| About us Contact us | + Larger Text - smaller text |
| Home |
 |
 Teachers |
 Students |
 Parents |
|
|
Continue Your Research
The SuccessDE team encourages teachers, parents, and students to further explore their questions or concerns regarding disabilities, career and technical education, and/or disability rights legislation. Below is a list of resources that may related to a specific question or concern that was not addressed in the SuccessDE bank of resources. Click on the resource name to find a wealth of contact information for groups and agencies that may be able to address such a question or concern. There are also direct links to legislative documents that pertain to individuals with disabilities.
Adult Services
For updates on adult services for people with developmental disabilities, visit:
Administration for Children and Families
American Association of People with Disabilities
Americans with Disabilities Act
The Arc of Delaware The ARC of the United States
Autism - Great Source for Autism,Autism Symptom And Child Autism Information.
Consortium for Citizens with Disabilities
Delaware Assistive Technology Initiative (DATI) - Connects Delawareans who have disabilities with the tools they need in order to learn ,work, play.
Alternate Phone Number:
(302) 651-6790
(302) 651-6794 (TDD)
Delaware Developmental Disabilities Council
National Center on Secondary Education and Transition
National Council on Disability
National Youth Leadership Network (NYLN)
Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services
PACER Center (Parent Advocacy Coalition for Educational Rights)
Parent Information Center Delaware - A nonprofit organization serving children with disbilities or special needs and their famillies
U.S. Department of Justice Americans with Disabilities Act
U.S. Department of Labor Office of Disability Employment Policy
Advocacy Organizations/Provider Agencies
ADAPT Delaware is working to help people get out of institutions, nursing homes and State Schools.
The Arc of Delaware is an organization of and for people with mental retardation and related developmental disabilities and their families devoted to promoting and improving supports and services for people with mental retardation and their families.
Child, Inc. provides shelters, domestic violence treatment programs, specialized foster care, prevention programs such as parenting classes and assistance, and community advocacy for children and their families.
Children & Families First counselors, licensed clinical social workers, parent educators, outreach workers and medical personnel work to strengthen families and communities.
Delaware Assistive Technology Initiative (DATI) focuses on improving public awareness and access to information, funding for assistive technology devices and services, training and technical assistance, and coordination of statewide activities.
Delaware Foundation Reaching Citizens With Cognitive Disabilities (DFRC) is a well-respected Delaware foundation dedicated to raising funds and consciousness in support of programs that enrich the lives of Delawareans with cognitive disabilities. Established in 1956, the private, nonprofit organization is dedicated to identifying and funding programs based on community need.
The Exceptional Children Group provides the leadership to ensure that Delaware delivers an effective system of education for exceptional children that is in full compliance with federal and state laws.
The Delaware Learning Resource System (DLRS) is a statewide network of centers that provide resources and services to help educate children, particularly those with special education needs.
DelARF is a statewide membership association of private community organizations provides vocational training, employment, residential, case management, medical, adult day care, and clinical rehabilitation to people with disabilities.
Delaware Helpline is a toll-free service, which provides information on state government agencies and referrals to community resources. 1.800.464.4357
The Delaware Developmental Disabilities Council addresses the unmet needs of people with developmental disabilities through system-wide advocacy, planning and demonstration projects.
The Disabilities Law Program (a special project of Community Legal Aid Society, Inc.) provides advocacy services to Delaware residents with physical or mental disabilities.
The Down Syndrome Association of Delaware promotes the general welfare of individuals with Down Syndrome by serving as a source of support, acceptance, encouragement, understanding and information for their families, professionals, and friends.
The Freedom Center for Independent Living works toward equality and inclusion for people with disabilities through programs of empowerment, community education, and systems change. 1-800-687-7444 -or- (302) 376-4399.
Governor's Advisory Council For Exceptional Citizens (GACEC) provides leadership through advice giving and advocacy for the education of and amelioration of unmet needs of citizens of all ages who are exceptional.
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society is the world's largest voluntary health organization dedicated to funding blood cancer research, education and patient services. Information is available on the national site for Delaware 's chapter.
The Mental Health Association in Delaware (MHA) is a statewide, nonprofit organization, which provides services throughout Delaware focused on education, support and advocacy for mental health issues.
MetDESK; Diann Jones, MBA, MetDESK Specialist provides special needs planning services to families, resources, free newsletter and intake meetings.
The National Alliance for the Mentally Ill in Delaware is a statewide organization of families, mental health consumers, friends, and professionals dedicated to improving the quality of life for those affected by life-changing brain diseases such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and major depression.
The National Multiple Sclerosis Society is dedicated to ending the devastating effects of multiple sclerosis through the delivery of programs and services to people with MS and their families and support of research into the cause and cure of MS.
New Directions Delaware, Inc. is a support group for people with depression and manic depression and for their families and friends.
The Parent Information Center of Delaware trains and informs parents and professionals, helps families obtain appropriate education and services for their children with disabilities, works to improve educational results for all children, resolves problems between families and schools or other agencies, and connects children with disabilities to community resources that address their needs.
People First of Delaware is a self-advocacy group which meets each month to learn about issues affecting persons with disabilities and to work on those issues. Trips and other activities are scheduled throughout the year which help members grow socially and emotionally, learn to advocate for themselves, and to have fun.
Spina Bifida Association of Delaware promotes public awareness, helps aid in the prevention of spina bifida and attempts to enhance the lives of all persons affected.
Special Olympics Delaware provides year-round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for people eight years of age and older with mental retardation.
The State Council For Persons with Disabilities (SCPD) mission is to unite disability advocates and State agency policy makers to ensure that individuals with disabilities are empowered to become fully integrated within the community.
Variety - The Children's Charity: Delaware Division is a non-profit volunteer-driven organization committed to providing programs and services to help improve the quality of life for children with disabilities in Delaware . We serve children between birth and 18 years of age with temporary and/or permanent disabilities resulting from injury, illness, or congenital conditions. For information on Delaware 's programs, please call (302) 993-0896.
American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) is an international non-profit organization dedicated to advancing science around the world by serving as an educator, leader, spokesperson and professional association.
American Youth Policy Forum covers issues that affect youth with disabilities including special education.
Council for Learning Disabilities (CLD) an international organization, concerned about issues related to students with learning disabilities.
Gallaudet University leads the world in undergraduate liberal arts education, career development, and outstanding graduate programs for deaf, hard-of-hearing, and hearing students.
