Georgia

Disability & Emergency Preparedness Resources for Georgia New!

View a list of links to federal, regional, state and local disability-related emergency management resources in your state.

AARP in Georgia

Georgia chapter of the AARP, dedicated to enhancing quality of life for all as they age. Includes information on independent living, benefits, transportation and more.

Aging & Disability Resource Centers (ADRCs)

Links to county contact information for Aging and Disability Resource Centers, which provide a single point of entry for access to public long-term support programs and benefits.

Appalachian National Scenic Trail Accessibility Information

Information from the National Park Service regarding accessibility at the Appalachian National Scenic Trail.

BlazeSports Augusta

Nonprofit organization offers sports and recreation opportunities for people with disabilities.

BlazeSports Club of Atlanta

Nonprofit organization offers sports and recreation opportunities for people with disabilities, including adapted swimming, wheelchair basketball, goalball, junior track and field and referrals for rugby and adult track.

BlazeSports Georgia

State-funded sports and recreation program for youth and adults with physical disability includes instructional programs; training clinics for athletes and coaches; state and regional competitions; junior teams in wheelchair basketball, swimming and track & field; summer camps and an annual conference.

Community Care Services Program

Provides Medicaid for eligible consumers with a range of community-based services that support the consumer's choice to remain at home or in the community.

FOCUS (Families of Children Under Stress)

FOCUS provides emotional, informational and physical support to parents of children with disabilities or with ongoing medical needs in the metro Atlanta area.

Fort Pulaski National Monument Accessibility Information

Information from the National Park Service regarding accessibility at the Fort Pulaski National Monument.

Ft. Frederica National Monument Accessibility Information

Information from the National Park Service regarding accessibility at the Ft. Frederica National Monument.

Georgia Division of Aging Services

Administers a statewide system of services for senior citizens, their families and caregivers.

Georgia Independent Living Centers (ILCs)

A list of Independent Living Centers (ILCs) in the state of Georgia. ILCs provide people with disabilities advocacy and support services, including assistance with employment, transportation, housing, health care and living skills.

Governor's Council on Developmental Disabilities

Collaborates with Georgia citizens, public and private advocacy organizations and policy makers to positively influence public policies that enhance the quality of life for people with developmental disabilities and their families.

Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park Accessibility Information

Information from the National Park Service regarding accessibility at the Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park.

Trail of Tears National Historic Trail Accessibility Information

Information from the National Park Service regarding accessibility at the Trail of Tears National Historic Trail.

United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) of Georgia

Non-profit organization offers a range of supports for people living with any developmental disability (not just those with cerebral palsy).
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