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Blogs and Websites About Disabilities Issues

"I have not been handicapped by my condition. I am physically challenged and differently able."  ≈ Janet Barnes

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  • 50+ Web Sites Intended to be Accessible to People with Cognitive Disabilities
    An index of Web sites intending to be accessible to people with cognitive disabilities.
  • A Different Light
    Fiction, nonfiction, essays and poetry about disability.
  • Center for Disabilities Resources Library Blog (CDR)
    The CDR Library is a library of materials concerned with a variety of disabilities that are loaned to individuals and families nationwide.
  • Disability History Museum
    Mission is to foster a deeper understanding about how changing cultural values, notions of identity, laws and policies have shaped and influenced the experience of people with disabilities, their families and their communities over time. 
  • Disability is Natural
    The mission of Disability is Natural is to encourage new ways of thinking about developmental disabilities, in the belief that our attitudes drive our actions, and changes in our attitudes and actions can help create a society where all children and adults with developmental disabilities have opportunities to live the lives of their dreams, included in all areas of life.
  • Disability Law Blog (Samuel Bagenstos)
    Periodic updates on developments in disability law and related fields from a professor of law at the University of Michigan.
  • Disaboom
    Lifestyle articles, blogs, forums, and health information provide shared knowledge about SCI, cerebral palsy, fibromyalgia, multiple sclerosis, and other disabilities. Whether you’re an amputee, caregiver, disabled veteran, or interested in exploring adaptive sports, accessible travel, or any other disability-related topic, welcome!
  • Family Cafe
    The Family Café exists to provide individuals with disabilities and their families with an opportunity for collaboration, advocacy, friendship and empowerment by serving as a facilitator of communication, a space for dialogue and a source of information.
  • Flame – the Band
    A group from upstate New York made up of 11 people with developmental/physical disabilities, including autism, Down’s syndrome, mental retardation and blindness, is capturing the world’s attention but their message remains the same. The band wants to change the world through music. They are a phenomenon that inspires people and changes the way the general public view people with disabilities. Also see "Flame in People Magazine" in October 2010 issue.
  • GaryPresley.com
    An interesting blog with information on disability issues.
  • Invisible Disabilities Association Support Community
    People often ask us to define invisible disability. To define invisible disability in simple terms is a physical, mental or neurological condition that limits a person’s movements, senses, or activities that is invisible to the onlooker. Unfortunately, the very fact that these symptoms are invisible can lead to misunderstandings,  false perceptions, and judgments.
  • Life with Bubba, Chicky and Nika
    A blog about life with three kids, one with Down syndrome, adoption, doctors, development and school.
  • Museum of disAbility History
    The Museum of disABILITY History is dedicated to the collection, preservation and display of artifacts pertaining to the history of people with disabilities. Located in Buffalo, New York, and on the World Wide Web, the Museum offers educational exhibits and activities that expand community awareness. The Museum of disABILITY History is now open to the public.
  • Northwest Disability Connections
    Independent living and personal care services focusing on empowering persons with disabilities to recruit, manage and retain personal assistants in their own home through self-directing programs. We also offer advocacy, peer-to-peer counseling, skills training, and information and referral.
  • Our Ability
    A social media web site/video-production company telling the stories of inspirational people with disabilities. The stories of successful people in their middle career who will serve as inspirational role models to young people with disabilities.
  • Regional Center for Independent Living
    The Regional Center for Independent Living (RCIL) assists people with all types of disabilities who want the opportunity to live independently and be active members of the community.
  • Rooted in Right
    Rooted in Rights produces videos and social media campaigns exclusively on disability rights issues.
  • Something Sew Special
    A great blog about sewing clothes for children with special needs. There are tutorials on sewing specific items i.e. large onesies, seatbelt covers. There are also extensive photos and directions on adapting pants.
  • Special Needs Truth
    Advocating for children and adults with disabilities, this blog began during the 2008 presidential campaign to track the candidates' positions and records. Citizen advocacy for people with disabilities and their families is critical, and not just during election seasons.
  • Stories of Self-Determination
    This blog is a place for people with disabilities to write stories about their lives. It is a place where they can write about what they did to get the life they wanted. It is about self-determination.
  • "We Can Do"
    A blog for anyone who wants to end poverty and oppression for poor disabled people in developing countries. Lots of good info, including this Resource: Book on Universal Design and Visitability.
  • Zeh Lezeh (blog)
    Through Zeh Lezeh, The Ruderman Family Foundation hopes to promote conversation around two issues of special importance to us: disability advocacy and strengthening the relationship between Israel and Jewish communities in America and elsewhere.