Getting Ready for College advises high school students with learning disabilities.
Learning Disabilities Association of America (LDA) provides support to people with learning disabilities, their parents, teachers and other professionals.
National Leadership on Improving Results for Youth provides policy and practice implications for secondary and postsecondary education and employment for youth with disabilities.
National Youth Leadership Network Promotes leadership development, education, employment, independent living, health and wellness among young people with disabilities
The Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) The largest international professional organization dedicated to improving educational outcomes for individuals with exceptionalities, students with disabilities, and/or the gifted
Community Resources to Help All Families
Child, Inc . provides shelters, domestic violence treatment programs, specialized foster care, prevention programs such as parenting classes and assistance, and community advocacy for children and their families.
Children & Families First counselors, licensed clinical social workers, parent educators, outreach workers and medical personnel work to strengthen families and communities.
Delaware Helpline is a toll-free service, which provides information on state government agencies and referrals to community resources. 1.800.464.4357
Career and Technical Education Student Associations
At the National Level
(information from http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ovae/pi/cte/vso.html < )
Business Professionals of America Business Professionals of America has a history as a student organization that contributes to the preparation of a world-class workforce through the advancement of leadership, citizenship, academic, and technological skills for students at the secondary and the postSecondary level. Through co-curricular programs and services, members of Business Professionals of America compete in demonstrations of their business technology skills, develop their professional and leadership skills, network with one another and professionals across the nation, and get involved in the betterment of their community through good works projects. National Website: http://www.bpanet.org/ Delaware Website: http://www.doe.state.de.us/services/students/ctso/bpa/default.shtml
DECA DECA, a national association of marketing education students, provides teachers and members with educational and leadership development activities to merge with the education classroom instructional program. National Website: http://www.deca.org/ Delaware Website: http://www.doe.state.de.us/services/students/ctso/deca/default.shtml
Future Business Leaders of America - Phi Beta Lambda FBLA-PBL is a dynamic organization of young people preparing for success as leaders in our businesses, government, and communities. This site was created to help current and prospective FBLA-PBL members find information about the association, its programs and services, and its members. National Website: http://www.fbla-pbl.org/
Family, Career and Community Leaders of America Since 1945, FCCLA members have been making a difference in their families, careers and communities by addressing important personal, work and societal issues through family and consumer sciences education. Today over 227,000 members are active in a network of associations in 50 states as well as in the District of Columbia, the Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico. Involvement in FCCLA offers members the opportunity to expand their leadership potential and develop skills for life -- planning, goal setting, problem solving, decision-making and interpersonal communication -- necessary in the home and workplace. National Website: http://fcclainc.org Delaware Website: http://www.doe.state.de.us/services/students/ctso/fccla/default.shtml
Health Occupations Students of America Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA) is a national vocational student organization endorsed by the U.S. Department of Education and the Health Occupations Education Division of the American Vocational Association. HOSA's two-fold mission is to promote career opportunities in the health care industry and to enhance the delivery of quality health care to all people. HOSA's goal is to encourage all health occupations instructors and students to join and be actively involved in the HOE-HOSA Partnership. National Website: http://www.hosa.org/
National FFA FFA makes a positive difference in the lives of students by developing their potential for premier leadership, personal growth, and career success through agricultural education. National Website: http://www.ffa.org/ Delaware Website: http://www.doe.state.de.us/services/students/ctso/ffa/default.shtml
National Postsecondary Agricultural Student Organization The National Postsecondary Agricultural Student Organization (PAS) is an organization associated with agriculture/ agribusiness and natural resources offerings in approved postsecondary institutions offering associate degrees or vocational diplomas and/or certificates. National Website: http://nationalpas.org/home.html
National Young Farmer Educational Association National Young Farmer Educational Association is the official postsecondary adult student organization for agricultural education as recognized by the United States Department of Education. With the goal of being America's Association for Educating Agricultural Leaders, the association features leadership training, agricultural career education and community service opportunities. National Website: www.nyfea.org
SkillsUSA-VICA SkillsUSA is a national organization serving high school and college students and professional members who are enrolled in technical, skilled and service occupations, including health occupations. National Website: www.skillsusa.org Delaware Website: http://www.doe.state.de.us/services/students/ctso/skillsusa/default.shtml
Technology Student Association (TSA) The Technology Student Association (TSA) is the only student organization devoted exclusively to the needs of technology education students who are presently enrolled in, or have completed, technology education courses. National Website: www.tsaweb.org Delaware Website: http://www.doe.state.de.us/services/students/ctso/tsa/default.shtml
At the Local Level
Delaware Career Association (DCA), a youth organization that enhances the classroom instruction with field trips, group activities, guest speakers, and state conferences. The four goals of the DCA are leadership, community service, social skills, and career preparation. http://www.jobsdegrads.org/DCA%20About.htm
(description from: http://www.lhs.laurel.k12.de.us/course/descriptions.html )
Additional information about which schools participate in which national organizations is available at the following Delaware Department of Education Website: http://www.doe.state.de.us/services/students/ctso/default.shtml
National Website: http://www.jag.org/ Delaware Website: http://www.jobsdegrads.org/DCA%20About.htmDisability Related Resources
ADD/ADHD:
Organizations:
http://www.chaddonline.org/chapters/chadd880.html -- Newark chapter of Children and Adults with ADD (CHADD), an organization for parents of children with ADD/ADHD
http://www.cffde.org/ -- Children & Families First - local support group for parents raising children with ADHD
www.chadd.org -- National CHADD organization
http://www.add.org/ -- Attention Deficit Disorder Association
Information on ADD/ADHD:
http://www.nichcy.org/pubs/factshe/fs14txt.htm
http://www.nimh.nih.gov/publicat/adhd.cfm
Educational strategies for children with ADHD:
http://www.ed.gov/teachers/needs/speced/adhd/adhd-resource-pt2.pdf
www.as.wvu.edu/~scidis/add.html
Autism:
Organizations:
www.delautism.org -- Autism Society of Delaware
www.autism-society.org -- Autism Society of America
