Self Advocacy (General Audience)

This new publication, developed by the Indiana Resource Center for Autism at the Indiana Institute on Disability and Community, is designed to provide adults, teens, and Indiana families a place to start to navigate systems after receiving a diagnosis of an autism spectrum disorder.

The booklet includes information on what it means to have an autism spectrum disorder diagnosis, what services and supports are available, funding, and a state resource list.

52 Tips, Stories and Inspirational Ideas for Parents of Children with Asperger’s (Living, Loving and Laughing with Asperger’s Series)

Author: Dave Angel

Free downloadable book from Amazon.com

A first-of-its-kind resource written by autistic adults for autistic college students exploring the various aspects of the higher education experience.

A local chapter of the nationwide self-advocacy group that gives individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities training to build skills in decision-making so they can advocate for themselves.

Meetings are held on the third Monday of the month (except January and February). All meetings are held from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

To register, please call The Arc (216)736-8395, and be sure to leave your name, address and telephone number.

An organization for individuals with developmental disabilities that teaches self-advocacy and leadership skills.

RespectAbility is on the front lines in the battle to reduce stigmas, failed government policies, and other obstacles that deny people with disabilities the opportunity to achieve the American Dream. Their free tools and factual resources inform so people with disabilities can achieve the education, training, jobs, security and good health that everyone needs and deserves.

They can identify and promote best practices for jobs and careers for people with disabilities through direct outreach, and
raise public awareness of the ABILITIES of people with disabilities through the promotion of positive images and stories in the media.

Published by the Southwest ADA Center, on behalf of The National Network of ADA Centers, this 110-page handbook is written in a practical FAQ (frequently asked questions) format. It provides answers to common questions about the ADA, the ADA Amendments Act, the Rehabilitation Act, Social Security, the Air Carrier Access Act, the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, the Civil Rights of Institutionalized Persons Act, and the Fair Housing Act Amendments.