Resources

The following organizations provide much helpful information for parents, teachers, and other individuals who wish to find out more about learning differences.  Please note that many of these organizations use the word disability in their name and in their informational materials.  The Hello Friend/Ennis William Cosby Foundation does not endorse use of this label, which is a limiting term, associated with reduced opportunity and quality of life.  We needlessly punish children who need understanding and help every time we define them by a label that denigrates their abilities, promotes misunderstanding, or limits their opportunities.

For a free booklet and information about learning disabilities, call the toll free hotline 1-888-GR8-MIND, sponsored by the Coordinated Campaign for Learning Disabilities and funded by the Emily Hall Tremaine Foundation.

Online Resources

LD on Line - An Interactive Guide to Learning Disabilities
This well designed and organized website should be the "next stop" for any parent, teacher, professional or other individual looking for up-to-date, in-depth information about learning disabilities. It includes introductory and detailed writings on a wide range of topics, a national calendar of events, an extensive network of national and local resources; art work and writings by children, parents, and other individuals with learning disabilities; discussion groups with parents and national experts; a bookstore; and more.
website: www.ldonline.org
e-mail: ldonline@weta.com


LD Resources
Meet the creative and energetic Richard and Anne Wanderman on this website, and explore its contents: a variety of resources for the learning disabilities community and a special focus on learning and technology. The site includes essays, lists of resources, software to download, and contact information for national and regional organizations, conferences, and schools.
website: www.ldresources.com
e-mail: richard@ldresources.com


SchwabLearning.org
A Parent's Guide to Helping Kids with Learning Differences
SchwabLearning.org contains more than 300 articles on learning differences and disabilities. Features of the site include new content every week, free publications, database of LD organizations and service providers, message boards, opportunity to submit questions to experts, weekly email newsletter and information in Spanish/Espanol.
website: www.schwablearning.org


Special Education Resources on the Internet (SERI)
SERI is a large collection of Internet sites of interest to those involved in the fields related to Special Education.
website: www.hood.edu/seri


www.cyberwink.com
No one - with or without learning differences - should go through life without meeting Don Winkler, dynamic and innovative Chairman & CEO of Finance One, a subsidiary of Bank One Corporation. Don Winkler, who is dyslexic, knows the benefits and gifts that come from seeing the world from a different perspective. Visit this website to meet Don, learn about his Breakthrough Leadership Process and find out more about learning differences.
website: www.cyberwink.com
e-mail: don@cyberwink.com

International Dyslexia Association (IDA)
formerly "The Orton Dyslexia Society"
The IDA is an international, non-profit, scientific and educational organization dedicated to the study and treatment of dyslexia. It was first established nearly 50 years ago to continue the pioneering work of Dr. Samuel T. Orton, who was one of the first to identify dyslexia and its remediation. IDA offers an international network that brings professionals in the field of dyslexia and parents together for a common purpose. Contact IDA for referral services for testing and tutoring, and for free information on assistive technologies; medical and educational research; national and local conferences and seminars; legislation; public awareness; and effective teaching methods.

International Dyslexia Association
8600 LaSalle Road, Chester Building, Suite 382
Baltimore, MD 21204-6020

phone: (800) ABCD123 (for general information)
phone: (410) 296-0232 (for detailed information)
FAX: (410) 321-5069
website: www.interdys.org
e-mail: info@interdys.org


Learning Disabilities Association of America (LDA)
LDA was founded in 1964 by a group of concerned parents. Today it has 50 state affiliates, more than 775 local chapters, and over 60,000 members, including parents, professionals, and others. LDA is devoted to defining and finding solutions for a broad spectrum of learning problems. For a free packet of information and referral to the nearest chapter, contact:

Learning Disabilities Association of America
4156 Library Road
Pittsburgh, PA 15234-1349

phone: (888) 300-6710
phone: (412) 341-1515
FAX: (412) 344-0224
website: www.ldanatl.org
e-mail: ldanatl@usaor.net


National Center for Learning Disabilities (NCLD)
NCLD is committed to "improving the lives of the millions of Americans affected by learning disabilities." It provides information, services, and programs nationwide to benefit children and adults with learning disabilities, their families, educators, and other helping professionals. Resources and services include: national information and referral (including an extensive computerized database with state by state resource listings of schools, diagnostic clinics, etc.); educational programs, including national and regional summits; public outreach and communications; and legislative advocacy and public policy. They publish an outstanding, informative magazine, Their World, and will send free information on a variety of topics.

National Center for Learning Disabilities
381 Park Ave. South, Suite 1401
New York, NY 10016

phone: (888) 575-7373 (for general information)
phone: (212) 545-7510 (for detailed information)
FAX: (212) 545-9665
website: www.ncld.org


Recordings for the Blind and Dyslexic (RFB&D)
RFB&D was established in 1948 to provide recorded textbooks to veterans blinded in WW II. Today, RFB&D provides educational materials at every academic level in recorded and computerized formats to individuals who are unable to use standard print. Books, texts, and reference materials are available to people with dyslexia, or with visual, perceptual, or physical disabilities.

Recordings for the Blind and Dyslexic
20 Roszel Road
Princeton, NJ 08540

phone: (800) 221-4792
phone: (609) 452-0606
FAX: (609) 987-8116
website: www.rfbd.org
e-mail: custserv@rfbd.org


FOR ATTENTION DEFICIT/HYPERACTIVITY DISORDERS
Attention Deficit Disorder Association (ADDA)
ADDA has a particular interest in the needs of adults with ADD, but their services do address children and family issues. They provide information and local resources as well as an annual conference about adults and ADD.

