Web Links

American Association on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (formerly American Association on Mental Retardation AAMR)-The American Association on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities is a professional organization that advances the knowledge and skills of individuals in the field of mental retardation and related developmental disabilities through the exchange of information and ideas. The Association strives to enhance the life opportunities of people with mental retardation and their families, and to promote public policies, research, and services which advance individual choices and human rights.  The AAIDD publishes two periodicals, The American Journal on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (AJIDD), Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD), and New & Notes.   The AJMR is a scholarly research journal; MR is a practitioner's journal of research, reviews, and option; and News & Notes is the Association's newspaper.  Visit their periodical site to subscribe or view abstracts from the latest issues of their periodicals.  Click on AAIDD web site, you can have complete agenda and speakers for the AAIDD Consent Workshop, complete descriptions and ordering information on AAIDD's newest books, latest abstracts from AAIDD and AJIDD, and a complete copy of News & Notes.

Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law- The Judge David L. Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law is a nonprofit legal advocacy organization based in Washington D.C.  The Bazelon Center is one of the leading national legal advocates for people with mental illness and mental retardation.  This site has various links related to Aging issues, Children's issues, Fair Housing issues, Mental Health Care, and so on.  In addition, links of interest of this site provide lots of links related to mental health & disability advocay/information; consumer/survivor organizations; congress and media; state advocacy resources; other advocacy, legal & policy links; and other mental health and disability resources.

Down Syndrome- This site grew out of the Down Syndrome list serve and news group.  The site is "dedicated to providing up-to-date research information, educating the general public about the accomplishments of children and adults with down syndrome. . . ."  information on Down Syndrome, Autism and other disabilities, support groups, and many other internet links. Especially, their links for parent & parent/sibling support, inclusion resources, and frequently asked question are excellent.

The Association for Persons with Severe Disabilities-TASH is an international association working with advocates for disabilities rights worldwide. TASH focuses mostly on individuals with severe disabilities and publishes a journal and newsletter as well as hosting a yearly conference.

United Cerebral Palsy (UCP)- UCP has been committed to change and progress for person with disabilities.  The national organization and its nationwide network of 150 affiliate partners strive to ensure the inclusion of persons with disabilities in every facet of society.  UCP is the leading source of information on cerebral palsy and a pivotal advocate for the rights of persons with any disability.

Association of Retarded Citizens (ARC)-The ARC is committed to work with families by helping children and adults with disabilities secure the opportunity to choose and realize their goals of where and how they learn, live, work and play.

ARC of NEBRASKA- The Arc of Nebraska is a statewide association of people with developmental disabilities and their parents, other family members, and interested people.  The Arc of Nebraska is committed to helping and improving the quality of life for all children and adults with developmental disabilities.  The Arc of Nebraska, Inc. is a nonprofit 501 (c) (3)organization, incorporated in the state of Nebraska.

Direct questions or comments: to Dr. Ellin Siegel, esiegel1@unl.edu