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Information from the National Park Service regarding accessibility at the Appalachian National Scenic Trail.
Assists children, adolescents and adults who have a developmental disability to live, attend school, work and recreate in their communities.
Information from the National Park Service regarding accessibility at the Marsh - Billings - Rockefeller National Historical Park.
Provides support to families coping with the problems presented by mental illness. NAMI also educates the public about severe mental illness so that perceptions change and stigma is eliminated.
Provides year-round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for children and adults with intellectual disabilities, giving them continuing opportunities to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, experience joy and participate in their communities.
Advocates for the rights of every individual with a disability to have opportunities to participate in the life of our Vermont communities as valued citizens.
Works in collaboration with individuals with developmental disabilities, their families and communities to promote opportunities for individuals with disabilities of all ages in all facets of community life.
Provides low-income and disabled children, families and adults with weekly arts programs in dance, drama, visual arts and music.
Promotes independence and further equality through access and instruction relating to sports and recreational opportunities.
Works to promote the dignity, independence and civil rights of Vermonters with disabilities.
Services may include provision of technical assistance in different settings, including accommodations at work and home, adaptive equipment, technical assistance on the Americans with Disabilities Act, information about deaf and hard of hearing clubs, associations, and support groups, in addition to employment services.
Offers employment training, long-term care services and other information and resources through its five offices.
Works to increase public awareness about critical issues affecting people with developmental disabilities and their families.
Supports the efforts of Vermonters who are blind and visually impaired to achieve or sustain their economic independence, self reliance and social integration to a level consistent with their interests, abilities and informed choices.
Provides monthly cash assistance to help cover the expenses of having someone live with and provide essential care for people who are blind, have a disability or are 65 and older to stay in their homes.