We want to find answers - and we will - with your help.
Supporting Education, Research & Management of
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome / Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy
& Neuropathic Chronic Pain Diseases
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About Assisted Living - A non-profit resource for caring about a child, spouse or the elderly and the role of assisted living, finding a facility and answering questions.
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Aches and Gains Radio Show - Dr. Paul Christo
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ADA National Network - Information, guidance, and training on the Americans With Disabilities Act. To get answers to technical questions, obtain general ADA information, order free ADA materials, or ask about filing a complaint, please call: 800-514-0301 (voice); 800-514-0383 (TTY)
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Administration for Community Living.org - The Administration for Community Living (ACL) is pleased to provide resources to connect people with disabilities, older adults, caregivers, families, and professionals to important federal, national, and local programs and information.
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Alliance for Balanced Pain Management - Advocating for balanced pain management by supporting organizations and individuals who share a common goal to reduce pain, reduce medicine abuse and improve care.
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American Academy of Neurology (AAN) - Get trusted answers to pressing questions regarding causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of common neurologic disorders.
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American Academy of Pain Medicine (AAPM) - The Voice of Pain Medicine - The American Academy of Pain Medicine (AAPM) is the medical specialty society representing physicians practicing in the field of pain medicine. As a medical specialty society, the Academy is involved in education, training, advocacy, and research in the specialty of pain medicine.
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American Association of People with Disabilities - The American Association of People with Disabilities is a convener, connector, and catalyst for change, increasing the political and economic power of people with disabilities.
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American Autoimmune Related Disease Association - Dedicated to the eradication of autoimmune diseases and the alleviation of suffering
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American Chronic Pain Association (ACPA) - To facilitate peer support and education for individuals with chronic pain and their families so that these individuals may live more fully in spite of their pain. To raise awareness among the health care community, policy makers, and the public at large about issues of living with chronic pain. (Visit us on Facebook)
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American Pain Society - Research - Education - Treatment - Advocacy - The American Pain Society is a multidisciplinary community that brings together a diverse group of scientists, clinicians, and other professionals to increase the knowledge of pain and transform public policy and clinical practice to reduce pain-related suffering.
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American RSDHope - Increasing Awareness of CRPS. Though no longer an active society, their website still exists through mid-2017 as a resource for the chronic pain community.
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American Society of Pain Management Nursing - To advance & promote optimal nursing care for people affected by pain.
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Arthritis Foundation - Leading the fight for the arthritis community, the Arthritis Foundation helps conquer everyday battles through life-changing information and resources, access to optimal care, advancements in science and community connections. (Also visit us on Facebook)
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Assistance Dog United Campaign - The Assistance Dog United Campaign (ADUC) is a health and human welfare organization which provides financial assistance to individuals who have the need for an assistance dog but have difficulty in raising the necessary funds and to people and programs whose purpose is to provide assistance dogs to people with disabilities.
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Assisted Living Facilities - A non-profit organization providing a list of over 36,000 assisted living facilities, including answers to many questions you may have.; information for all ages and types of disabilities.
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The Beauty Bus Foundation - Delivering Hope Through Beauty - Beauty Bus Foundation delivers dignity, hope and respite to chronically or terminally ill men, women and children and their caregivers through beauty and grooming services and pampering products.
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Body in Mind - Research Into the role of the brain and mind in chronic pain. This website focuses on attempts to better understand the way the body, brain and mind interact, particularly in the role of the brain and mind in chronic and complex pain disorders.
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Burning Nights - CRPS/RSD UK - Increasing awareness in the UK & Worldwide
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Canine Companions for Independence - Canine Companions is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that enhances the lives of people with disabilities by providing highly trained assistance dogs and ongoing support to ensure quality partnerships.
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Center for Courageous Kids - An opportunity for parents and kids who deal with daily pain to kick up their heels & have fun in a safe, accepting environment!
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Center for Disability Rights - New York - To assist individuals with disabilities to empower themselves, live in the community and maintain their own independent living. CDR employs two full-time Independent Living Specialists; one, a Spanish Speaking Independent Living Specialist to meet the needs of bilingual consumers. We utilize a peer-based approach to assist you with achieving your Independent Living goals.
