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Education & Financial Assistance

• Financial Aid
• General Information
• School Finder

• General
• Health Care & Nursing

• Animals & Pets
• Disabilities & Special Needs
• Health Issues
• Human Services
• Legal Services
• Senior Citizens & Aging

• General Technology
• Internet Technology

• Financial Aid
  • Elis Hattemer provided this link to assist those in search of college financial aid The Best Scholarship Search Platforms of 2017 that offers a broad range of information and added sources for those in search of fianancial aid.

  • MoneyGeek.com provides information and resources for finding college financial aid including FAFSA, scholarships and more

  • Fire and Forestry Scholarships and Financial Aid Guidebook offers resources for those interested in pursuing an education and career in fire and forestry science. Some of the highlights from this guide include:
    • Fire science scholarships
    • Where to find grants and loans
    • Benefits of pursuing degrees in fire science

• General Information
  • Celina Chapman provded this link Discover Business Degree and College Resources that features an updated listing of business schools across the country as well other guides and resources that would be useful to a prospective business school student.

  • Morgan Casey of BestColleges.com has sent a link to their current publication ranking the Best Online Master's in Reading & Literacy Programs for your review and consideration.

  • Social Work Degrees - Jessica Klein offers this site which provides in-depth information on more than 800 social work programs at the graduate and undergraduate level throughout the US.

  • Paralegal Certification Scoop is a free resource for those wishing to enter the legal field as a paralegal or legal assistant.

    Christina Wilson invites you to visit MoneySavingPro's hub for information guides and advice for students and their families.

  • Austin Anderson of aRealOnlineDegree has provided this link to their resource for students with disabilities which offers a broad range of information - http://arealonlinedegree.com/college-resources/resources-students-disabilities/

• School Finder
  • Best Universities Online is dedicated to providing the best content for those who are searching for an online education. They also list a database of schools to choose from.

• General Employment
  • Social Work Guide - Laura McPherson believes this guide can help students and continuing learners develop their careers in the social services field with information on degrees, profiles of schools, career advice articles, and state-by-state guides to licensure. We also provide simple to use resources for recent and approaching graduates, such as our jobs board that displays new openings every day

  • DeepSweep.com is a free nonprofit job board. DeepSweep includes job postings from all walks of the nonprofit sector. Positions advertised include entry-level vacancies and career opportunities for seasoned, nonprofit staff, as well as senior-level executives.

  • JobHero offers has a lot of great career-related information including help with writing resumes and cover letters, salary negotiation and aid to veterans in finding employment.

• Health Care & Nursing
  • Aaron Tooley has provided the following:
    • OnlineFNPPrograms.com which was created to help students find and research graduate nursing programs. By doing extensive research, they hope to both save students time and help them make informed decisions and
    • Guide to Advanced Practice Registered Nursing that contains detailed guides about ten different APRN specialties based interviewing over 40 practicing APRNs.

  • CRNA Schools Today states it is the most comprehensive CRNA resource on the web with a comprehensive national directory where candidates can research state specific information and local requirements for CRNA licensure and certification.

  • www.NursingSchool411.com is a free A-Z guide on exploring nursing as a career.

  • CNA Classes Online focuses on helping readers find online CNA classes as a cheaper and more convenient form of training.

  • Nursing Degree Guide is a comprehensive search engine designed for students who are interested in learning more about Nursing programs around the country.

  • The Center for Online Education created an online RN to BSN degree guide, which includes key information for students deciding if a bachelor's degree in nursing is right for them.

  • Geriatric Nursing Schools & Resources is dedicated to people who are interested in finding nursing schools for geriatric nursing programs.

  • Emma & Jack offer NursingSchoolsNearMe.com, a website helping students and experienced nurses.

  • Barry Franklin owns and manages NursePractitionerSchools.com, an online resource for students interested in NP programs. The site provides varied information and guides that may be of interest.

  • Jacob Phillips of My Medical Assisting Degree offers Medical Assisting Resources as a source of information for those interested in a career as a medical assistant.

  • Ameet J. Arurkar has provided this resource link for those interested in a CNA career. CNAClassesNearYou.com offers free information on genuine, affordable, State board approved CNA Classes to prospective students interested in pursuing a Nursing career as well state-based CNA requirements, certification and exams information.

  • Go LPN Online teaches students how they can empower their future as a Licensed Practical Nurse.

  • Think CNA Online is a trusted online resource for providing training and career information to Certified Nursing Assistants.

  • Charles Sipe has shared this site with us as a source of information on nursing careers, guides and a review of hospitals- Nurse.org

  • Jillian Fell has created this site to help those interested in CNA career. Take a look at all she has to offer at CNA Free Training

  • Here is another comprehensive source of information for those interested in a career in nursing - CNA Ceritification Scoop

  • Margaret Jones invites you to visit Top Nursing for a platform that offers detailed information about LPN. She says it's a one-stop solution for all the queries related to this profession.

  • Thanks to Louisa we are sharing Nursing Education Resource Guide created by SmartScholar.

  • Steph Marlin has provided the follwoing links offering more information for those interested in a career in health care:
    • http://www.familynursepractitioners.org
    • http://www.onlinerntomsn.com/

  • Sally Worthington of RegisteredNursing.org has provided this link to their site and the information it provides in keeping with their goal to promote excellence in nursing and advance the nursing profession.

  • Our thanks to Tong for offering this link to Health Career Exporer for those interested in a career as an Ultrasound Technician.

  • US News report on health care career opportunities

  • WhyBecomeANurse.Com offers a site were aspiring nurses can find information on what it takes to become a nurse in every state within the United States. They also outline top nursing schools for each state as well.

