National Resources Guide
Employment
Finding meaningful employment is an important step toward independence and self-sufficiency.
This section provides access to valuable resources, organizations, and programs that are dedicated to helping people with disabilities explore job opportunities, develop skills, and connect with inclusive employers. Whether you're seeking career guidance or direct employment support, these resources are designed to empower your journey toward fulfilling work.
Social Security Administration
Working While Disabled: How We Can Help
Social Security Administration
Find local help for benefits and assistance; employment and training programs; community services.
Phone: 1-877-US2-JOBS (1-877-5672) or TTY 1-877-889-5627
Email info@careeronestop.org
ACL (Administration for Community Living)
Employment Resources for People with Disabilities and Their Families
USA.Gov
Job Training & Employment Programs
Phone: 1-(844) USAGOV1 (1-844-872-4681)
JAN (Job Accommodation Network)
Job Coaches
Phone: 1-(800) 526-7234
LDA (Learning Disabilities Association of America)
Job Resources by State for Adults with Learning Disabilities
Web-based community for job seekers with disabilities
Companies that are committed to hiring individuals with disabilities
Meaningful Work for People with Disabilities
Government Benefits
Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
Phone: 1-(800) 772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778)
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services
Phone: (877) 696-6775
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
Phone: (202) 708-1112 (TTY 1-800-877-8339)
Medicaid
Phone: 1-(877) 267-2323 (TTY 866-226-1819)
Medicare
Phone: 1-(800) 633-4227 (TTY 1-877-486-2048)
Social Security Administration (SSA)
Phone: 1-(800) 772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778)
ABLE National Resource Center
Phone: (202) 638-6094
Social Security Administration
(Benefits For Children With Disabilities): Also in Spanish
Social Security
Benefits for People with Disabilities
USA.Gov
Phone: 1-844-USAGOV1 (1-844-872-4681)
Disability Benefits Guidance
Guidance for People who Receive Benefits
Phone: (804) 396-5733
Health Services
Easterseals
Hard of Hearing and Deaf Services
Miracle-Ear
HearingAidDonations.org
Phone: 1-(866) 956-5400
Hearing Industries Association
Guide to Financial Assistance for Hearing Aids
Housing Services
USA.Gov
Phone: 1-(844) USAGOV1 (1-844-872-4681)
Homelessness Programs and Resources
Phone: 1-(877) 726-4727
ILRU Directory of Centers for Independent Living
Opportunities for independence for people with disabilities through research, education, and consultation.
Administration for Children & Families: Office of Community Services
Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program
Office of State & Community Energy Programs
Weatherization Assistance Program
Mental Health Resources
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline:
Call or text 988 to connect with a trained counselor for free, confidential support 24/7. You can also chat online with a counselor. For TTY users, dial 711 and then 988
Crisis Text Line:
Text SIGNS to 741741 for free, anonymous crisis counseling 24/7.
SAMHSA's National Helpline:
Call 1-800-662-HELP (4357) for free, confidential treatment referral and information services 24/7.
Call 800-950-NAMI (6264) or text "HelpLine" to 62640 to connect with a specialist for free, confidential support.
Mental Health Resources to Support Adolescents
National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)
Provides information about resources, including brochures and fact sheets.
Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA):
An organization that helps with anxiety and depression.
Transportation
Arbors of Hop Brook
Transportation Services for the Elderly and Disabled
Fee Charity Cars
National Aging and Disability Transportation Center
Phone: (866) 983-3222
Email: contact@nadtc.org
American Public Transportation Association
U.S. Local and State Transit Links
Support Groups
Parents Helping Parents
ETS Disability and Health Related Needs
Organizations that Support Individuals with Disabilities
Friendship Circle
Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation
