Spartanburg Community College

 

Access Center for Independent Living A non-profit organization located providing an array of services to assist individuals with disabilities to live independently, pursue meaningful goals, and have the same opportunities and choices as all people. Phone (770) 534-6656 / (770) 534-6626 (TTY).

ANCOR Organization in Washington representing people with disabilities. Provides advocacy, support and services. Phone 703-642-6614. e-mail jweeks@sunrisegroup.org.

Association for People with Severe Handicaps - TASH Advocates for people with disabilities. Phone 410-828-8274 / 410-828-1306(TTY) / 800-428-8274. e-mail info@tash.org.

American Council for the Blind National Membership organization that promotes independence, referrals, job announcements and advocacy. Phone 800-424-8666 / 202-467-5081. e-mail ncrabb@acb.org.

American Foundation for the Blind Provides support, referrals and advocacy for individuals who are legally blind. Phone 800-232-5463 . e-mail afbinfo@afb.org.

Centers for Independent Living - Disability Action Center Promotes independence, advocacy, and referral service for people with disabilities, serving Oconee, Anderson, Greenville, Union, York and Spartanburg Counties. Phone 864-235-1421 / 864-235-8798(TTY) / 800-681-7715.

Federation of the Blind Non-profit organization that services visually handicapped people. e-mail nfb@nfb.org.

Foundation Fighting Blindness Organization aiding in the prevention of visual impairments and blindness. Phone 800-683-5555.

Guide Dog Foundation for the Blind A non-profit organization that provides guide dogs for qualified blind candidates free of charge. Phone 800-548-4337 / 516-265-2121.

International Dyslexia Association Provides free information and referral service for persons with dyslexia. Phone 800-ABC-D123 /410-296-0232 (MD). e-mail info@interdys.org.

Institute on Independent Living Serve self-help organizations of disabled people who work for equal opportunities, self-determination and self-respect.

National Association of the Deaf Largest organization representing persons who are deaf or hard of hearing. Phone 301-587-1778 (TTY) 301-587-1791.

National Center for Learning Disabilities Provides free information and referrals for people with disabilities. Phone 888-575-7373 / 212-545-7510 (NY).

National Council on Independent Living Membership organization to advance the independence, services and human rights of people with disabilities. Phone 703-525-4153 (TTY) / 703-525-3409. e-mail ncil@ncil.org.

National Spinal Cord Injury Association Provides information to people with spinal cord injuries and diseases. Phone 301-588-6959. e-mail nscia@aol.com.

RESNA A non-profit organization which supports technological advancements, independent living and equality. Phone 202-429-6810. e-mail suggestions@halftheplanet.org.

South Carolina Assistive Technologies Project Federally funded services for the disabled. e-mail jjendron@usit.net.

South Carolina Association of the Deaf Provides advocacy and services for people whoa re deaf. Phone 803-794-3175

United Cerebral Palsy UCP strives to ensure the inclusion of persons with disabilities in every facet of society - from the Web to the workplace, from the classroom to the community. UCP's mission is to advance the independence, productivity and full citizenship of people with cerebral palsy. e-mail soneal@ucpnc.org.

Cherokee County Department of Disabilities and Special Needs Provides a variety of services for people with disabilities. Phone 864-487-4190.

Cherokee County Public Library Provides large print books, a mobile book unit and various other programs. Phone 864-487-2711.

Protection and Advocacy for People with Disabilities Provides information, referral service, counseling, training and advocacy. Phone 800-758-5212 - Greenville, SC.

Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic Provides recorded and computerized textbooks for persons with visual impairments or dyslexia. Phone 800-221-4792.

South Carolina Independent Living Council Represents all disabilities throughout the state of South Carolina. Promotes the independent living philosophy. List of all area offices provided. Phone 803-731-1607 / 803-731-1608(TTY).

South Carolina State Library State Library located in Columbia, SC. Phone (803)734-7298(TDD) / (803) 734-8666.

South Carolina Vocational Rehabilitation Department - Spartanburg Plans and coordinates rehabilitation services for people with disabilities, medical evaluation and treatment. Phone 864-585-3693.

