| Title: |
Kentucky Disability Resource Manual: A Handbook of Program Descriptions, Eligibility Criteria, and Contact Information. Updated |
| Language: |
English |
| Authors: |
University of Kentucky, Human Development Institute |
| Source: |
Human Development Institute. 2019. |
| Availability: |
Human Development Institute. 126 Mineral Industries Building, Lexington, KY 40506. Tel: 859-257-1714; Fax: 859-323-1901; Web site: http://hdi.uky.edu |
| Peer Reviewed: |
N |
| Page Count: |
60 |
| Publication Date: |
2019 |
| Sponsoring Agency: |
Administration on Developmental Disabilities (DHHS) |
| Document Type: |
Guides - Non-Classroom; Reports - Descriptive |
| Education Level: |
Higher Education; Postsecondary Education |
| Descriptors: |
Developmental Disabilities; Disabilities; Children; Health Services; Health Insurance; Assistive Technology; Access to Education; Educational Needs; Place of Residence; Community Programs; Employment; Financial Support; Screening Tests; Access to Health Care; Federal Legislation; State Programs; Transitional Programs; Higher Education; Student Needs; Head Injuries; Brain; Independent Living; Home Programs; Caregivers; Supported Employment; Vocational Rehabilitation; Blindness; State Aid; Advocacy; Autism; Down Syndrome; Mental Disorders; Legislators; Students with Disabilities; Social Services; Equal Education; Educational Legislation |
| Geographic Terms: |
Kentucky |
| Laws, Policies and Program Identifiers: |
Individuals with Disabilities Education Act |
| Abstract: |
This manual was designed primarily for use by individuals with developmental disabilities and related conditions. It is hoped that it is also useful for families, as well as service coordinators and providers who directly assist families and individuals with developmental disabilities. The focus of this manual is to provide easy-to-read information concerning available resources, and to provide immediate contact information for the purpose of applying for resources and/or locating additional information. Sections include: (1) Resources for Children with Disabilities; (2) Healthcare and Insurance Resources; (3) Assistive Technology; (4) Education; (5) Community Living; (6) Employment Resources; (7) Financial Resources; and (8) Additional Resources. [For the November 2016 edition of this Manual, see ED574707.] |
| Abstractor: |
ERIC |
| Entry Date: |
2019 |
| Accession Number: |
ED599753 |
| Database: |
ERIC |