View Web sites in alphabetical list form only, no description. The following Web sites offer a wealth of information on cognitive and developmental disabilities, as well as resources and opportunities for people with developmental disabilities. This information is presented as a service to visitors to the Special Olympics Web site. Note that the Web sites listed below are not owned or managed by Special Olympics. (Listed in alphabetical order by title) • Since 1876, the American Association on Intellectual and Developmental DIsabilities site has been providing leadership in the field of intellectual and developmental disabilities; it is the oldest and largest interdisciplinary organization of professionals (and others) concerned about intellectual disability and related disabilities. • Japan Down Syndrome Network is a center dedicated to information and communication relating to Down syndrome in Japan and worldwide. The site is in English, with a link to the Japanese version off the home page. • The American Association of University Affiliated Programs for Persons with Developmental Disabilities is a network of interdisciplinary Centers advancing policy and practice for and with individuals with developmental and other disabilities, their families, and communities. • The Job Accommodation Network is a free consulting service that provides information about job accommodations, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and the employability of people with disabilities. • The official site, administered by the U.S. Department of Justice, of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) offers comprehensive and up to date information on all aspects of the Act, free publications and resources, and more. • The aims of the Vanderbilt Kennedy Center for Research on Human Development are to better understand human development, to prevent and solve developmental problems, and to enable persons with developmental disabilities to lead fuller lives in their communities. • The Arc offers a comprehensive site, including fact sheets covering services/support, the ADA, community living/employment, education, and MR/related conditions; descriptions of research and programmatic activities; training materials (for advocates): and a large list of links. • Activities at the JP Das Developmental Disabilities Centre, located at the University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada include research, publication, and selected clinical services for children and adults with intellectual disabilities. • The American Association of University Centers on Disabilities site links visitors to other organizations and resources dedicated to individuals with developmental and other disabilities. • The Kennedy Krieger Institute is committed to improving the lives of children and adolescents with disorders of the brain, either of congenital onset or acquired through injury or illness. • The mission of Best Buddies is to enhance the lives of people with intellectual disabilities by providing opportunities for one-to-one friendships and integrated employment. • LAB Resources is a U.S.-based business specializing in selling assistive technology products. • The Center for Housing and New Community Economics (CHANCE) was established to improve and increase access to integrated, affordable, and accessible housing coordinated with, but separate from, assistance and supportive services. • Laureate Learning Systems, Inc. publishes computer software for children and adults with disabilities, appropriate for those with severe-profound developmental disabilities to mild language-learning disabilities. • The Centre for Communicative and Cognitive Disabilities (CCCD) is a Canadian university-based centre of specialization established to improve educational opportunities for students with communication exceptionalities. • The general aims of the Mental Retardation Research Center of UCLA are the acquisition of new knowledge on mental retardation and related aspects of human development and the training of research personnel. • The Children with Special Health Care Needs Knowledge Path contains a selection of current, high quality resources for primary care providers and families regarding children with special health care needs from the National Center for Education in Maternal and Child Health. • The National Association of Developmental Disabilities Councils exists to promote national policy that provides individuals with developmental disabilities the opportunity to make choices regarding the quality of their lives, etc. • The Civitan International Research Center focuses on preventing and treating a wide range of developmental disabilities. Faculty, clinicians, and scientific investigators are international leaders in their fields, committed to training the next generation of world-wide professionals. • The National Association for the Dually Diagnosed is a not-for-profit membership association established for professionals, care providers and families to promote understanding of and services for individuals who have developmental disabilities and mental health needs. • Community of Caring is a K-l2, whole school, comprehensive character education program with a unique focus on disabilities. Community of Caring was founded in 1982 by Eunice Kennedy Shriver and has been adopted by almost 1000 schools nationwide and in Canada. It is research-based and has a proven record of accomplishment. • The National Center for Family Support is a collaborative effort that combines the resources of the Human Services Research Institute (HSRI) and a diverse group of individual consultants, including family members, designed to share knowledge, encourage family self-determination and control, and more. • The Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) is an international professional organization dedicated to improving educational outcomes for individuals with exceptionalities, students with disabilities, and/or the gifted. • The National Center on Educational Outcomes provides national leadership in the participation of students with disabilities in national and state assessments, standards-setting efforts, and graduation requirements. • The Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics independent Web site was created to promote better care and outcomes for children and families affected by developmental, learning, and behavioral problems by providing access to clinically relevant information and educational materials. • The National Center on Physical Activity and Disability site is supported by the National Center for Environmental Health at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and contains information related to health, fitness and exercise for individuals with disabilities.   • Disability Information (Ireland) Ltd. is an information service for people with disabilities and special needs, as well as their family and friends, providing easy access to a comprehensive resource list. The site originates out of Ireland, site of the 2003 Special Olympics World Summer Games, and includes much information about the Games. • The National Clearinghouse for Professions in Special Education is committed to enhancing the nation's capacity to recruit, prepare, and retain well qualified diverse educators and related service personnel for children with disabilities. • The Disability Research Unit is housed within the School of Sociology and Social Policy at the University of Leeds and involved in research on a wide range of disability-related issues. • The National Consortium for Physical Education and Recreation for Individuals with Disabilities advocates for the educational and recreational rights of children and youth with disabilities. • Disability Resources, Inc. offers a multidisciplinary network of service providers and consumers, targeting its services and publications to libraries, disability organizations, independent living centers, health and social service providers, and more. • The mission of the National Information Center for Children and Youth with Disabilities is to share information about disabilities in children and youth. • disABILITY Information and Resources is portal created and are maintained solely by Jim Lubin, a C2 quadriplegic, offering an assortment of links to other Web sites dealing with disabilities. • The Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services provides a wide array of support in three main areas: special education, vocational rehabilitation and research. • A compilation of articles from members of the Down Syndrome List Serve is maintained at the Down Syndrome WWW Page. • Our-Kids is a 'family'of parents, caregivers and others who are working with children with physical and/or mental disabilities and delays. More than 35 countries are represented on its e-mail list. • The Eunice Kennedy Shriver Center promotes the understanding of neurological, cognitive and behavioral development associated with developmental disabilities, emphasizing intellectual disabilities. • PALAESTRA: Forum of Sport, Physical Education & Recreation For Those With Disabilities is a resource on adapted physical activity, published quarterly. • Exceptional Parent magazine's online resource continues 30+ award-winning years of providing information, support, ideas, encouragement and outreach for parents and families of children with disabilities, and the professionals who work with them. • Parents Helping Parents is a free public service that provides a searchable online human services resource directory, with a focus on the needs of children; condition and disability files and shareware; and more. • The mission of Family-Friendly-Fun is to enable families with special needs to share their experiences by subscribing to its newsletter, joining its eGroup forum, talking in chat rooms and posting to bulletin boards, etc. • The Points of Light Foundation & Volunteer Center National Network engages and mobilizes millions of volunteers from all walks of life — businesses, nonprofits, faith-based organizations, low-income communities, families, youth, and older adults — who are helping to solve serious social problems in thousands of communities. • The Family Village is a global community that integrates information, resources, and communication opportunities on the Internet for persons with cognitive and other disabilities, for their families, and for those that provide them services and support. It includes informational resources on specific diagnoses, communication connections, adaptive products and technology, adaptive recreational activities, and more. • The President's Committee on Mental Retardation (PCMR) is a federal advisory committee to advise the President of the United States and the Secretary of Health and Human Services on issues concerning citizens with mental retardation, and coordinate activities between different federal agencies and assess the impact of their policies upon the lives of citizens with mental retardation and their families. • The goal of Food, Health, and Community for People with Developmental Disabilities is for people with developmental disabilities and their care givers to acquire skills in the areas of gardening, food purchase and preparation, and nutrition. • Rehabilitation Research and Training Center on Aging with Mental Retardation sees a growing need for information on ways to support aging adults and their families and provides information on research, model programs, and policy issues. • The FRAXA Research Foundation Home Page supports research aimed at finding a specific treatment for fragile X, the number-one inherited cause of mental retardation, affecting an estimated 1 in 1000 children. • Research Healthpage for Older Women with Disabilities is a resource for older women with disabilities. The site focuses on health promotion and related issues, with a particular emphasis on aging with certain developmental disabilities.   • The links at Funding Opportunities for Grantwriters in Disability Field assist grantwriters who are seeking funding for disability related research, etc. Hosted by the Institute on Community Integration, which produces a wide range of publications and electronic media resources. • The Sibling Support Project is a national program dedicated to the interests of brothers and sisters of people with special health and developmental needs. Its goal is to increase the availability of peer support and education opportunities. • Since 1972, thousands of men and women with developmental and physical challenges from all over the world have achieved greater independence through the travel experiences provided by The Guided Tour, Inc., which offers opportunities for personal growth, recreation and socialization through travel. Travelers are persons with developmental challenges (sometimes persons both physical and developmental challenge), ages 17 and up. • The Special Needs Education (SNE) project is an Internet service providing resources for parents, teachers, schools, and other professionals, individuals, groups, and organizations involved in the education of students with special needs. SNE operates under the auspices of SchoolNet, a cooperative initiative of Canada's provincial, territorial, and federal governments in consultation with educators, universities, colleges and industry. • The IDEA Partnerships site is a collaboration of national projects funded by the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Special Education Programs to inform professionals, families and the public about the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), and strategies to improve educational results for children and youth with disabilities. This network of 105 organizations work together to improve special education and build collaboration, cooperation, and communication in the delivery of special education services. • Sprout is a private, nonprofit organization dedicated to helping individuals with developmental disabilities and mental retardation grow through challenging and safe travel experiences. Based in New York City, programs are available to individuals and the agencies that serve them throughout the United States. Participants fall in the range of moderate to high functioning levels and travel in a group (typical size: ten participants and three leaders). • Inclusion was created by the U.K.-based National Grid for Learning as a gateway to educational resources on the Internet. Inclusion is a free catalogue of resources for teaching professionals, learners, parents and carers. Resources include publications, software, hardware, guidance and links to other organisations to aid independent living and learning. • Stanford University School of Medicine is a training ground for biomedical research and medical practice. Research is in three main areas: syndromes and disorders, neuroimaging, and cognitive and behavioral assessment. Ongoing research studies include: Autism, Fragile X, Trisomy 21, Turner syndrome, Velo-cardio-facial syndrome, and Williams syndrome. • The U.S. Department of Education's official site covering The Individuals With Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) Amendments of 1997, which was signed into law on June 4, 1997. This Act strengthens academic expectations and accountability for the nation's 5.8 million children with disabilities and bridges the gap that has often existed between what children with disabilities learn and what is required in regular curriculum. • The goal of the Trace Research and Development Center is to prevent the barriers and capitalize on the opportunities presented by current and emerging information and telecom-munication technologies; current work includes ways to make standard information technologies and systems more accessible and usable by people with disabilities. • The Institute for Special Education site, created and maintained by the University of Fribourg/Switzerland, includes information on special education research programs, appropriate publications, and calendar of events covering conferences, exhibitions and more about Special Education. The site has resources available in various languages: French, German, and English. • UCLA's Mental Retardation Research Center has as its mission "to elucidate the molecular, cellular and behavioral mechanisms underlying the pathogenesis of developmental dysfunctions causing mental retardation and to translate this fundamental knowledge into novel diagnostic, preventive and therapeutic approaches which can be ultimately applied in clinical care." • Founded in 1904, the International Order of Alhambra is a Fraternal Order of Catholic Men. The Order focuses its primary efforts on providing assistance to persons developmentally disabled by mental retardation through its charitable programs and projects. Examples include participating in Special Olympics; and conducting recreation, field day programs and summer camps. • The President's Committee on Mental Retardation presents With A Little Help From My Friends, a booklet series supporting people with intellectual disabilities and related conditions to participate as full citizens in their communities in every aspect of their life. The series provides timely and creative possibilities for issues such as how people can direct their own services to assure a full life in the community. • The International Paralympic Committee (IPC) is the international representative organization of elite sports for athletes with disabilities — primarily physical disabilities. Special Olympics and Paralympics are two separate organizations recognized by the International Olympic Committee. • The World Association of Persons with Disabilities (WAPD) is a nonprofit advancing the interests of individuals with disabilities; it provides electronic resource information on a wide variety of topics, including a link list of sports and recreation topics.