South Carolina Vocational Rehabilitation Department - Columbia Plans and coordinates rehabilitation services for people with disabilities. Phone 803-896-6500.

South Carolina Vocational Rehabilitation Department - Union Branch Provides training, job placement and other services. Phone 864-427-5558.

South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs Provides information, support and advocacy for people with disabilities.

Spartanburg County Board of Disabilities and Special Needs Coordinates the planning, development and improvement of community services for people with disabilities. Phone 864-596-3574.

Spartanburg County Public Library Offers large print books, talking books homebound service and mail service. Phone 864-596-3500 / 864-596-3506(TDD).

Spartanburg County Transportation Service Assistance to people who do not have transportation. Phone 864-560-4961. DIALARIDE 864-560-4267 e-mail seison@srhs.com

Spartanburg Housing Authority Rental subsidies available for qualified handicapped individuals. Phone 864-598-6000 (TDD and Voice)

Southeastern Disability and Business Technical Assistance Center Assistance offered for technical and business purposes.

South Carolina School for the Deaf and Blind Provides services statewide for the deaf, blind and multi-sensory disabled. Phone 864-585-7711 (TDD and Voice).

South Carolina School for the Deaf and Blind Cooperative Program with Spartanburg Community College Cooperative program between SCSDB and Spartanburg Community College allows students from throughout South Carolina to choose from a wide range of postsecondary programs while receiving residential and support services from SCSDB.. Phone 864-585-7711 (TDD and Voice).

Union County Department of Social Services Provides a variety of programs for people with disabilities. Phone 864-429-1660

Union County Disabilities and Special Needs Board Public agency that services individuals with disabilities. Phone 864-427-7700

Department of Labor - Office of Disability Employment Policy Information regarding legal issues of discrimination against people with disabilities. e-mail info@dol.gov

Entry Point A program providing internship opportunities for students with disabilities in Science, Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Science. e-mail lsummer@aaas.org

National Business Disability Council Three easy ways to list your resume. e-mail nbdc@resume-link.com

AT&T Accessible Communications Center A variety of special equipment for persons with special needs. Phone 800-233-1222 / 800-833-3232(TDD).

American Printing House for the Blind A non-profit company that creates products for visually impaired people. Phone 502-895-2405 / 800-223-1839.

Bell South Center for Customers with Disabilities Equipment provided for handicapped including volume controls, TDD and enlarged dials. Phone 800-735-8583 / 864-780-2274(TDD). e-mail specialneeds@bellsouth.com.

Carolina Canine Companions Guide dogs, hearing dogs and support dogs for the disabled. Phone 803-432-0004 / Camden, SC.

Easter Seals Society - State Headquarters Provides financial assistance for all types of disabilities. 1-800-951-4090 / 803-256-0735 e-mail mail@eastersc.org.

Dogs for the Disabled Guide dogs, hearing dogs and support dogs for the disabled. Phone 864-220-6090 / Easley, SC.

Complete Disability Resource Guide - Consolidated listing of helpful links, resources, agencies, etc.

About Deafness Web-site providing articles, self-help, fitness, resources and much more. Also information on co-ops and finding summer jobs.

Help for Hearing Loss Web-site dedicated to people who are hearing impaired. Advocacy, articles and useful links.

Camp Abilities Camp Abilities is a joint effort of United Cerebral Palsy and the North Carolina Elks Association. Located near Hendersonville NC, this is a unique retreat where campers with disabilities and their families can all relax and participate in camp activities together. Phone 800-868-3787.

HALTER A therapeutic and recreational horseback-riding program for children and adults with disabilities. Phone 864-542-2583.

Special Olympics South Carolina Provides year round sports training for children and adults with disabilities. Phone 800-765-7276.e-mail bcoats@so-sc.org

We Can Ski Summer Events We can ski events take place in the months of June and July at Lake Murray, Holiday Shores. Children and adults ages 6 and up are given the opportunity to accomplish something they or their families never dreamed possible. Phone 800-659-1651 / 803-648-8344 x-371 and 803-256-4107/Columbia.