Info Center

BabyJogger.com

(Multi-purpose stroller for outdoor/indoor use which can accommodate an infant to an adult.

Boulevard, The

Online resource directory of disability products and services for the disabled, elderly, caregiver and healthcare professional.

Braille Institute

Non-profit organization whose mission is to eliminate blindness and severe sight loss as a barrier to the fulfillment of life.

Braille Institute Library Services

741 North Vermont Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90029, Tel: (800) 808-2555, (323) 660-3880 Ex 1227 Darlene Lock; Fax:(323) 662-2440

BrainandSpinalCord.org 

Our mission is to be the most reliable, timely and complete resource on the internet for brain injury and spinal cord injury survivors. These injuries can be devastating, causing physical and emotional distress, as well as loss of wages. 

BraveKids.org

Dedicated to helping children with chronic, life-threatening illnesses and disabilities.

California Coalition for Community Mediation

Agency mission is “to promote the rights of people with disabilities and the public interest in and awareness of those rights by providing legal and related services.”

TEL: (213) 736-1031

TTY: (213) 736-8310

FAX: (213) 736-1428

E-mail: wlcdr@lls.edu

California Department of Public Social Services (DPSS)

California Department of Rehabilitation – Client Assistance Program (CAP)

If you having problems with your case, CAP is designed to help you understand your rights and responsibilities and assist you in presenting your concerns to the Department Of Rehabilitation.

California Disability Alliance (CDA)

CDA is a statewide, grassroots organization consisting of persons with disabilities and their supporters which promote the health, independence and full community inclusion of persons with disabilities.

California Foundation for Independent Living (CFILC)

CFILC’s mission is to create positive change by networking and providing support and resources to members in order to promote the Independent Living philosophy through unified action.

California Pools of Hope

6801 Long Beach Blvd., Long Beach, CA

(310) 537-2224

Offering free aquatic rehabilitation for people with disabilities and senior citizens.

California for Disability Rights (CDR)

Long Beach Chapter of CDR which works toward bringing the disabled into the mainstream of life by eliminating prejudice, discrimination, and barriers.

Career Transition Center

3447 Atlantic Ave., Long Beach, CA 90807

(562) 570-3700

Job listings, resume workshops, computer training, phones and fax machines available to contact employers, internet access.

Center for the Partially Sighted, The

Helps visually impaired people of all ages enhance remaining sight in order to function independently. This is the exclusive mission of The Center for the Partially Sighted, a non-profit agency.

12301 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 600

Los Angeles, CA 90025

Phone: 310-458-3501 • Fax: 310-458-8179

South Bay Satellite

3537 Torrance Boulevard, Suite 18

Torrance, CA 90503

Cerebral Palsy Guide

Cerebral palsy (commonly referred to as CP) is a group of disorders that affects normal movement in different parts of the body and has many degrees of severity. CP a very common pediatric condition.

Center for Universal Design, The

A national research, information, and technical assistance center that evaluates develops, and promotes universal design in housing, public and commercial facilities, and related products.

Child Protective Services

Anonymously report child abuse or suspected child abuse

(800) 540-4000

Children with Special Needs

Online magazine for parents and caregivers of children with special needs.

Citizen’s Advisory Commission on Disabilities(CACOD)

CACOD’s purpose is to advise the Mayor and City Council of Long Beach on the concerns and issues affecting people with disabilities in the community.

College Student’s Guide to Avoiding Drug and Alcohol Abuse

A staggering 38% of full-time, 18-22 year-old college students admitted to binge drinking in the previous month, reported the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism. And having found the great content on your page ( https://drcinc.org/glossary.html ), I knew this would concern you as much as it does me… so I’m reaching out to share two expert guides created by my team which help students understand the signs and dangers of substance abuse, and how to deal with peer pressure, particularly around drugs and alcohol.

College guide Intelligent.com 

Resource for deaf and hard-of-hearing students

https://www.intelligent.com/deaf-and-hard-of-hearing-student-online-college-guide/ 
If you have any questions Jaime McMillan Higher Education Advisor

Consortium for Citizens with Disabilities

A coalition of approximately 100 national disability organizations working together to advocate for national public policy that ensures the self determination, independence, empowerment, integration and inclusion of children and adults with disabilities in all aspects of society.