Educational strategies for children with autism:
http://www.thegraycenter.org/socialstories.asp?catID=3
http://www.udel.edu/bkirby/asperger/
http://www.teacch.com/teacch_e.htm
Brain Injury:
http://www.biausa.org/Delaware/bia.htm -- Brain Injury Association of Delaware
Cerebral Palsy:
http://www.ucp.org/ucp_local.cfm/52 -- United Cerebral Palsy of Delaware
http://www.ucp.org/ -- United Cerebral Palsy
http://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/dd/ddcp.htm -- National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities
Down Syndrome:
www.dsadelaware.org -- Down Syndrome Association of Delaware
www.nads.org -- National Association for Down Syndrome
Epilepsy:
http://epilepsyfoundation.org/delaware/ -- Epilepsy Foundation of Delaware
Hearing Loss:
http://www.delawareworks.com/dvr/services/dodhh.shtml -- Delaware Office for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
http://www.hearingloss.org/StateChap/de.html -- Delaware Chapter of Self Help for Hard of Hearing People
http://www.deafchildren.org/home/home.html -- American Society for Deaf Children
http://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/dd/ddhi.htm -- National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities
Learning Disabilities:
http://www.ncld.org/ -- National Center for Learning Disabilities
Leukemia:
Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, Delaware chapter: (302) 661-7300;
(800) 220-1617 (Toll Free)
Medically Fragile:
http://www.nursesnkids.com/about.htm -- Nurses ‘n Kids
Mental Health Conditions:
http://www.mhainde.org/quicklist.htm -- Mental Health Association in Delaware 's local mental health resource directory
www.namide.org -- National Alliance for the Mentally Ill in Delaware
http://www.state.de.us/kids/cmhs.htm -- Delaware Division of Child Mental Health
http://www.deffcmh.org/mission.html -- Delaware Federation of Families for Children's Mental Health:
http://www.newdirectionsdelaware.org/ -- New Directions Delaware
www.bpkids.org -- information on bipolar disorder
http://www.nmha.org/index.cfm -- National Mental Health Association
Mental Retardation:
www.arcde.org -- ARC of Delaware
http://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/dd/ddmr.htm -- National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities
Multiple Sclerosis:
http://www.nationalmssociety.org/DED/home/ -- National Multiple Sclerosis Society Delaware Chapter
Neurological Disorders:
http://www.ninds.nih.gov/disorders/disorder_index.htm -- information and resources on hundreds of neurological conditions
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder:
http://www.mental-health-matters.com/articles/article.php?artID=759
Oppositional Defiant Disorder/Conduct Disorder:
http://www.klis.com/chandler/pamphlet/oddcd/oddcdpamphlet.htm#_Toc121406158
Prader-Willi Syndrome:
Prader-Willi Delaware Association - Karen Swanson, swede455@aol.com
http://www.pwsausa.org/ -- Prader-Willi Syndrome Association
Rare Disorders:
http://www.rarediseases.org/ -- National Organization for Rare Disorders
Sensory Integration Dysfunction:
http://www.picofdel.org/learn/newsletter/the_link_v2n2.pdf
Speech Disorders:
http://www.asha.org/public/speech/disorders/ -- American Speech-Language-Hearing Association
Spina Bifida:
http://www.sbaa.org/site/PageServer?pagename=index -- Spina Bifida Association
Tourette Syndrome:
Delaware Chapter, Tourette Syndrome Association - jpdearlove@aol.com
http://www.tsa-usa.org/ -- Tourette Syndrome Association
Vision Impairment:
http://www.dhss.delaware.gov/dhss/dvi/ -- Delaware Division for the Visually Impaired
http://www.afb.org/ -- American Foundation for the Blind
http://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/dd/ddvi.htm -- National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities
Employment & Training
ETA DisAbility Online provides leadership in the development of national policy related to programs and services under the Workforce Investment Act of 1998 that impact individuals with disabilities.
The National Business & Disability Council is the leading resource for employers seeking to integrate people with disabilities into the workplace and companies seeking to reach them in the consumer marketplace.
The National Rehabilitation Information Center (NARIC) collects and disseminates the results of federally funded research projects, includes commercially published books, journal articles, and audiovisuals, and averages around 200 new documents per month.
Family Supports
The Family Village is a global community that 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.
The National Information Center for Children and Youth with Disabilities (NICHCY) is the national information center that provides information on disabilities and disability-related issues with a special focus is children and youth (birth to age 22).
Federal Government
U.S. Department of Education Home Page http://www.ed.gov/index.jhtml
Office of Vocational and Adult Education (Ed) provides information, research and resources to help prepare young people and adults for postsecondary education, successful careers and productive lives
Office on Special Education & Rehabilitative (OSERS) is dedicated to improving results for infants, toddlers, children and youth with disabilities age birth by providing leadership and financial support to assist states and local districts.
National Institute on Disability & Rehabilitation Research (Ed-OSERS-NIDRR) provides leadership and supports for a comprehensive program of research related to the rehabilitation of individuals with disabilities.
Special Education & Rehabilitative Services (Ed) IDEA 2004 News, Information, and Resources.
Vocational rehabilitation and research (Ed) provides a wide array of support to parents and individuals, school districts and states in the areas of special education, in order to improve results and outcomes for people with disabilities of all ages.
The High School/High Tech Program (HS/HT) (Ed) provides opportunities for students with all types of disabilities to explore exciting careers in science, mathematics, and technology. The program is one of several initiatives of the Office of Disability Employment Policy and U.S. Department of Labor.
Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance - http://www.cfda.gov
ED Pubs Online Ordering System http://edpubs.org
Educational Resources Information Center http://eric.ed.gov
Federal Business Opportunities www.fedbizopps.gov
Federal Register Documents Published by the U.S. Department of Education www.ed.gov/news/fedregister
Federal Resources for Educational Excellence http://www.ed.gov/free
Federal Student Aid http://studentaid.ed.gov
Forecast of Funding Opportunities Under the Department of Education Discretionary Grant Programs www.ed.gov/fund/grant/find/edlite-forecast.html
Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) http://www.fafsa.ed.gov
Guide to U.W. Department of Education Programs http://web99.ed.gov/GTEP/Program2.nsf
Helping Your Child Series http://www.ed.gov/parents/academic/help/hyc.html
Institute of Education Sciences http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ies/index.php
National Center for Education Statistics http://nces.ed.gov
National Clearinghouse for English Language Acquisition and Language Instruction Educational Programs http://www.ncela.gwu.edu
Office for Civil Rights http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/index.php
Special Education and Rehabilitative Services http://www.ed.gov/about/contacts/gen/othersites/specedrs.html
General Information - Disability Awareness
American Association on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (AAIDD) formerly the American Association on Mental Retardation (AAMR) promotes progressive policies, sound research, effective practices, and universal human rights for people with intellectual disabilities.