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Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) - protect America from health, safety and security threats, both foreign and in the U.S. Whether diseases start at home or abroad, are chronic or acute, curable or preventable, human error or deliberate attack, CDC fights disease and supports communities and citizens to do the same. CDC increases the health security of our nation. As the nation’s health protection agency, CDC saves lives and protects people from health threats and responds when these arise.
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Chronic Babe - As a young woman with multiple chronic illnesses, I get you—I know what it’s like to feel limited, to want more out of life. That’s why I created ChronicBabe: To help you have an amazing life in spite of illness.
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Chronic Pain Site - A Forum dedicated to providing guidance in the comprehension and management of chronic pain. We believe that the well-informed person has the ability to take charge of their pain rather than having pain take charge of them.
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Cluster Headache Foundation - Informational and educational website dedicated year round to helping all seeking knowledge regarding cluster headaches.
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Community Pain Center (online) - ...an interactive, comprehensive web destination, designed specifically for people with pain and the individuals who treat their pain, will help meet the unmet needs of the pain community.
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Consumer Pain Advocacy Task Force - ...a coalition of 17 consumer organizations working to improve the well-being of those living with pain.
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CPRS Community - The UK's first website for understanding CRPS - Complex Regional Pain Syndrome - and a variety of information including research and general information.
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CRPS Forum - Online community of support and understanding
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Dental Lifeline Network - Donated dental services for those who are in financial need, elderly, permanently disabled or medically fragile
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Disabled Parenting Project - The Disabled Parenting Project (DPP) is an online space for sharing experiences, advice, and conversations among disabled parents as well as those considering parenthood.
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Disabilities, Opportunities, Internetworking, and Technology (DO-IT)- Promoting inclusion and success for people with disabilities, including college funding information for students with disabilities, and DO-IT Pals (an electronic community of teens with disabilities planning for college and careers. They engage with each other, mentors, and DO-IT Staff and learn about useful resources)/
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Empowered Patient Coalition - Giving the public a stronger voice in their health decisions for advocacy and safety.
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Family Caregiver Council - Resources and support from today’s leading authorities in caregiving, for the many issues and challenges that arise.
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Familia Unida - Unconditional love, hope & support to individuals & families living with MS & disabilities.
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Ferocious Fighters - An all-volunteer organization providing care packages to kids and teens with RSD/CRPS.
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Fibromyalgia Care Society of the United States - The mission of the Fibromyalgia Care Society of America (FCSA) is to provide education, care and supportive services to individuals living with fibromyalgia, their families and the community at large. FCSA will also work to educate medical providers on the appropriate diagnostic, care and treatment of those living with this condition.
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Fibromylgia Coalition International - FCI's goal is to develop and execute programs dedicated to addressing the root causes of Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, and to provide research, information and resources for natural solutions associated with fibromyalgia and related conditions.
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Focus on the Family - Learn more about living with chronic pain and illness.
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For Grace - Empowering Women In Pain!
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Foundation for Peripheral Neuropathy - The Foundation for Peripheral Neuropathy is a Public Charity committed to fostering collaboration among today’s most gifted and dedicated neuroscientists and physicians.
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GBS-CIDP - Supporting individuals & their families affected by Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS), chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy (CIDP), & related syndromes such as multifocal motor neuropathy (MMN) through support, education, research, and advocacy.
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Get Relief Responsibly - GET RELIEF RESPONSIBLY® provides tools to help you choose, use, store, and dispose of over-the-counter (OTC) medications safely.
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Growing Pains - A site for adolescents living with pain.
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Guide to Disability Rights Laws (Disability.Gov) - There are several federal laws and regulations that protect the rights of people with disabilities and touch almost every aspect of our daily lives. Learn more!
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Heroes of Healing - A Pain Survivor Community - An online support group, this community offers an opportunity for caregivers or those with pain to connect in a safe, secure space. Heroes of Healing offers discussion forums, personal story blogs, videos and more!
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HUD - Disability rights in housing.
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Independence at Home - Connecting individuals to a full-range of healthcare services for individuals 55 and over.
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International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP) - The International Association for the Study of Pain brings together scientists, clinicians, health-care providers, and policymakers to stimulate and support the study of pain and translate that knowledge into improved pain relief worldwide.
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International Research Foundation for RSD/CRPS - The International Research Foundation for RSD / CRPS is a not-for-profit organization (501c3) dedicated to education and research on Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy and Complex Regional Pain Syndrome. The primary mission of the Foundation is to establish an international research network which will help educate medical professionals and support research worldwide.
