- Advocacy Incorporated
The mission of Advocacy, Inc. is to advocate for, protect, and advance the legal, human, and service rights of Texans with disabilities. Based in Austin, Texas.
http://www.advocacyinc.org/
- Aggie Guide-Dogs and Service-Dogs
(AGS) Student service organization formed to 1)educate the community and other students about the purpose and values of having guide-dogs and service-dogs and 2)support organizations like the Southwest Guide Dog Foundation and Canine Companions for Independence.
http://stuact.tamu.edu/stuorgs/ags/
- All Walks of Life
Collects data, publishes reports, and offers educational presentations in order to prevent violence against the disabled.
http://www.awol-texas.org/
- American Council of the Blind of Texas
ACBT is a chapter of the national organization of the American Council of the Blind. ACBT represents the interests of blind and visually impaired Texans.
http://www.acbtexas.org/
- Deaf Celebration
Annual event celebrating deaf heritage. Site includes a list of programs and committees, photos, meeting schedule, and a calendar.
http://www.deafcelebration.com/
- Deaf Network
Directory of resources for the deaf.
http://www.deafnetwork.com/
- Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic of Texas
Non-profit educational library serving people who cannot read standard print due to visual impairment, dyslexia, or other physical disability. Includes information about how to volunteer or borrow.
http://www.rfbd.org/Units/Texas_Unit.htm
- Texas Association of the Deaf
Addresses the needs of deaf and hard of hearing citizens. Site includes photos, newsletters, and membership information.
http://www.deaftexas.org/
- Texas State Independent Living Council
Mission: to promote the philosophy of independent living and to promote the expansion of quality consumer directed independent living service programs statewide.
http://texsilc.home.texas.net/
- The Arc of Texas
Expanding opportunities for people with mental retardation and other developmental difficulties. Calendar, chapter events, available training and information resources.
http://www.thearcoftexas.org/
- The Disability Policy Consortium
Independent group of statewide advocacy organizations for public policy that promotes and supports Texans with disabilities. Action alerts, legislative issues, and job bank.
http://www.dpctexas.org/
- Vocational Assessments
Includes a process that systematically uses work activities as the focal point for assessment of capabilities. Contact information is provided.
http://www.vocationalassessments.com/
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