Cornucopia Of Disability Information (CODI) serves as a community resource for consumers and professionals by providing disability information in an Internet Directory of Disability Information and a repository of electronic disability documents (dating back to the early 1990s).
DisabilityResources.org disseminates information about books, pamphlets, magazines, newsletters, videos, databases, government agencies, nonprofit organizations, telephone hotlines and on-line services that provide free, inexpensive or hard-to-find information to help people with disabilities live independently.
Promote Awareness offers a wide variety of services and products designed to inform and educate businesses, families, educators, members of the medical profession, and the general public about the abilities of people with disabilities.
What You Need to Know About Disabilities from the American Psychological Association (APA) is a scientific and professional organization maintains this site that offers up to date news, articles, books, references and resources relating to mental and psychological health.
Health
American Association on Health and Disability's (AAHD) mission is to support health promotion and wellness initiatives for people with disabilities at the federal, state and local level, reduce the incidence of secondary conditions in people with disabilities, as well as reduce health disparities between people with disabilities and the general population.
MEDLINEplus: Developmental Disabilities offers news, statistics, articles and research information relating to developmental disabilities from the world's largest medical library, the National Library of Medicine and the National Institutes for Health.
MEDLINEplus: Disabilities offers links to news, statistics, articles, and research information.
The National Women's Health Information Center: Women with Disabilities (NWHIC) provides useful information together into one place for women with disabilities, caretakers, health professionals, and researchers.
National Disability Links
The Association on Higher Education And Disability (AHEAD) is an international, multicultural organization of professionals committed to full participation in higher education for persons with disabilities by promoting excellence through education, communication and training.
The Association of University Centers on Disabilities (formerly the American Association of University Affiliated Programs for Persons with Developmental Disabilities) promotes and supports the national network of university centers on disabilities, (which includes University Centers for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities Education, Research, and Service (UCEDD), Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities (LEND) Programs and Developmental Disabilities Research Centers (DDRC).
The Disabilities Studies and Services Center (DSSC) is a department of the Academy for Educational Development (AED). The Academy for Educational Development (AED) is an independent, nonprofit service organization committed to addressing human development needs in the United States and throughout the world.
The National Center on Educational Outcomes provides national leadership in the participation of students with disabilities in national and state assessments, standards-setting efforts, and graduation requirements.
The National Center to Improve Practice (NCIP) promotes the effective use of technology to enhance educational outcomes for students with sensory, cognitive, physical and social/emotional disabilities.
The National Head Start Disabilities Services Training Center developed a series of five training guides to strengthen the capacity of early childhood programs to reach and serve children with disabilities and their families.
Organizations without websites
The Deaf Moms Club recognizes the growing need of Deaf mothers and mothers who have a deaf/hard-of-hearing child for support systems. If you are interested, please e-mail Kathy O'Donnell at kodel9@comcast.net. Or call through voice relay and 1-800-232-5470 and dial number 838-5143.
Independent Resources, Inc. (IRI) is a non-residential, private, non-profit, consumer controlled, community-based organization providing services for advocacy by and for persons with all types of disabilities. Wilmington : (302) 765-0191, Dover (302) 735-4599, Georgetown : (302) 854-9330
Policy & Legislation
No Child Left Behind Act of 2001
http://www.ed.gov/nclb/landing.jhtml
The Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act (Perkins) was most recently reauthorized in August 2006. The purpose of Perkins is to provide individuals with the academic and technical skills needed to succeed in a knowledge- and skills-based economy. Perkins supports career and technical education that prepares its students both for postsecondary education and the careers of their choice.
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) is a law ensuring services to children with disabilities throughout the nation. IDEA governs how states and public agencies provide early intervention, special education and related services to more than 6.5 million eligible infants, toddlers, children and youth with disabilities.
The Administration on Developmental Disabilities ensures that individuals with developmental disabilities and their families participate in the design of and have access to culturally competent services, supports, and other assistance and opportunities that promotes independence, productivity, and integration and inclusion into the community.
The National Association of Councils on Developmental Disabilities (NACDD) is a member-driven organization that is committed to representing the diverse interests of Developmental Disabilities Councils and the people with disabilities that Councils were created to serve.
The Disability Rights Movement Virtual Exhibition looks at the efforts of people with disabilities, and their families and friends, to secure the civil rights guaranteed to all Americans.
The National Association of State Directors of Developmental Disabilities Services (NASDDDS) is a nonprofit organization, established in 1964, to improve and expand public services to people with mental retardation and other developmental disabilities.
The National Council on Disability (NCD) is an independent federal agency making recommendations to the President and Congress on issues affecting 54 million Americans with disabilities.
The Americans with Disabilities Act homepage offers resources, publications and agencies affiliated with ADA .
Independent Resources, Inc.
Resource center for individuals with disabilities and the communities in which they reside.
New Castle County - Larry Henderson, Exec. Dir. (302) 765-0191, (302) 765-0194 TTY, Lhenderson@IndependentResources.org
Kent County - (302) 735-4599
Sussex County - (302) 854-9330
Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
Offers free educational materials - Leukemia, Hodgkin's Disease, Multiple Myeloma, Lymphoma. Patient Aid Financial Program.
Statewide - Sharon Schuh (302) 661-7300, (800) 220-1617, www.de.leukemia-lymphoma.org , schuhs@de.leukemia-lymphoma.org
March of Dimes Birth Defects Foundation
Offers programs, educational services, research, advocacy for the prevention of birth defects and the improvement of maternal and infant health.
Statewide - Cathy Kanefsky, Exec. Dir. (302) 225-1020, www.modimes.org
Mental Health Association of Delaware
Offers support, advocacy, and information. Call for information about support group meeting dates/times.
Statewide - Jim Lafferty, Exec. Dir. (302) 654-6833, (800) 287-6423
National Multiple Sclerosis Society
Offers information and lending library, assists in service referrals. Statewide organization, call main office for details.
Statewide - Kate Cowperthwait (302) 655-5610 kate.cowperthwait@ded.nmss.org / www.msdelaware.org
New Directions Delaware, Inc.
