Disability Resources
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Disabled Renters' Housing RightsThe link below helps explain some basic renters' rights people with disabilities have.
http://www.nolo.com/legal-encyclopedia/disabled-renters-housing-rights-30121.html |
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Preparing for Disaster for People with Disabilities and other Special NeedsHere is a great resource for emergency preparedness for people with disabilities and or special needs.
http://www.redcross.org/images/MEDIA_CustomProductCatalog/m4240199_A4497.pdf |
Fire Safety for People with Disabilities
People with disabilities may face unique challenges during fire emergencies. The following resource provides some tips and guidelines to help keep everyone safe.
http://www.improvenet.com/a/fire-safety-and-disabilities-guide
http://www.improvenet.com/a/fire-safety-and-disabilities-guide
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Service DogsAccording to the ADA, a service animal is any dog that is trained for performing tasks for a disabled person that they would otherwise have difficulty completing on their own. Check out the following resource to learn about the different types of service dogs, and how they may benefit you or someone you know...
http://www.anythingpawsable.com/types-of-service-dogs/#.V2QlM6LJZak |
How to Cope with Sudden Illness or Disability
The following resource gives you some examples of different ideas to help you learn to cope with a sudden illness or disability.
http://www.disabled-world.com/disability/coping-disability-illness.php
http://www.disabled-world.com/disability/coping-disability-illness.php
How to Stay Physically Active
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Here's a great resource to help provide helpful ideas on staying physically active and the importance of taking care of yourself.
http://agerrtc.washington.edu/info/factsheets/exercise |