College Student’s Guide to Avoiding Drug and Alcohol Abuse

Concussions in Youth 

cordiscosaile.com/concussions-in-youth/

Brain injuries like concussions can be caused by a variety of things like sports, falls, and accidents to name a few, and can happen to a child of any age. Because it is something all parents should be equipped to handle and know as much as possible about, we wanted to make a comprehensive guide about the risks of concussions in children, how they can occur, what is the recovery and treatment process, and more. Check it out:

A guide to help determine if you have a concussion: cordiscosaile.com/concussion-quiz/

Deaf and Disabled Telecommunications Programs (DDTP)

Under the DDTP, the California Telephone Access Program (CTAP) distributes telecommunications equipment and services for individuals certified as having functional limitations of hearing, vision, mobility, speech and/or interpretation of information.

(800) 806-1191 (voice)

(800) 806-4474 (TTY)

(800) 889-3974 (Fax)

Deaf.com

Links to deaf and hard-of-hearing related websites.

Dealing with Peer Pressure in School

Advice & Resources to Overcome Peer Pressure While Pursuing an Education.

Department of Rehabilitation, CA

The California Department of Rehabilitation (DOR) works in partnership with consumers and other stakeholders to provide services and advocacy resulting in employment, independent living, and equality for individuals with disabilities.

Long Beach Office
4300 Long Beach Blvd, Ste. 200
Long Beach, CA 90807
(562) 422-8325

Disabled Dealer

Company mission is to bring people with disabilities and the elderly complete access to new and pre-owned adaptive equipment, services, resources, and events throughout the nation.

Disability Resources Directory

Online resource directory of resources, products and services for the Disabled community.

Disability Rights of California

CDR is the oldest and largest membership organization of persons with disabilities in California.

Disabled Student Services Program, Long Beach City College

Provides many support services that enable students with disability-related limitations to participate in the college’s programs and activities.

4901 East Carson Street

Long Beach, CA 90808

(562) 938-4558 (voice)

Disability and Business Technical Assistance Centers (DBTAC)

for information, materials, technical assistance, or training on the ADA. This number will automatically route your call to the DBTAC in your region.

Online resource directory of disability products and services for the disabled, elderly, caregiver and healthcare professional.

Disability Rights Movement Exhibition

Visit the Virtual Exhibition from the Smithsonian National Museum of American History.

Disaster Preparedness For Seniors By Seniors

Disaster Preparedness Website Links

SCE

Understanding Backup Generation

The Power of Being Prepared

Home Ventilator User’s Emergency Preparation Checklist

Emergency Planning

Alert Long Beach App

Disaster Recovery: Getting the Most from Your Homeowners Insurance

Unfortunately, many homeowners do not have adequate coverage to help after a serious disaster. Those that do do not know how to get the most out of their coverage. While insurance companies do seek to help their customers, they are ultimately businesses and are working to make a profit. Also, after a disaster insurance companies are often overwhelmed by the sheer number of claims they face, which can lead to delays or denials. Homeowners need to know what they can do to ensure they are getting the most out of their insurance policies in the days following a disaster.

Disaster Safety for People with Disabilities: What to Do When Emergency Weather Strikes

DREDF ADA Hotline

is funded by the Department of Justice to provide technical assistance on the ADA. ADA questions and publications

(800) 466-4232 (voice/TTY)

EarnWorks

 Employer Assistance and Resource Network on Disability Inclusion (EARN) and the description to: “Free Federal Government resource that educates employers on the value of hiring, retaining and advancing people with disabilities.”

 Please direct general EARN inquiries to:  askearn@cornell.edu
The Viscardi Center
201 I.U. Willets Road
Albertson, NY 11507

Equal Employment Opportunity Commission

offers technical assistance on the ADA provisions applying to employment; also provides information on how to file ADA complaints.

Employment – questions

(800) 669-4000 (voice)

(800) 669-6820 (TTY)

Employment – publications

(800) 669-3362 (voice)

(800) 800-3302 (TTY)

Employment Opportunities for Individuals with Disabilities

Some employers, workplaces and co-workers may have limited experience with people who have disabilities. However, there are protections in place through the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and organizations that are dedicated to furthering the rights of people with disabilities. Every employee should feel empowered to seek out help from these professionals when a workplace environment is not accepting or accommodating someone with a disability as well as they could.