Support group for people with depression or manic depression and their families and friends. Call for meeting dates and times.
Statewide - (302) 286-1161, (610) 265-1594 newdirectionsdelaware@yahoo.com / www.newdirectionsdelaware.org
Nurses 'N' Kids at Home
Provides "Prescribed Pediatric Extended Care" to medically/technologically dependent children; prescription from primary physician required. Statewide services available.
New Castle County - (302) 323-1436
Kent & Sussex County - (302) 424-4467
Parents as Teachers
Statewide parenting program for families raising their first child. Parents receive visit from parent educator. Serves families from pregnancy through third birthday.
New Castle County - (302) 454-5955
Kent County - Carmen Gallagher (302) 697-4545
Sussex County - (302) 856-5239
Prader-Willi Syndrome Delaware Association
Provides information and support to families, teachers, caregivers, and physicians. Meetings held monthly at varied locations and times. Call for details.
Statewide - Karen Swanson, RNC (302) 378-7385
Reading Assist Institute
Support for parents of children with reading difficulties; lending library -Suite 910 in Community Services Building. Volunteer tutoring teams in local schools. Tutor Service Program available upon request. Teacher training center for research-based multi-sensory structured language instruction.
Statewide - (302) 425-4080 judy@readingassist.org , www.readingassist.org
Self Help for Hard of Hearing People of Delaware (SHHH)
Inform, education, support, and advocate for the needs of people with hearing loss. Wilmington chapter meets 2nd Monday of every month at
New Castle County - (302) 292-3066, shhhdel@comcast.net
Kent/Sussex - Betty Martin, Pres. (302) 739-4494, betty.martin@state.de.us
Special Education Partnership for Amicable Resolution of Conflict (SPARC)
Neutral mediators and facilitators from the University of Delaware are available, free of charge, to facilitate difficult IEP meetings or mediate special education disputes between family and school.
Statewide - Kathy Wian/Fran Fletcher (302) 831-8151, (302) 831-8158 kwian@udel.edu , www.ipa.udel. edu/crp
Special Needs Program (formerly: Exceptional Family Member Program, Family Support Center )
Assists military members who have family members requiring exceptional medical or special educational services. A mandatory enrollment/identification program for active duty personnel who have family members with exceptional medical, psychological, developmental, or educational needs. Program assists in assigning an active duty member to an area where his/her exceptional family member's special needs can be met.
Statewide - Dover AFB Family Advocacy Office (302) 677-2711 mary.simon@dover.af.mil
Office Location - 263 Chadd Street Tuskegee Blvd., Dover, DE 19902
Mailing Address - 436 MDOS/SGOHF, 300 Tuskegee Blvd, Dover AFB DE 19902-5300
State Council for Persons with Disabilities
Provides advocacy for and reviews issues related to disability.
Statewide - Kyle Hodges, Admin. (302) 739-3613
Supported Employment Program, Division of Vocational Rehabilitation
Provides services related to supported employment such as job coaching, training and follow-up services.
Statewide - Mike McGarrity (302) 761-8275
Tourette Syndrome Support Group
Meetings held 3rd Wednesday monthly, 7:00 p.m., starting in Sept., Aldersgate United Methodist Church, 2313 Concord Pk., (Rt. 202) Room 132, Wilmington.
New Castle County - Jean Deerlove (610) 274-2321, Joy D'Avanzo (302) 999-1916
United Cerebral Palsy of DE
Offers support, advocacy, and referrals for children with Cerebral Palsy and other disabilities; operates a summer camp and client assistance program.
New Castle County - Bill McCool, Exec. Dir. (302) 764-2400
Kent & Sussex Counties - Carma Carpenter (302) 335-5626
University of DE Center for Disabilities Studies
University affiliated whose mission is to enable people with disabilities to achieve their personal goals.
Statewide - Michael Gamel-McCormick, Director (302) 831-6974, www.udel.edu/cds
Research
The Alliance for Full Participation is composed of 11 national disability organizations whose objective is to work together as partners to achieve a collective vision-- a world where people with developmental disabilities and their families realize the promise of integration, productivity, independence, and quality of life choices.
The Association of University Centers on Disabilities offers state-by-state program descriptions and personnel information.
The Disability Statistics Center produces and disseminates statistical information on disability and the status of people with disabilities, establishes and monitors indicators of how conditions are changing over time to meet their health, housing, economic and social needs.
The National Center for the Dissemination of Disability Research (NCDDR) research activities are designed to collect information that will assist in identifying the needs and most likely strategies that will assist in matching dissemination practices with intended user groups.
The National Institute on Disability and Rehabilitation Research (NIDRR) provides leadership and support for a comprehensive program of research related to the rehabilitation of individuals with disabilities.
Self-Advocacy
Disabilityinfo.gov is a comprehensive Federal website of disability-related government resources.
Advocating Change Together distributes tools and materials that help individuals and groups promote self-advocacy in their lives and work.
The Arc of the United States works to include all children and adults with cognitive, intellectual, and developmental disabilities in every community.
National Accessible Apartment Clearinghouse offers information housing in over 43 States and over 155 major metropolitan areas nation-wide.
The National Center on Physical Activity and Disability (NCPAD) site provides information and resources that can enable people with disabilities to become as physically active as they choose to be.
Self Advocates Becoming Empowered ensures that people with disabilities are treated as equals and that they are given the same decisions, choices, rights, responsibilities, and chances to speak up to empower themselves.
State Agencies
Delaware Department of Education Projects, Programs, Directory, Press Releases, Statistics and links to other educational websites.
The mission of the Division of Developmental Disabilities Services is to provide services and supports to individuals with mental retardation/developmental disabilities and their families which enable them to make informed choices that lead to an improved quality of life and meaningful participation in their communities.
The Division of Services for Aging and Adults with Physical Disabilities (DSAAPD) recognizes the need among service providers for ongoing, updated information about training, funding, networking, and other issues related to professional and organizational development.
The Division of Social Services is directly responsible for administering these programs: Medicaid, Delaware 's Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) Program, Food Stamps, Subsidized Child Care, General Assistance, Refugee Cash Assistance, the Delaware Healthy Children Program, the Chronic Renal Disease Program and the Delaware Prescription Assistance Program.
The Division of Substance Abuse and Mental Health's (DSAMH) mission is to improve the quality of life for adults having mental illness, alcoholism, drug addiction, or gambling addiction by promoting their health and well-being, fostering their self-sufficiency and protecting those who are at risk.