  • CNA Classes is a recently re-launched site with the goal of being the most comprehensive resource for anyone interested in obtaining a CNA Certification and exploring entry-level medical careers. Visitors to the site benefit from informative videos, expert interviews, and comprehensive testing resources.

  • CNA Training Classes offers free training materials, practice tests and videos for nursing assistant students who want to pursue CNA career and get some additional free training materials while they are preparing for their certification exam.

  • Top CNA Classes was specifically developed to assist nurse aide students to gain complete knowledge on CNA Training, free classes, certification, jobs, exam and nurse aide salary. In addition, you are also offered an option to search your locally based school by entering your zip code for completing your training programs.

  • Top Medical Assistant Schools is devoted to helping students learn more about a career as a medical assistant.

  • FindMyLPNPrograms.com is a social media focused website, but it is much more than that. It has NCLEX practice tests, video galleries and the actual contact info for every practical nursing school in the nation.

  • Learn what is a medical assistant at eMedicalAssistants.com a site that helps students who want to pursue medical assisting career. Authored by healthcare providers who have years of experience behind them, the site mainly provides information on medical assisting jobs , career, training programs, certification, and also the best schools across the nation.

  • Hospital Jobs Inc offers a free US interactive "nearest hospital search" clickable map with directions along with a healthcare related job board

  • Online Medical Assistants Programs offers information and links to more data on the highest paying healthcare jobs by degree level and much more

  • RN to BSN Online Programs is dedicated to helping students learn more about a career in nursing
  
  Free Web Pages or Listings

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  These sites offer free web pages or listings to not for profit groups. Please understand this is not the same as hosting a web site. Rather, the service offered by these sites is a way to get exposure while you develop a web site of your own or to increase your organization's web exposure if you already have a web site.
  
  The sites may also provide other services and/or links to other sources of useful information to the not for profit community.
  • WeCareToo This is our site. We offer a free web page to not for profit organizations. The page includes all contact information, links to the organization's e-mail and own web site (if they have these features) and a 400-500 word message about the organization and its activities. In addition, our site provides a free search engine registration form and various fund raising programs that may be of interest to a non-profit group and its supporters.

  • Idealist offers free listing pages on their site and provides links to a number of other resources for the NPO community. The listings are on separate web pages similar to what is offered on our site. They are also know as The Idealist.

  • Charity Village is a Canadian based site. They offer listings on their site. The listings are short and are not on a separate page for each group. They will provide a link to your own web site, if you have one. They also have links to a large assortment of other sites and resources.

  • GuideStar offers free listings. They are on separate pages for each group and can include general information about your organization. They do not provide links to your own web site and e-mail. They do have a feature by which you can provide financial information about your group and indicate your status in terms of being able to receive tax deductible contributions.

  

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  Free or Low Cost Web Site Hosting at These Sites
  
  While the above sites provide you with a free listing on their directory, this does not take the place of having a web site of your own. Following are places to go to learn more about free and / or low cost hosting of a complete web site for your organization. Some of these will require that you allow the service provider to run ads on the pages your visitors will view when visiting your site. You need to evaluate what is within your group's budget and best meets your needs. CheapWebHostingNet offers a comprehensive, non-commercial guide on hosting. You may want to check them out before selecting a hosting site.
  • WeCareToo, our site, is hosted by WebHostingPad.com. They are an award winning hosting service and offer low cost hosting services together with email capability and tools for building your own web site. The cost is a little as $4.95 per month for a huge amount of space. Use this link to visit WebHostingPad. Enter coupon code "wecaretoo" and get a $5.00 discount when you sign up.

  • Dream Host.They provide free hosting for 501(c)(3) organizations. Their free service is only available to U.S. based 501(c)(3) organization.

  • Angelfire (Affiliated with Lycos). This sites and ones similar to it are examples of providers that will give you a web site in return for having their ads appear on your pages.

  • The following sites offer listings of a number of other service providers that offer free and / or low cost hosting to not for profit organizations. Some of their listings may be better suited to your needs and worth looking into.
    • FreeWebspace.net
    • Budgetweb.com
  
  
  

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  Fundraising and Grants
  
  These sites provide information relating to general fund raising and grants. They also include other information of interest to the NPO community and links to even more sites that may contain further information of benefit to your group.
  
  
  • Ellie Hays has sent us The Essential Guide to Planning a Fundraising Event. While based in the U.K., the guide may give you some useful tips on conducting a successful fundraiser.

  • Crowdrise.com offers internet fundraising pages. Create your compelling project pages and share them with your friends to raise funds online.
    
    
  • Fundsnet offers a lot of information. We particularly like this alphabetic listing section of their site that helps you navigate to the geographic or subject listing that may be of most interest.
    
    
  • TGIC-the grantsmanship center offers a free magazine to the staff of nonprofit organizations or government agencies and online access to recent articles. The material covers fundraising, grant seeking and related areas. They also offer training workshops in grantsmanship, proposal writing and fundraising.
    
    
  • The Foundation Center map page provides you a large amount of information about what they offer and will help you move around their site to find what you need to possibly help you in your fund raising activities.
    
    
  • The Chronicle of Philanthropy site offers a variety of information. Topics include Gifts & Grants, Fund Raising, Managing Non-Profit Groups and Technology. A lot of what they offer is free, but you will need to become a subscriber to gain access to all they offer.
    

  These sites offer specific fund raising programs that may be of interest to your organization. They may be affiliated with a commercial enterprise. We list them for your consideration without making any endorsement of them.
  

