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Reviewed Intellectual Disabilities Information Links
(viewing 1 - 5 of 10)Special Olympics
Special Olympics
The main website for Special Olympics, an international organization dedicated to empowering individuals with mental retardation to become physically fit, productive and respected members of society through sports training and competition. Special Olympics offers children and adults with mental retardation year-round training and competition in 26 Olympic-type summer and winter sports. There is no cost to participate in Special Olympics. "Let me win. But if I cannot win, let me be brave in the attempt."
Family Village
University of Wisconsin-Madison
A global community that integrates information, resources, and communication opportunities on the Internet for persons with mental retardation and other disabilities, their families, and those that provide them services and supports. Rich in content, easy to navigate, and frequently updated.
National Fragile X Foundation
National Fragile X Foundation
This site provides a great deal of information about Fragile X and related conditions (such as Autism), including definitions, causes, testing, interventions, and resources. The site is easy to navigate and the information is thorough and yet understandable. A great site to check out!
Mental Retardation Topic Center
MentalHelp.net
This topic center focuses on Mental Retardation and includes information on diagnosis, onset, symptoms, treatments, skills training and supportive services. In addition, the topic center also includes links to valuable resources, related blog entries, questions and answers, and the opportunity to share experiences through an online support community.
Sibling Support Project
The Arc
This Web site is a project of the Arc. It is dedicated to the interests of brothers and sisters of people with special health and developmental needs. Offers access to a newsletter, sibshop program, and other resources.
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