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 Arizona Resources and Links  National Resources and Links
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Represents and provides legal advice to most State agencies, enforces consumer protection laws and some criminal laws, brings and defends lawsuits on behalf of the State and issues formal legal opinions (as requested by State officers, legislators or county attorneys) on issues of law. |
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Advocates for the legal rights of persons with disabilities. Site includes legal news, self-advocacy guides and more. |
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Provides advocacy, information and referral, and equipment distribution to people who are deaf or hard of hearing. Site includes resources and calendars of events, as well as information about the Arizona Relay Service and the Arizona Telecommunication Equipment Distribution Program. |
| Arizona Dept. of Economic Security Division of Developmental Disabilities |
Offers services and support for Arizonans with developmental disabilities. Site includes an online handbook about using the Division's services and current information about news and events. |
Arizona Governor's Council on Blindness
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Ensures that the specialized needs of blind and visually impaired Arizonans are addressed effectively.
Site includes information and resources about vocational rehabilitation, services, employment, independent living and more. |
Arizona Governor's Council on Developmental Disabilities
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Provides planning for and advocacy to people with developmental disabilities. Site includes resources, information, a newsletter, and more. |
Arizona Governor's Council on Spinal and Head Injuries
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Provides information and education to the public and monitors state programs. Site includes resources and information. |
| Arizona Governor's Office of Equal Opportunity |
GOEO is dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for over 34,000 state employees by administering and facilitating compliance with state and federal laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age or disability. |
| Arizona Governor's State Rehabilitation Council (SRC) |
Assists people with disabilities in obtaining satisfying employment. Site includes legislative issues and strategic plan. |
| Arizona Governor's Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC) |
Promotes independent living. Site includes State Plan for Independent Living and resources. |
| Rehabilitation Services Administration |
Provides comprehensive rehabilitative and employment support services. Site includes information on programs, services and resources. |
Arizona Technology Access Project (AzTAP)
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Matches assistive technology options to individual abilities for increased independence. Site provides links and tools to aid Arizonans in their quest for assistive technology devices, services, and funding. |
| Maricopa County Voter Information |
Provides updated information regarding the new regulation on presenting identification at the polls. |
| Maricopa County Voter Information (text version) |
Provides updated information regarding the new regulation on presenting identification at the polls in a non-graphical, text version. |
| Pacific ADA and IT Center |
Provides information, problem solving assistance and referrals for implementing the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Accessible Electronic and Information Technology (E&IT). Site includes links to national resources as well as distance learning opportunities. |
| Arizona Department of Housing Do you want to buy a home? |
ADOH has made a commitment to making homeownership a reality for more Arizona families. ADOH makes resources available for home buying counseling, low interest mortgages, and downpayment and closing cost assistance to help qualified buyers purchase their first home through a network of non-profit agencies around the state. |
| Arizona Housing Finance Authority Loans & Benefits for First-Time Buyers |
As part of the creation of the Arizona Department of Housing, the legislature also created the Arizona Housing Finance Authority (AzHFA) in 2002. Under the provisions of HB 2615, the Authority is able to issue Multi-Family Revenue Bonds for rental projects, low interest Single-Family Mortgage Revenue Bonds for first-time homebuyers’ primary financing, and Mortgage Credit Certificates to help provide additional income for first-time homebuyers through tax credits. |
| Center for Persons with Disabilities Housing & Mortgage Guide for Persons with Disabilities |
Traditionally, the CPD website policy has been to refrain from linking to external commercial websites, however, the free guide that is found on the following website, "Housing & Mortgages for People with Disabilities" contains valuable information for any person living with a disability and in need of useful information and assistance in buying a home. |
| Housing & Mortgages for People with Disabilities |
This guide is for persons living with a disability and in need of useful information and assistance in buying a home. The guide also turns to you who have a family-member, friend or other relation with a disability and want to learn more about homeownership. |
| Disability Rights in Housing |
Regardless of whether you live in private or public housing, Federal laws provide the following rights to persons with disabilities. |
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Information on over 16,000 commercial products useful to individuals with disabilities. 8630 Fenton St.
Silver Springs, MD 20910
1-800 227-0216, (301) 588-9284
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Provides a summary of the Act and additional information regarding air travel .
Provides information regarding implementation of the Act, including amendments. |
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Pamphlet entitled" What Every Manager Should Know About The Americans with Disabilities Act", plus more .
70 Hilltop Rd, Ramsey, NJ 07446-1119
(201) 825-337 |
| The Association on Higher Education and Disability (AHEAD) |
Addresses the need and concern for upgrading the quality of services and support available to persons with disabilities in higher education. Site includes relevant publications, opportunities for training about educational issues, and job opportunities. |
| Council of Better Business Bureaus Foundation |
Publishes a series of guides for small business owners.
