Region 2 Digital Lending Library

• Abledata
  http://www.abledata.com/
  
• Resources at Resource Materials & Technology Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (RMTC-D/HH) a FDLRS Center
• Kid Pix Studio Deluxe - http://www.fsdb.k12.fl.us/rmc/multimedia/kidpix.html

• Alliance for Technology Access
  http://www.ataccess.org/
  
• Closing the Gap
  http://www.closingthegap.com/
  
• Assistivetech.net
  http://www.assistivetech.net/
  
• AbilityHub
  http://www.abilityhub.com/

Excellent Math Programs Online http://www.globalclassroom.org/ecell00/javamath.html

Priory Woods School
http://www.priorywoods.middlesbrough.sch.uk/resources/restop.htm

Advocacy Center for Persons with Disabilities
2671 Executive Center Circle West Suite 100
Tallahasseee, Florida 32301-5092
Phone: (800) 342-0823  
Contact Person: Paul Finch   E-mail: info@advocacycenter.org
Website: http://www.advocacycenter.org/
Organization Type:  Advocacy and Law, State and Local Organizations
Disabilities Served:  General / Non-disability Specific

The Advocacy Center for Persons with Disabilities, Inc., is a non-profit organization providing protection and advocacy services in the State of Florida. Our mission is to advance the dignity, equality, self-determination and expressed choices of individuals with disabilities.

  Assistive Technology Educational Network of Florida
1207 Mellonville Avenue
Sanford, Florida 32771
Phone: 407-688-2201   Fax: 407-688-4593
Contact Person: Phyllis Neal-Wilson, Administrator   E-mail: Phyllis_Neal-Wilson@scps.k12.fl.us
Website: http://www.aten.scps.k12.fl.us/
Organization Type:  Assistive Technology, Information Centers, Parent/Family Support, Schools and School Districts
Disabilities Served:  ADHD/ADD, Autism, Brain Injury and Stroke, Cerebral Palsy, Communication and Speech, Cystic Fibrosis, Deaf / Blind, Developmental Disabilities, General / Non-disability Specific, Health Impairments, Learning Disabilities, Mental Retardation, Mobility Impaired, Multiple Disabilities, Multiple Sclerosis, Muscular Dystrophy, Neurological Disorders, Orthopedically Impaired

ATEN is a state-wide, grant funded project administered by Seminole County Public Schools, serving students ages 3-21. We provide training in assistive technology, maintain a demonstration lab with hardware and software, and administer a short-term loan program for students throughout the state.


Birth Defects Research for Children, Inc. (BDRC)
930 Woodcock Road, Suite 225
Orlando, Florida 32803
Phone: (407) 895-0802   Fax: (407) 895-0824
Contact Person: Betty Mekdici   E-mail: abdc@birthdefects.org
Website: http://www.birthdefects.org/
Organization Type:  Information Centers, National Organizations and Associations, Parent/Family Support
Disabilities Served:  General / Non-disability Specific

We provide comprehensive fact sheets about birth defects, as well as other information. If your child was born with a birth defect, we provide parent matching opportunities and information resources, including books and links. If you are researching birth defects, we have an area to get you started.


Brain Injury Association of Florida, Inc
201 East Asmple Road
Pompano Beach, Florida 33064
Phone: (954) 786-2400 (800) 992-3442   Fax: (954) 786-2437
Contact Person: Cindy Lovenvirth   E-mail: info@biaf.org
Website: http://www.biaf.org/
Organization Type:  Advocacy and Law, Parent/Family Support, State and Local Organizations
Disabilities Served:  Brain Injury and Stroke

The BIAF assists individuals with brain injuries, their families and professionals by providing: Statewide Information and Resource Center,Education and Training, Support Services, Toll-free Help line, Awareness and Prevention Programs, and Legislative Advocacy.


  CITE: Center for Independence, Technology and Education
32634 Blossom Lane
Leesburg, Florida 34788
Phone: (352) 365-1544   Fax: (352) 365-6970
E-mail: ccaprera@cite-fl.com
Website: http://www.cite-fl.com/
Organization Type:  Advocacy and Law, Assistive Technology, Disability/Disorder Specific, Parent/Family Support, State and Local Organizations
Disabilities Served:  Deaf / Blind, Multiple Disabilities, Visual Impairment / Blind

CITE promotes the independence of adults and children with blindness, low vision and other disabilities through technology, education, support and advocacy.