  • Driven Coffee Fundraising helps hundreds of schools,churches, sports teams, non-profits & other organizations raise money to achieve their goals

  • GlobalFingerprints partners with national churches around the world to send children to school and help care for their physical, spiritual and emotional needs.
  
  

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  General Non-profit Information
  The following sites offer general information, links to other resources and some tools that may be useful to your organization.
  
  
  • WeCareToo thinks you may find the information on the Sumac library page of interest. It includes a broad range of articles dealing with interacting with supporters, fund raising, etc. They also offer a range of software solutions for non-profits and have a newsletter that you may wish to subscribe to.

  • Charity Channel provides general information, various "forums" for sharing information, a way to share documents with others, a listing of not for profit consultants, job posting in the NPO sector and links to "VolunteerMatch" where you can find volunteers or offer your volunteer support.

  • Independent Sector is a site for a membership organization of foundations, nonprofit groups and corporate giving programs to support philanthropy, volunteering and citizen action. They provide information about these activities via their site.

  • National Center For Nonprofit Boards states they are the only nonprofit organization dedicated to building stronger nonprofit boards and stronger nonprofit organizations. In addition to publishing booklets, videos and audiotapes they also sponsor workshops and use their web site in other ways to strengthen the boards of nongovernmental organizations throughout the world.

  • Techportal is a resource site put together by a group called TeamTech working with the Northern California Council for the Community. The site provides information and links to a number of other sites that may be of interest to your organization. It is searchable by category, location and key word. They have a lot to offer and are working to add even more.

  • Ventureneer is an online peer learning service which offers online learning tools, including interactive classes, free web events, blogs and articles, to support nonprofits, social enterprises, and small businesses so that leaders are able to make better strategic decisions for these organizations.

  • m/Oppenheim Associates provides executive recruiting for nonprofits to serve leaders and boards driven to make the world a better place.
  
  

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  Government
  Following are links to web sites and resources that contain information of interest to both the general public and not for profit groups as well:
  
  
  • Jennifer Tran - Veteran benfits - http://www.veteranaid.org offers detailed information on a veterans pension benefit called Aid and Attendance (A&A) for veterans who require assisted living care in a community or at home.

  • Internal Revenue Service This site provides tax related information including how to become a registered not for profit, tax forms you will need to file and answers to other questions relating to operating a not for profit organization. Unfortunately, the site gets a lot of traffic and may be difficult to connect to.

  • CountyOffice.org provides a comprehensive list of state and local governmental agencies including descriptions, location and contact information.

  

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  Online Contributions & Donations
  
  A potentially beneficial way to receive contributions is by allowing your supporters to make a donation online by credit card or other means.by There are a number of sites that offer this service to not for profit groups so that your supporters can contribute online. You can also provide this service through your own site. Most of the sites that offer the service charge a fee for doing the processing. We have seen fees as high as 15%. Accepting credit card contributions through your own site can be far cheaper, but there are still significant costs involved and the need to administer and maintain the service. There are alternatives you may wish to consider.
  • Network for Good (formerly Helping.org) , for varying fee levels, offers a number of fund raising services to non-profits. They also have links to other services of possible interest to the non-profit community.

  • PayPal is a commercial service that allows you to receive credit card payments. The service is "free" for credit card payments made to you and also allows you to make credit card payments for a reasonable per transaction fee. Click on the PayPal logo to go to their site to learn more and sign up for their service.
    
    
    
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  The issue of whether or not an organization needs to be registered in every state in which they solicit contributions is not clear. Some experts say this is required. Others say an organization only needs to be registered in the state in which they are organized. We and Helping.org both recommend that you review this issue with your legal advisor before using this or any other service to solicit online contributions by credit card or other means.

  

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  Register With Search Engines
  
  Once you have a web site (or a dedicated page on another web site such as WeCareToo) you need to register with at least the major Internet search tools. This is the way to help people "surfing" the world wide web find you. The best way to do this is by going to each search site and completing its submission information. An alternative is to at least register with the major sites using a submission service. Here are some to consider.
  • WeCareToo's Free Submission Tool allows you to submit your site/page to a number of the top search tools.

  • entireweb.com provides the ability to quickly register with the major search engines.

  

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  Special Interest
  • Animals & Pets
    • Joy McMahon and Bella, one of her students sent along Information and Resources on Alternatives to Animal Testing which also includes links to a number of related resources.

    • Suzie Cyrene - provided this information regarding pet adoption - Ultimate guide to pet adoption

    • Pet-Abuse.com is a site dedicated to news about animal and environmental issues around the world. They have a lot of information and links to many other sources.

    • Andrea Ramirez of CouponChief.com believes pet owners may find their huge guide, Saving money on Pet Care beneficial and invites you to pay a visit
    

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  • Disabilities & Special Needs

    Nearly 1 in 5 people in the U.S. have a disability. Those with disabilities are more likely than those without disabilities to report having poorer overall health, less access to adequate healthcare and more engagement in risky behaviors such as smoking and physical inactivity These facts were enough to encourage a team to put together a toolkit to help raise awareness about the health and safety of our disabled population. We are pleased to share this resource collection on WeCareToo's "Resource" page.

