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FEDERAL LAWS RE INTERPRETING SERVICES
- The articles that follow this page are synopses of the cited laws. For the entire
law, contact the NAD Law and Advocacy Center.
Contributor: WVDDC
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Federal Disability Laws
- A brief discussion of some of the federal civil rights laws that have been passed to ensure that people with disabilities have the benefits of
full citizenship. Addresses and phone numbers are also provided for obtaining additional information.
Other Topics:
Civil Rights
Contributor: WVDDC
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Guide to Disability Laws
- This guide provides an overview of Federal civil rights laws that ensure equal opportunity for people with disabilities. To find out more about how these laws may apply to you, contact the agencies and organizations listed below.
Other Topics:
Civil Rights
Contributor: WVDDC
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TBI Tool Kit
- Av overview to traumatic brain injury
Contributor: WVDDC
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Web site - Employment of people with disabilities
- The mission of JAN (Job Accommodation Network) is to facilitate the employment and retention of workers with disabilities. JAN provided employers, employment providers, people with disabilities, their family members and other interested parties with information on job accommodations, self-employment and small business opportunities and related subjects. JAN's efforts are in support of the employment, including self-employment and small business ownership, of people with disabilities. JAN represents the most comprehensive resource for job accommodations available.
Other Topics:
Employment
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Web site - National Mental Health Information Center
- A rich resource of mental health programs, services, resources and information. Maintained by the "Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration" of the US Department of Health & Human Services.
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Mental Health Issues
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Web site - WV "System of Care"
- The "System of Care" network is the joint cooperative work of several different agencies providing services for children with emotional, mental or behavioral needs. This site will link you to different agencies, different services, and a wide range of inforation.
Other Topics:
Mental Health Issues
Special Education/Learning Disabilities
Other Mental Health
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Web site - WV Developmental Disabilities Council
- The WV Developmental Disabilities Council is a 32 member organization established by the Governor of WV in 1972. The Council’s mission is to assure that West Virginians with developmental disabilities receive the services, supports and opportunities they need to achieve independence, productivity, integration and inclusion into the community of their choice. This web site contains a wide variety of resources, links, and information for people with disabilities, and especially developmental disabilities.
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Mental Health Issues
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Web site - West Virginia Advocates (WVA)
- West Virginia Advocates is a statewide network of advocates, assisting individuals and families. WVA provides information, referral and technical assistance on legal, civil and service rights to people with disabilities and their families, friends, advocates, guardians and representatives, service and support providers, and the public.
WVA provides direct advocacy, including negotiation, mediation, investigation and legal representation in individual or class actions, to selected eligible people whose problems meet WVA priorities and case selection criteria.
WVA provides education and training for individuals, groups, private and public organizations, elected and appointed officials, and other policymakers regarding the legal, civil and service rights of people with disabilities.
Other Topics:
Mental Health Issues
Community Programs
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West Virginia Advocates - Brochure
- PDF brochure about West Virginia Advocates, the organization mandated by the federal government to advocate for and protect the legal rights of West Virginians with disabilities.
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Brochures
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