CREST School
2600 S Panther Pride Dr
Lecanto, Florida 34461
Phone: 3525270303   Fax: 3525270355
Contact Person: Debby Hudson   E-mail: hudsond@citrus.k12.fl.us
Organization Type:  Schools and School Districts
Disabilities Served:  ADHD/ADD, Autism, Cerebral Palsy, Communication and Speech, Developmental Disabilities, General / Non-disability Specific, Mental Retardation, Mobility Impaired, Multiple Disabilities, Spina Bifida

We are an ESE school serving the mentally handicapped and severely emotionally disturbed student. We have an enrollment of approximately 150 students.


  Center for Independent Living in Central FL, Inc.
720 North Denning Drive
Winter Park, Florida 32789
Phone: (407) 623-1070  
Contact Person: Jeanette Gassie   E-mail: info@cilorlando.org
Website: http://cilorlando.org/
Organization Type:  Independent and Community Living
Disabilities Served:  General / Non-disability Specific

CIL, in partnership with the community, promotes personal rights and responsibilities among people with all disabilities and strives to eliminate architectural, communication, and attitudinal barriers by providing education, resources, and training to enhance self-determination through informed choice.


  Family Network on Disabilities
8718 Haverhill St
Jacksonville, Florida 32211
Phone: 904-721-0028   Fax: 904-374-2468
Contact Person: Sherndina Moreland   E-mail: morelandassociates@yahoo.com
Organization Type:  Parent/Family Support
Disabilities Served:  General / Non-disability Specific



  Family Network on Disabilities of Florida, Inc.
2735 Whitney Road
Clearwater, Florida 33759
Phone: 727-523-1130   Fax: 727-523-8687
Contact Person: Tom Nurse   E-mail: Tom@fndfl.org
Website: http://www.fndfl.org/
Organization Type:  Advocacy and Law, Information Centers, Parent/Family Support, State and Local Agencies, State and Local Organizations
Disabilities Served:  General / Non-disability Specific

Family Network on Disabilities of Florida, Inc. is a statewide alliance of families of individuals with disabilities, special needs, or who are at-risk. Our mission is to provide family-driven support, education, information and advocacy.


  Florida Alliance for Assistive Services and Technology
1020 East Lafayette St, Suite 110
Tallahasseee, Florida 32301
Phone: (850) 487-3278   Fax: (850) 487-2805
Contact Person: Terry Ward   E-mail: faast@faast.org
Website: http://www.faast.org/
Organization Type:  Assistive Technology, State and Local Organizations
Disabilities Served:  General / Non-disability Specific

FAAST envisions a seamless supportive partnership between Florida business and government to provide assistive technology products and services which will enable persons with disabilities to participate in independent living, education, work and recreation from birth to death.


Florida Department of Corrections-Bureau of Education and Transition
2601 Blair Stone Rd
Tallahasseee, Florida 32399-2500
Phone: (850) 410-4400   Fax: (850) 922-2121
Contact Person: Barbara McAnelly   E-mail: mcanelly.barbara@mail.dc.state.fl.us
Website: http://www6.myflorida.com/
Organization Type:  State and Local Agencies
Disabilities Served:  General / Non-disability Specific

The Department of Corrections protects the public by operating a safe, secure, humane and efficient corrections system.


Florida State University
205 Stone Bldg.
Tallahasseee, Florida 32306
Phone: (850) 644-2525  
Contact Person: Patricia Mathas   E-mail: mailto:bedward@garnet.acns.fsu.edu
Website: http://www.fsu.edu/
Organization Type:  University-Affiliated Programs
Disabilities Served:  General / Non-disability Specific

The Florida State University is a comprehensive, graduate-research university with a liberal arts base. It offers undergraduate, graduate, advanced graduate, and professional programs of study, conducts extensive research, and provides service to the public in accord with its statewide mission. The University's primary role is to serve as a center for advanced graduate and professional studies while emphasizing research and providing excellence in undergraduate programs.


GR Enterprises
P.O. Box 970821
Coconut Creek, Florida 33097
Phone: 954-340-4888   Fax: 954-340-4999
Contact Person: Robert Mayersohn   E-mail: Rmayersohn@aol.com
Organization Type:  Assistive Technology, Information Centers, Parent/Family Support
Disabilities Served:  Cerebral Palsy

We advocate for children with cerebral palsy, so that they may receive the assistance they need educationally. This would include grants, funding or financial resources, as well as technological equipment to make learning accessible.


International Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressive Association
P.O. Box 196217
Winter Springs, Florida 32719
Phone: (407) 365-4194  
E-mail: mailto:%20together@ifopa.org
Website: http://www.ifopa.org/index.htm
Organization Type:  Information Centers, National Organizations and Associations, Parent/Family Support
Disabilities Served:  Mobility Impaired, Orthopedically Impaired

The International Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressiva Association, or IFOPA, supports education, clinical care, research, and communication. Fibrodysplasia (Myositis) Ossificans Progressiva is a disease in which normal bone forms in muscles and connective tissue, forming an extra skeleton that immobilizes the body.


  Iron Overload Disease Association
433 Westwind Drive
North Palm Beach, Florida 33408
Phone: (561) 840-8512   Fax: (561) 842-9881
E-mail: iod@ironoverload.org
Website: http://www.ironoverload.org/
Organization Type:  Disability/Disorder Specific, National Organizations and Associations
Disabilities Served:  General / Non-disability Specific

IOD publishes a bi-monthly newsletter entitled Ironic Blood. We stay at the cutting edge of all of the latest medical literature. We initiate and participate in research. We welcome you to our web site and wish to encourage you to become a member of our organization and join us in our efforts for universal health information on iron overload.


  Multiple Sclerosis Foundation
6350 North Andrews Avenue
Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33309
Phone: (888) MSFOCUS (673-6287)   Fax: (954) 351-0630
Contact Person: Kitty McCormick   E-mail: kitty@msfocus.org
Website: http://www.msfacts.org/
Organization Type:  Disability/Disorder Specific, Information Centers, National Organizations and Associations
Disabilities Served:  Mobility Impaired, Multiple Sclerosis

Our mission is to ensure the best quality of life today for those coping with Multiple Sclerosis through vital support services and educational programs, and to create A Brighter Tomorrow. The array of offered programs range in scope from local to international. They are designed with the needs of the individual MS patient in mind, providing much needed information,support and assistance. All MSF programs are funded through voluntary contributions; there are no membership fees or charges for our services. Our Equipment Program gives direct support through the purchase of new or used medical equipment, assistive technology and medical services. A national equipment database provides information on equipment loan closets, funding agencies, and organizations that provide services to the disabled around the country.

Parent to Parent of Miami, Inc
5555 SW 93rd Avenue
Miami, Florida 33165
Phone: (305) 271-9797   Fax: (305) 598-7752
Contact Person: Janet Bell Taylor   E-mail: mailto:Ptop1086@aol.com
Website: http://www.ptopmiami.org/
Organization Type:  Parent/Family Support, State and Local Organizations
Disabilities Served:  General / Non-disability Specific

Our program is a community wide, tax exempt, non-profit organization that provides information, educational training, support, and emergency assistance, to families who have children and adults with disabilities and/or special needs. The services are provided in English, Spanish and Creole.


  Pediatric Evaluation & Treatment Services
7710 SW 56th Avenue
Gainesville, Florida 32608-4405
Phone: 352-281-3229  
Contact Person: Stacia C Hastings, OTR/L, BCP   E-mail: P.E.T.S@att.net
Organization Type:  Disability/Disorder Specific, General
Disabilities Served:  ADHD/ADD, Autism, Cerebral Palsy, Communication and Speech, Developmental Disabilities, General / Non-disability Specific, Learning Disabilities, Mental Health Impairments, Mental Retardation, Mobility Impaired, Multiple Disabilities, Neurological Disorders

Pediatric therapy services with a sensory integration model and strong influence of incorporating a wide variety of concepts and approaches to support and promote language development. Gross motor, fine motor, visual perceptual, visual motor and activities of daily living skills are addressed. Strong emphasis on handwriting, keyboarding and production of written school work. Provide education for teachers regarding developmental and sensory deficits in various degrees that inhibit a child's production and how the teacher can ease the whole classroom's effort.


Prader-Willi Syndrome Association
5700 Midnight Pass Road, suite 6
Sarasota, Florida 34242
Phone: (941) 312-0400  
Contact Person: Janalee Heineman   E-mail: pwsusa@aol.com
Website: http://www.pwsausa.org/
Organization Type:  National Organizations and Associations
Disabilities Served:  General / Non-disability Specific

Prader-Willi Syndrome Association (USA) is dedicated to serving individuals affected by Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWS), their families, and interested professionals.