200 Wilson Blvd, Suite 800, Arlington, VA 22203-1804
(703) 276-0100 Voice, (703) 276-0634 FAX |
Disability Information
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A comprehensive federal website of disability-related government resources. Site includes information on employment, education, housing, transportation, health, income support, technology, community life and civil rights. |
Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
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Enforces employment discrimination laws. Site includes information on employment discrimination, mediation, and filing charges. Look for the "ADA Primer" - it's a wealth of information. |
Fair Housing Accessibility FIRST
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A new initiative sponsored by HUD, designed to promote compliance with the Fair Housing Act design and construction requirements. Site includes FAQs about requirements, as well as educational and legal materials. |
Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
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Enforces ADA telecommunications provisions (Title IV) which requires companies offering telephone services to the general public to provide telephone relay services to individuals who use text telephone or similar devices.
445 12th St NW
Washington, DC 20554
1-800-225-5322 Voice, 1-800-835-5322 TTY |
| Government Benefits |
Provides improved, personalized access to government assistance programs. |
| Independent Living Research Utilization Project |
Clearinghouse on information related to Independent Living settings.
2323 S Shepherd Ste 1000, Houston, TX77019
(713) 520-0232 Voice, (713) 520-5136 TTY |
Job Accommodation Network (JAN)
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Information available on job accommodations, including the use of assistive technology to modify the work environment.
PO Box 6080, Morgantown, WV 26506-6080
1-800-526-7234 Voice/TTY |
| National Association of Protection and Advocacy Systems |
Membership organization for the federally-mandated nationwide network of disability rights agencies -- protection and advocacy (P&A) systems. P&As are authorized to provide legal representation and other advocacy services on behalf of all persons with disabilities. The association provides P&As with trainingand technical assistance, as well as limited technical assistance to the public, including referrals to local P&A agencies and other organizations.
900 Second Street NE Suite 211, Washington, D.C. 20002
(202) 408-9514 Voice, (202) 408-9520 Fax, (202) 408-9521 TTY |
National Council on Disability
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Independent Federal agency with 15 members appointed by the President and confirmed by the Senate. The Council addresses, analyzes and makes recommendations on issues of public policy affecting persons with disabilities.
800 Independence Avenue SW Suite 814
Washington, D.C. 20591
(202) 272-2004 |
| National Easter Seal Society |
The Americans with Disabilities Act; An Easy Checklist. Ask for ADA Checklist, Publication E-69.
230 W Monroe St Ste 800, Chicago, IL 60606-4802
1-800-221-6827, (312) 726-6200 Voice, (312) 726-4258 TTY |
| National Restaurant Association |
For ADA issues ask for Health and Safety Affairs.
ADA information for restaurant owners and managers.
Produces a booklet explaining ADA and its application in a restaurant setting;
1200 17th Street, NW, Washington, D.C. 20036-3097
1-800-424-5156 |
Office of Disability Employment Policy
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Provides guidance and information and referral to employers and persons with disabilities on a whole spectrum of issues relating to the employment of persons with disabilities. The information available is wide-ranging, including, for example, a fact sheet on traveling for persons with disabilities, a listing of toll free numbers for organizations that provide services, products and information to persons with disabilities and information on the incentives for businesses which employ persons with disabilities.
200 Constitution Ave NW , Washington, D.C. 20210
(202) 693-7880 Voice (202) 376-6205 TTY |
| Office of Federal Contract and Compliance (OFCCP) |
U.S. Department of Labor
The OFCCP is charged with monitoring and enforcing the compliance of federal contractors with those contractors with equal employment opportunity obligations, including Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.
200 Constitution Avenue NW, Washington, D.C. 20210
(202) 693-0101 Voice, (202) 693-1304 Fax |
Rehabilitation Engineering Society of North America (RESNA)
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Professional organization dedicated to the research, development and dissemination of assistive technology.
1700 N Moore St Ste 1540, Arlington, VA 22209-1903
(703) 524-6686 Voice, (703) 524-6639 TTY |
| U.S Access Board |
A federal agency committed to accessible design. Site includes Accessibility Guidelines and Standards, evacuation planning, and more. |
| U.S. Chamber of Commerce |
Publications Fulfillment
1615 H Street NW, Washington, DC 20062-2000
1-800-638-6582 |
| U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) |
Enforces fair housing laws. Site includes information on federal resources and fair housing laws. |
| U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) |
Enforces the ADA provisions prohibiting discrimination on the basis of disability in state and local government services (Title II) and public accommodations and commercial facilities (Title III). DOJ provides technical assistance to individuals, organizations and companies with rights and responsibilities under the law and provides a variety of publications free to the public.
950 Pennsylvania Ave, NW
Civil Rights Division, Disability Rights - NYAVE
Washington, DC 20530
1-800-514-0301 Voice, 1-800-514-0383 TTY
Electronic Bulletin Board Service
(202) 514-6193 |
| U.S. Department of Justice ADA |
Provides Information and technical assistance on the Americans with Disabilities Act. Includes publications and information on federal resources. |
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