District of Columbia

DC ADRC

The DC Aging & Disability Resource center (ADRC) offers information and services related to long term care for older adults (60 and older) and persons with intellectual and physical disabilities.

DC Center for Independent Living, Inc.

Provides skills training in personal care, coping, social skills, household management, education, community living and participating in community activities.

District of Columbia Housing Choice Voucher Program

Information on this program, which increases affordable housing choices for very low-income households by allowing families to choose privately owned rental housing.

DC Mental Retardation & Developmental Disabilities Administration

Provides direct services and life planning strategies to individuals with mental retardation or other developmental disabilities.

Disability Services in the District of Columbia

Information on public and private sector resources in DC addressing Assisted Living, Early Intervention, Education/Training, Employment and Housing.

District of Columbia Independent Living Centers (ILCs)

Contact information for all ILCs in Washington, DC. ILCs provide people with disabilities advocacy and support services, including assistance with employment, transportation, housing, health care and living skills.

HUD Approved Housing Counseling Agencies in Washington, DC

The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) sponsors housing counseling agencies throughout the country that can provide advice on buying a home, renting, defaults, foreclosures, credit issues and reverse mortgages.

Help-Your-Self, Inc.

A non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing accessibility for people with disabilities by providing tools and services to enable independent living, community integration, reduce barriers and educate to prevent injuries. Services include help with assisted living, education opportunities, enabling technologies, housing options, job searching and personal care assistant training.

Home Ownership & Rental Assistance in Washington, DC

Information on home buying programs and rental assistance from the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

Low-Rent Apartment Search For District of Columbia

Search in your area for apartments with lower rental costs.

Rebuilding Together of Washington D.C.

Volunteer teams rehabilitate homes for low-income elderly and disabled homeowners, families with children, and for nonprofit facilities such as schools, shelters and 501(c)(3) community service organizations.
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