Online Publications & Resources

Talking Tom Cat (iOS)

This animated cat in this free app repeats whatever it hears using a modified voice and other sound effects.

Tap-n-See Zoo (iOS)

This app features a moving animal (one at a time); when touched, the animal becomes bigger. The background is black and you can change the single color of the animal. There is a fee for this app.

TASH

TASH advances equity, opportunity and inclusion for people with disabilities, with a focus on those with the most significant support needs, in the areas of education, employment and community living through advocacy, research and practice.

TechACCESS of Rhode Island

TechACCESS of Rhode Island was founded in 1991 to provide assistive technology services to people with disabilities. TechACCESS provides information, referrals, demonstrations, and technical assistance to individuals with questions regarding assistive technology. They also coordinate a library of informational resources and provide demonstrations of assistive technology.

Texas School for the Blind and Visually Impaired

The school serves as a leading center of expertise and resources, working in partnership with schools, families, communities and organizations to transform outcomes for students from birth to 22 who are blind, visually impaired or deafblind.

The 411 on Disability Disclosure: A Workbook for Youth with Disabilities

“The 411 on Disability Disclosure: A Workbook for Youth with Disabilities” is designed for youth and adults who are working with them to learn about disability disclosure. This workbook helps young people make informed decisions about whether to disclose their disability and understand how that decision may impact their education, employment and social lives.

The Arc

The Arc is the largest national community-based organization advocating for and with people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and serving them and their families to support their full inclusion and participation in the community throughout their lifetimes.

The Autism Project of Rhode Island

The Autism Project is a collaboration of parents, professionals and community members who provide quality support, training and programming that is accessible to all for children and adults with an Autism Spectrum Disorder, their families and those who work with them.

The Center for an Accessible Society

This site is a communications clearinghouse providing journalists with credible information and quotable sources on national disability policy and independent living issues.

The Institute Brief: Making Networking Easier for Job Seekers

This brief addresses some common reasons people may not be comfortable networking to find employment and provides some possible solutions.

The Laurent Clerk National Deaf Education Center at Gallaudet University

The Laurent Clerk National Deaf Education Center at Gallaudet University site includes a page with resources focusing on early intervention and early childhood education for children who are deaf or hard of hearing.

The Marketplace Application and Disabilities

This site provides information to help people answer questions about disabilities when filling out an application for Marketplace health care coverage. Those with disabilities, mental health conditions or personal assistance needs may be eligible for Medicaid or for help paying for coverage.

The Mobility Resource

The Mobility Resource connects people to the nearest dealer of wheelchair vans and adaptive driving equipment.

The Pacer Center (Parent Advocacy Coalition for Educational Rights)

The PACER Center enhances the quality of life and expands opportunities for children, youth and young adults with all disabilities and their families so each person can reach his or her highest potential. PACER operates on the principles of parents helping parents, supporting families, promoting a safe environment for all children and working in collaboration with others.

The Red Book - A Guide to Work Incentives and Employment Supports

The Red Book serves as a general reference source about the employment-related provisions of the Social Security Disability Insurance and the Supplemental Security Income programs for educators, advocates, rehabilitation professionals and counselors who serve people with disabilities.

The Red Book - A Guide to Work Incentives and Employment Supports (Spanish version)

The Red Book serves as a general reference source about the employment-related provisions of the Social Security Disability Insurance and the Supplemental Security Income Programs for educators, advocates, rehabilitation professionals and counselors who serve people with disabilities.

The Rhode Island Coalition For Family Support and Involvement - Family-Centered Practice: How are we doing?

The coalition developed this Family-Centered Practice Rating Scale as a tool for Rhode Island families, providers, schools and communities to evaluate and improve how programs in Rhode Island support families.

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• PDF English 294.15 KB

Theory of Action

Current Theory of Action for EI.

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Think College

Think College provides resources and tools for students, families, and professionals. This website shares what is currently available in college programs for individuals with intellectual disabilities, provides resources and strategies, and informs about training events. The information is for transition-aged students as well as adults attending or planning for college.

Think Work Stories

Think Work Stories is a series of employment success stories on subjects such as career planning, job supports, job matching, job negotiation, family support, and funding.