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Charitable
Air Transport
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on Children and Managed Care Links from the Resource Guide
NATIONAL and INTERNATIONAL |
Equipment Exchange Links (Equipment Exchange Links, Adaptive Computer Software, Medicine and Health/Dental Care, and All Other Links) |
Special
Needs Equipment Exchange Recycling used medical equipment by trading, selling, or giving away. Recycling of nondurable medical supplies. Recycling of anything else that comes to mind from toys to therapy equipment. Buying and sell of anything else that maybe relevant. |
Texas
Assistive Technology Group Equipment Exchange |
DrUsed.com
Equipment Exchange An Internet Portal promoting the trade or used medical equipment and surplus medical supplies. |
Stepping
Stone Medical equipment bank - Orlando Florida |
Iowa
COMPASS Iowa COMPASS Used Equipment Referral Service (UERS) |
U
of I Surplus Excellent resource for used medical equipment, furniture, office supplies, and misc. |
Electronics
Recycling We collect all kinds of end of life / outdated electronics for recycling purposes, we pick up nationwide. (954) 981-1113 301 W. Ansin Blvd, Hallandale, FL 33009. sam@bwrecycling.com |
Project Mend Providing low-income disabled people access to medical equipment, supplies and other services, which enable them to live as independently as possible and remain contributing members of the community. ... 1201 Austin Street. San Antonio, Texas 78208. promend@idworld.net |
Rehab
Equipment Exchange This national network is a FREE service to facilitate the exchange and transfer of used rehabilitation equipment. Individuals can use the web site to buy, sell, or donate used rehab items of many types, including wheelchairs, pediatric equipment, mobility aids, ADL aids, communication devices, assistive technology, and exercise equipment. |
Oley
Foundation's Equipment Exchange Program Donors send Oley a list of supplies they have to offer and their contacting information. donors then keep the supplies on hand for at least 3 months. Oley lists the supplies on their web page and in the LifelineLetter. |
Lending library in SE Wisconsin. We get donations of used medical equipment and loan it out at no cost. Currently have about 600 items in inventory, about 400 are out on loan. Welcome anyone in the area to call if they want to donate or borrow equipment, 262 746-9034. It is located in Pewaukee Wisconsin |
Mississippi -Project
START -
Success Through Assistive/Rehabilitative Technology Department of Rehabilitation Services, P.O. Box 1698, Jackson, MS 39215 V/TTY: 800/852-8328 (in state only); 601/987-4872. Fax: 601/364-2349. E-mail: spower@mdrs.state.ms.us |
Challenged
America Our policy in fulfilling approved requests is to directly purchase all products and services, rather than make monetary gifts. *We are currently able to grant appropriations for up to a maximum of $500, so please submit requests accordingly. You may submit your written account through our website, or you can email us your story. |
Save
the Kid Fund (This may be only for residents of Connecticut) A Charity dedicated to helping children in need. Save The Kid Fund (STK) is a charity dedicated to improve the lives of children by providing them with opportunities they may not otherwise receive or by providing financial support for medical treatments, medications or handicap aids. We have spent over $420,000 to provide such help to children. STK incorporated here in Connecticut as a non-profit charity and is registered with the IRS as a 501.c.3 non-profit as well. |
Step
One Loan equipment program in Quincy, MA. Items listed are available for loan out. |
Children
Of Promise Free donated equipment to those who need it. |
Adapted Computer
Software (Equipment Exchange Links, Adaptive Computer Software, Medicine and Health/Dental Care, and All Other Links) |
Infogrip
develop and market products that provide people with a healthier and more productive way to interact with computers. We are experts in our industry and specialize in providing our clients with all of their assistive technology and ergonomic product and training. We save you time and money by being your one source for all of your assistive technology and ergonomic products. |
Marblesoft
Selected products are now available online. Just look for the Shop Online button. Marblesoft is a developer of great educational software for pre-school, early elementary and special ed. Look here for information about our software as well as links to other sites related to technology and special education. |
Inclusive
(UK)
The very best special educational needs software, switches and computer access devices, simple communication aids and assistive technology for learners with a physical disability, sensory impairment or learning difficulty. As well as Inclusive Technology's own resources we have the best from AbleNet, AMDi, Crick Software, IntelliTools, Keytools, Maxess, Mayer Johnson, SoftTouch, Traxsys, Vari-Tech and Widgit. |
Don
Johnston
Don Johnston Incorporated is the leader in learning intervention resources. We have been delivering life changing interventions to struggling students around the world for over 25 years. Our company is dedicated to building confidence and independence in struggling learners by providing educators with the best professional services and materials to ensure students' success! |
Mayer-Johnson
Enhancing learning and human expression for individuals with special needs through symbol-based products, training and services. |
Laureate
Learning Laureate has been dedicated to publishing innovative software of the highest quality, specifically designed to improve the lives of children and adults with special needs. Laureate's multimedia programs combine superior instructional design with digital speech, engaging graphics, and amusing animation. |
Medicine and
Health/Dental Insurance (Equipment Exchange Links, Adaptive Computer Software, Medicine and Health/Dental Care, and All Other Links) |
Partnership
of Prescription Assistance Those seeking assistance may call toll free to 1-888-477-2669 or go to a Web site, and a trained specialist will be on the line or monitoring |
Needy
Meds This site is designed to provide information about patient assistance programs which provide no cost prescription medications to eligible participants. |
MAKOA Free and discounted prescription medication. Patient assistance plans, discount cards and membership plan, also buy from Canada. |
Rx
Assist The best discussion of the choices available to you for help with prescription drugs and is maintained by the Volunteers in Health Care, a national non-profit group funded by a charitable foundation and monitored by Brown University. In this online document, you will be able to search for information by the name of your medicine or by the name of the company that manufactures it; and find state and national programs that apply in your case. |