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INvisible Project - Pain Awareness Through Photography -The INvisible Project highlights the day-to-day experiences of pain survivors through photographs.
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Learn About Your Pain - Learn About Your Pain is a comprehensive website and educational tool for people with pain, caregivers and the general public who want to learn more about specific diseases and disorders that are associated with chronic pain.
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Lifescript - Find an RSD Specialist in Your Area
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Mayo Clinic - CRPS Defined
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My Fibro Team - MyFibroTeam is a social network and online support group for people who are living with fibromyalgia. MyFibroTeam gives you the easiest way to find the best team of providers and peers who are living with fibromyalgia. Share with others like you, and learn from their experience.
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Nanolume - Pain-tracking app that helps track the chronic pain experience so that it can be accurately relayed to the doctor. Check it out!
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NAFC (National Association of Free & Charitable Clinics) - Medical, dental, pharmacy, vision & behavioral health services to economically challenged Americans.
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National Ability Center - Utah - It is our philosophy at the National Ability Center to offer a broad range of programs for individuals of all abilities. With an emphasis on safety, education and, of course, fun, the National Ability Center strives to identify and develop year-round recreational opportunities which might otherwise be inaccessible and unavailable.
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National Coalition of Chronic Pain Providers & Professionals - A network of health providers, professionals, & organizations working on behalf of individuals with chronic pain, their families & their caregivers.
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National Fibromyalgia and Chronic Pain Association (NFCPA) - The NFMCPA is the leading resource for fibromyalgia and chronic pain information, and unites patients, policy makers, and healthcare, medical and scientific communities to transform lives through visionary support, advocacy, research and education of fibromyalgia and chronic pain illnesses.
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National Headache Foundation - A non-profit organization whose mission over the past 46 years has been to further awareness of headache and migraine as legitimate neurobiological diseases.
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National Health Information Center - Calendar of national health observances, federal health information centers, and toll-free numbers for health information.
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National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD) - NORD, a 501(c)(3) organization, is a patient advocacy organization dedicated to individuals with rare diseases and the organizations that serve them. NORD, along with its more than 260 patient organization members, is committed to the identification, treatment, and cure of rare disorders through programs of education, advocacy, research, and patient services.
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National Patient Advocate Foundation - We represent the patient's voice nationwide, particularly those struggling with a chronic, debilitating or life-threatening illness, support sensible reforms that will expand access to health care for patients, and protect them from the often unjust and discriminatory effects of illness.
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Neuropathy Action Foundation - The Neuropathy Action Foundation (NAF), a 501(c)(3) non profit, is dedicated to ensuring neuropathy patients obtain the necessary resources, information and tools to access individualized treatment to improve their quality of life. The NAF increases awareness among providers, the general public and public policy officials
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Neuropathy Journal - The Neuropathy Journal is written for patients suffering from neuropathy and their caretakers; by neuropathy patients who share their first-hand experiences in living with this often misunderstood affliction. The journal’s purpose is to advance the understanding of neuropathy in layman’s terms.
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Neuroscience News - Dedicated to neuroscience research news
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Pain Connection - Dedicated to empowering people with chronic pain
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Pain Exhibit - Visual arts exhibit by those with chronic pain
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Pain Matters - Pain Matters was developed by Teva Pharmaceuticals to offer practical information and resources for healthcare professionals and people affected by chronic pain as they navigate the evolving and complex pain care landscape.
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Pain News Network - Pain News Network is a 501(c)(3) non-profit online news source for information and commentary about chronic pain and pain management whose mission is to raise awareness about chronic pain, and to connect and educate pain sufferers, caregivers, healthcare providers and the public about the pain experience.
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Pain Pathways - World Institute of Pain Magazine
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Pain Relief Revolution - Empowering People to Make Smarter, Healthier Choices
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PAINS - The Pain Action Alliance to Implement a National Strategy (PAINS) is a consortium of leaders working in professional societies, patient advocacy organizations, policy groups, consumers, payers and the private sector working together toward a common vision and mission.Transforming the way pain is perceived, judged and treated.
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Partners Against Pain - Pain Management Awareness - In 1993, to raise awareness of the importance of pain management, Purdue Pharma LLC established Partners Against Pain to provide the tools and resources that will help patients, caregivers and healthcare professionals better understand and communicate the complexities of chronic pain.
