Online Publications & Resources

Disability is Natural

The mission of Disability is Natural is to encourage new ways of thinking about developmental disabilities, in the belief that attitudes drive actions, and changes in attitudes and actions can help create a society where all children and adults with developmental disabilities have opportunities to live the lives of their dreams, included in all areas of life.​

Disability Rights Rhode Island (DRRI)

DRRI is the Official Protection and Advocacy System for Rhode Island. (DRRI) provides free legal assistance to persons with disabilities. Services include individual representation to protect rights or to secure benefits and services; self-help information; educational programs; and administrative and legislative advocacy. The agency administers eight federally funded advocacy programs, each of which has its own eligibility criteria.

Disability Services for Students at Community College of Rhode Island

Disability Services for Students (DSS) believes CCRI experiences should be accessible by all to the greatest extent possible. When academic experiences present barriers, accommodations may be necessary.

Disability Statistics Center

This is an online resource for U.S. disability statistics and detailed information on dozens of national-level disability data sources.

Division of Developmental Disabilities - Technical Bulletin on Self-Directed Services Allowable Goods and Services

This bulletin explains the allowable goods and services that can be authorized through self-directed plans in Rhode Island.

Donna Rizzo, I Hear It

Use this form to make a referral to I Hear It program.

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Down Syndrome Society of Rhode Island

The Down Syndrome Society of Rhode Island is a parent support organization dedicated to promoting the rights, dignity and potential of all individuals with Down syndrome through advocacy, education, public awareness and support.

Draw with Stars! (iOS)

In this free app, you can draw with stars on a black background.

Drawing Pad (iOS)

Draw with colorful pencils, markers, paintbrushes or crayons on this app designed for iPads. There is a fee for this app.

E-Pill Medication Reminders

This automatic pill dispenser helps individuals with disabilities and poor hand dexterity by dispensing medication into a metal cup.

Early Social-Emotional Development

This brochure outlines the importance of social-emotional development in young children and provides guidelines by age from birth through age 5.

Educational and Community Supports (ECS)

Educational and Community Supports (ECS) is a research unit within the College of Education at the University of Oregon that has operated since 1972. It conducts research and training to establish and expand the use of evidence-based behavior support practices that improve outcomes for people of all ages, especially those with disabilities.

Effective Practices for Students with Disabilities that Significantly Affect Function

This rubric is a collection of 10 well-researched strategies that have been used with many different student populations and were selected because of their proven effectiveness both with children who have low-incidence disabilities and with children who have other disabilities.

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Elmo Loves ABCs (Android)

Elmo has songs, videos and coloring pages about letters in this interactive app. Slide, sweep, swipe, touch, trace and dig to discover over 80 classic Sesame Street clips, 75 Sesame Street coloring pages and four different ways to play hide and seek. Touch and trace your favorite letter to unlock its surprises. There is a fee for this app.

Elmo Loves ABCs (iOS)

Elmo has songs, videos and coloring pages about letters in this interactive app. Slide, sweep, swipe, touch, trace and dig to discover over 80 classic Sesame Street clips, 75 Sesame Street coloring pages and four different ways to play hide and seek. Touch and trace your favorite letter to unlock its surprises. There is a fee for this app.

Elmo's Monster Maker (Android)

Make your own monster and then Elmo will dance and play with him! There is a small fee for this app.

Employment First for All (APSE)

APSE is a national organization that seeks to improve and expand integrated employment opportunities, services, and outcomes for individuals with disabilities.

Employment Resources and Planning: A Rhode Island Guide For Students with Disabilities

This guide is to help those who receive special education services (have an IEP) and are in grades 9-12 guide plan for employment and a career after high school.

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EmployRI

EmployRI is the Rhode Island Department of Labor and Training's online job-matching service.

EMPLOYRI - Rhode Island Department of Labor and Training (DLT)

EmployRI is the Rhode Island Department of Labor and Training's online job-matching service. Visit the site to find the DLT Career Center in your area.