MAC
Pharma Network |
PHRMA The pharmaceutical companies supply the applications to doctors, patients, or both, or you may apply online. For more information about these patient assistance programs, ask your doctor or your pharmacist or go to the PhRMA directory at . You will need to know the company that manufactures the drug you use. In some cases, you will have to request the drug through your physician. Go directly to the searchable database by typing in www.helpingpatients.org. There are also programs that help you complete the applications for a fee. If your application is denied, each program has a different refund policy. Ask about refund policies and services provided before sending any money. One of these programs is called The Medicine Program ( www.themedicineprogram.com ). Call toll-free: 202-595-1038 or 573-996-7300. You may also find help filling out an application from your doctor's office, the hospital social worker, or from your free clinic. A public source of information about your particular state and your particular drug is at www.medicare.gov/Prescription/Home.asp. Based on the information you enter, this site searches for programs in your state or programs for certain diagnosis or medication. If you are over 55, you have other resources available. www.benefitscheckup.org provides people 55 and over with a confidential report of public and private programs that can help save money on prescription drugs. If you are 65 or older or disabled Some drug manufacturers offer drug discount cards for the elderly and disabled:
Your Area Agency on
Aging has information about community-based medication assistance
programs. To find the nearest office, call If you or a family member is in the service or is a veteran Contact the Veteran's Administration at 877-222-VETS(8387) or visit www.va.gov. For active and retired military personnel and their families, visit www.tricare.osd.mil for information regarding The National Mail Order Pharmacy Program and to find the phone number for your regional office. If you can pay for some of your medications Many membership associations, non-profit organizations, and others offer prescription drug discount plans that allow you to buy drugs at a discount. Before joining one of these plans, make sure it covers the drugs you need and the money you save is more than the money you spend on enrollment fees, co-payments, and other fees. Other resources: Community health centers,
public hospitals, public health departments and/or private not-for-profit
hospitals in your town may be able to help you. For the nearest community
health center contact: 888-ASK-HRSA Check with your doctor or pharmacist. Physicians and pharmacists may know about where to get free or discounted medication. Local social service agencies or religious groups may have emergency funds for medication purchases. You may want to contact the United Way, Salvation Army, or Goodwill. You may qualify for Medicaid or other similar programs that offer prescription coverage. Contact your state or county social services/welfare department. Contact your U.S. Senator or Congressperson's office if you cannot locate medication assistance on your own. STATE PROGRAMS State drug assistance programs include:
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Insure
Kids Now Kids that do not currently have health insurance are likely to be eligible, even if you are working. The states have different eligibility rules, but in most states, uninsured children 18 years old and younger, whose families earn up to $34,100 a year (for a family of four) are eligible. To learn more, go to Your State's Program or make a free call to 1-877-KIDS-NOW for more information. |
Centers
for Medicare and Medicaid Services State waiver programs and demonstrations |
Medications
too Costly Medications too costly. Organization that helps www.HelpingPatients.org |
MAC
Pharma Network A unique online health resource with information on hundreds of diseases and drugs along with a popular offshore based internet pharmacy. |
RXbyTel, Online Pharmacy |
Low Cost Healthcare Information and Links |
Family
Voices Family Voices is a national, grassroots clearinghouse for information and education concerning the health care of children with special health needs. We stay on top of public and private sector health care changes that affect our children and families through the collective efforts of our families: a volunteer Coordinator in every state; 10 Regional Coordinators; and a small staff working in several locations around the country. |
All Other
Links (Equipment Exchange Links, Adaptive Computer Software, Medicine and Health/Dental Care, and All Other Links) |
Care Care.com: Find Child Care Resources and Referrals to Babysitters and Day Care |
Infinitec Special needs resources, how to's. Also guide dog information. |
Special
Kids Photography Special Kids Photography of America (SPKA) began operation in 2002 when it separated from Picture ME Foundation as a "stand alone" program to address the approach to photographic services for children with special needs. |
Mom
Inventors Produces products made by and for moms: products that are sold through retailers nationwide. Each product carries the Mom Invented brand -- a brand symbolizing the dynamic creativity of moms everywhere and our potential connection to each other. |
Club
Foot Club Donate used orthodtics. Recycle AFO's. We accept its not ideal to recycle AFO's but there is no local skill for making custom splints. So it's a matter of having enough pre-loved AFO's to find one to fit the required foot. The kids are actually lucky if they get a pair of shoes to help maintain position." Some of the splints we collect are sent to Uganda for use in the Clubfoot Project. The orthotics are shipped by the Christian Blind Mission or directly from parents who visit this site. |
Stairlifts Offers stairlifts with free shipping. |
Northeast
Nanny Group Group for nannies in the Northeast. Exists to promote education and awareness of the nanny profession. Provides nanny members with opportunities for educational classes, seminars and retreats. Continually supports the community on a local level to support and assist various charities that relate to the interest and well being of the local people. |
MedPrompt
MedPrompt
provides individuals taking multiple medications with specific
reminders over a MedPrompt text pager, or the patient's text capable
cell phone. The individual receives the reminder at the specific
time to take the medication, any special instructions, or other
info. The service is inexpensive, accurate, and
informative. It can save a life!