Fair Housing Act

for questions or publications call Department of Housing and Urban Development:

Fair Housing Accessibility Questions

(202) 708-2333 (voice)

(202) 401-1247 (TTY)

Fair Housing Publications

(800) 767-7468 (voice)

Family Home Plans

Locations throughout the U.S. Daily, Weekly, Monthly call our toll-free number Wheeler National Information Center.

1-800-456-1371

Federal Communications Commission

offers technical assistance on ADA telephone relay service (TRS) requirements.

TRS publications and questions

(888) 225-5322 (voice)

(888) 835-5322 (TTY)

Federation for Children with Special Needs

The Federation is a center for parents and parent organizations to work together on behalf of children with special needs and their families.

Waisman Center

A global community of disability-related resources.

Family Communication Plan for Parents

Goodwill Industries of Southern California

The mission of Goodwill Industries of Southern California is to enhance the quality of the lives of people who have disabilities and other vocational disadvantages by assisting them to become productive and self-sufficient through education, training and job opportunities.

Goodwill Long Beach and South Bay

Goodwill is a community resource, providing skill development and work opportunities, to help people feel whole through the power of work.

800 West Pacific Coast Highway

Long Beach, CA 90806

E-Mail: info@goodwill-lbsb.org

TEL: (562) 435-3411

TTY: (562) 590-8588

FAX: (562) 495-1447

Grants for Home Modification: 16 Resources for Homeowners with Disabilities

This guide provides information on available grants to help improve your quality of life. The cost to remodel for a disability modification averages about $4,350, but can be much more, depending on the type of work you need to be done. If you aren’t sure exactly where to start, a home safety assessment and disability planner near you can help.

Guide to Medicare for People with Disabilities

Individuals under 65 with certain disabilities may qualify for Medicare. If you have end-stage renal disease (ESRD), you are eligible for Medicare at any age. You’re automatically enrolled in Medicare if you have amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and receive disability benefits, or if you have received disability benefits for at least two years.

Hawaiian Gardens City Hall

Health Consumer Alliance

HCA is a partnership of consumer assistance programs operated by community-based legal services organizations. Our common mission is to help low-income people obtain essential health care.

Healthfinder®

a free online guide to reliable consumer health and human services information, developed by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

Healthfinder®

contiene fuentes de información seleccionadas en español que le pueden servir de guía para tomar decisiones con relación a su salud.

Healthy Home

Health is one of the biggest issues of the modern age. With many issues occurring from individuals that don’t really focus on health but rather the process of making money, the healthy home concept has slowly died down. However, people are slowly gravitating back towards making the health of their home and reducing disease probabilities.

How to Rebuild Credit

Whether you’re looking to build credit for the first time or rebuilding credit after a few money missteps, you’re probably facing a common conundrum: you need credit to have a credit score, but you need a good credit score to get approved for loans and credit cards.

Idealist

A community of volunteering and nonprofit resources on the internet, with information provided by 20,000 nonprofit organizations in 150 countries.

In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)

The IHSS Program can help you pay for in-home services such as cleaning, cooking, laundry, shopping and personal care. These services enable eligible persons to remain at home and prevent out-of-home placement.

(888) 944-IHSS (LA County only)

or (888) 944-4477 (LA County only)

(213) 744-4477

Independent Living Research Utilization (ILRU)

The ILRU program is a national center for information, training, research, and technical assistance in independent living.

Internal Revenue Service

provides information about tax code provisions including tax credits (section 44) and deductions (section 190) that can assist businesses in complying with the ADA.

Tax code – information

(800) 829-1040 (voice)

(800) 829-4059 (TTY)

Tax code – legal questions

(202) 622-3110 (voice)

Internet Resources for Special Children

The IRSC web site is dedicated to communicating information relating to the needs of children with disabilities on a global basis.

