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Colorado Resources:
Brain
Injury Association of Colorado
4200 West Conejos, Suite #524
Denver, CO 80204>
(303)
355-9969
(800)
955-2443
Contact
person: Peggy Spaulding, Executive Director
Email:
biacolo@aol.com
Web
site: www.biacolorado.org
The
Brain Injury Association of Colorado actively advocates for the prevention of
brain injuries and raises community awareness. The organiza tion also provides information, resources and support for
person with brain injuries and their families. Go to the Resource Database on their web site for a computerized statewide
listing of professionals, service providers, and agencies specializing in brain
injury.
(303) 355-9969
(800) 955-2443
Contact person: Peggy Spaulding, Executive Director
Email: biacolo@aol.com
Web site: www.biacolorado.org
The Brain Injury Association of Colorado actively advocates for the prevention of brain injuries and raises community awareness. The organiza
Civil Rights Commission
1560 Broadway, Suite 850
Denver CO, 80202
(303)
894-2997
www.dora.state.co.us (second link down
on the left hand side)
3401 Quebec
Street, Suite # 6009
(720)
941-0176
www.coddc.org
CDDC is a 24 member council appointed by the Governor to generate Systems change related to legislation. The intent of their legislative public policy work is to address the problems in the bureaucracy that prevents services from being utilized by people with developmental disabilities. CDDC also awards large grants that promote ?best practices,? are ?new?cutting edge,? and could be replicated State wide. The Council meets six times a year and seeks out public participation in each meeting to help promote changes in the System that will further the independence and community integration of people with developmental disabilities.
Department
of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR)
Administration
Office
1575 Sherman
Street, 4th Floor
(303)
866-4150
DVR provides services for people with disabilities, whether mental, social, or physical disabilities such as education, job placement, job training, equipment, counseling, and career planning all with the goal of successful, sustainable employment. Contact the Administrative Office and they will direct perspective clients to the nearest DVR office.
Disability
Consultants
with Gerald Riley provides help at any point in the application process for
Social Security Administration?s benefits. Mr. Riley specializes in representing individuals with disabilities who
are seeking Social Security benefits. He
knows how best to handle brain injury cases. Mr. Riley?s company professionally represents their clients, accurately
completes all necessary forms, conducts personal interviews, keeps medical
files current, and provides other services as needed. They represent clients from initial filing,
throughout the hearing, until benefits are awarded. To learn more, call or email Disability
Consultants at: 719-596-5898, 866-596-588 (toll free in
Equal
Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)
Denver
District EEOC Office
303 East 17th
Avenue, Suite 510
(303)866-1300
www.eeoc.gov
The
Exceptional
Student Services of
Department
of Education
201 East
Colfax Avenue
(303)
866-6694
www.cde.state.co.us/index_special.htm
The Exceptional Student Services of Colorado is the State leader for Special Education services. Any person who has had a TBI that requires special services would qualify for this program and their parents could learn about it through their school. Visit the web site above to see a complete listing of help and resources provided by the State for students with special needs.
Health
Care Policy & Financing Department (HCPF)
1570 Grant
Street
(303)
866-2993
www.chcpf.state.co.us
HCPF?s is the state agency responsible for administration of the Medicaid program, Child Health Plan Plus, and Colorado Indigent Care program. Their mission is to purchase cost-effective health care for qualified low-income Coloradans. However, there are waivers for disabled children whose parents earn ?too much?. Plus there is also the Home & Community Based Services Brain Injury (HCBS-BI) Waiver that survivors age 16 through 64, in an approved range of diagnoses codes are eligible for. The HCBS-BI Waiver makes available Medicaid benefits that promote an early discharge from a hospital or rehabilitation environment, and a $10,000 personal account that may be used for health/personal care, accommodation needs, etc. The waiver must be applied for in the process of discharging from the hospital, or rehabilitation facility. Contact the Social Work Department, or the Discharge Planner?s office where the eligible person is receiving care, before he or she is discharged.
To learn more about the HCBS-BI Waiver and other programs go to the above web site, click on Medical Assistance Programs, then on Community Based Long Term Care, and under ?Other Forms that may be useful? open the ?Waiver Chart? where you will find program descriptions with contact information. Browse the entire site to learn all that is available.
