Physical therapy is a discipline that focuses on helping people develop strength and regain function of the limbs and muscles of their bodies. A patient’s need for physical therapy evolves from factors such as an injury, debilitating illness, or advancing age. Physical therapists work with patients in many settings as a form of rehabilitation. Also known as physiotherapy, physical therapy is employed in several environments, including hospitals, nursing homes, and private offices. The goal of physical therapy is to establish or maintain function for people who have lost some abilities, and thereby improve their quality of life.
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Disability Resources
Statistics from the United States Census Bureau indicate that over 50 million Americans have some kind of disability. As this is a large part of the nation’s population it is important that the rights of disabled individuals are protected. Discrimination against the disabled has been made illegal by acts of legislation and technologies have been developed to improve the lives of the disabled. There are several state, national, and international organizations that advocate on behalf of disabled individuals, whether physical or mental. Below is an informative resource guide to disabilities.
Job Resources for Individuals With Disabilities
- Employees’ Practical Guide to Negotiating and Requesting Reasonable Accommodations This article outlines what how one can request accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
- The ADA: Your Responsibilities as an Employer: rules and regulations required of employers to accommodate those with disabilities.
- A Guide for People with Disabilities Seeking Employment: primer for those with disabilities on their rights in the workplace.
- Economic Independence Through Jobs & Self-Employment: official government guide to obtaining and maintaining a job.
- USA Jobs: fact sheet on finding a job within the federal government.
- Ability Jobs: job listing and resume assistance for people with disabilities.
- Project Hired: organization committed to helping people with disabilities obtain and keep jobs.
- Federal Jobs: listing of federal and government jobs especially for those with disabilities.
- WorkWORLD: software designed to manage skills with Federal and Social Security compensation.
- Career-Related Resources for Students With Disabilities: listing of helpful organizations and foundations.
- Ability Links: job-related resources for employees and employers.
- Vocational Rehabilitation: vocational rehab resources specifically for individuals with disabilities.
- Project Work: provides assistance and information with those with intellectual disabilities.
- Employment for Persons With Disabilities: resources on finding jobs and vocational rehabilitation.
- Lift Inc.: organization that aims to recruit and train individuals with disabilities for information management and information technology positions.
- National Business and Disability Council: group for business looking to hire individuals with disabilities.
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Help For Wheelchair Users: Domestic and International
Wheelchairs change lives. Wheelchairs free the disabled around the globe, allowing independence and a better quality of life. Wheelchairs no longer signal “can’t do” but “can do.” And that’s no handicap.
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