The Division for the Visually Impaired works in partnerships with Delawareans who are blind and visually impaired.
The Division of Vocational Rehabilitation is the state's public program that helps people with physical and mental disabilities obtain or retain employment.
Support and Services
Captioned Media Program (CMP) provides all persons who are deaf or hard of hearing equal access to communication and learning through the use of captioned educational media and supportive collateral materials.
The National Arts and Disability Center (NADC) is dedicated to promoting the full inclusion of children and adults with disabilities into the visual, performing, media, and literary-arts communities.
National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities promotes the health of babies, children, and adults, and enhances the potential for full, productive living through identifying the causes of birth defects and developmental disabilities.
The National Council on Independent Living advances the independent living philosophy and advocates for the human rights of, and services for, people with disabilities to further their full integration and participation in society.
National Institute of Art & Disabilities (NIAD) provides an art program for people with developmental disabilities that promote creative expression, independence, dignity and community integration.
The National Organization on Disability (NOD) expands the participation and contribution of America 's 54 million men, women and children with disabilities in all aspects of life.
National Service Inclusion Project for information, training, technical assistance, best practices, demonstration projects, and more about people with disabilities in national and community service:
The World Association of Persons with Disabilities (WAPD) advances the interests of persons with disabilities at national, state, local and home levels.
Special Olympics is dedicated to empowering individuals with mental retardation to become physically fit, productive and respected members of society through sports training and competition.
Support Groups
Adoptive Families with Information and Support (AFIS)
Provides support to families during all phases of the adoption process including pre-adoptive information. Call for meeting dates/times.
Statewide - Mary Jo Wolfe, (302) 239-6232 AFIS@delanet.com
NAMI-DE (formerly Alliance for the Mentally Ill in Delaware (AMID)
Offers advocacy, support and housing information for individuals with mental illness and their families. Meetings for support groups are held in all 3 counties. Call for meeting dates/times: Pat McDowell, Director of Support and Outreach Services. Toll free (888) 427-2643 or e-mail pmcdowell@namide.org
Statewide - Rita Marocco, Exec. Dir., (302) 427-0787
Arc of Delaware (Association for the Rights of Citizens with Mental Retardation in DE)
New Castle County - Debbie Nock, NCC Coordinator. Self-Advocacy Group - DE People First. One meeting each month-date/time varies, please call for information. Employment, Housing, Friend-to-Friend. (302) 996-9400.
Kent County - Mary Horn, Ofc. Mgr. (302) 736-6140
Sussex County - Carol Reid Hall, Kent/Sussex Outreach Coordinator (302) 856-6019
Need not be a member to receive services
Architectural Accessibility Board
Reviews all construction plans and documents for state facilities, facilities that receive state funds, and state leased facilities in regard to accessibility issues.
Statewide - (302) 739-5644
Autism Society of Delaware
Support and information for parents of children with Autism/PDD. Meetings held at 7p.m. on the 12th of every month, when the date falls on a Tues, Wed, or Thurs. Location varies. Information available at www.delautism.org/calendar.htm. Two annual meetings in Dover , in conjunction with DAP's Parent Advisory Council.
Statewide - Theda Ellis, Exec. Dir. (302) 472-2638 (or 2639) delautism@delautism.org/www.delautism.org
Brain Injury Association of Delaware
www.biausa.org/Delaware/bia.htm
New Castle County - Meets 3rd Thursday of the month (Jan-Nov) 7:00 p.m., A. I. duPont Hosp. for Children, Wilmington , DE . Margie/John Goodier, Facilitators. (302) 378-3035, (800) 411-0505.
Kent County - Meets 2nd Tuesday of every month 7:00 p.m., Sheraton Hotel, Dover . Becky Bolt, Facilitator (800) 411-0505
Sussex Count y - Meets the 4th Tuesday of the month (Jan-Nov)
CHILD, Inc.
Statewide parent education, home visiting, and counseling. Promotes parental involvement in education. Specialized services for families experiencing divorce/separation or domestic violence.
Statewide - WARMLINE (800) 874-2070 - confidential telephone support service for parents of children birth-18. Provides referrals to community services.
New Castle County - (302) 762-8989
Kent County - (302) 697-2292
Children & Adults with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorders (CHADD) Greater Newark Chapter
All meetings held at Newark United Church of Christ (UCC), Main Street , Newark , DE (old police station). 3rd Wednesday of the month - Newcomers meeting at
New Castle County - Susan Wills 302-737-5063 newarkchadd@yahoo.com, www.chadd.org
Children & Adults with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorders (CHADD) Brandywine Valley Chapter
Meets 2nd Thursday of each month (except August & December) at duPont Hosp. for Children, Rockland Rd.,Wilmington. Newcomers at
New Castle County - (302) 376-0900 brandyw_chadd@yahoo.combrandyw_chadd@yahoo.com
Children & Families First
Statewide private social service agency dedicated to improving the quality of individual, family, and community life through prevention, treatment, education and training services such as: Parenting Plus, Community Education, Special Needs Adoption, Parent & Child ADHD Group, Grandparenting Support Groups.
New Castle County - (302) 658-5177
Kent County - (302) 674-8384
Sussex County - (302) 856-2388
Client Assistance Program (CAP), United Cerebral Palsy, Inc.
Assists persons who are seeking or receiving rehabilitation services with questions and/or problems.
Statewide - Melissa Shahan, Dir. (302) 698-9336, (800) 640-9336 capucp@magpage.com
Delaware Assistive Technology Initiative (DATI)
Statewide, information, resources for Delawareans with disabilities. Supports community through AT demonstrations, equipment loan/exchange program, low-interest loan programs, AT training, and technical assistance. Access DATI through Assistive Technology Resource Centers (ATRCs), which provide hands-on access to latest Ats and information resources. Equipment is also available for no-cost short-term loan.
