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Reviews county policies and practices to determine impact on persons with disabilities. Recommends use of state and federal funding for programs and improved accessibility. Recommends changes to policies and practices which may not meet the county, state or federal law. Reviews county program and facility accessibility. Promotes housing, employment, transportation and other activities to meet the needs of persons with disabilities. Educates the community concerning nondiscriminatory practices regarding persons with disabilities.

Disability and Communication Access Board reviews and assesses the problems, needs, services and resources in the State of Hawaii including, but not limited to, employment, education, social services, civil rights, public facilities, housing, vocational training, rehabilitation and recreation. The board publishes educational materials, sponsors workshops and provides technical assistance to industries/agencies, conducts research studies, advises State and County agencies on issues related to persons with disabilities, and conducts testing of sign language interpreters and issues state credential based on test results. The board administers the statewide program for parking for persons with disabilities. They serve as the designated state agency to coordinate state ADA compliance for access to services, employment, telecommunications, and facility and site design, establishes state guidelines for communication access services for persons with disabilities, establishes state guidelines for parking for persons with disabilities, and maintains a statewide database for parking placard. Additional phone numbers: (808) 974-4000 ext. 6-8121# Hawaii County (808) 274-3141 ext. 6-8121# Kauai County (808) 984-2400 ext. 6-8121# Maui County (800) 468-4644 ext. 6-8121# Molokai and Lanai

Two main programs make up the foundation of Abilities Unlimited - the Medicaid Waiver Program and the Employment Program: -Medicaid Waiver Program serves individuals with disabilities referred by the State of Hawaii Department of Health Developmental Disabilities Division, offering personal assistance/habilitation services, adult day health services, and employment services for medicaid waiver clients. -Employment Program serves clients referred by the State of Hawaii Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR), assisting individuals with disabilities and other barriers to gain and maintain employment. Abilities Unlimited works with DVR clients via contracts: Supported Employment Program and Vocational and Work Adjustment Training Services. Additional programs under employment program: -Work-Life Development Program places individuals with disabilities in six-week paid internships in work settings while supplementing their work with recreational activities to provide balance in their lives. -Dis

The mission of the National Down Syndrome Society is to be the advocate for people with Down syndrome. The program envisions a world where all people with Down syndrome have the opportunity to enhance their quality of life, realize their life aspirations and become valued members of welcoming communities. National Email: [email protected] Hawaii Email: [email protected]

Provides free consultation and sliding scale legal representation to parents and guardians of special needs children.

Protects and advocates for the human, civil, and legal rights of people with disabilities. Services include information and referral, technical assistance, advocacy and legal representation. Priority issues include: Free and appropriate public education, abuse and neglect; accessibility; employment; services; housing. During COVID19 pandemic, Intake is available via calls and online applications only until further notice. Intake hours remain the same.

Educates the public about blindness. Awards scholarships to blind students. Assists blind persons who are victims of discrimination or have been denied their rights. Informs blind persons about available services and their rights. Helps qualified blind people find jobs.

LDAH provides mentoring, technical assistance and training to parents/families of children with disabilities or suspected disabilities in special education.

LDAH provides mentoring, technical assistance and workshop training in special education to parents/families of children with disabilities or suspected disabilities. In some cases, we will provide advocacy support for parents when information about their child at the school level becomes more complicated.

Provides systems and individual advocacy for adults with Intellectual and related developmental disabilities. Operates day programs and residential services for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Aims to improve educational outcomes for individuals with exceptionalities. Supports special education professionals and others working on behalf of individuals with exceptionalities. Advocates for appropriate governmental policies. Sets professional standards. Provides continuing professional development. Helps professionals achieve the conditions and resources necessary for effective professional practice.