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This teleconference and Webcast took place Monday, August 18, 2008 from 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM EDT. It was designed to help new transition coordinators and service providers at centers for independent living (CILs) who have started new programs to help individuals plan their move back to the community.

Homeowners, renters, businesses and non-profit organizations affected by the severe storms, tornadoes and flooding can apply for disaster relief assistance from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). To apply by phone call 1-800-621-FEMA (1-800-621-3362)/1-800-462-7585 TTY for people who are speech- or hearing-impaired. The toll-free number is open 24 hours a day.

This conference took place August 11-13, 2008 in Honolulu, HI and was held for family members, friends, professionals and people who have been labeled, segregated or otherwise marginalized because their abilities were different than other people's.

Newsletter from the U.S. Access Board provides information and resources related to accessibility.

A historic, nonpartisan forum on national disability policy to be held on July 26, 2008 in Columbus, OH. Over a thousand Americans with disabilities and their friends and family are expected to attend the event to commemorate the 18th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

The 2008 conference took place July 21-24 in Washington, DC and offered a chance for independent living advocates to network and organize grassroots and national plans of action.

The National Council on Disability (NCD) is gathering public input for a study of emerging issues and trends affecting the lives of people with disabilities. Information gathered will be used in the development of NCD's next annual progress report to the President and Congress. The Council is seeking input on disability issues including health, housing, employment, insurance, transportation, assistive technology, recreation, emergency preparedness, early intervention and education. Suggestions should be sent to NCD by July 22, 2008 via email - type "Emerging Trends" in the subject line.

Part 1: Assisting Individuals to Prepare for an Emergency will take place on Monday, June 23, 2008 from 3:00 PM EDT - 4:30 PM EDT. Part II: Preparing Your Organization for an Emergency will take place on Wednesday, June 25, 2008 from 3:00 PM EDT - 4:30 PM EDT.

The 2008 spring training conference took place April 23-25 in Bethesda, MD. Document is in Word format.

The 2008 conference took place April 14 - 15 in Honolulu, HI. Each year the conference brings together persons with disabilities, family members, researchers, service providers, policymakers, community leaders, advocates and professionals in the various disciplines in the diverse field of disabilities.

More than 450 disabled veterans, including nearly 120 recently injured during Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom (OIF/OEF), skied the Rocky Mountains at the 22nd National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic in Snowmass Village, March 30-April 4, 2008.

March 17, 2008 report from the National Council on Disabilities (NCD) that looks at barriers and solutions relating to people with psychiatric disabilities fully participating in their communities.

Report issued on January 15, 2008 by the National Council on Disability (NCD) that examines employment, housing, education, transportation and other federal policies that affect people with disabilities.

October 2007 news release announcing that the Corporation for National and Community Service is a DisabilityInfo.gov partner.

Summarizes equal access requirements for people with disabilities as they relate to disaster care, housing and human services. This guide explains how applicable Federal laws relate to government entities and non-government, private sector and religious organizations. Read the complete guide by clicking here.

On January 24, 2008, the National Service Inclusion Project (NSIP), a project of the Corporation for National and Community Service, hosted a Webinar on how to recruit and work with individuals with Down syndrome to ensure they have a positive volunteer service experience.

This conference was held January 8-9, 2008 and provided technical assistance on aspects of emergency management planning and response for people with disabilities and special needs.

Announced in February, 2001, the New Freedom Initiative is President George W. Bush's plan to tear down barriers to full integration into American life that remain for many of the 54 million Americans with disabilities. This report highlights the accomplishments of the Administration in implementing the President's vision and builds upon the reports issued in May 2002 and May 2004.

The U.S. Access Board has issued for public comment new guidelines for Federal parks and trails, beach routes and picnic and camping areas. Comment Deadline: October 18, 2007.

The National Association of the Deaf (NAD) hosted "Celebrate ASL!" in observance of World Federation of the Deaf International Day of Sign Languages on September 28, 2007.