JFS Care (Jewish Family Services) – Home Care Experts

The professional team of home care experts at JFS Care provides personalized home care plans, care management, housekeeping, transportation and many other services for seniors

4601 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 120  Los Angeles, CA 90010

(213) 383-2273  |  (855) 455-2273 Toll Free                    www.jfscare.org

Job Accommodation Network (JAN)

not a job placement service, but an international toll-free consulting service that provides information about job accommodations and the employability of people with disabilities. JAN also provides information regarding the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

(800) 526-7234 (voice/TTY)

Healthcare Careers 

LD Online

The interactive guide to learning disabilities for parents, teachers, and children.

Lakewood City Hall

5050 N. Clark Ave., Lakewood, CA 90712

(562) 866-9771

Learning Center 

Cater to seniors with a Mobility issue    1(800) 674-8395

Learn How to Become: Employment Opportunities for Individuals with Disabilities

A disability, whether physical or mental, should not limit anyone’s career aspirations or job prospects; finding success and satisfaction at work is ultimately about identifying a student’s interests and where their strongest attributes and skills lie. Read on to learn about navigating the path to employment as a person with a disability, and find how to evaluate an employer’s standards of accessibility, accommodation, and acceptance in order to find the right career fit.

Long Beach City College – Disabled Student Services Program

Provides many support services that enable students with disability-related limitations to participate in the college’s programs and activities.

4901 East Carson Street

Long Beach, CA 90808

(562) 938-4558 (voice)

Long Beach City Hall

333 W. Ocean Blvd., Long Beach, CA 90802

(562) 570-6555

Long Beach Coalition for the Homeless

The Coalition has been instrumental in addressing homeless in Long Beach through four main approaches.

Long Beach Transit (main office)

1963 E. Anaheim Street, Long Beach, CA

(562) 591-2301

Los Angeles County Department of Public Social Services (DPSS)

Information on various public services including: temporary financial assistance programs; employment programs for low-income residents; free and low-cost health care programs; other special programs and services.

To contact DPSS, click here.

MEDICARE IN CALIFORNIA
If you retire when you’re 65 and lose your employer-sponsored health plan, you have affordable insurance coverage options through Medicare. This federal program provides basic coverage for hospital and medical care for seniors and younger people with qualifying medical conditions. There are nearly 3.5 million Californians enrolled in Medicare. Most people don’t pay a monthly premium for the Part A hospital coverage, but if neither you nor your spouse paid Medicare taxes for a certain number of years, your monthly premium could be up to $471. Your monthly premium for Part B medical coverage is around $149 unless you qualify for income-based financial assistance. Along with Original Medicare, there are approximately 58 Medicare Advantage Plans available in California. Keep reading to learn more about Medicare in California.

Medicare Under 65
Medicare for people Under 65. Your Resource for information on eligibility requirements, disabilities, and Medicare plans for the under 65 population.

The Mesothelioma Center

Since seniors make up around 80% of those diagnosed with mesothelioma and it takes anywhere from 20-50 years after exposure to occur, here is a great guide for mesothelioma as well as where members of the community will be able to find at-no-cost services such as monthly online support group sessions where we discuss a variety of topics pertaining to cancer patients, on-staff doctors and nurses available to answer any medical-related questions, and patient advocates who work one-on-one with individuals to help them find local doctors, treatment centers, and support groups:

Asbestos senior cancer guide

Asbestos treatment centers

Asbestos mesothelioma staging

Metro

Safe, clean, reliable, on-time, courteous service dedicated to providing Los Angeles County with a world-class transportation system

Million Mile Secrets

How to Make Flying with Physical Disabilities Less Stressful: A Fully Accessible Guide

Many airports and airlines have specific policies and procedures to improve accessibility and assist those who are traveling with a physical disability.  So, if you combine their services with the perks from one of the best airline credit cards, you’ll be able to make your journey much more comfortable! Many of these cards have perks like airport lounge access and priority boarding which can make your flying experience much less stressful and more accessible.

NATADS Public: Home Page

Assistive Technology Portal Device Loan The purpose of the device loan program is to let potential AT user’s try out devices prior to purchase, have access to a backup system when their device is in for repairs, and/or have access to a device while waiting for their device to be delivered.

National Center on Physical Activity and Disability

Encourages people with disabilities to keep physically active and hosts interactive discussion groups on fitness-related issues.