Department
of Health & Environment
4300 Cherry
Creek Drive South, Room 410
TBI
Program Director: Rasa 303-692-2411
(303)
692-2370
www.hcpcolorado.org
HCP
is a unique resource for families, health care providers and communities. Their goal is to help improve the health,
development and well-being of
Independent Living (IL) Centers
IL Centers advocate for people with disabilities to exercise their rights in developing the abilities required for independently living. Consumers are given the tools they need to make their own decisions. Most Independent Living Centers are "cross disability" organizations and welcome individuals with all types of disabilities, both physical and mental. They work to assure physical and programmatic access to housing, employment, transportation, communities, recreational facilities, and health and social services.
IL Programs seek to ease the transition from institutional care to the community, to increase the availability and accessibility of affordable housing options, and to improve access to other services, such as transportation, that serve to unlock doors to the community. For more information visit the Independent Living Centers USA web site, www.ilusa.com or www.ilru.org.
Center
for People with Disabilities (CPWD)
1675 Range
Street
(303)
442-8662
www.cpwd-ilc.org
Disability
5900 East 39th
Avenue
(303)
320-1345
www.denverdcil.org
Center
for
740 Gunnison
Ave.
(970)
241-0315
www.cfigj.org
Connections
for Independent Living
1024
Ninth Avenue
#E
(970)
352-8682
Center
for Disabilities
1304 Berkley
Ave.
(719)
546-1271
www.centerfordisabilities.org
Insurance
Department, State
Department
of Regulatory Agencies
1560
Broadway,
(303)
894-7499
(800)
930-3745
www.dora.state.co.us
The Colorado Division of Insurance administers the insurance Law, and make sure that companies abide by the law. Consumer protection is their mission. They work to ensure companies make prompt fair and equitable settlements of their claims. Coloradans needing assistance with insurance issues can visit the web site and click on Division of Insurance to find what they are looking for or call the above numbers to get the information they need.
Learning
Disabilities Association of
4400 East
Ilif Avenue
(303)
894-0992
www.ldacolorado.com
LDA
Colorado is an information and referral organization with AFFCAE training and
has been an established State chapter of the National Organization for 30
years. Currently they are embarking on a
joint venture with the Learning Effectiveness Program at Denver
Legal
455 Sherman
Street, Suite130
(303)
722-0300
(800)
288-1376
www.thelegalcenter.org
The
Legal
PEAK
Parent Center, Inc.
611
N. Weber #200
(719)
531-9400
(800)
284-0251
www.peakparent.org
PEAK
is a parent training and information center for the state of
Social
Security Administration
4th
Floor
1616 Champa
Street
800-772-1213
www.ssa.gov
Go to the Government link on this web page.
Special
Needs Financial Advocates
1755 Telstar
Drive, Suite 501
719-473-0072
www.snfadvocates.com
Special Needs Financial Advocates exists to help provide quality of life solutions for persons with disabilities and their families. When it comes to planning for the future of your loved one with special needs the expertise and experience of a company like this one is irreplaceable. Special Needs Financial Advocates help assess client participation is state or federally funded community service programs, refer professional legal consultants for the establishment of a Special Needs Trust Fund (see Special Needs Trust Fund in publications), advocate for family self-determination, and more.
TBI
Trust Fund Program
3520 West
Oxford Ave.
(303)
866-7477
Intake/Application
BIAC 303-355-9969 ext. 304
www.tbicolorado.org
Veteran?s
Administration
V
A Regional Office
155 Van
Gordon Street
(800)
827-1000
www.va.gov
The
following information is based on the Brain Injury Association of
DEFENSE and VETERANS BRAIN
INJURY
DVBIC is a group of seven TBI Programs
in Department of Defense (DOD) and Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)
hospitals and a civilian TBI rehabilitation program. These DVBIC sites work collaboratively to
provide and improve TBI care for active duty military, veterans, and their eligible
beneficiaries. Persons with TBI who are
eligible for TRICARE or VA benefits may be referred to DVBIC.
The goal of DVBIC is to provide expert
case management and to insure individualized, evidence-based treatment for each
patient to maximize function and decrease or eliminate disability. DVBIC provides services and support to the
individual with TBI to return to duty, work and community.
Contact a site directly to begin the
referral process that includes a review of all related medical documentation,
or you may contact headquarters at either 1-800-870-9244 or info@dvbic.org Headquarters will direct your referral to the appropriate staff. Visit www.DVBIC.org
for updates on clinical treatment, research, and educational programs/materials
available from DVBIC. Their web site also has numerous links to other brain
injury web sites.
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Employment:
Adaptive Equipment
AbilityHub
c/o The Gilman Group, L.L.C.
(802) 775-1993
AbilityHub.com is a website designed to help you find information on adaptive equipment and alternative methods available for accessing computers. Ability Hub brings Assistive Technology information in a comprehensive and organized manner. For more information, visit www.abilityhub.com.
Center for Women?s
Employment and Education (CWEE)
1175
Osage,
303-892-8444
www.cwee.org
The mission of CWEE is to provide realistic programs to help low-income single parents and families develop and expand the skills and confidence necessary to obtain continuous, meaningful employment and career advancement. They help participants identify the skills they already possess, as well as helping them to develop new skills.
CWEE?s overall goal is to provide participants with as much knowledge and hands-on experience as possible to successfully prepare them for the workplace. Graduates of the CWEE program have the work and life skills they need to succeed on the job and to build a brighter future for their children.
Coloradojobs.com
They are the premier web
site for Colorado Job Seekers. This
online connection was developed to serve the needs of job seekers and the
Colorado Business Community. Job Seekers
visit this site because they are looking for opportunities in
4200 E. 9th Ave., C230
601
E. 18th Ave., Ste 130
303-315-1271
Toll Free in CO
1-877-726-9735
TTY
303-837-8964
www.cowinpartners.org
Colorado WIN Partners isexpanding opportunities for individuals with disabilities through innovation and collaboration between individuals with disabilities, the community, employers, and the government to improve employment outcomes for individuals withdisabilities.
COPLORADO WORKFORCE CENTER provides easy access to a wide array of employment
and training services. The center is for
job seekers and employers alike. The
Center offers: Prompt Registration; Orientation; Education and Training Program
Information; Multi-Media Resource Library; Labor Market Information; Skill
Assessment; Job Referral and Job Placement; Self-Help Resume Preparation
Resources; Veteran?s Benefits and Services Information; Referral to Additional Services;
Workforce Investment Act; Services for Unemployment Insurance Claimants; Print
Resources; Electronic or Computer Re-sources; and a Resource Library with a
wealth of information and tools to assist you in conducting a job search.
Visit
their website for the Colorado Workforce
www.craigslist.org
110 16th Street, Ste. 705
720-913-5751
www.denvergov.org/jobs
Human resources for City & County of Denver. Job information line available 24 hours a day: 720-640-1234 (updated twice a month).
Denver Indian
4407 Morrison Road
303-936-2688
877-8-INDIAN
www.DenverIndianCenter.org
Their Native Workforce Program offers free classes for adults (18+) on computer essentials. Employment and Training Program includes adult education, employment training and placement, job referrals, and job search resources. Two-week employment workshop program includes resume writing, interviewing skills, and job training linkage.
Denver
1391 Speer Blvd., Ste. 500
720-865-5627
Email director Scot Simons
at scot.simons@mowd.org
The State employment agency that provides services, job placement, and assistance to applicants and employees. This is a free service.
Department of Vocational
Rehabilitation (DVR)
Administration
Office
Department
of Human Services
1575 Sherman
Street, 4th Floor
Ph:
(303) 866-4150
The Department of Vocational
Rehabilitation assists eligible individuals with disabilities to become
productive members of
For information regarding disability-related/employment-related resources and links, go to the Rehabilitation Services Administration?s (RSA) Web site at: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/osers/rsa/index.html?src=mr click on RSA, then on ?Additional Resources? at the bottom of the page.
Employment Works
877-772-2982
www.employmentworks.org
Employment Works of CP of
Colorado is a unique program dedicated to providing employment related services
to individuals with disabilities. Employment Works is host to the Social Security Administration?s Work Incentive Planning and Assistance
project for the entire state of
The Empowerment Program
1600 York Street #201
303-320-1989
www.EmpowermentProgram.org
The Empowerment Program?s ?Project Breakthrough? offers basic skills, GED preparation, preparation for post-secondary education, training for non-traditions jobs, and job readiness training with employment placement to women who are single parents, displaced workers, homeless, receiving welfare support, and who want to improve skills and become self-sufficient. Assistance with transportation, books and job related tools are available. Students develop learning skills and goal setting techniques that include both one-to-one teacher contact as well as small group classes.