    • Department of Justice page that provides information about the Americans With Disabilities Act and AIDS/HIV
    • Disability Accommodation Cost Guide
    • Home Safety for People with Disabilities
    • Fire Safety & Disabilities Guide
    • The Ultimate Guide to Driving with Disabilities
    • Disability and Obesity
    • A Safety Guide for Disabled Pedestrians
    • Cyrus Dylan sent us the following links offering varied resources for those caring for or having "Special Needs":
      • Legal Resources for Special Needs
      • Keeping Disabled Persons Safe While Remodeling
      • Creating a Home Where Your Disabled Child can Thrive
      • Teacher Resources for Special Needs
      • Disability and Credit Scores
      • Disability Resources from the Department of Labor
      • Tips for Disabled Persons to Declutter and Organize their Home
      • Financial Planning for Special Needs

    • Julia Dunlap of The Simple Dollar offers their guide on how to financially plan and provide for a child with special needs. The guide can be found at How to Plan (& Provide) for a Child with Special Needs.

    • Haley Masters has provided this link, Champion Treveler's ultimate guide to traveling with disabiities.

    • Jenny Wise suggested these sites related to safety for people in general and those with disabilities:
      • Disaster Safety for People with Disabilities: What to Do When Emergency Weather Strikes
      • Disaster Preparedness For Seniors By Seniors
      • Grants for Home Modification: 16 Resources for Homeowners with Disabilities
      • Safe travels: Disaster preparedness on the road
      • How Mortgages Are Affected in Disaster-Prone Areas
      • Family Communication Plan for Parents
      • Emergency Power Planning for People Who Use Electricity and Battery-Dependent Assistive Technology
      • Emergency Preparedness for People With Disabilities - Guide and Checklist

    • Jacob Klein - offers Sportsfacts.org for help to those with special needs in attending a sporting event.

    • Claire Mitchell of Job Prices in the UK provided 15 things every newly disabled person should know about to help the newly disabled in the UK.

    • Thanks to Lindsay and her mom, Julie, for bringing to our attention CheapOair. It is part of a commercial site, but offers a wealth of information for people dealing with disabilities or a handicap while traveling.

    • Patricia Sarmiento of the Public Health Corps. has shared the following list of information that may be useful to those providing love, care and support to special needs kids:
      • Home Safety for Kids!
      • 5 Important Reasons Why Your Child Needs Routine to Succeed
      • PBS Parents: Communication Strategies for Children with Learning Disabilities
      • Create Your Own Anti-Anxiety Kit for Children
      • 5 Ways for Teachers to Help Students with Special Needs
      • Adapting the Childcare Environment for Children with Special Needs
      • Disability Remodeling for the Home
      • A Guide for Disabled Homebuyers
      • Disabled Renters' Housing Rights
      • The Ultimate Guide to Home Accommodations for Persons with Disabilities
      • Disability Rights in Housing
      • Grants for Home Modification: 16 Resources for Homeowners with Disabilities
      • Preparing for Disaster for People with Disabilities and Other Special Needs
      • Fire Safety and Disabilities Guide
      • Learn About the Different Types of Service Dogs
      • How to Cope with Sudden Illness or Disability
      • Depression and Disability: A Practical Guide
      • The 45 Warning Signs of Prescription Drug Abuse
      • How to Stay Physically Active: Aging Well with a Physical Disability
      • Top Tips for Getting Fit if You're Disabled
      • The Guide to Securing Life-long Accommodations for Adult Children with Special Needs
      • Teaching Your Child about Peers with Special Needs
      • Creating the Optimal Living Environment for a Child with ADHD
      • Autism Service Dogs, Leash-On-Life ADHD and Addiction - What is the Risk?
      • Supports, Modifications, and Accommodations for Students with Disabilities
      • Autism and Addiction: Coping with and Treating Your Dual Diagnosis
      • 20 Incredible Colleges for Students with Special Needs
      • What You Need to Know About the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) & Obamacare

    • Steve Anastasiadis, the editor of Homeadviceguide.com, provided this link to a guide for kitchen saftey for single parents of children with disabilities - Kitchen Safety for Disabled Children

    • Martin Block and his team have put together a toolkit to empower our disabled population and their caregivers with various resources to help build supportive communities:
      • Teaching Children with Developmental Disabilities: Classroom Ideas
      • Homeschooling Special Needs Children
      • College Assistance Guide for People with ADHD
      • Employees' Practical Guide to Negotiating and Requesting Reasonable Accommodations
      • Guide for Employees with Disabilities and Their Employers
      • A Wall Steet Journal Article on A New Savings Plan for the Disabled
      • A Guide for Disabled Homebuyers
      • Home Accessibility Cost Guide

    • Julie Loomis and her daughter, Grace, shared this article about home accessibility for those suffering some form of dissabilty. It provides a wealth of information. Grace hopes to work with people with disabilities when she's older. We hope she does.
      www.elevators.com/lifts-and-other-home-adjustments-for-disabled-individuals/

    • Keri and her daughter Reese provided this link on Home Fire Safety including Fire Safety Resources for the Dsabled while doing a school project and asked us to share with you.

    • Elizabeth Turner of The Simple Dollar provided these links to provide information on:
      • Guide to Disability Benefits
      • Disability Benefit Calculator
      • Elizabeth has also provided reviews.com's tutoring guide for those dealing with learning disabilities and needing tutoring help. The site also offers a large number of guides covering other issues.

