Online Web Resources
Americans with Disabilities Act
Information and technical assistance on the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Internet Navigation for the Visually Impaired
Visual impairment can make navigating the internet a challenge, but it is far from impossible. Many computers come with built-in tools you can use to interact with the web. Adding elements to your computer can help you do even more. And web designers use techniques to make some sites more accessible for people with vision loss.
National Council of Independent Living
NCIL advances independent living and the rights of people with disabilities through consumer-driven advocacy. NCIL envisions a world in which people with disabilities are valued equally and participate fully.
Institute on Independent Living
The Independent Living Institute is a policy development center specializing in consumer-driven policies for disabled peoples’ self-determination, self-respect and dignity.
Massachusetts Statewide Independent Living Council
The Massachusetts Statewide Independent Living Council (MASILC) is a Governor appointed Council. Members include persons who are knowledgeable about centers for independent living and the services they provide.
WRTA Para Transit
The Worcester Regional Transit Authority (WRTA) provides transportation via regular WRTA fixed route bus service and paratransit service to seniors and people with disabilities who live in the 37 communities that comprise the WRTA’s service area. Contact WRTA Paratransit 508.791.WRTA option 3, Email: Paratransit@therta.com
Massachusetts State Resources
CHAMP
Common Housing Application for Massachusetts Programs
CHAMP
Spanish Application
Commonwealth of Massachusetts
The Official Website of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
MassAbility
MassAbility promotes dignity for individuals with disabilities through employment and independent living in the community.
Massachusetts Commission of the Blind
Massachusetts Commission for the Blind (MCB) web site. This agency provides a broad array of social and rehabilitative services to all legally blind residents of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
Disabled Persons Protection Commission
The Disabled Persons Protection Commission (DPPC) is an independent state agency whose purpose is to investigate and remediate cases of abuse of the Commonwealth’s most vulnerable citizens.
Where Do I Vote
Voting information including polling places and elected officials.
Worcester Green and Healthy Homes Coalition
The Worcester Green and Healthy Homes Coalition (WGHHC) is a joint effort for public and private agencies, grassroots organizations, and concerned citizens committed to eliminating home health hazards, promote energy efficiency and improve health and quality of life in Worcester.
CHAMP Supplemental Application
Income and History
CHAMP Supplemental Application
Income and History Spanish
Massachusetts Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
The Mission of MCDHH is to provide accessible communication, education and advocacy to consumers and private and public entities so that programs, services and opportunities throughout Massachusetts are fully accessible to persons who are Deaf and hard of hearing.
MA Legislature
A directory of the current members of the MA Legislature.
Mass. Office on Disability
Massachusetts Office on Disability
Home Modification Loan Program
Massachusetts’ Home Modification Loan Program provides no- and low-interest loans to modify the homes of adults and children with disabilities and older adults. Learn about eligibility and how to apply.
Massachusetts Direct Care (madirectcare.com)
The Resource Center for the Direct Care Workforce Support for job seekers and workforce professionals interested in learning more about direct care worker training or recruitment
Tempus Unlimited, Inc.
Tempus Unlimited
Advocates for Independent Living
And more
Disability Information and Resource
disABILITY Information and Resources.
HUD
US Department of Housing and Urban Development
My Ombudsman
My Ombudsman is an independent non-profit that empowers individuals, including their families and caregivers, to access their services provided by MassHealth and its managed care plans. Contact Us: 855-781-9898 , VP: 339-224-6831, info@myombudsman.org
Social Security Administration
The official website for the U.S. Social Security Administration
Work Inc.
All individuals have the ability to grow, the right to make choices and to participate in community life. It is the mission of WORK Inc. to join with others in creating the conditions under which all persons with disabilities will experience.
MassHire Central Career Center
Other MA Employment Options
Current positions available with the Executive Office of Health and Human Services (EOHHS)
Other MA Employment Options
Easter Seals
Easter Seals provides services to ensure that children and adults with disabilities have equal opportunities to live, learn, work and play.
Legal Assistance Corporation of Massachusetts
LACCM is the state-funded civil legal aid program for Central Massachusetts.
Massachusetts Coalition for the Homeless
The Massachusetts Coalition for the Homeless (MCH) works to address the broad economic and social issues that lead to homelessness.
Requipment (Durable Home Medical Equipment & Assistive Technology Reuse)
Requipment is a durable medical equipment (DME) re-use program offering free refurbished wheelchairs, scooters, shower chairs and more to adults, children and elders living in Massachusetts
Worcester County Sheriff
Worcester County Sheriff website
USA.Gov.
Find and Compare Health Care Facilities in Your Community.
Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT)
MA Employment Option