Equal
Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)
Denver
District EEOC Office
303 East 17th
Avenue, Suite 510
(303)866-1300
www.eeoc.gov
The
Holanda and Associates
303-773-6151
holandaa@aol.com
Holanda and Associates helps
disabled people with a work history to find short or long-term
employment for a minimal fee. They work
with DVR clients and DVR pays for all associated fees. Holanda and Associates will contact employers
and do job searches. They will teach job
interviewing skills and teach you how to build on your strengths. Requires attending a meeting once a
week.
JOB CORPS
www.jobcorps.dol.gov
Job Corps is a major
national training and employment program administered by the Department of
Labor to address the multiple barriers to employment faced by disadvantaged
youth throughout the
The Job Order
550 Thornton Pkwy.
303-452-9999
303-452-6147 Fax
joa@co.adams.co.us
JOBING.COM ?
www.jobing.com
Social Security Administration (SSA)
www.ssa.gov.work provides information on the SSA?sefforts to help
people with disabilities enter the workforce via employment or
self-employment. Topics covered include:
Vocational Rehabilitation Programs, Employment Support, Legislation, Employment
Programs, State Employment Activities, and Health Care for People with Disabilities,
and much more. They can help people with
disabilities get the vocational rehabilitation services they need to return to
work, or to go to work for the first time. They can put you in touch with agencies that provide services such as
job counseling, training and job placement. For more information or help finding Vocational Rehabilitation
providers, call (toll free) 1-888-968-7842 or, for the hearing impaired 1-866-833-2967 (TTY/TDD).
Ticket to Work and Work Incentives
Improvement Act (TWWIIA) TWWIIA?s program can increase your choice in
obtaining the employment support services, vocational rehabilitation services,
and other services you may need to get and keep a job. You can find current information about the
Ticket to Work Program, including a list of approved Employment Networks, at: www.yourtickettowork.com or visit www.state.co.us/ticket/.
The Ticket to Work program allows Social Security Disability beneficiaries to obtain, regain or maintain employment and to reduce their dependency on cash assistance. For more information about the Ticket to Work Program, visit the SSA?s Web site at www.ssa.gov.
U.S.
1391 North Speer Blvd. #710
303-376-6722
877-US2-JOBS
www.doleta.gov
The Employment and Training Administration (ETA) administers federal government job training and worker dislocation programs, grants, and unemployment insurance benefits. One of ETA?s programs is the Individual with Disabilities Initiative that is committed to ?Integrating Americans with Disabilities into the Workforce? by expanding educational and employment opportunities and prompting full access to community life for people with disabilities.
Western Slope Technical
Assistance
601 East 18th Avenue,
Suite 130
303-315-1280
800-255-3477
WestTAC is a new Assistive Technology
(AT) technical assistance project housed at the Mesa
The National
WorkWORLD is a website where individuals can download for free decision support software for personal computers designed to help people with disabilities, advocates, benefit counselors, and others find employment-based solutions to higher net income through best use of Federal and State work incentives and benefits. To learn more about WorkWORLD visit, www.workworld.org.
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Government:
SOCIAL SECURITY ADMINISTRATION
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) provides basic protection against the loss of income due to disability. Its benefits may extend to both the worker with a disability and to family members (including children). SSDI provides a monthly payment to eligible persons. SSDI defines disability as: A physical or metal impairment which prevents an individual from doing any substantial gainful activity and which is expected to last (or has lasted) at least one year or to result in death. Substantial gainful activity is considered to be any consistent, gainful work and is not necessarily the kind of work the individual performed prior to the disability.
When applying for SSDI, the individual will need:
■ Social Security number and proof of age for each eligible family member
■ Medical records
■ W-2 or copy of federal tax return for previous year
■ Military service and marriage history
■ Information about other benefits being received
Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
Supplemental Security Income (SSI) provides monthly payments to people who are aged, disabled or blind and who meet specific income/resource requirements. The individual?s income and assets (property) are considered when SSI eligibility is determined. Some and assets are not counted (such as the person?s automobile or home or furnishings), but liquid financial assets (money in the bank, IRAs, stocks and bonds, etc.) cannot be $2000 or over. In general, the more income and assets a person has, the lower their SSI check will be. People who receive SSI are usually eligible for Medicaid and food stamps. Application for those benefits are made separately at the agencies administering Medicaid or food stamps in each state. SSI personnel will help people apply. SSI defines disability as: A physical or mental impairment that is expected to last at least one year or to result in death.
