Resource Documents & Directory of Massachusetts Disability Agencies
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SRTA Announces “Try Transit” and Sunday Service
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Housing Modifications and Reasonable Accommodations
Resources for the Blind
Resources for Students
College Planning Guide for Students With Learning Disabilities
In this extensive planning guide, we give you the tools you need to be successful in understanding the college environment for students with learning disabilities as well as your rights and potential accommodations. Whether it’s the in-person or online college you’re pursuing, we’ll show you where to find the best resources to achieve your goals.
The Massachusetts Office on Disability fact sheet for outdoor dining under The Americans with Disabilities Act
MGL Resources
Downloadable Directory
The Massachusetts Office on Disability Information on Service Animals
Assistive Living Guide for Seniors with Disabilities
Resources for Seniors
Fall River Lock Box Program
C0uld you or a family member benefit from a lockbox outside your Home or Apartment?
If you would like a lockbox installed for your spare keys and meet the qualifications below you can either email [email protected], call the non-emergency line, 508-676-8511 and dial extension 4048, or come into the station in person. If you call or email you just need your name, number and address. Then a representative can come to you!
To qualify you need to:
- Live in Fall River
- Not live in a complex where maintenance or management can unlock the door
- Live somewhere the box can be hung
- Either be elderly, disabled or have some type of ailment that makes you vulnerable
Installation doesn’t take long you only need to have spare keys prepared.
Transition Plan and Self-Assessment for the City of Fall River
Executive Summaries
Outdoor Areas ADA Transition Plans
Polling Places ADA Transition Plans
Municipal Building ADA Transition Plans
Mass-Relay Guides
MassRelay makes it possible for individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing, deaf-blind or have difficulty speaking to make and receive telephone calls.
For more information about Massachusetts’ Equipment Distribution Program click the link below:
MEDICARE ELIGIBILITY FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES
Directory of Massachusetts Disability Agencies
Massachusetts Office on Disability
One Ashburton Place, Room 1305
Boston, MA 02108
(617) 727-7440 Voice/TTY
(800) 322-2020 Voice/TTY
http://www.mass.gov/mod
Provides information, technical assistance and advocacy for people with disabilities. The MOD staff can increase an organization’s awareness of access, assist advisory committees, and help in the transition to accessibility.
Massachusetts Architectural Access Board
One Ashburton Place, Room 1310
Boston, MA 02108
(617) 727-0660 Voice
http://www.mass.gov/aab
Enforces regulations designed to make public buildings accessible to people with disabilities. The AAB staff also offers limited assistance in resolving access questions.
Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination
One Ashburton Place, Room 601
Boston, MA 02108
617-994-6000 Voice
(617) 994-6196 TTY
http://www.mass.gov/mcad
Investigates discrimination complaints regarding employment, housing, public accommodations, education, mortgages, and credit. Has 24-hour information line in English and Spanish.
Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission
Administrative Offices
600 Washington Street
Boston, MA 02211
(617) 204-3600 Voice
(800) 245-6453 Voice/TTY
http://www.mass.gov/mrc
Services include vocational rehabilitation, independent living programs, employment services, and van and home modifications; offers information, speakers, and publications on employment requirements under the ADA. Call for complete list of programs and services.
Massachusetts Commission For the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
Administrative Offices
600 Washington Street
Boston, MA 02211
(617) 740-1600 Voice
(617) 740-1700 TTY
(800) 882-1155 Voice
(800) 530-7570 TTY
http://www.mass.gov/mrc
Services include vocational rehabilitation, independent living programs, employment services, and van and home modifications; offers information, speakers, and publications on employment requirements under the ADA. Call for complete list of programs and services.
Massachusetts Commission for the Blind
600 Washington Street
Boston, MA 02211
(617) 727-5550 Voice
(800) 392-6556 TTY
(800) 392-6450 Voice
http://www.mass.gov/mcb
Provides rehabilitation, information, and referral services to Massachusetts residents who are blind or visually impaired. Telephone tape is available. Call for a copy of The Mobility Guide Book.
Massachusetts Developmental Disabilities Council
100 Hancock Street
Second Floor, Suite 201
Quincy, MA 02171
(617) 770-7676
http://www.mass.gov/mddc
Promotes rights and opportunities for people with developmental disabilities to integrate into society. Provides information, referrals, and public education services.
Massachusetts Department of Mental Health
Central Office
25 Staniford Street
Boston, MA 02114
(617) 626-8000 Voice
(617) 727-9842 TTY
http://www.mass.gov/dmh
Responsible for assuring the delivery of mental health services to all citizens of Massachusetts, particularly those with limited income. Services include 24-hour emergency services, inpatient/hospital services, community residential services, outpatients counseling and psychotherapy, day treatment, respite care and school consultation.
Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services
Central Office
500 Harrison Avenue
Boston, MA 02118
(617) 727-5608 Voice
(617) 624-7783 TTY
http://www.mass.gov/dmr
Provides services in employment and training, family support, emergencies, and transportation. Also provides residential services and technical assistance to people with mental retardation. Works with local housing authorities for community placement.
Disabled Persons Protection Commission
300 Granite Street, Suite 404
Braintree, MA 02184
(617) 727-6465 Voice
(888) 822-0350
http: www.mass.gov/dppc
Conducts and oversees investigations of alleged abuse and monitors the delivery of protective services for people who need them. Receives and reviews reports of suspected abuse through a 24-hour hotline.
Community Autism Resources
33 James Reynolds Rd
Swansea, MA 02777
(508) 379-0371 Voice
Toll Free: 1(800) 588-9239
Fax: (508) 379-0269
Email: [email protected]
http: www.community-autism-resources.com
At CAR our goal is to provide you, our families, individuals with ASD, professionals, and our community, with up-to-date and useful information.
