The Disability Facts Blog » Resources http://disabilityfactsblog.com We Are Your Disability & Workforce Development Experts! Specializing in Organization & Staff Development Solutions Thu, 19 May 2011 13:05:57 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.2 en hourly 1 WebAnywhere http://disabilityfactsblog.com/index.php/webanywhere/ http://disabilityfactsblog.com/index.php/webanywhere/#comments Thu, 19 May 2011 13:05:57 +0000 admin http://disabilityfactsblog.com/?p=162 A screen-reader in the “cloud!”  WebAnywhere is a web-based screen reader that allows someone with a visual impairment to access the web from any computer with a sound card.  While it’s still a work in progress, and has some limitations, it’s still worth checking out to determine how you might make it available to your customers.

You can access the Beta Release of WebAnywhere by visiting:

http://webanywhere.cs.washington.edu/

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Key features include:
- A self assessment of PTSD symptoms with individualized feedback
- Coping skills & assistance for common PTSD-related symptoms & problems
- Assistance finding immediate support
- Education about key topics related to trauma, PTSD, & treatment

The PTSD Coach downloadable application can be found at:
http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/ptsd-coach/id430646302?mt=8&ign-mpt=uo%3d2

]]> http://disabilityfactsblog.com/index.php/post-traumatic-stress-disorder-ptsd-coach/feed/ 1 FREE Disability Rights Online Course http://disabilityfactsblog.com/index.php/free-disability-rights-online-course/ http://disabilityfactsblog.com/index.php/free-disability-rights-online-course/#comments Thu, 24 Mar 2011 14:48:38 +0000 admin http://disabilityfactsblog.com/?p=157 I was referred to this new training by a colleague.  It’s a free, self-paced webcourse available 24/7 that provides an overview of disability rights laws. I took the course last week, and really enjoyed it.  I was excited to learn a few new things about some of the disability laws I’m less familiar with (e.g. transportation, housing). It includes real life scenarios, quizzes, a final exam, and as a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC), I was pre-approved to
receive two-hours of continuing education credits!

You can take the training at:

http://www.disabilityrightscourse.org

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I currently have the audio version of the book, but found the hardcover on Amazon and David Allen’s website for under $10.00.  I’m listening to it for the second time – and continue to get little tidbits of information from it.  If  you’re wanting to change what you’re currently doing, I’d encourage you to check it out!

You can learn more about it on David Allen’s website: www.davidco.com It’s under the Products section.  He also has a free newsletter.

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You can visit the site and sign up to become a free member at:
http://www.careermag.com

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You can try it out for yourself by visiting: http://www.doodle.com
If you’re someone who’s looking to save time, this is a great tool!

]]> http://disabilityfactsblog.com/index.php/doodle/feed/ 0 NCDA Guidelines for the Use of the Internet for Provision of Career Information and Planning Services http://disabilityfactsblog.com/index.php/ncda-guidelines-for-the-use-of-the-internet-for-provision-of-career-information-and-planning-services/ http://disabilityfactsblog.com/index.php/ncda-guidelines-for-the-use-of-the-internet-for-provision-of-career-information-and-planning-services/#comments Thu, 11 Nov 2010 15:17:43 +0000 admin http://disabilityfactsblog.com/?p=124 Don’t get intimidated by the long title.  This is a great resource!  I came upon these guidelines while working on a project recently.  With more and more agencies providing services “virtually,” this  provides service providers with a really good framework of things to consider.  When I say virtual, I mean email, the Internet, and the computer-based programs/software many of our clients are currently using.  I would encourage you to take a look.  I’m actually making some changes to one of our programs as a result.

You can access the guidelines at:
http://associationdatabase.com/aws/NCDA/pt/sp/guidelines

]]> http://disabilityfactsblog.com/index.php/ncda-guidelines-for-the-use-of-the-internet-for-provision-of-career-information-and-planning-services/feed/ 0 The 411 on Disability Disclosure http://disabilityfactsblog.com/index.php/411-on-disability-disclosure/ http://disabilityfactsblog.com/index.php/411-on-disability-disclosure/#comments Thu, 28 Oct 2010 14:13:14 +0000 admin http://disabilityfactsblog.com/?p=121 I came upon this resource in one of the publications I receive each month.  It focuses on disability disclosure.  You can actually download this workbook for free.  Although it’s geared toward youth, many of the topics apply no matter what age you are.  There is also an accompanying workbook for adults that can be completed in tandem.

You can download the workbook at:

http://www.ncwd-youth.info/411-on-disability-disclosure-for-adults

]]> http://disabilityfactsblog.com/index.php/411-on-disability-disclosure/feed/ 0 Job Accommodation Network (JAN) Webcasts http://disabilityfactsblog.com/index.php/job-accommodation-network-jan-webcasts/ http://disabilityfactsblog.com/index.php/job-accommodation-network-jan-webcasts/#comments Fri, 15 Oct 2010 12:42:32 +0000 admin http://disabilityfactsblog.com/?p=119 In addition to being an excellent resource for reasonable accommodation questions and information, JAN also conducts monthly webcasts on a variety of disability related topics.  The webcasts are available at no cost.  This is a great way to educate staff and gain additional professional development training hours.  Topics may include: disability etiquette, assistive technologies, management techniques, and the latest on accommodations and the employment provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).  November’s training focuses exclusively on Veterans issues.  All webcasts last an hour, and you must register to attend.

You can view the webcast schedule by visiting:

http://askjan.org/webcast/

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