    • Elena McDermott provided these links to resources that may be helpful to parents of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and a few comorbid diseases such as Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Fibromyalgia:
      • Sesame Street Autism Resources for Parents
      • Reduce the Noise: Help Loved Ones with Sensory Overload Enjoy Shopping
      • Resources for Military Families
      • Academic Accommodation Resources
      • Going to the Orthodontist with CFS
      • Estate Planning for Parents of Special Needs Kids

    • Eric Johnson of US Health Corps provided these links in hopes they may provide useful information.
      • The Science of Sleep: How Healthy Sleeping Habits Can Reduce Chronic Pain is a commercial site that also provides information on choosing a proper mattress to help reduce pain.
      • Hot Weather Tips for People with Disabilities and Chronic Conditions
      • Tips for Making the Adjustment to Summer with Special Needs Children
      • 82 Summer Activities for Families with Special Needs
      • Tips for Physically Challenged Travelers
      • Tips for Helping Your Service Dog Beat the Heat

    • Household Quotes Jessica Milly offers this link for a comprehensive guide to home adaptations for disabled people.

    • Caroline Hampton asked that we share these links with you as a way to reach those living with or caring for those suffering a dissability:
      • Disability Accommodation Cost Guides
      • Personal Finance Guide for People with Disabilities
      • 8 Steps for Learning Disabled Students Who Want to Go to College
      • 34 Great Jobs for People with Disabilities
      • Autism and Addiction: Coping with and Treating Your Dual Diagnosis
      • Travel Tips for Workers with Disabilities
      • The Guide to Securing Life-long Accommodations for Adult Children With Special Needs
      • Types of Service Dogs

    • Our thanks to Michelle Billick for sharing The Fully Accessible Guide tp Paying for College Students with Disabilities.

    • Nicole Bradford offers Complete Guide to Mattresses & Bedding Products providing bedding product and mattress advice to help people with disabilities sleep comfortably.

    • Alison Sanchez offers Cerebral Palsy Group and their website providing free educational information and support to those who have been affected by cerebral palsy and other developmental disabilities

    • Caroline Hampton of Open Educators suggested these resources for those having "Special Needs" and we are pleased to share them with you:
      • R-word dedicated to elimating use of the "R" word to define a person unlike ourselves
      • 20 Tips for Keeping Your Child with Special Needs Safe in Your Home
      • Disability Accommodation Cost Guides
      • 6 Tax Tips for Parents of Children with Special Needs
      • Wheelchair and Handicap Ramp Cost Guide
      • Behavior Management Techniques for Teachers: Inclusive Classrooms
      • The Guide to Buying Used Accessible Vehicles
      • The Best Activities for Special Needs
      • Autism in the Teen Years: What to Expect, How to Help
      • The Guide to Securing Life-long Accommodations for Adult Children with Special Needs

    • Linda Johnson of DisabilityHelper offers these sources for your use in dealing with issues involving "Special Needs" people.
      Hobbies and Activities for Special Needs
      • Planning for the Future for Seniors with Special Needs
      • Teaching the Art of Cooking to People with Disabilities
      • Assistive Technology Buying Guide
      • Home Organization for Newly Disabled Seniors
      • Should They Stay or Should They Go: Selling a Home with Modifications
      • Legal Guide for Newly Disabled Seniors

    • Jenny Thompson has provided this link to BestMattressReviews.com and their comprehensive guide to help increase awareness about disabilities and sleep including expert advice for sleep products and bedroom setup for those with a disability, curated resources for all of the five disability categories, caregiver resources and much more.

    • Jovan Johnson has provided the following links for special issues for parents of children with autism:
      • Child Law Help Center provides a guideline of issues parents of an autistic child would do well to consider during/after divorce.
      • Dental Visits for a Child with Autism provides ideas on taking children with autism to the dentist and making that visit as easy as possible.

    • Kelly sent us this link, Creating an Accessible Garden for Disabled Gardeners, to show a disability doesn't have to stop you from enjoying your garden, and some changes that can be made to make it more accessible.
    

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  • Health
    • Hannah Bessinger believes the MesotheliomaHelp website offers tons of resources for those fighting mesothelioma, such as information on treatment options, a free downloadable eBook, articles written by medical professionals and patients, and an essay scholarship that helps spread awareness.

    • Chelsea Montanaro offers this link Mesothelioma Trust Fund for information about this deadly disease and dealing with the cost of treatment.

    • Jasmine McCarthy of DrugRehab has shared with us these links in hopes of increasing awareness of the impact of drug and alcohol abuse and addiction:
      • DrugRehab.com
      • Advanced Recovery Systems

    • Alex of Cerebral Palsy Guidance offers this link to a source of broad ranging information and a blog devoted to informing and helping those dealing with cerebral palsey www.cerebralpalsyguidance.com

    • Amy Davis of The Recovery Village offers her organizartion's site as a source of information and support to those dealing with substance abuse and recovery. Visit The Recovery Village to learn more.

    • Laura Pearson has provided Recall Reports which is an online resource with information on mental health including information for specific demographics, including men, women, seniors, children/teens, students, veterans, homeless and more. It also includes support resources and educational materials spanning important topics/pages, including addiction, alcoholism, substance abuse, depression/anxiety, recovery and rehabilitation. A special section deals specifically with potentially dangerous drugs and can be found at Drug Recalls

    • We thank Jennifer McGregor for offering the folowing suggested resources for those interested in healthy living:
      • How Nutrition in Addiction Treatment Speeds Recovery
      • Healthy Eating: Simple Ways to Plan, Enjoy and Stick to a Healthy Diet
      • Diet May Be as Important to Mental Health as It is to Physical Health
      • How to Optimize Your Home for Healthy, Stress-free Living
      • Eating Real Food on a Budget
      • The Ultimate Guide to Turning Your Home's Yard into a Community Garden

    • Kevin Gibbons suggests this link for those dealing with the issue of alcohol abuse - AlcoholAwareness

    • Kevin Gibbons has supplemented his suggestion with two blogs dealing with a wide range of substance abuse issues and other compulsive behavior issues:
      • Inpatient.org
      • Outpatient.org

    • Sarah Nicholson has submitted DrugRehabs.net for its guides and links to local support sources for those in need of help.

