Community Based Organization

Resource Category Topic Type
Stories From People Impacted By The DSP Crisis
This website contains educational information about the shortage of DSPs, the "DSP Crisis" in Washington state and nationally. It contains v...
 Community Living, Direct Support Professional (DSP) Direct Care, Personal Stories Community Based Organization, Scholarly & Creative Works
Adults with Cerebral Palsy - Resources, Support, and Helpful Information
Cerebral Palsy Guide is a national support organization dedicated to educating individuals and families about CP in children and adults. The website c...
 Direct Support Professional (DSP), Health & Genetics Resources Direct Care, Healthcare, Individual Rights, Support Services Community Based Organization, Scholarly & Creative Works, Supports & Services
What is Cerebral Palsy? Cerebral Palsy Alliance Research Foundation
This website contains educational videos and other info about Cerebral Palsy
 Direct Support Professional (DSP), Health & Genetics Resources Advocacy, Healthcare, Personal Stories Audio & Video, Community Based Organization, Scholarly & Creative Works, Supports & Services
Center for Public Representation Initiative for Supported Decision Making
Supported Decision-Making (SDM) is an effective alternative to guardianship that is gaining momentum in Massachusetts and nationwide. Supported Decis...
 Community Living, Direct Support Professional (DSP) Advocacy, Guardianship and Supported Decision Making, Individual Rights, Personal Stories Community Based Organization
CaringInfo
CaringInfo helps family members and caregivers make informed decisions about care and services before a crisis.
Direct Support Professional (DSP), Health & Genetics Resources Advocacy, Direct Care, Healthcare, Illness, Individual Rights Community Based Organization
BrainLine
BrainLine is a national multimedia project offering authoritative information and support to anyone whose life has been affected by brain injury or PT...
 Direct Support Professional (DSP), Health & Genetics Resources Direct Care, Finances, Healthcare, Individual Rights, Injury, Personal Stories Community Based Organization
Birth Defect Research for Children
This website contains fact sheets covering the major categories of birth defects as well as “how to” guides for parents.
 Direct Support Professional (DSP), Health & Genetics Resources Direct Care, Parenthood Community Based Organization, Supports & Services
A Brief History of the Disability Rights Movement
This section of the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) website contains a Brief History of the Disability Rights Movement in America. It also contains link...
 Accessibility Resources, Direct Support Professional (DSP) Individual Rights Community Based Organization, Scholarly & Creative Works
AbleThrive - United Spinal Association
This website contains educational information about life skills, parenting, relationships, activities, and travel.
 Direct Support Professional (DSP) Employment, Healthcare, Injury, Parenthood, Personal Stories, Relationships, Transportation Community Based Organization, Scholarly & Creative Works
Center for Assistive Technology and Training (CCATT)
The CCATT center assists individuals, families, and professionals in the selection, acquisition, and use of assistive technology. 
 Assistive Technology Resources, Direct Support Professional (DSP) Healthcare Community Based Organization, Online Learning, Supports & Services