State and Local Community Life Resources for District of Columbia
Accessible Taxicabs will be Available to Wheelchair Users for the First Time
June 2008 news release from the DC Office of Disability Rights regarding the approval of funding to bring wheelchair accessible taxicabs to the District of Columbia for the first time.
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BlazeSports Club Washington, D.C.
Nonprofit organization offers sports and recreation opportunities for people with disabilities, including tennis and basketball.
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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.
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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.
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DC Department on Disability Services
Provides innovative, high quality services that enable people with disabilities to lead meaningful and productive lives as vital members of their families, schools, workplaces and communities in every neighborhood in the District of Columbia.
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DC Government Guide on Accessible Meetings & Conferences
Provides practical tips and recommendations to ensure the full participation of individuals with disabilities in meetings and conferences. Document is in Word format, and is also available in .pdf format.
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DC Rehabilitation Services Administration - Independent Living Program
Provides comprehensive independent living services for individuals with significant disabilities to enable them to become self-sufficient in the home and community.
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Disability & Emergency Preparedness Resources for District of Columbia
View a list of links to federal, regional, state and local disability-related emergency management resources in your state.
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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.
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District of Columbia Library for the Blind & Physically Handicapped
Provides a full range of library and information services to all persons with disabilities living in the District of Columbia in cooperation with the Library of Congress, hospitals, institutions, homes for the aged and schools.
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