    • Mary Lamphere of aDrugRehab.org also offers their site for their in-depth information on addiction treatment and mental health issues
    

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  • Human Services
    • Sherry Chen suggests Baby Proofing Your Backyard for an interacting guide to help protect your child.

    • Christine Diaz of SingleMothersGrants offers their site as a source of help to financially disadvantaged families with finding assistance programs. Their directory lists assistance programs that help with utility, energy, mortgage, rent, medication, education and medical bills.

    • Grant Ausbury of Family Living Today shared their in-depth guide, The Parent's Guide to Child Safety at Home, and a related graphic that highlights the most dangerous rooms at home and how to make them safer. Its found at Inforgraphic.

    • Diana Lam - Caring.com has a mission: to help the helpers. We equip family caregivers to make better decisions, save time and money, and feel less alone -- and less stressed -- as they face the many challenges of caregiving.

    • Matt Joseph of ADTsecurity offers these links for information regarding fire safety:
      • Tips for Child Safety (Fire Safety & Winter Safety)
      • Fire Safety Checklist

    • Child Care Aware - a site that provides users with qualitychild care information both for a career in child care and help in finding quality child care providers.

    • GreaterGood.com - offers a family of online activism sites that harness the power of the Internet to help people, animals, and causes in need.

    • Drunk Driving (DUI) - Ashley Knowles provided these links to resources dealing with the issue of drunken driving:
      • findtreatment.samhsa.gov/ is the government-sponsored search engine of more than 20,000 drug and alcohol treatment providers, offering different methods and levels of care across the country.
      • singerislandtreatment.com/dui-drugged-driving/- leads to the most comprehensive overview of current research and statistics on drunk driving and DUIs that we could find on the web. The page includes more than 20 citations over governmental and academic authorities on the issue, as well as a discussion of prevention and treatment.
      • americanaddictioncenters.org/alcoholism-treatment/legal-consequences/ - offers an excellent overview of the many types of legal consequences one must face for a DUI, aside from the obvious of jail, suspension and fines. Another good means of deterrence.

    • Mary Albrecht provided the following links:
      • QuitSmokingCommunity.org raises awareness of the consequences of smoking and helps communities become smoke-free.
      • AlcoRehab.org supports QuitSmokingCommunity's cause of promoting a healthier lifestyle through education and awareness including alcoholism.

    • Sarah Miller of The Mortgage Reports offers their site and resources to those interested in home ownership and financing. Check them out at:
      • General site - The Mortgage Reports
      • First-Time Home Buyers Guide: Buying With Student Loans And Debt
      • First-Time Home Buyer's Guide: Making A Downpayment
      • Guide To Buying A Home: Young Families

    • Anne Carr of The Popular Home offers this link to a comprehensive blog dealing with 65 Unbelievably Simple Home Improvement Tips

    

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  • Legal Services
    • usaep.org - Mesothelioma Law Firm - Lawyer locating service for mesothelioma patients

    • MesotheliomaLawyerCenter.org - Legal resource for asbestos victims diagnosed with mesothelioma

    • MesotheliomaLawyer.com provides a comprehensive resource to mesothelioma patients and their families to provide information about both the legal and medical aspects of the disease.

    • Virgil Anderson provided these links to Mesothelioma.net and Mesothelioma Article for a group that covers the topic of mesothelioma and related cancers and a discussion of the condition.

    • Birth Injury Lawyer - offers a vast resource of information covering all aspects of birth injuries, aimed at providing answers to the many questions parents have when their child has a birth injury.

    • Medical Malpractice Center has a goal to help educate expectant mothers, fathers, and family members by providing information on different types of pediatric malpractice, birth injuries, and state-by-state malpractice laws and limitations in hopes of reducing these types of injuries.

    • Chelsea Green offers Birth Injury Center a website dedicated to promoting awareness of common birth injuries and their causes.

    

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  • Senior Citizens & Aging
    • Tommu Sulivan of Retirement Living has provided a link to Retirment Living Iformation Center as convenient, easy-to-use resource designed to assist individuals in planning and making decisions about their retirement.

    • Natalie Kelly provided these Senior Citizen resources and assistance sites:
      • Legal Resources for Seniors
      • Veterans Benefits for Seniors
      • Making the Move to Assisted Living
      • Keeping Seniors Safe with While Remodeling
      • Disaster Preparedness for Seniors
      • Advanced Care Planning
      • Home Accommodations for Seniors
      • Aging Veteran's Guide to Planning for the Future
      • Tips for Seniors to Declutter and Organize their Home
      • Elder Care Resources

    • Patricia Sarmiento of PublicHealthCorps provided these resource links relating to aging and senior citizens:
      • Age in Place | Practical Advice
      • Aging in Place Home Loan Modification Programs
      • Assistive Technology - Devices to Help with Everyday Living
      • 19 User-Friendly Apps for Seniors, Alzheimer's Patients and Caregivers, Individuals with Disabilities, and Special Needs Children
      • Prescription Drug Abuse in the Elderly
      • Rehab and Medicaid: The Ultimate Guide
      • 15 Ways to Take Care of Your Elderly Parents
      • How Caregivers Can Take Better Care of Themselves
      • Rehab and Medicare: The Ultimate Guide to Addiction Treatment for Seniors
      • Senior State Health Insurance Assistance Program: Find Your SHIP by State
      • A Guide to Senior Living in Southern California: Medication, Healthcare Equipment and Nutrition
      • 8 Questions Older Men Should Ask Their Healthcare Providers
      • A Employee's Guide to Health Benefits Under COBRA
      • A Professional's Guide to Assisting Families with Obtaining Government Benefits