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Patient Advocate Foundation - Solving insurance and healthcare access problems since 1996
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Patients For Medicare Access - Patients for Medicare Access is a campaign led by the U.S. Pain Foundation, made possible through funding by UCB, Inc., a leader in the biopharma industry. Along with patients, caregivers and providers nationwide, Patients for Medicare Access is committed to educating policy makers and legislators to protect patients' access to life-saving drugs covered under Medicare Part B.
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People With Pain Matter - People with Pain Matter is an online community dedicated to raising public awareness of the impact of chronic pain on the lives of nearly 100 million Americans. The opioid-abuse epidemic is a tragedy, one that requires a thoughtful, national response. However, our country’s response to the opioid epidemic has had drastic, unintended consequences for people suffering with pain. We support public policy to combat addiction and drug overdose while additionally recognizing the needs of people with chronic pain. Most importantly, we are committed to reshaping our nation’s dialogue on pain, strengthening the nation’s investment in new therapies that reduce the crisis of chronic pain and allowing those living with pain to maintain necessary and timely access to pain relief without labels and stigmatization.
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POP RSD/CRPS Quilt Program - Creating Unity & Awareness
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Power of Pain Foundation - Addressing the needs of neuropathy pain patients.
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Practical Pain Management - Practical Pain Management keeps both the patient and the practitioner in mind. PPM strives to provide practicing pain specialists, including PCPs, rheumatologists, pediatricians, orthopedics, neurologists, and emergency medicine specialists—in short, clinicians on the front lines of pain—with practical clinical information on a variety of pain topics.
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Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy Syndrome Association (RSDSA) - Supporting the CRPS Community
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Rock Out To Knock Out RSD - Working for awareness & research
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Stop Childhood Pain - StopChildhoodPain.org is run by The Childhood RND Educational Foundation, Inc, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to educating health professionals and families who deal with Ampified Musculoskeletal Pain Syndromes (AMPS).
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Suicide Prevention Lifeline - Suicide is preventable - help is here!
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Suffering the Silence - Suffering the Silence is an online community for people living with chronic illnesses, a space for patients, friends, and family to share and witness the true living experience of chronic disease. Too often patients of these illnesses feel silenced and dismissed.
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Teens and Kids Fighting CRPS/RSD - RSDSA - Sharing Stories
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The American Chronic Pain Association (ACPA) - Facilitating Peer Support and Education
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The Samaritans - The oldest and largest suicide prevention, crisis response network in the world.
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The Unbroken Smile - Our site was designed to bring us together regardless of what condition we may have been diagnosed with... We are here to inspire each other, tell our stories, share our arts, share our advice, and lean on one another. Also, getting some much-needed tips and ideas along the way of how to cope and live each day in Chronic Pain.
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U.S. Pain Foundation - U.S. Pain Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to serving those who live with pain conditions and their care providers. We are here to help individuals find resources and inspiration.
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U.S. Election Assistance Division - Resources for voters with disabilities
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US National Library of Medicine - National Institute of Health - The world’s largest biomedical library, NLM maintains and makes available a vast print collection and produces electronic information resources on a wide range of topics, and supports and conducts research, development, and training in biomedical informatics and health information technology.
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World Institute on Disability - The World Institute on Disability (WID) is a nonprofit that works to fully integrate people with disabilities into the communities around them in a variety of different ways.
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W2 Promotions - Race promotion company
Pain, Disability, Independent Living, Support Information
Independent Living, Disability Resources, Support
& Transportation - CA
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Ability Tools - Assistive Technology Network - A FREE service of the Ability Tools that connects Californians to the assistive technology (AT) devices they need to live independently. Here you will find new and used low and high-tech devices for people with disabilities that include magnifiers, mobility devices, hardware and software.
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California Assistive Technology Reuse Coalition - The California Assistive Technology Reuse Coalition is a non-profit organization that supports organizations to accept and give out donations of assistive technology (AT) and durable medical equipment (DME) to people in their communities for free or low-cost. The CATRC believes Californians who are uninsured or under-insured can benefit from clean, used devices and that the practice of reuse reduces waste, which is good for the environment.