Statewide - Beth Mineo Mollica, (302) 651-6790, (302) 651-6794 TDD, (302) 651- 6793 (fax), (800) 870-DATI, www.dati.org, e-mail: dati@asel.udel.edu
New Castle County ATRC - Cathy Favuzza, (302) 328-ATRC, (302) 328-2905 (TDD), (302) 328-2796 (fax), newcastle.atrc@dati.org
Kent County ATRC - Alma Cordero, (302) 739-6885, (302) 739-6886 (TDD), (302) 739-6887 (fax), kent.atrc@dati.org
Sussex County ATRC - Sandy Walls, (302) 856-7946, (302) 856-6714 (voice or TDD), (302) 856-6990 (fax), sussex.atrc@dati.org
Delaware Assistive Technology Resource Center
Provides hands on access to the latest assistive technology and information resources. Equipment is available for short-term loan.
New Castle County - Cathy Favuzza at 302-328-2872 or 302-328-2905 (TDD). E-mail: newcastle.atrc@dati.org
Kent County - Alma Cordero at 302-739-6885 or 302-739-6886 (TDD). E-mail: kent.atrc@dati.org
Sussex County - Sandy Walls at 302-856-7946 or 302-856-6714 (TDD) E-mail: sussex.atrc@dati.org
Delaware Association for the Blind
Provides services that improve the life for individuals who are blind or visually impaired.
Statewide - (302) 655-2111
Delaware Chapter of the American Society for Deaf Children
Affiliate of national organization. Goal is to distribute information, provide educational & emotional support.
New Castle County - Joanne Koston (302) 731-4879 Voice & TTY
Delaware Federation of Families for Children's Mental Health
Provides and sustains support, advocacy and education to families with children and adolescents who have mental health needs, including emotional, behavioral and learning challenges.
(866) 994-0000 DelawareFFCMH@aol.com
Delaware Learning Resource System
Educational materials for borrowing. Materials include all subjects and levels birth through adult - includes books, games, toys, videos, manipulatives, cassettes, software, etc.
New Castle County - (302) 831-8148
Kent County - (302) 857-1730 or 1731
Sussex County - (302) 855-1649
Delaware Parents Association, Inc.
A network for the education, support and empowerment of families. Offers a workshop series which focuses on racial and ethnic relations.
Statewide - (302) 678-9288
Delaware Special Olympics
Sports training for eligible participants in athletic pursuits; organized competitions.
Statewide - Ann Grunert, Exec. Dir. (302) 831-4653
Delaware State Parent Advisory Council (DSPAC)
Works with families to enhance educational opportunities of educationally disadvantaged students and their parents.
Statewide - Bill Weiss (302) 325-1756
Delawareans with Special Needs, Medicaid Managed Care Panel
A parent run group which meets monthly to address health issues and services for our children.
Statewide - Gail Launay (302) 226-5232
Developmental Disabilities Council
To assure that individuals with developmental disabilities receive services, supports, and other assistance and opportunities that promote independence, productivity and inclusion in the community. Meets the second Wednesday of every month. In 2004, meetings are on Jan. 14, March 10, May 12, July 14, Sept. 8, Nov.10. Meetings open to the public.
Statewide - Pat Maichle, Exec. Dir. (302) 739-3333 TDD
Disabilities Law Program
Provides free legal assistance to individuals with disabilities in civil law.
New Castle County - Brian Hartman (302) 575-0660, (800) 292-7980
Kent County - Lexie McFassel (302) 674-8503, (800) 464-4357
Sussex County - Patricia Shipe (302) 856-0038
Down Syndrome Association of Delaware, Inc.
Support & information for families of a person with Down Syndrome. Call for information on meeting locations, dates and times.
Statewide - Steven Cleary (302) 995-1004 www.DSADelaware.com
Early Intervention Program (DMR)
Offers developmental testing and care management. Is a member of the Child Development Watch Team. New referrals into program go through Child Development Watch at 995-8517 (NCCo) and 422-1335 ( Kent and Sussex ). Population is limited to birth through 3 years.
Statewide - Nancy Colley, Director (302) 995-8576, nancy.colley@ state.de.us
Easter Seals Society of Del-Mar
Medical rehabilitation, independent living services, camping & recreation opportunities, vocational and educational services etc..
New Castle County - Sandra Tuttle, President (302) 324-4444
Kent County - Gary Cassedy, Director (302) 678-3353
Sussex Count y - Ford Waggoner, Director (302) 856-7364
Educational Surrogate Parent Program
Recruits, trains, and supports volunteers who represent children in state custody who receive special education services.
Statewide - (302) 255-1740
Epilepsy Foundation of Delaware
Educates and supports individuals with epilepsy and their families. Support groups are available. EFD increases awareness of epilepsy in the general community and facilitates prevention and management of epilepsy. Also provides educational programs for schools, workplaces and community groups to increase awareness of epilepsy.
Statewide - Barbara H. Blair, RN, Exec. Dir. (302) 999-9313, (302) 999-9763 (fax), (800) 422-3653. Call for monthly meeting info. efd@efde.org, epilepsyfoundation.org/delaware
Family Forum
For families of children with developmental delays and disabilities-birth to five years.
New Castle County - Kellie McKeefery (302) 995-8617 kellie.mckeefery@state.de.us
Kent & Sussex County - Sandy Ward (302) 422-1335 sandy.ward@state.de.us
Family Voices, DE Chapter
Advocacy, information and support for families of medically dependent children.
Statewide - Beth MacDonald, Coordinator (302) 697-1976 bmacdonfv@juno.com
FamQuest, Inc.
Personal development, training and coaching firm offering various programs for families and youth. Parents as Leaders (PALS) Program: Parenting program designed to assist parents in raising responsible and purposeful children. Topics include: What every child wants to know; attitude of a champion; your best discovery yet; keys to unlocking your child's potential.
New Castle County - (302) 328-3690 www.famquest.com
Food Allergy Support Team of Delaware (FAST)
Support group meets 1st Wednesday of each month at A. I. duPont Hospital for Children, Wilmington .
New Castle County - Rebecca Coughenhour (610) 255-3776, Lisa Grunbine (610) 399-4129
Governor's Advisory Council for Exceptional Citizens
Provides advocacy for people with disabilities.
Statewide - Wendy Strauss, Admin. (302) 739-4553
Governors Council on Deaf and Hard of Hearing Equality
Provides advocacy & information to members of the deaf community & their families.
Statewide - Kyle Hodges (302) 739-3613, (302) 739-3699 (TTY) kyle.hodges@state.de.us
Independent Resources, Inc.
Resource center for individuals with disabilities and the communities in which they reside.