SSI offers incentive programs to people who want to work, including Plans to Achieve Self Support (PASS) and Impairment-Related Work Expenses (IRWE). Be sure to ask the Social Security Administration (SSA) about these incentive programs. (See phone number below).
When applying for SSI, the individual will need:
■ Social Security number and proof of age
■ Income and asset information (i.e. bank book, payroll slips)
■ Mortgage or lease information
■ Medical records
Applying for SSI and SSDI
Contact
the Social Security Disability Application Process Office at (800) 772-1213 or
visit their web site www.socialsecurity.gov/onlineservices/
to: see if you qualify for benefits; apply for benefits; find your local SSA
office; etc. In
Social
Security Administration
1961 Stout
Street Room 1052
www.ssa.gov/denver/
Contact
Gerald Riley with Disability
Consultants
for help at any point in the SSA benefits application process. Mr. Riley specializes in representing
individuals with disabilities who are seeking Social Security benefits. He knows how best to handle brain injury
cases. Mr. Riley?s company professionally
represents their clients, accurately completes all necessary forms, conducts
personal interviews, keeps medical files current, and provides other services
as needed. They represent clients from
initial filing, throughout the hearing, until benefits are awarded. To learn more, call or email Disability
Consultants at: 719-596-5898, 866-596-588 (toll free in
SOCIAL SECURITY BENEFITS PLANNING PROGRAM
Under the Ticket to Work
Incentives Improvement Act, CP of Colorado
and Employment Works, offers benefits planning for the State of
The Social Security Benefits Planning Program will:
Provide direct advice and assistance to individuals with
disabilities.
Provide
benefit planning and assistance to beneficiaries with disabilities.
Conduct
outreach to beneficiaries with disabilities (and their families).
Work with Federal, State, private
agencies, and nonprofit organizations
that serve beneficiaries with
disabilities.
Explain the Social Security
Administration?s employment supports/ work
incentives, and inform beneficiaries
of the overall effects of work on thei
benefits.
Provide information on other supports available so they can make informed decisions about returning to work.
SSA Colorado Benefits Planners
North East
Colorado Zahrah
Khan
303-691-9339 ex. 22 email: zkhan@cpco.org
970-256-2457
email: dnelson@cpco.org
South West
Colorado Jeff
Shewmake
970-259-7983
email: jshewmake@cpco.org
South East
Colorado Julie
Taylor
719-667-3829 email:
jtaylor@cpco.org
MEDICARE AND MEDICAID
The
following information is based on the Brain Injury Association of
Medicare
Medicare is a federal health insurance program that provides acute-care coverage for people over age 64 and some individuals who are covered by Social Security Disability Income (SSDI) benefits. Medicare has two Parts:
Hospital Insurance (Part A) Medicare coverage is limited to services considered ?reasonable and necessary? for the diagnosis and treatment of illness or injury. Services include inpatient hospital stays, nursing facility care, home health care services and hospice care.
Medical Insurance (Part B) Medicare pays for physician services, hospital outpatient services, ambulatory surgery, diagnostic and laboratory tests. Coverage also is provided for limited outpatient physical, occupational, and speech therapy services and medical equipment and supplies.
For more information, visit their Web site at www.medicare.gov or call (800) MEDICARE ? (800) 633-4227.
Medicaid
Medicaid is a joint federal/state program that provides basic health care insurance for persons who are disabled, poor, or receiving certain governmental income support benefits (i.e. Social Security Income ? SSI) and who meet income and resource limitation tests. Medicaid programs can vary from state to state.
Services that may be covered by Medicaid include hospital inpatient and outpatient services, physician services, custodial care services ? both institutionally-based and community-based, rehabilitation services, prescription drugs and dental care.
