47907-1146
800-825-4264; (795) 494-5088
http://abe.www.ecn.purdue.edu/ABE/
Extension/BNG/bnginfo.html#Services |
A twice-yearly newsletter with information and accounts adaptive and assistive technology and techniques adopted for farmers and other people with disabilities who live in rural areas. |
| A Guide to Wheelchair Sports and Recreation |
Paralyzed Veterans of America |
801 Eighteenth Street, NW
Washington DC 20006
(800) 424-8200
http://www.pva.org |
This guide is a general introduction to the kinds of sports equipment and activities available nationally. |
| A Guide for the Wheelchair Traveler |
Access for Disabled Americans |
1475 No.Broadway #420
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
(925)-932-9001
http://maxpages.com/disabledaccess/
WHEELCHAIR_TRAVEL_GUIDE |
A travel guide and trip planner for the wheelchair traveler. The guide is written to eliminate the stressful research of locating accessible hotels and transportation, and provide tips on air travel, ground transportation and cruises. |
| Able News |
Able Newspaper |
PO Box 395
Old Bethpage, NY 11804
(516) 939-2253
http://ablenews.com/ |
Able Newspaper is a monthly newspaper that is published for, by and about the disabled, with the focus on the Able. |
| ATHENA |
CROWD |
Center for Research on Women with Disabilities
3440 Richmond Avenue Suite B
Houston TX 77046
800-442-7093; (713) 960-0505
http://www.bcm.edu/crowd/
?PMID=1350
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Newsletter focuses on advancing the health and well-being of women with disabilities. |
| Bridging the Gap |
Christopher Reeve Paralysis Foundation |
500 Morris Avenue
Springfield, NJ 07081
1-800-225-0292
http://www.christopherreeve.org/team/
member.cfm |
This twice monthly electronic newsletter covers efforts to find a cure for paralysis caused by SCI and other central nervous system disorders. |
| Common Threads |
Montana University Affiliated Rural Institute on Disabilities |
52 Corbin Hall
The University of Montana
Missoula, MT 59812-70561
888-268-2743; (406) 243-5467
http://rtc.ruralinstitute.umt.edu/Trn/
RuTrnCT.htm |
Newsletter published twice a year by the RTC on Rural Rehabilitation Services. |
| Connections |
Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation, Inc. |
1199 Pleasant Valley Way
West Orange, NJ 07052
1-800-643-0296; (201) 731-3600
http://www.kmrrec.org/nnjscis/
consumer.php?cnav=8 |
Newsletter shares information on the services available at Kessler for the rehabilitation, treatment, and support of those with SCI, as well as to highlight developments in SCI research. |
| Palaestra |
Palaestra |
P.O. Box 508
Macomb, IL 61455
(309) 833-1902
http://www.palaestra.com/ |
Sports and recreation for the physically handicapped. |
| Resourceful Woman |
Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago |
345 East Superior Street
Chicago, IL 60611
http://www.ric.org/community/
womendc.php |
Newsletter for women with disabilities striving toward health and self-determination. |
| The Rural Exchange |
Rural Institute on Disabilities |
52 Corbin Hall
The University of Montana
Missoula, MT 59812-7056
1-888-268-2743; (406) 243-5467
http://ruralinstitute.umt.edu/training/
publications.asp |
Newsletter published quarterly by the Montana University Affiliated Rural Institute on Disabilities. |
| SCI Access |
Model SCI Care System |
300 North Ingalls
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI 48109-0491
(734) 763-0971
http://www.med.umich.edu/pmr/
modelsci/access.htm |
Provides information about research and other treatment updates as well as social options pertinent to those with SCI. Most issues include a Resource Corner, where noteworthy books, magazines, CDs, or web sites are reviewed. Profiles or interviews of staff or former patients are included in all issues. |
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Multimedia
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Accessible Doors and Entrances
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Center for Universal Design
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Center for Universal Design
NC State University, School of Design
Box 8613
Releigh, NC 27695
Toll Free 1-800-647-6777
http://www.design.ncsu.edu/cud
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One in a video series on standards for accessible design for architects, designers, planners, and others responsible for physical and communications accessibility in public accommodations and commercial, state and local government facilities. Discusses doors, entrances, exits, areas of rescue assistance.
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Consumer Direction in PAS: How to Work Together
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Program Development Associates
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Program Development Associates
Attn: Order Dept. P.O. Box 2038
Sycracuse, NY 13220
1-800-543-2119
http://www.disabilitytraining.com/
pacs.html
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Self-paced training for personal assistants focuses on consumer-directed services and supports independence options mandated by U.S. Supreme Court’s Olmstead decision
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Life After SCI: Volume 2, Transferring & Adapting
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Altimate Medical, Inc.
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Altimate Medical, Inc.
P.O. Box 180 262 West 1st Street
Morton, MN 56270
1-800-342-8968; (507) 697-6393
http://www.easystand.com/
sci/index.cfm
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This video includes footage of transfers into vans, pickups, tractors, pontoons, standing frames, exercise machines, and more; Alan Tholkes shares his personal transfer techniques for transferring in a variety of environments; and interviews with men and women with spinal cord injuries as they discuss rehabilitation, family reaction, and adapting.
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Nothing is Impossible
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Christopher Reeve Paralysis Foundation
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Christopher Reeve Paralysis Foundation
500 Morris Avenue
Springfield, NJ 07081
1-800-225-0292
http://www.christopherreeve.org/
News/News.cfm?ID=404&c=30
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"'Nothing is Impossible' is a reminder that life is not to be taken for granted but to be lived fully with zeal, curiosity, and gratitude. It is a powerful message in itself, but it is the messenger who gives it full resonance."
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A Message from Margaret Nosek, Ph.D.
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Margaret Nosek, Ph.D
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Center for Research on Women with Disabilities
3440 Richmond Avenue, Suite B
Houston, TX 77046
1-800-442-7093; (713) 960-0505
http://www.bcm.edu/crowd/
educational_material/
ORDER_FORM.htm
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To the International Leadership Forum for Women with Disabilities.
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SCI Video Access lending program of information videos
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Spinal Cord Injury Network International
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Spinal Cord Injury Network International
3911 Princeton Drive, CA 95405
1-800-548-2673; (707) 577-8796
http://www.spinalcordinjury.org/
services.htm#Video
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SCINI has over 200 videos on topics relating to SCI, including accessibility, education/training, employment, housing, sports, transportation/ travel, and wheelchair use and repair. These videos are available for loan by mail free of charge to spinal cord injured individuals and their families.
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Tool Box
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Breaking New Ground
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Breaking New Ground
1146 ABE Building
West Lafayette, IN 47906
E-Mail:
(765) 494-5088; (800) 825-4264
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CD includes revised and updated fact sheets, plus added features, such as video clips, hyperlinks to the web sites and e-mail addresses of product suppliers, full-color photographs, and more than 75 new products.
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Take Control
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Arkansas Spinal Cord Commision
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Arkansas Spinal Cord Commision
800-459-1517; (501) 296-1792
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Presents a comprehensive curriculum in SCI designed to help people learn more about SCI and the skills it takes to keep healthy.
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