Sunshine States Cued Speech Services
1537 Sautern Drive
Fort Myers, Florida 34234
Phone: (941) 454-7848 Voice/TTY/Fax  
Contact Person: Barbara Caldwell   E-mail: cueflorida@msn.com
Organization Type:  State and Local Organizations
Disabilities Served:  Communication and Speech



Tanner Smith
2688 Deer Run
Pace, Florida 32571
Contact Person: Susan Smith   E-mail: starsmith5@aol.com
Website: http://jtdriver2005@aol.com/
Organization Type:  Advocacy and Law, Assistive Technology, Disability/Disorder Specific, Federal Agencies, General, Independent and Community Living, Information Centers, Parent/Family Support, Private Sector Companies, Schools and School Districts, State and Local Agencies, State and Local Organizations, United Cerebral Palsy Affiliates, University-Affiliated Programs
Disabilities Served:  ADHD/ADD, Brain Injury and Stroke, Cerebral Palsy, Neurological Disorders, Orthopedically Impaired


Tyler Institute at NOVA Southeastern University
3301 College Ave
Fort Lauderdale , Florida 33314
Phone: 954/262-7706   Fax: 954/262-3940
Contact Person: Carole Zangari   E-mail: zangaric@nova.edu
Website: http://www.fgse.nova.edu/slp/clinictyler/index.html
Organization Type:  Assistive Technology, University-Affiliated Programs
Disabilities Served:  Autism, Brain Injury and Stroke, Cerebral Palsy, Communication and Speech, Deaf / Blind, Developmental Disabilities, Health Impairments, Mental Retardation, Mobility Impaired, Multiple Disabilities, Multiple Sclerosis, Muscular Dystrophy, Neurological Disorders, Orthopedically Impaired

The Tyler Institute is a multifaceted institute focused on improving the quality of life for individuals with severe communication impairments.


UCP of Broward, Inc
3117 SW 13th Court
Ft. Lauderdale, Florida 33312
Phone: (954) 584-7178   Fax: (954) 584-3151
Contact Person: Joseph Aniello   Organization Type:  United Cerebral Palsy Affiliates
Disabilities Served:  Cerebral Palsy



UCP of Central Florida, Inc
33 East Robinson Street, Suite 103
Orlando, Florida 32801
Phone: (407) 841-4576   Fax: (407) 841-7492
E-mail: LoriUCPCF@aol.com
Organization Type:  United Cerebral Palsy Affiliates
Disabilities Served:  Cerebral Palsy



  UCP of Florida, Inc
2475 Apalachee Parkway, Suite 205
Tallahassee, Florida 32301
Phone: (850) 878-2141   Fax: (850) 656-0168
Contact Person: Lori Fahey   E-mail: ucpadm@nettally.com
Organization Type:  United Cerebral Palsy Affiliates
Disabilities Served:  Cerebral Palsy



UCP of North Florida, Inc.
1241-B East Avenue
Panama City, Florida 32401
Phone: (850) 769-7960   Fax: (850) 785-1060
Contact Person: Fred Null   E-mail: KDrugachmc@aol.com
Organization Type:  United Cerebral Palsy Affiliates
Disabilities Served:  Cerebral Palsy



UCP of Northwest Florida
3636 North L Street, Suite A3
Pensacola, Florida 32505-5248
Phone: (850) 432-9454   Fax: (850) 432-9456
Contact Person: Sherry White   E-mail: ucpirates@aol.com
Website: http://www.ucp.org/ucp_local.cfm/58
Organization Type:  United Cerebral Palsy Affiliates
Disabilities Served:  Cerebral Palsy, Developmental Disabilities

Our long-standing mission is to advance the independence, productivity, and full citizenship of people with developmental disabilities.


