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![]() | Motor Impaired/Orthopedic Disabilities Resources
The
American Diabetes Association
- A
nonprofit health organization providing diabetes research, information,
advocacy funds, publications of scientific findings, and other services
to people with disabilities, their families, health care professionals
and the public.
The
American Paralysis Association
- A
national nonprofit organization whose mission is to encourage and support
research to find a cure for paralysis caused by spinal cord injury and
other central nervous system disorders.
Mobility International, USA (MIUSA) - The American office of this London-based organization founded in 1973 to integrate persons with disabilities into international educational exchange programs and travel. Model Spinal Cord Injury Systems Dissemination Center - They provide educational materials and products that helps people with this disability and also organize presentations. The Muscular DystrophyAssociation - A source for news and information about 40 neuromuscular diseases, MDA research and services is available to adults and children with neuromuscular diseases and their families. National Multiple Sclerosis Society - The National MS Society, a non-profit organization offers programs and services including local referrals, information and education, professional and peer counseling, self-help groups, equipment assistance, and more. The National Spinal Cord Injury Association - Assists in the development of regional systems of comprehensive and integrated care, treatment, rehabilitation, and community living. United Cerebral Palsy - This site provides information on the programs and services of one of the nation's health charity, it also offers a wealth of information on a variety of disability topics. |