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American Chronic Pain Association - Los Angeles Branch (MeetUp) - The Los Angeles Chapter of the American Chronic Pain Association (ACPA) will meet on the first Tuesday of each month at the Fairfax Community Center (7929 Melrose Avenue, Los Angeles, 90046), from 2 PM to 3:30 PM. The ACPA is a non-profit, self-help group designed to teach people who suffer from chronic pain - pain that continues longer than six months and is not completely relieved by medication or medical treatment - to reduce the impact pain has on their working and personal loves. All prospective members are welcome to attend or to contact Tom Norris at 323-733-0109 for more information.
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California Department of Health Care Services - Affordable Care Act (ACA) - About the various programs and services members are benefitting from as a result of the ACA.
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California Department of Health Care Services - Assisted Living Waiver - ALW is a Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waiver program and services were created by legislation that directed the California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) to develop and implement the project to test the efficacy of assisted living as a Medi-Cal benefit.
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California Department of Health Care Services - Steps to Medical - Medi-Cal is California's Medicaid program. This is a public health insurance program that provides free or low cost medical services for children and adults with limited income and resources.
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California Department of Rehabilitation - AT (Assistive Technology Program) - For people with disabilities, assistive technology allows them to live independently and be part of the community. AT allows individuals with disabilities to hear a talking clock when they can't see it, feel the vibration of an alarm instead of hear it, get dressed with the use of a dressing stick.
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California Foundation for Independent Living Centers - The mission of the California Foundation for Independent Living Centers is increasing access and equal opportunity for people with disabilities by building the capacity of Independent Living Centers.
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California Health & Human Services - The California Health and Human Services Agency oversees departments and offices that provide a wide range of services in the areas of health care, mental health, public health, alcohol and drug treatment, income assistance, social services and assistance to people with disabilities.
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Central Coast Center for Independent Living (CCCIL) - Monterey, San Benito & Santa Cruz Counties, CA - CCCIL promotes the independence of people with disabilities by supporting their equal and full participation in life. CCCIL provides advocacy, education, and support to people with disabilities, their families, and the community. We’re one of a nationwide network of Centers for Independent Living whose philosophy is that we who have disabilities have the right to control our lives and make our own choices.
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Community Access Center - Riverside, CA - The mission of non-profit Community Access Center is to empower persons with disabilities to control their own lives, create an accessible community and advocate to achieve complete social, economic, and political integration. Never a fee for services provided. We implement this vision by providing information, supportive services and independent living skills training.
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Community Resource for Independent Living - Alameda County, CA - A peer-based disability resource organization that advocates and provides resources for people with disabilities to improve lives and make communities fully accessible. CRIL offers independent living services at no charge to persons with disabilities living in southern and eastern Alameda County.
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Disability Action Center - Serving Northern California - Colusa, Butte, Glenn, Tehama, Plumas, Shasta, Lassen, Siskiyou, and Modoc counties. It is the purpose of DAC to assist persons with disabilities to achieve and/or maintain their independence. DAC will provide support services (eg. information, housing assistance, and provider referrals) and to eliminate barriers (physical, emotional, societal, etc.) to increase opportunities for participation in the community. DAC will also work to ensure provision of needed services, identified by persons with disabilities and other community members, while supporting consumers’ rights to live independently.
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Disability Organizing Network - The Disability Organizing Network is working to include people with disabilities in the discussions that impact their lives. The Independent Living Movement is organizing and growing, reminding the world: "Nothing about US without US!" The Disability Organizing Network works to grow the disability community to be recognized amongst decision makers in California.
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FREED Center for Independent Living - Nevada, Sierra, Yuba, Sutter and Colusa Counties, CA - FREED’s Mission is to eliminate barriers to full equality for people with disabilities through programs which promote independent living and effect systems change, while honoring dignity and self determination.
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Independent Living Resource Center of San Francisco - We work collaboratively with individuals to help them determine what services and programs are right for them. We provide information and referrals related to assistive technology, housing, employment, and eligibility for benefits, as well as free peer counseling. Above all, we are a disability rights advocacy organization, and we actively encourage consumers to join our efforts to advocate for the rights of all people with disabilities.
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Independent Living Resource Center - Ventura, Santa Barbara & San Luis Obispo Counties, CA - Whether interested in finding information and referrals for accessible housing, transportation, or education; seeking assistive technology or assistance with the processes around benefit programs such as SSI, SSDI, Medi-Cal, and work incentives programs; or looking for an advocate, ILRC is equipped to provide these services and more.