For more information or to apply for Medicaid, contact your state?s office or visit the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Web site at: www.cms.hhs.gov
Medicaid
Office
Health
Care Policy & Financing Office of Medical Assistance
1575 Sherman
Street, 10th Floor
(303)
866-2993
Fax
(303) 866-2696
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Publications: Coming soon
Prescription Assistance Information:
This information has been compiled from information offered on independent websites in January 2002 by the Pharmaceutical Researchers and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA). PhRMA and TTI are not responsible for the accuracy of this information nor does either agency endorse a particular program.
www.phrma.org -This is the official website of the Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America. The site features a link to an official directory of pharmaceutical company-sponsored patient assistance programs that can help low-income patients with their prescriptions. This directory allows patients to search for assistance programs by manufacturer and provides information about enrolling in programs to receive discounted or free medicines.
www.medicare.gov -This website provides information about health care options under Medicare or complementary to Medicare under its "Prescription Drug Assistance Program" section. Consumers may access personalized information about Medigap plans, Medicare Managed Care plans, state assistance programs, pharmaceutical company programs and other kinds of insurance by entering a zip code and/or prescription drug name and manufacturer name.
www.rtk.org - While this is the official website of the Citizens for the Right to Know in California. It provides consumers with information about their health plans, including and interactive link with information on drug formularies for the state of California, plus general information that may be useful for residents of other states. The website provides consumers with helpful information about choosing a health plan and what consumers should do if they do not receive appropriate and timely access to care.
www.rxassist.org -This website allows health care providers to access more than 100 pharmaceutical manufacturers' patient assistance programs on behalf of their patients. Searches may be conducted by company name, brand drug name, generic name or drug therapy class, and publication forms are available on-line for the programs. Eligibility: Only health care providers may use these services for low-income patients, so notify your doctor of this service if it applies to you.
www.rxhope.com -This website offers resources for consumers, advocates and health care providers in accessing patient assistance programs offered by federal, state, and charitable agencies. Eligibility: Anyone may use services.
www.needymeds.com -This website provides information on drug assistance programs offered by pharmaceutical companies. Information can be accessed by drug name and drug company. Eligibility: Anyone may use services.
www.themedicineprogram.com -The organization offering this website works in cooperation with physicians to assist patients who may qualify to enroll in one or more of the many patient assistance programs now available . Eligibility: Anyone may use services.
www.seniorinsuranceonline.com - Phone number (616) 949-1199. Name of Group/Program: Senior Insurance Online. Eligibility: MagnaCare Group. Premium: No restrictions. Savings: $50 annually, up to 70% off retail prices for brand name and generic medications. Pharmacies: 40,000+ nationwide; mail order is available. On-line List of Prices: Sampling is available on-line. On-line List of Pharmacies: No. Notes: Card must be presented at time of prescription purchase; 30-day money back guarantee of satisfaction.
www.agelesscare.com - Name of Group/Program: Costco/AgelessCare. Eligibility: No restrictions. Premium: $19.99 annually for Costco members; $49.99 annually for non-members. Savings: Up to 50% off retail prices. Pharmacies: 45,000+ nationwide; mail order is available. On-line List of Prices: No. On-line List of Pharmacies: Yes. Notes: Plan also provides on-line monitoring network containing personal drug history, and allows consumers to monitor and print personal medication history through secure website. Costco also offers comprehensive health care, dental and long-term coverage through its AgelessCare program.
www.rxdrugcard.com - Phone number 1 888 216-2461. Name of Group/Program: RxDrugCard. Eligibility: no restrictions. Premium: $4.50 monthly for individual, $4.95 monthly for a married couple, $4.95 monthly for families. Savings: Up to 80% off retail prices; additional discailable at K-Marounts are avt pharmacies when a 90-day supply is ordered. Pharmacies: 27,000+ nation wide; no mail order is available. On-line List of Prices: Sampling available on-line. On-line List of Pharmacies: Yes. Notes: 30-day money back guarantee of satisfaction
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World Wide Web:
The
following information is based on the Brain Injury Association of
Web Sites Offering General Information
The Brain Injury Association of America (BIAA) has a web page: www.biausa.org offering the most up-to-date and useful information about brain injury. BIAA is devoted to serving the needs of persons with brain injury and their families.
www.tbiguide.com An online book regarding brain injury, offering a good overview of what can happen after a brain injury.
www.neuroskills.com An extensive wet site with general information about brain injury, including information on the brain and brain functions.