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

The federal government agency with the authority to regulate the manufacture of automotive adaptive equipment and modified vehicles used by persons with disabilities.

National Parent Network on Disabilities, The

Their mission is to provide a presence and national voice for ALL families of children, youth, and adults with disabilities.

Organ Donation Saves Lives – Know Your Options

Organ donation saves lives. When people donate their organs and tissues for transplant, they can save or improve someone else’s life.

One-Stop Career Center

use this search feature to locate the nearest One-Stop Career Center to you.

Palms to Pines Parasports

The purpose of Palms to Pines Parasports is to create a more inclusive society by providing competitive and recreational opportunities focusing on people with physical disabilities, simultaneously working with athletes with other disabilities while instilling a lifelong passion for wellness, helping everybody realize their full potential. We are a regional organization, incorporated in California in June 2020, accomplishing our mission through collaborations between public, private, non-profit organizations, and individuals. Our organization was established due to the lack of consistent sports opportunities and improved quality of life for persons with physical disabilities throughout Riverside County and other Southern California communities. We go to extraordinary lengths to identify potential and current athletes to meet them where they are in their life journey. This means engaging with athletes and their families on the playing field, in rehab facilities, hospitals, their homes, and/or any other location that is comfortable. Serving Riverside Co. CA

PPPmikeR@palmstopinesparasports.org

Personal Assistance Services Council (PASC) of Los Angeles County

committed to improving the IHSS program and enhancing the quality of life for all people who receive and provide In-Home Services.

(877) 565-4477 (voice)

(818) 206-7015 (TTY)

Pacific Disability and Business Technical Assistance Center (DBTAC)

provides information, problem-solving assistance, and referrals for implementing the ADA. It serves Arizona, California, Hawaii, Nevada, and the Pacific Basin.

To find the DBTAC in your area, click here.

(800) 949-4232 (voice/TTY)

Parents Helping Parents

Helping children with special needs receive the resources, love, hope, respect, health care, education, and other services they need to achieve their full potential by providing them with strong families and dedicated professionals to serve them.

Picking up the pieces after a disaster

Dealing with the aftermath of a wildfire, flood, tornado, or other disaster is never easy, but taking stock and developing a recovery plan can give you a sense of hope and purpose. Here are a few tips and links to resources to help make the task less burdensome.

Persons With Disabilities Discounts Guide: The Ultimate List of Stores & Services

Power Hockey

Don’t think using that electric wheelchair should stop you from playing the greatest sport on earth.

Project ACTION

is funded by the Department of Transportation to provide ADA information and publications on making transportation accessible.

Transportation information and publications

(800) 659-6428 (voice)

(202) 347-3066 (voice)

(202) 347-7385 (TTY)

Project Air

Acceptance ~ Interaction ~ Respect

Project AIR is a 501(c)(3) foundation, which focuses on the elements of Acceptance, Interaction, and Respect for individuals with more severe disabilities and speech impairments, who are not always seen or treated as competent members of society. Whether it is due to a lack of knowledge about disabilities or a refusal to accept differences, individuals with such disabilities deserve to be treated like everyone else.

1410 Simmons Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90022
(323) 691-3991

Rebuilding After a Disaster: Do You Stay or Leave?

The unfortunate truth is that disasters happen. Even those who prepare for natural disasters, such as hurricanes or wildfires, may still suffer catastrophic losses. When these types of emergencies devastate homes and towns, individuals and families find themselves required to make several big decisions in a short amount of time, including whether they’ll stay or leave.

Retire Guide on Medicare

What Is Medicare?

Medicare is the federal government’s health insurance program that primarily covers people 65 and older and certain younger people with disabilities or kidney failure. Original Medicare does not cover all medical costs. Medicare Advantage plans stand in the place of Original Medicare or you may opt to stay with Original Medicare and purchase a Medicare supplement policy.

Salvaging Possession and Valuables After Disaster

This guide primarily covers ways to address the damage done by natural disasters that involve water and flooding, or fire and smoke. It is important to note that these types of disasters can happen anywhere and anytime. Even if you don’t live in a floodplain, a pipe can burst in your home and cause extensive water damage and fire can destroy any home. No matter where you live, your address does not negate these possibilities.