Attention Deficit Disorder Association
P.O. Box 972
Mentor, OH 44601

phone: (800) 487-2282 (for general information)
phone: (440) 350-9595
FAX: (440) 350-0223
website: www.add.org
e-mail: natladda@aol.com


Children & Adults with Attention Deficit Disorder (CH.A.D.D.)
CH.A.D.D. "works to improve the lives of people with ADD." It is a national organization with over 32,000 members and more than 500 chapters, providing support and information. CH.A.D.D. has four primary objectives: 1) to maintain a support network for parents who have children with ADD and adults with ADD; 2) to provide a forum for continuing education of parents, professionals, and adults with ADD about the disability; 3) to be a community resource for information about ADD; and 4) to make the best educational experiences available to children with ADD so that their specific difficulties will be recognized and appropriately managed within educational settings.

Children & Adults with Attention Deficit Disorder
499 NW 70th Ave., Suite 101
Plantation, FL 33317

phone: (800) 233-4050 (for general information)
phone: (954) 587-3700
FAX: (954) 587-4599
website: www.chadd.org
e-mail: national@chadd.org


FOR SPEECH, LANGUAGE, AND HEARING DISORDERS
American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)
ASHA is a membership organization comprised of speech/language pathologists and audiologists. It also provides information and referrals to the public on speech, language, cp, communication, and hearing disorders.

American Speech-Language-Hearing Association
10801 Rockville Pike
Rockville, MD 20852

phone: (800) 638-8255
phone: (301) 897-5700
website: www.asha.org


FOR HIGHER EDUCATION
The Association on Higher Education and Disability (AHEAD)
AHEAD is an international, multicultural membership organization of post-secondary institutions and professionals committed to full participation in higher education for persons with disabilities. AHEAD's members are typically involved in the development of policy and in the provision of support services to persons with disabilities in higher education. The Association offers training programs, workshops, publications, and conferences.

Association of Higher Education and Disability
P.O. Box 21192
Columbus, OH 43221-0192

phone: (614) 488-4972
FAX: (614) 488-1174
website: www.ahead.org
e-mail: ahead@postbox.acs.ohio-state.edu


FOR SPECIAL EDUCATORS
Council for Exceptional Children (CEC), Division of Learning Disabilities (DLD)
CEC is an international, professional association with over 52,000 educator members who are primarily special education teachers, administrators, college faculty, and education consultants. Their principal purpose is to advance the education of all exceptional children and youth. DLD is the division of the CEC that focuses on the special needs of individuals with learning disabilities. CEC conducts an annual conference and publishes a newsletter and magazines.

Council for Exceptional Children (CEC), Division of Learning Disabilities (DLD)
1920 Association Drive
Reston, VA 22091-1589

phone: (888) 232-7733
phone: (703) 620-3660
website (CEC): www.cec.sped.org
website (DLD): edap.bgsu.edu/faculty/seanj/DLD
e-mail: cec@cec.sped.org


Council for Learning Disabilities (CLD)
The CLD is an international organization of and for professionals who establish standards of excellence and promote innovative strategies for research and practice through collaboration and advocacy.

Council for Learning Disabilities
P.O. Box 40303
Overland Park, KS 66204

phone: (913) 492-8755
FAX: (913) 492-2546
website: coe.winthrop.edu/CLD
e-mail: KMcbr41457@aol.com

ERIC Clearinghouse on Disabilities and Gifted Education (ERIC EC)
The ERIC Clearinghouse on Disabilities and Gifted Education (ERIC EC) is part of the US Department of Education's information network.  ERIC EC responds to requests for information on special/gifted education, serves as a resource and referral center for the general public, conducts general information searches, and publishes and disseminates free or low-cost information on special/gifted education research, programs, and practices.

phone: 1-800-328-0272 (V/TTY)
website: ericec.org
e-mail: ericec@cec.sped.org


Higher Education and the Handicapped (HEATH)
The HEATH Resource Center operates the national clearinghouse on post-secondary education for individuals with disabilities. The Center serves as an information exchange on educational support services; policies and procedures; adaptations; and opportunities at American campuses, vocational-technical schools, adult education programs, independent living centers, and other post-secondary training entities.

HEATH has started a new electronic newsletter, published four times a year. It contains lots of useful information. To subscribe to the newsletter, send an e-mail message to: HEATH@ace.nche.edu

Higher Education and the Handicapped
1 Dupont Circle NW, Suite 800
Washington, DC 20036-1193

phone: (800) 544-3284 (for general information)
phone: (202) 939-9320 (to talk to a staff member, TTY)
FAX: (202) 833-4760
website: www.acenet.edu
to download information gopher://bobcat-ace.nche.edu
and text documents: (Directory: Heath Resource Center)
e-mail: heath@ace.nche.edu


National Information Center for Children and Youth with Disabilities (NICHCY)
NICHCY is an information clearinghouse that provides free information on disabilities and related issues, focusing on children and youth (birth to age 35). Free services include personal responses, referrals, technical assistance and general information searches.

National Information Center for Children and Youth with Disabilities
P.O. Box 1492
Washington, DC 20013-1492

phone: (800) 695-0285 (V/TTY)
phone: (202) 884-8200
FAX: (202) 884-8441
website: www.nichcy.org
e-mail: nichcy@aed.org

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