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Northridge Facial Pain & Trigeminal Neuralgia Support Group (MeetUp) - This group is for those with various types of neuropathic facial pain, including trigeminal neuralgia. If you, a friend, or family member suffers from TN or a related face pain disorder, we are a welcoming support group. Our members include men and women who have had this disorder for months to those who have had it for many years. Some are managing the pain through various techniques, some have had successful surgeries, and we are all here to share our experiences and to help each other.
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Pasadena Chronic Pain Support Group - Please email for more information! Meets 2nd and 4th Friday from 1-2:30 pm at All Saint's Episcopal Church. All faiths welcome.
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RSD-CA - California RSD/CRPS support community website (find us on Facebook)
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Silicon Valley Independent Living Center - SVILC provides residents with support tools and resources needed to live interdependently, and advocates for policies that ensure equal access and opportunity for all. SVILC is a peer-driven agency run by and for people with disabilities.
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Transportation Resources - PDF download of services available in LA County.
Home Tips & Assistance
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Ability Tools - AT provides a variety of services for Californians with disabilities of all ages. Services include: AT Exchange Marketplace, device lending libraries, in-person and webinar trainings, technical assistance to organizations on AT issues and coordinate the California Assistive Technology Reuse Coalition, financial loan programs, information and referral, and reuse programs in affliiation with organizational partners.
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Accessible Home Consultants - To provide the most effective home modifications so you can achieve independence and remain safe at home.
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Assistive Technology Industry Association - ...a not-for-profit membership organization of manufacturers, sellers & providers of technology-based assistive devices &/or services. The mission of ATIA is to serve as the collective voice of the assistive technology industry association so that the best products & services are delivered to people with disabilities.
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CAP - ...to provide assistive technology & accommodations to support individuals with disabilities & wounded, ill & injured Service members throughout the Federal Government...
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Mealtime Partners - Specializing in assistive dining & drinking equipment
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Rehab Mart - Our mission is to carefully select products that promote independence, improve function, and make an innovative impact on the lives of persons using the products.
Transportation/Paratransit
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ADA Paratransit: How to Make Your Case - To assist people with disabilities to obtain an accurate and fair ADA paratransit eligibility determination. Many people with disabilities who should be eligible for paratransit services according to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) are denied eligibility because transit agencies are not accurately assessing their capacities. People with disabilities can affect this process, in many cases, by carefully documenting their disabling conditions, ensuring all their disability-related impairments are assessed, and taking other steps described here.
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National Aging & Disability Transportation Center (NADTC) - To provide the most effective home modifications so you can achieve independence and remain safe at home.
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National Volunteer Transportation Center - The Center was created in 2014 response to the outpouring of interest in volunteerism related to the delivery of transportation services to many population groups including children, work force participants and older adults.
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Volunteer Transportation Providers - An interactive map of the US listing all volunteer driving organizations serving the elderly and disabled. Find your state and scroll by city or county.
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Find-a-Ride: Taxicab, Limosine and Paratransit Association.org (TLPA) - "Places to go, people to see, and things to do? Let one of our many member transportation service providers get you where you need to be!" Select the Paratransit option...
Links last checked June 1, 2017. Please contact us with notification of any changes or errors.
Watch & Learn
"Pain Matters"
“Pain Matters” chronicles the stories of six people with pain and their loved ones: a U.S. Navy veteran who sustained debilitating injuries while serving in Iraq, a two-time Stanley Cup-winning hockey player, a car accident survivor, and individuals with osteoarthritis, fibromyalgia and Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS). The stories of people with pain are at the center of the film with leading experts in pain management providing perspective on the science behind chronic pain and how it’s treated, the effects of untreated pain, as well as the future of pain management.
The Doctors
Originally airing on October 21, 2013, "The Doctors" explore the world of RSD, one person's battle with the disease, and life with this complex, disturbing illness.
The Experience & Impact of Having CRPS & the Need for Early Diagnosis & Treatment
RSDSA
Advances on Non-Operative Pain Management
USCTV-US Davis
Chronic Pain Syndromes
USCTV-US Davis
The Science of Pain
USCTV-US Davis
Women in Pain: Chronic Pain Management
USCTV-US Davis
Psycosocial Aspects of Chronic Pain
USCTV-US Davis
Disclaimer
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