www.biacolorado.org The National Resource Center for Traumatic Brain Injury.
www.biacolorado.org is the Brain Injury Association of Colorados web site that informs you of the different programs they offer and has an excellent resource guide for the State. Visit their resource guide for contact information on brain injury service providers.
www.braincenter.org is the doorway to the Brain Injury Center, which has been opened to you by the Brain Injury Association of Kentucky. There is a world of help available through this web site.
www.braintrauma.org is the informative web site recommended for healthcare professionals who are interested in improving the outcome of brain trauma patients. email info@braintrauma.org
www.caregiver.org is the web site of the first organization in the country to address the needs of families and friends who are providing long-term care at home. This is a one-stop shopping center for caregivers of brain-impaired adults that offers education, research, programs, and service info. email info@caregiver.org
Search Brain Injury Association on the web for links to many state and local organizations, or contact the Brain Injury Association of America at www.biausa.org
Web sites Offering Information about Drug and Medications:
www.rxlist.com Information on drug interactions, indications and contra indications.
Web sites Offering Clinical Trials/Research Information:
www.centerwatch.com/main.htm Centerwatch is a Web site that has information on current clinical trials, including the ability to access trials by type of medicine or type of disease.
www.clinicaltrials.gov Web site from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) for clinical trials funded by NIH and looking to enroll participants.
Web sites on Alternative Medicine:
National Clearinghouse of Complementary and Alternative Medicine. Part of the National Institutes of Health. Inquiries should be directed to: NCCAM Clearinghouse P.O. Box 8218 Silver Spring, Maryland 20907-8218
Toll Free: (888) 644-6226
TTY/TDY: (888) 644-6226
FAX: (301) 495-4957
Web site: www.nccam.nih.gov/about/advisory/capcam
Web sites on Assistive Technology:
ABLEDATA
8455 Colesville Road
Suite 935
Silver Spring, MD 20910-3319
Phone: (800) 227-0216
Phone: (301) 588-9284
Web site: www.abledata.com A database for assistive technology as well as other disability resources.
www.arch.gatech.edu/crt/resource/atlinks.htm Extensive list of links to resources regarding all types of assistive technology compiled by the Georgia Center for Rehabilitation Technology.
www.ataccess.org/ Alliance for Technology Access is designed to connect children and adults with disabilities to technological tools.
www.closingthegap.com/ Closing The Gap, Inc., P.O. Box 68,526 Main Street, Henderson, MN 56044, Phone: 507-248-3294, Fax: 507-248-3810 Email: info@closingthegap.com.
www.rit.edu/~easi/ Equal Access to Software and Information.
www.resna.org Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America.
Brain Injury Rehabilitation Information Web sites:
www.ahrq.gov/ - Web site for the Agency for Healthcare Research and Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, with evidence-based practice statements on brain injury and pediatric brain injury.
www.nichcy.org National Information Center for Children and Youth with Disabilities.
www.cdc.gov/ncipc Section of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Web site specifically dealing with brain injury.
www.tbindc.gov - The Web site of the Traumatic Brain Injury Model Systems Program, a group of 17 programs across the United States that work to gather data on brain injury rehabilitation.
www.headinjury.com Head Injury Hotline provides this helpful web site of information to minimize the impact of brain injury, locate self-help tools, etc. Specializes in difficult to find information.
www.neuro.pmr.vcu.edu is the National Resource Center for TBI. It has articles and video tapes on a wide variety of TBI topics, plus a list of TBI experts with addresses and e-mail information.
Web Sites with Information about Cognitive Rehabilitation:
www.trace.wisc.edu Partial list of cognitive rehabilitation software available, put together by the Trace Center at the University of Wisconsin
www.neuroskills.com is one of the most comprehensive TBI pages on the web. Provided by Centre for Neuro Skills, this resource guide has information on brain injury, rehabilitation, long-term assisted living, current research, free articles, reprints, books, adaptive equipment, pharmocology, mild head injuries, and much more.
Web Sites Offering Information about the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA):
www.usdoj.gov/crt/ada/adahoml.htm
The section of the Department of. Justices Web site devoted to the ADA.
www.adata.org/ The ADA Technical Assistance Center offers various information on the ADA and its implementation. Funded by NIDRR (National Institute of Disability Rehabilitation and Research).