UCP of Palm Beach and Mid-Coast Counties
3030 South Dixie Highway #15
West Palm Beach, Florida 33405
Phone: (561) 832-7477   Fax: (561) 832-0529
Contact Person: Ella Schutt   Organization Type:  United Cerebral Palsy Affiliates
Disabilities Served:  Cerebral Palsy



UCP of Sarasota-Manatee, Inc
1090 South Tamiami Trail
Sarasota, Florida 34236
Phone: (941) 957-3599   Fax: (941) 957-3499
Contact Person: Wendy Resnick   E-mail: ucpsmi@gte.net
Organization Type:  United Cerebral Palsy Affiliates
Disabilities Served:  Cerebral Palsy



UCP of South Florida, Inc
1411 NW 14th Avenue
Miami, Florida 33125
Phone: (305) 325-1080   Fax: (305) 325-1313
Contact Person: Joseph Aniello   E-mail: info@ucpsouthflorida.org
Website: http://www.ucpsouthflorida.org/
Organization Type:  United Cerebral Palsy Affiliates
Disabilities Served:  Cerebral Palsy

The Mission of United Cerebral Palsy in South Florida is to affect positively: The quality of life for persons with cerebral palsy and other developmental disabilities, to meet their multiple needs and those of their families, and to prevent developmental disabilities and minimize their effects.


  UCP of Tallahassee, Inc
1830 Buford Court
Tallahassee, Florida 32308
Phone: 305-325-1080   Fax: 305-325-1313
Contact Person: Ruth Kohler   E-mail: mailto:%20info@ucpsouthflorida.org
Organization Type:  United Cerebral Palsy Affiliates
Disabilities Served:  Cerebral Palsy



  UCP of Tampa Bay, Inc/AdvanceAbility Solutions
2215 East Henry Ave
Tampa, Florida 33610
Phone: (813) 239-1179   Fax: (813) 237-3091
Contact Person: Karen Ryals   E-mail: kryals@ucptampa.org
Website: http://www.ucptampa.org/
Organization Type:  United Cerebral Palsy Affiliates
Disabilities Served:  Cerebral Palsy

AdvanceAbility Solutions' mission is to guide and assist families and individuals with ANY disability or other barriers in achieving their full potential resulting in community inclusion and independence.


United Cerebral Palsy of Miami
1411 NW 14th Avenue
Miami, Florida 33125
Phone: 305-325-1080   Fax: 305-325-1040
Contact Person: Yvonne Holley   E-mail: yvonne.holley@ucpsouthflorida.org
Website: http://www.ucpsouthflorida.org/
Organization Type:  Advocacy and Law, Assistive Technology, Disability/Disorder Specific, Independent and Community Living, Information Centers, Parent/Family Support, State and Local Organizations, United Cerebral Palsy Affiliates
Disabilities Served:  Autism, Cerebral Palsy, Communication and Speech, Deaf / Blind, Developmental Disabilities, Mental Retardation, Mobility Impaired, Multiple Disabilities, Muscular Dystrophy, Neurological Disorders, Spina Bifida

The mission of United Cerebral Palsy in South Florida is to positively affect the quality of life for people with cerebral palsy and other developmental disabilities, to meet their multiple needs and those of their families, and to prevent developmental disabilities and their effects.


United States Society for Alternative and Augmentative Communication (USSAAC)
PO Box 21418
Sarasota, Florida 34276
Phone: (941) 312-0992   Fax: (914) 312-0992
E-mail: ussaac@comcast.net
Website: http://www.ussaac.org/
Organization Type:  Assistive Technology, Disability/Disorder Specific, National Organizations and Associations
Disabilities Served:  Communication and Speech

The main purpose of USSAAC is to enhance the communication effectiveness and ultimately, the independence of persons needing access to a communication.


University of South Florida, School of Physical Education
PED 314/4202 East Flower Ave
Tampa, Florida 33620
Phone: (813) 974-3443   Fax: (813) 974-4979
E-mail: curtiss@tempest.coedu.usf.edu
Website: http://pe.usf.edu/
Organization Type:  University-Affiliated Programs
Disabilities Served:  General / Non-disability Specific

The School of Physical Education, Wellness, and Sport Studies has two important teaching functions in the University. As a school within the College of Education it contributes to the goal of providing professional educators for public school and non-school settings. Pre-service, graduate, and in-service programs have been designed using the research knowledge base for professional preparation and the extensive experience of the faculty. A second mission of the school is to provide elective physical education courses as part of the general or liberal education of students.


Yours, Mine, Ours
Florida
E-mail: inclusion@rushservices.com
Website: http://rushservices.com/Inclusion/homepage.htm
Organization Type:  Schools and School Districts, State and Local Organizations
Disabilities Served:  General / Non-disability Specific

We are advocates for the most successful and appropriate placement for each child. We also realize that one of the qualities of a good inclusion program is knowing when inclusion isn't the best option for a child.