New Castle County - Larry Henderson, Exec. Dir. (302) 765-0191, (302) 765-0194 TTY, Lhenderson@IndependentResources.org
Kent County - (302) 735-4599
Sussex County - (302) 854-9330
Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
Offers free educational materials - Leukemia, Hodgkin's Disease, Multiple Myeloma, Lymphoma. Patient Aid Financial Program.
Statewide - Sharon Schuh (302) 661-7300, (800) 220-1617, www.de.leukemia-lymphoma.org, schuhs@de.leukemia-lymphoma.org
March of Dimes Birth Defects Foundation
Offers programs, educational services, research, advocacy for the prevention of birth defects and the improvement of maternal and infant health.
Statewide - Cathy Kanefsky, Exec. Dir. (302) 225-1020, www.modimes.org
Mental Health Association of Delaware
Offers support, advocacy, and information. Call for information about support group meeting dates/times.
Statewide - Jim Lafferty, Exec. Dir. (302) 654-6833, (800) 287-6423
National Multiple Sclerosis Society
Offers information and lending library, assists in service referrals. Statewide organization, call main office for details.
Statewide - Kate Cowperthwait (302) 655-5610 kate.cowperthwait@ded.nmss.org / www.msdelaware.org
New Directions Delaware, Inc.
Support group for people with depression or manic depression and their families and friends. Call for meeting dates and times.
Statewide - (302) 286-1161, (610) 265-1594 newdirectionsdelaware@yahoo.com / www.newdirectionsdelaware.org
Nurses 'N' Kids at Home
Provides "Prescribed Pediatric Extended Care" to medically/technologically dependent children; prescription from primary physician required. Statewide services available.
New Castle County - (302) 323-1436
Kent & Sussex County - (302) 424-4467
Parents as Teachers
Statewide parenting program for families raising their first child. Parents receive visit from parent educator. Serves families from pregnancy through third birthday.
New Castle County - (302) 454-5955
Kent County - Carmen Gallagher (302) 697-4545
Sussex County - (302) 856-5239
Prader-Willi Syndrome Delaware Association
Provides information and support to families, teachers, caregivers, and physicians. Meetings held monthly at varied locations and times. Call for details.
Statewide - Karen Swanson, RNC (302) 378-7385
Reading Assist Institute
Support for parents of children with reading difficulties; lending library -Suite 910 in Community Services Building. Volunteer tutoring teams in local schools. Tutor Service Program available upon request. Teacher training center for research-based multi-sensory structured language instruction.
Statewide - (302) 425-4080 judy@readingassist.org, www.readingassist.org
Self Help for Hard of Hearing People of Delaware (SHHH)
Inform, education, support, and advocate for the needs of people with hearing loss. Wilmington chapter meets 2nd Monday of every month at 7 p.m. at Immanuel Church Highlands, SHHH office, 2400 W. 17th St. , Wilmington . Kent/Sussex Chapter meets 1st Tuesday of every month at 6:30 p.m. at Bayhealth/Kent General Hospital in the Cafeteria Conference Room, Dover .
New Castle County - (302) 292-3066, shhhdel@comcast.net
Kent/Sussex - Betty Martin, Pres. (302) 739-4494, betty.martin@state.de.us
Special Education Partnership for Amicable Resolution of Conflict (SPARC)
Neutral mediators and facilitators from the University of Delaware are available, free of charge, to facilitate difficult IEP meetings or mediate special education disputes between family and school.
Statewide - Kathy Wian/Fran Fletcher (302) 831-8151, (302) 831-8158 kwian@udel.edu, www.ipa.udel. edu/crp
Special Needs Program (formerly: Exceptional Family Member Program, Family Support Center )
Assists military members who have family members requiring exceptional medical or special educational services. A mandatory enrollment/identification program for active duty personnel who have family members with exceptional medical, psychological, developmental, or educational needs. Program assists in assigning an active duty member to an area where his/her exceptional family member's special needs can be met.
Statewide - Dover AFB Family Advocacy Office (302) 677-2711 mary.simon@dover.af.mil
Office Location - 263 Chadd Street Tuskegee Blvd., Dover, DE 19902
Mailing Address - 436 MDOS/SGOHF, 300 Tuskegee Blvd, Dover AFB DE 19902-5300
State Council for Persons with Disabilities
Provides advocacy for and reviews issues related to disability.
Statewide - Kyle Hodges, Admin. (302) 739-3613
Supported Employment Program, Division of Vocational Rehabilitation
Provides services related to supported employment such as job coaching, training and follow-up services.
Statewide - Mike McGarrity (302) 761-8275
Tourette Syndrome Support Group
Meetings held 3rd Wednesday monthly, 7:00 p.m., starting in Sept., Aldersgate United Methodist Church, 2313 Concord Pk., (Rt. 202) Room 132, Wilmington.
New Castle County - Jean Deerlove (610) 274-2321, Joy D'Avanzo (302) 999-1916
United Cerebral Palsy of DE
Offers support, advocacy, and referrals for children with Cerebral Palsy and other disabilities; operates a summer camp and client assistance program.
New Castle County - Bill McCool, Exec. Dir. (302) 764-2400
Kent & Sussex Counties - Carma Carpenter (302) 335-5626
University of DE Center for Disabilities Studies
University affiliated whose mission is to enable people with disabilities to achieve their personal goals.
Statewide - Michael Gamel-McCormick, Director (302) 831-6974, www.udel.edu/cds
University of Delaware Links
The Academic Enrichment Center (AEC), a unit of the Office of Undergraduate Studies, assists the University of Delaware with the retention of students through its collection of academic support programs, services and activities. In many cases, the AEC coordinates its efforts with other University offices to insure a comprehensive set of services.
The University ADA office is committed to the principle that no qualified person shall, on the basis of disability, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination with regard to the programs, activities, or services provided by the University.
The Minor in Disabilities Studies offers courses taught by an interdisciplinary team of University of Delaware faculty associated with the Center for Disabilities Studies.
The Morris Library is equipped with up to date accessibility and assistive technologies for students with disabilities.
Services for Students with Disabilities provide equal educational opportunities for students while encouraging full participation in University programs.
Center for Disabilities Studies University Education Resources
Minor in Disabilities Studies is a unique opportunity for undergraduate students to pursue an understanding of the needs and challenges of individuals with disabilities and to relate these issues to the student's major field of study
Search All Resources:
Copyright © 2008 University of Delaware Center for Disabilities Studies