S.E.E.D. Institute, The

Agency mission is to help entrepreneurs with disabilities become self-sufficient through self-employment.

Can not transfer

Official web site.

Speech to Speech News

Online publication for people with speech disabilities, their families, the academic and professional community who serves them, as well as the general public.

Senior homes

To provide seniors and their loved ones with a more in-depth understanding of this community, we’ve developed an extensive guide that thoroughly explores the Active Adult Community.

Senior-storage

We recently created a guide on everything Seniors need to know about storage facilities for aging adults.

Su Casa

Provides accessible shelter and supportive services to women and children who are victims of domestic violence and child abuse.

Tarzana Treatment Centers

Tarzana Treatment Centers, Inc. is dedicated to providing professional health care that treats each person with compassion and according to their assessed individual needs for improved physical and mental wellbeing. We provide whole-person healthcare through our integrated programs of primary medical and behavioral healthcare including inpatient medical detoxification and psychiatric stabilization, residential and outpatient substance use disorder treatment, outpatient mental health, and residential rehab for teens / youth and adults, primary care clinics, and HIV/AIDS services including specialty medical care.

Call Anytime (888) 777-8565

Tetra Society

The purpose of Tetra is to recruit skilled volunteer engineers and technicians to create assistive devices for people with disabilities.

Los Angeles Chapter of the Tetra Society of North America

1(877) 877-688-8762 (voice)

TechSoup Global

A nonprofit organization whose mission is to provide technology resources to nonprofits and schools serving low-income communities.

Travelling Abroad with a Disability

In today’s world, travel isn’t restrictive. Regardless of whether you’re fit and health, have a physical impairment, learning disability, or any other condition, there should be no excuse to avoid travelling. You’ll be able to visit even the most exotic of destinations to experience what our planet has to offer.

TRIPSinc Special Adventures

Trips Inc. is a Regional Center Vendor.

Call us toll free 1-800-686-1013

UCLA’s Disabilities and Computing Program

The mission of UCLA’s Disabilities and Computing Program at Academic Technology Services is two-fold. The first goal is to facilitate the integration of adaptive computing technology into the areas of instruction, study, research, and employment at UCLA. The second goal is to make information – including printed text, electronic text, and multimedia – accessible to all students, faculty and staff.

United States Access Board (or Architectural and Transportation Barriers Compliance Board)

Offers technical assistance on the ADA Accessibility Guidelines.

Publications and questions

(800) 872-2253 (voice)

(800) 993-2822 (TTY)

United Way of Greater LA

The largest private funder of health and human services in Los Angeles County.

Veterans Guide

If you’re a veteran who qualifies for a 100 percent VA disability rating, understanding and accessing your benefits may feel overwhelming. However, it’s important to know what you’re entitled to receive. Your benefits can provide financial and medical assistance and other benefits to improve your quality of life. Veteran’s Guide can help you learn more about your benefits and how to access them:

https://veteransguide.org/va-disability/ratings/100-percent/  

Vision Center

We specialize in offering reliable, science-backed information about vision health. We’ve recently rolled out an extensive guide that delves into the Facts, Statistics, and Myths surrounding Blindness:

https://www.visioncenter.org/resources/blindness-facts.

Vision Healthcare 

We have created a comprehensive guide to free and low-cost eye care services in LA. We understand that access to affordable healthcare can be a significant challenge for low-income families, and we wanted to do our part to help alleviate that burden.

Wheelchair Accessible Home Clearinghouse

Nonprofit organization which publishes ONLY houses that are wheelchair accessible. Provides links to other disability related resources.

Wheeling Cals Coast – A Wheelchair Rider’s Guide to the California Coast

Exploring California’s spectacular 1,100-mile-long coast can be a challenge for people who need a fairly level and firm path of travel—be they wheelchair riders, parents pushing strollers, or people who use canes or walkers. This guide provides information on accessible parks, trails, historical sites, and other points of interest on the California Coast.

World Institute on Disability

WID is a nonprofit, international public-policy center dedicated to carrying out cutting edge research on disability issues and overcoming obstacles to independent living.