We are pleased to share these important links and resources for customers and their families as a part of our mission to create options for people with disabilities. If you have a resource you think might be good for us to share, contact us at info@lifedesignsinc.org and let us know!
LIFEDesigns Links
Final Reports
LIFEDesigns Final Report 2016
LIFEDesigns Final Report 2015
LIFEDesigns Final Report 2014
LIFEDesigns Final Report 2013
LIFEDesigns Final Report 2012
Options Final Report 2011
Options Final Report 2010
Annual Reports
LIFEDesigns Annual Report 2016
LIFEDesigns Annual Report 2015
LIFEDesigns Annual Report 2014
LIFEDesigns Annual Report 2013
LIFEDesigns Annual Report 2012
Options Annual Report 2011
Options Annual Report 2010
Strategic Plans
LIFEDesigns Strategic Plan 2016-2018
LIFEDesigns Strategic Plan 2013-2015
Options Strategic Plan 2010-2012
CARF Survey Reports
CARF Survey Report for LIFEDesigns, Inc. (2013-2016 Accreditation)
Library Resources
LIFEDesigns maintains a library of books, videos, DVDs, and training guides on disability-support related topics at the main office. Additional items may be accessed through the IIDC’s CeDIR Library.
Dr. Pomeranz Resources
Dr. Thomas Pomeranz is a nationally recognized and consultant in the field of services for people with disabilities. He is the highly acclaimed creator of Universal Enhancement, which teaches strategies promoting community participation and supporting people to have a quality life. Visit universallifestiles.com for more from Dr. Pomeranz.
Dr. Pomeranz trained LIFEDesigns staff in August 2014 and was kind enough to share his education slide presentation. View this very moving material here: Supported Routines-Best Practice Strategies for a Fulfilling Life
Other links
AgrAbility Project Assistive Technology Database: Helping farmers and ranchers with disabilities
Rehabilitation Engineering & Assistive Technology Society of North America (RESNA)
Tools for Life: Assistive Technology
Shape Young Minds Through Sensory Environments-Learn How…It’s easy!
Individual Disability Information
- Autism – Helping Children Thrive
- Autism – Helping Children Fall Asleep
- Cerebral Palsy Guide
- Cerebral Palsy Guidance
- Communication, behavior and socialization characteristics for carers
- Asperger’s Syndrome/Autism Syndrome Disorder
- Online Asperger’s Syndrome Information and Support (OASIS)
- International Brain Injury Association (IBIA)
- Americans with Disabilities Act Document Center
- Indiana Resource Center for Families with Special Needs (IN*Source)
- Down Syndrome Forum
- Autoimmune Disabilities Guide for Moms
- Social Security Disability Help Blog
- Autism Speaks Resource Guide
- National Center for Autism Resources & Education
- AutismNOW Transition Planning
- Aquatic Therapy for Children with Autism
- Healthfinder-US Department of Health and Human Services
Employment Resources
- The Job Accommodation Network
- Work Support
- Social Security Administration Office
- The Training & Resource Network, Inc. (TRN)
- Career Assistance for People with Autism
Advocacy Support
- Arc of Indiana
- Arc Link
- Arc Publication Desk
- American Association of People with Disabilities
- ADAPT
- INARF
- Disability Statistics Center
- Disability is Natural
- Medical Malpractice Center
Government Resources
- Access Indiana
- Indiana Civil Right’s Commission
- Indiana Department of Workforce Development
- Indiana Family & Social Services Administration
- Indiana Governor’s Planning Council for People with Disabilities
- Legal and Law Offices across the Country
Services
- Alliance for Technology Access
- Easter Seals
- INARF
- Arc Link
- Disabilities Studies & Services Center
- Disability Information – U.S. Government
- Ability Forum
- National Organization of Disability
- United Cerebral Palsy (UCP)
- Alliance for Technology Access (ATA) Resources
- Disability Resources
- Indiana Association for Child Care Resource & Referral
- Social Security Disability Benefits Guide
- Social Security Disability Benefits Calculator