    • We thank John Moreland and Marie Villeza of Elderimpact.org for providing these resource links relating to aging and senior citizens:
      • Housing Tips and Advice from The National Aging in Place Council
      • Preventing Falls at Home
      • Fall Prevention Tips for Seniors | A Home Design Guide
      • National Institute on Aging provides varied information of interest to people growing older
      • The Benefits of Cooking with Alzheimer's: A Caregiver's Guide
      • 14 Ways to Help Seniors Avoid Isolation
      • Canine Caregivers for Dementia and Alzheimer's Patients
      • A Senior's Guide to Using Computers and Software
      • Economic Security for Seniors Facts
      • Home Safety and Security for Aging-in-Place Seniors
      • Medication Safety For The Elderly: A Guide For Patients And Caregivers
      • Overdose Response Guide: Awareness, Prevention, And Preparedness For Caregivers Of Addicts
      • The Ultimate Guide To Senior Nutrition
      • Health: What To Expect In Your 70s And Beyond
      • A Guide To Downsizing For Seniors And Their Loved Ones
      • Is My Elderly Parent Incompetent? What To Do If You’re Worried
      • Senior-Friendly Remodeling
      • 12 Ways To Help Seniors Avoid Social Isolation
      • Caretakers' Guide To Moving Seniors Into A Facility

    • Kathleen Turner offers these suggestions to those looking for information related to issues affecting seniors:
      • Aging at Home: Common Problems and Solutions
      • How Seniors are Designing Social Support Networks
      • The Ultimate Guide to Home Accommodations for Persons with Disabilities
      • The Benefits of Emotional Support Animals
      • Depression in the Elderly: 7 Ways to Help
      • Guide to Addiction Prevention for Seniors
      • Finding a Family: Discovering Your Queer Community When You're 65
      • Recognizing and Treating Depression: A Guide for the Elderly & Their Caregivers
      • Rehab and Medicare: The Ultimate Guide to Addiction Treatment for Seniors

    • Marie Villeza has submitted these sites to help provide for happier senior living - because they truly are the golden years:
      • Netune Society Offers Transportation Options for Seniors Who Don't Drive
      • ElderOneStop Offers Outdoor Elderly Activities.
      • HomeAdvisor Provides Information On Retiring in Your Own Home: How Baby Boomers Can Age in Place.
      • Aging Care Discusses The Healing Power of Pets for Elderly People
      • Professional Motor Sales Shares The Grandparent's Guide to Sharing Your Love of Classic Cars with Your Grandchild.
      • GO Overseas Offers Volunteer Abroad Programs for Senior Travelers.
      • Redfin Provides The Senior's Guide to Becoming a Real Estate Agent in Their Golden Years
      • Everyday Health Offers Exercise Essentials for Healthy Aging.
      • Mayo Clinic Offers Exercising with Osteoporosis: Stay Active the Safe Way.

    • Susan Williams who blogs for Senior Care Helper offers these links for your consideration and use:
      • Helpguide.org Offers help in finding and planning for Making the Move to Assisted Living
      • MedlinePlus Provides a wide range of Senior Health Resources.
      • Your Storage Finder Provides Moving Tips for Seniors
      • The Real Deal Provides a Guide to Senior Nutrition.
      • Retired Brains Offers Financial Resources for Seniors and more.
      • Guide to Medicare and Medicaid for Seniors
      • Senior Veterans Service Alliance Discusses Veterans Benefits for Seniors
      • Just Great Lawyers Provides Legal Planning for Alzheimer's and Dementia Patients and Their Families

    • Caroline James with ElderAction.org offers these sources of information and help in dealing with issues involving the senior community:
      • Social Isolation and Loneliness Checklist: Recognizing the Signs in Friends, Family and Yourself
      • Aging in Place with a Little Help from Roommates, Neighbors and Teenagers
      • 5 Winter Hazards & How Seniors Can Avoid Them
      • Wheelchair and Handicap Ramp Cost Guide
      • Anxiety in Older Adults
      • Symptoms Seniors Can't Afford to Ignore
      • Preparing Your Home for a Loved One with Alzheimer's: A Caregiver's Guide
      • 10 Great Volunteer Jobs for Retirees
      • What You Need to Know About Volunteering During Retirement
      • 4 Tips for Connecting with Your Young Adult Children Over the Holidays
      • Parental Instinct: Identifying and Stopping Opioid Abuse in Adult Children
      • How to Bond with Estranged Adult Children

    • Denise and Jessie Morales offer Financial Education For Older Adults as a source of information about financial planning for those 50 and above.

    • Michelle Billick suggests Senior-Friendly Guide to Downsizing for those looking for information on moving to a smaller home or apartment.

