New Jersey Organizations
National Organizations
International Organizations
Government Resources
Housing Development
Resources for persons with Disabilities and their Families
The National Accessible Apartment Clearinghouse (NAAC) connects individuals with disabilities with apartments that have been designed for, or adapted to meet their needs.
National Alliance to End Homelessness is a national advocacy organization for the homeless.
National Association of Developmental Disabilities Councils (NADDC) is the national association of state DD Councils.
National Association of State Mental Health Program Directors (NASMHPD) is the national organization of directors of state mental health agencies. The site has information, including their endorsement of supportive housing and links to interesting activities in other states, for example Oregon's plan to develop supportive housing for the mentally ill.
The National Empowerment Center aims to "carry a message of recovery, empowerment, hope and healing to people who have been diagnosed with mental illness." The Empowerment Center offers information and referral, a newsletter, conference planning, advocacy, and research.
The National Center on Physical Activity and Disability (NCPAD) encourages and supports people with disabilities who wish to increase their overall level of activity and participate in some form of regular physical activity.
The National Center for Housing Management is a nonprofit trainer of property managers of affordable housing. Their site lists their course curriculum and you can register for classes online.
National Coalition for Homeless Veterans (NCHV) NCHV seeks to eliminate homelessness in the veteran community and work its way out of business.
The National Coalition for the Homeless is a national advocacy network of homeless persons, activists, service providers, and others committed to ending homelessness through public education, policy advocacy, grassroots organizing, and technical assistance.
National Council on Independent Living is a membership organization that advances the independent living philosophy and advocates for the human rights of people with disabilities
The National Home of Your Own Alliance and Fannie Mae has prepared A Home of Your Own Guide for persons with disabilities who want to become homeowners. The comprehensive guidebook provides a wealth of information and resources on becoming a homeowner.
National Housing Institute The National Housing Institute is a 24-year old independent nonprofit organization that examines the issues causing the crisis in housing and community in America.
The National Interfaith Hospitality Network is a national, non-profit organization that assists religious and community organizations in developing and operating Network programs.
National Resource Center on Homelessness and Mental Illness.
The Neighborhood Reinvestment Corporation was created under Title VI of the Housing and Community Development Amendments of 1978 to implement and expand the activities of the Urban Reinvestment Task Force.
The National Law Center, established in 1989, serves as the legal arm of the national movement to end homelessness in America.
The National Low Income Housing Coalition (NLIHC) is the only national organization dedicated solely to ending America's affordable housing crisis. The NLIHC is committed to educating, organizing, and advocating to ensure decent, affordable housing within healthy neighborhoods for everyone.
The National Organization on Disability promotes full and equal participation of America's 54 million men, women and children with disabilities in all aspects of life.
Pratt Institute Center for Community and Environmental Development is a regional training and housing advocacy organization.
Reintegration.com is a website designed to act an on-line resource for those seeking to control mental illness and pursue a meaningful life through reintegration into the community.
Stand Up for Rural America provides information on resources for Americans living in rural areas.
The State of the States in Developmental Disabilities was established in 1982 to investigate the determinants of public spending for mental retardation/developmental disabilities.
Technical Assistance Collaborative is a Boston-based, non-profit organization providing consultation and technical assistance to governments and community organizations in the health, human services and supported housing fields.
WebAble offers information on recommended technology, training, seminars to benefit persons with disabilities.