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A
Hunt Above A Hunt Above is a non-profit, non-denominational, Bible-centered organization incorporated in the State of Mississippi in 2005 by Christian hunters. A Hunt Above is a ministry to terminally ill and handicap children who have a DREAM WISH to hunt or fish. A Hunt Above's goal is to help everyone share in the joy of fulfilling a special child's dream. To provide a FREE DREAM HUNT or FISHING TRIP to terminally ill and handicap children. To protect and provide the rights of all Americans so they can enjoy our wonderful outdoors. To promote the biblical truth that God is the Creator and Savior of the world. To bring an awareness of our personal accountability to God. To share one's faith in Christ with others and also share the common joy and experience of hunting and fishing with these special children and their families. To foster faith, fun and fellowship among hunters and fishermen in Mississippi and all of America. |
Advanced
Directives - Living Wills Download each states advanced directives and living wills |
Orbit
Medical Helping people regain their independence through electric wheelchairs, sleep therapy products and home fill oxygen systems. |
The
Stonking Steps Children's novel by autistic author Will Rogers |
DirectoryKids A support directory for parents. |
A-Z Computer Liquidators |
Creative
Opportunities and Reality Expressions Specializing in quality products to enhance daily living. |
BlackBird
Bikes Quadribent, Side-by-Side Recumbent Bicycles. We design and manufacture custom Quadribent bicycles for special needs kids and physically challenged people. |
Gull
Works Manufacturing Specializes in designing and manufacturing special needs tricycles and accessories for children with disabilities. Our products provide benefits for riders with minimal to profound disabilities. Our Mission is to create opportunities of independence by providing therapeutic tricycles to children with cerebral palsy and similar disorders. |
Vista
Care Living Wills Vista Care Hospice provides you with an Adobe PDF for all states, includes instructions and state forms for living wills. |
Social
Security Disability Lawyers |
Social
Security Disability Secrets The site provides information on the social security disability and SSI disability claim process. It provides an overview of the system and also provides answers to dozens of questions that are routinely asked by claimants. The site also provides tips on filing claims and appeals and lists various mistakes to avoid. For the most part, the site is based on my own work experience as a disability-medicaid caseworker and also as a disability claims examiner for the social security administration. |
Children's Neurobiological Solutions |
Ability Hub |
Cerebral Palsy FYI |
Father's Network |
Exceptional Parent Magazine |
Family Voices National Home Page |
Adrians Closet |
Support For Families of Special Needs Kids |
Families USA - The Voice for Healthcare Consumers |
Toy Catalog for Children with Special Needs |
Federation for Children with Special Needs |
Therapy/Respite Camps for Kids w/Special Needs |
Special Needs Children Ring |
Adaptive Computer Products |
Americans with Disabilities Handbook |
American Association of People with Disabilities |
National Council on Disability |
AMBUCS - Amtrykes and Therapy Scholarships |
Special Child Magazine |
I Care Medical, online Diabetic Supplies |
Bright Futures |
Wright's Law - Special Ed Law |
Children With Disabilities |
ARCH Respite and Crisis Care Center |
Rare Disorders |
Untangling the Web - Links to numerous Disability sites |
Disability/Med Resource Mall |
Able Generation - Therapeutic furniture for CSHN |
Adapting Vehicles for People with Disabilities |
Free Baby Stuff |
Increasing Capabilities Access Network; also equipment exchange |
Make A Child Smile |
Federal Interagency Coordinating Council |
RFCC - Parent Matching Program |
United Brachial Plexus Network |
National Center on Physical Activity and Disability |
Parenting Resources for the 21st Century |
Wheelchair Net |
Share The Technology Computer Resources |
RJ Cooper Specialty Products for those with Special Needs |
Diabetes News |
American Printing House for the Blind |