    • Another suggestion from Michelle Billick is A Guide to Helping Senior Citizens Stay Safe at Home which is reader reader-friendly, with larger font and compatible with screen-reader technology. It includes a printable PDF version to share to those who can't access the internet and also features insight from the National Association of Home Builders Certified Aging In Place Specialists

    • Bella Melton and Anna, a student of hers, suggest this site as an aid to seniors dealing with substance abuse - AddictionResource

    • Yvonne Olssen has sent us these suggested resources to help those dealing with aging issues and we are pleased to share them with you.
      • Causes and Risk Factors For Falls In Older Adults at NIHSeniorHealth.gov
      • The Best And Worst Bathroom Flooring For Aging In Place Safely
      • 25 Tips To Make Home Safe For Seniors (Especially Those Living Independently)
      • Sarcopenia: 10 Keys to Keep Your Muscle Mass Up as You Age
      • Dementia Care Dos and Don'ts: Dealing With Dementia Behavior Problems
      • Tips To Better Understand Your Aging Parents
      • Exercise & Physical Activity: Your Everyday Guide from the National Institute on Aging
      • Exercise Tips to Get Fit and Stay Fit in Midlife and Beyond
      • Tips For Choosing A Therapy Pet For Seniors (Cats, Dogs and more)
      • The Senior's Guide To Staying Safe Online and On Social Media

    • Melissa Gallagher of couponchief hopes you find her company's Retail Savings Guide For Baby Boomers a helpful resource for saving and enjoying a better life.

    • Marie Villeza has sent us the following list of resource suggestions for senior citizens and caregivers:
      • Home Modifications for Specific Needs
      • Disaster Safety for People with Disabilities: What to Do When Emergency Weather Strikes
      • Stretching Exercises for Seniors to Improve Mobility
      • Fire Prevention, Preparedness, and Recovery: Seniors
      • Senior Diabetes: Signs and Diagnosis
      • Overdose Response Guide: Awareness, Prevention, and Preparedness for Caregivers of Addicts
      • 25 Easy Recipes for Senior Nutrition
      • The Boomer's Ultimate Guide To Adding Value To Your Home

    • Denise Chapman sent along this link found by some students she volunteers with at The Brenha Community Center in Texas while doing a project on what people can do after they retire. Take a look at Retirement Business Ideas.

    • Kayla Harris at Elderimpact.org shared with us this collection of great resources they put together and hopes you find them useful:
      • The Boomer's Ultimate Guide to Adding Value to Your Home
      • 9 of the Best Travel Destinations for Seniors and Retirees
      • Downsizing in Your Senior Years? Decluttering Tips for Seniors
      • Disaster Safety for People with Disabilities
      • Healthy Aging Into Your 80s and Beyond
      • Substance Abuse And Addiction In The Elderly
      • Senior-Friendly Remodeling
      • Aging Parents And Children Should Talk About Finances
      • Signs It's Time for Assisted Living: Identify Potential Warning Signs that It's Time for a Move
      • Caretakers' Guide to Moving Seniors Into a Facility
      • Checklist: Pre-Planning Your Funeral or Memorial Service
      • Reasons for Cremation or Burial: Practical and Personal Considerations

    • Joey Clayton, a representative of Senior Advisor, offers this link to their site, SeniorAdvisor.com which provides a wealth of information on issues affecting senior living issues

    • Debbie Reynolds has sent us this link which you may find useful in dealing with at home safety issues for seniors - Guide to Senior Safety at Home

    • We live in a stressful world. Caroline Gilbert of MobileHelp offers their Stress Managment Guide For Seniors as a way to help seniors deal with the stress issues they face

    • Iggy has provided this link on behalf of Senior Guidance which is dedicated to providing helpful senior living resources to seniors and caregivers

  Technology and Internet Services
  
  
  • General Technology

    Computer technology keeps changing. These sites can help keep you aware of what is happening in the areas of hardware, software and the Internet itself. Some offer aid in troubleshooting problems you may encounter or suggestions as to how to maximize the benefits of the computer age.

    • Benton Foundation site offers a large selection on online tools to help not for profits effectively use the Internet. While at their site, be sure to check out the other resources they provide including Virtual Library, Discussion Lists and Electronic News Services.

    • HandsNet offers a range of hand-on classes, strategic planning workshops and management seminars to help in achieving effective integration of online technology

    • nonprofit Tech provides a large selection of tools and resources for use in troubleshooting and more effectively using computer technology. They cover a broad range of technology matters not just the Internet, but computers and software as well

    • TechSoup focuses on technology assistance for the small to mid-sized nonprofit, particularly those for whom technology may not be their primary area of expertise. They attempt to spell out the answers to complex technical questions in accessible and sometimes saucy language. A panel of expert guides are available to answer daily questions posed by users. Specific topic areas are provided with articles and links to help nonprofits quickly get the technical information they need.

    

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    Special Internet Services
    • Jordan McKenna sent along this link as a resource for those interested in getting answers to questions involving setting up a web site and finding a hosting service - https://www.cloudwards.net/?s=web+hosting

    • The following sites offer free and low cost web services to qualifying non-profit groups.
      • InterConnection's motto is "Weaving a Web of Support Around the Globe". InterConnection is a pioneering, nonprofit organization that donates Web sites, computers and provides Internet training to organizations dedicated to benefiting the local community or environment in developing countries. Not all sites may qualify for their services. Take a look to see if yours does. They offer a variety of services beyond hosting.

      • The Natural Resources Database is a free software tool for developing and distributing environmental databases. Its aim is to assist communities in managing their own mapping and information system to assist in planning and advocacy work.

  

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  Volunteers -- Need One or Want To Be One
  
  VolunteerMatch is a place to go if your organization needs volunteers for general or specific project programs or if you are an individual looking for a group that can use the skills you have to offer.
  
  

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  Fun and Other Miscellaneous Stuff
  
  
  Zone with Dilbert and put life into perspective
  
  Jump with Calvin and Hobbs
  
  Spend time in Mr. Rogers neighborhood
  
  Visit Smokey the Bear
  
  

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