Subscription Databases and E-books
OverDrive LEAP
Provides access to digital books, textbooks, newspapers and magazines through Bookshare.org, a non-profit agency that specializes in accessible e-books for the print-impaired. Qualifying members must register and provide Proof of Disability. To learn more, visit Santa Clara County - Accessible Services. To start using the service, visit OverDrive and near the top of the page select the link that reads “Accessible eBooks for the print-impaired – Click here.”
Websites Selected by Librarians
Disability.gov
Provides information on federal resources and programs for Americans with disabilities, their families, and employers. Includes a link to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) website which gives design standards, an information line, technical assistance, and a guide to disability rights.
Family Village
From the University of Wisconsin, this well organized directory integrates information, resources, and communication opportunities for persons with disabilities.
MossRehab ResourcesNet
Offers resources for persons with disabilities by category.
California Department of Rehabilitation
This department provides services and advocacy for the employment, independent living, and equality for persons with disabilities. The CA State Personnel Board assists CA State departments in recruitment, employment, and retention of persons with disabilities including the collection, monitoring, and reporting of employment information regarding the representation of State employees with disabilities.
Abledata
Provides information on assistive technology and disabilities in general, including products and consumer reviews.
Access Northern California
Accessible travel information organized geographically and by categories, including lodging, transportation, museums, performing arts, parks, and sports.
Prevent Blindness Northern California
An index to local organizations and services to help people with vision loss or blindness.
PHP | Parents Helping Parents
A parent-directed family resource center located in San Jose providing guidance, support and services to children of all ages with any special need, their families and the professionals who serve them.
Silicon Valley Independent Living Center
An organization that offers services and resources to individuals with disabilities in Silicon Valley.
2-1-1 Santa Clara County Senior and Disability Services
A local directory that lists services and information for both seniors and people with disabilities.
Karen's Reference Notebook
Selected by a Santa Clara County librarian, a list additional disability resources on the web.
Special Libraries
Links to special library services for the disabled including talking books, braille materials, and playback equipment.
Santa Clara County Library - Accessible Services -- Includes information about the Bookmobile, Homebound Services, and Services for the Visually & Hearing Impaired. |