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How to Choose a Nursing Home

It¡¯s never easy to move into a nursing home, or help a loved one make the transition, but sometimes it may be the best option for getting the care and support you need. Here are some tips and useful resources to help you get started on how to choose a nursing home.

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Disabilityscoop News for Accessibly

DisabilityScoop provides daily news coverage, stories about advocacy issues, and analysis of developmental disabilities on their website.

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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention CDC addresses four major areas: Diseases and Conditions, Healthy Living, Traveler's Health, Emergency Preparedness, and data statistics. Some topics covered include COPD, diabetes, cancer and smoking cessation.

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National Center for Voice and Speech

The goals of the National Center for Voice and Speech (NCVS) are to: expand educational programs; advocate for healthy voice use; and improve clinical service.

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U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Governing agency for US policies on health care

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Yoga for the Special Child

Yoga for the Special Child is a comprehensive program of yoga techniques designed to enhance the natural development of children with special needs.

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Family Resource Center on Disabilities (FRCD)

FRCD was organized in 1969 by parents, professionals, and volunteers to improve services for all children with disabilities.

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Cerebral Palsy - World CP Day Resources

World Cerebral Palsy Day is celebrated every year with a different theme and activity. There are 17 million people with CP worldwide. Check this informative website for more information about cerebral palsy, which is the most common physical disability that can occur in childhood.

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Getting the Right Wheelchair - manual, power, or standing

Anyone who uses a wheelchair needs to make sure it is the right type and fit. The Model Systems for SCI helps people find the right chair.

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