Ability OnLine for Young People
Ability OnLine is an active support network that connects young people with disabilities to disabled and non-disabled peers and mentors via e-mail. This site is also a valuable resource for obtaining information about current medical breakthroughs, educational and employment opportunities.

AIDS Alliance for Children, Youth and Families
The AIDS Policy Center for Children, Youth & Families is a national organization founded to help respond to the unique concerns of children, youth, women, and families who are living with, at risk for, or affected by HIV/AIDS. They conduct policy research, education, and advocacy on a broad range of HIV/AIDS prevention, care, and research issues.

Arc of the U.S.
The Arc is the national organization devoted to promoting and improving supports and services for people with mental retardation, related developmental disabilities and their families. The association also fosters research and education regarding the prevention of mental retardation in infants and young children.

Arthritis Web Site
A site designed to support and empower people living with arthritis. Tips on exercise, eating, shopping, and means for coping positively with a chronic illness.

Attention Deficit Disorder - ADDitude Magazine
ADDitude is a positive lifestyle magazine dedicated to people With ADD. The focus is on creating a lively and entertaining publication packed with up-to-date, practical information that covers relationships, food and nutrition, health insurance, and much more.

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) News
Articles about medication, parent coaching, school, legal issues concerning special education. This site also published a monthly e-newsletter, with guest columnists.

Autism Resources
Autism Resources was created by John Wobus, the father of an autistic child. While he does not claim to be an expert on issues related to this subject, Mr. Wobus has compiled an impressive index of links, frequently asked questions, and book recommendations for further exploration and research.

Autism Society of America
Formed in 1965, the Autism Society of America is regarded as the leading source of information and referral on autism. Today, over 220 chapters exist in 48 states with a membership base of over 18,000. ASA is dedicated to increasing public awareness about autism and the day-to-day issues faced by individuals with autism, their families and the professionals with whom they interact.

Bandaides & Blackboards: Children and Chronic Illness
Designed to relate to children, teens, and adults, this unique site strives to sensitize people to what it's like to grow up with a disability or chronic illness. Often, children so affected must cope with teasing from their peers as well as dealing with their medical conditions. Tips and inspirational stories are provided as a resource for parents and teachers of a special needs child or teen.

Beach Center on Families and Disability
In 1988, the National Institute of Disability Research and Rehabilitation, (part of the Department of Education), established the Beach Center on Families and Disability. Each Beach Center research project is designed to strengthen the motivation, resource, and skills of families. The Beach Center believes people with disabilities and their families are strong, and should be encouraged to envision a better life with the rights and skills to make those dreams a reality.