"You never know how strong you are until you need to be."
RESOURCES
SUBSTANCE ABUSE
SUBSTANCE ABUSE AND MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES ADMINISTRATION
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is the agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that leads public health efforts to advance the behavioral health of the nation. SAMHSA's mission is to reduce the impact of substance abuse and mental illness on America's communities.
LEARN 2 COPE
Support for family & friends of alcoholics or addicts.
SAFE COALITION
Opiate prevention and education, crisis counseling for fatal overdoses, as well as much more - only available in Massachusetts US at this time.
ALCOHOLHELP.COM
Educational guide explains the different types of treatment available to help individuals find the most successful path to sobriety.
THE LAVALAMP FOUNDATION
The LavaLamp Foundation in Honor of Tyler Hallahan works to lift the veil of shame, isolation and stigma surrounding addiction to help those addicted and their loved ones feel less alone and more informed.
ADDICTION CENTER
Get help finding a drug or alcohol rehab solution
DELPHI BEHAVIORAL HEALTH GROUP
Addiction Treatment For Everyone. Delphi is a family of facilities offering individualized treatment for all levels of addiction.
SUICIDE PREVENTION
NATIONAL SUICIDE PREVENTION HOTLINE - USA
If you’re contemplating suicide, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255.
COLUMBUS RECOVERY CENTER - DEPRESSION RESOURCE GUIDE
If you or someone you know is suffering from depression, it can be difficult to know where to turn. There are many excellent resources online that you can use to find out more about depression, including treatments, where to get help, and support for family and friends.
DRUGREHAB.COM - REDUCING SUICIDE RISK GUIDE
Alcohol and drug abuse are among the leading risk factors for suicide. People with substance use disorders may experience hopelessness and suicidal thoughts, but treatment for addiction has helped people find purpose and happiness in life.
HEALTH, INJURY, ILLNESS & MORE
DOMESTIC ABUSE HOTLINE
The Domestic Abuse Hotline answers the call to support and shift power back to those affected by relationship abuse.
The Hotline® is the only 24/7 center in the nation that has access to service providers and shelters across the U.S.
CITIZEN ADVOCACY GROUP: OMBUDSMAN
The Long-Term Care Ombudsman program advocates for residents of nursing homes, assisted living facilities, board and care homes, and similar adult care homes. A list of Massachusetts based patient advocates can be found here.
COMPLETE ANATOMY - APP
The world’s most accurate, most advanced, and best-selling 3D anatomy platform, with ground-breaking new technology, models, and content. Not just an atlas, but an anatomy learning platform, with unique collaboration and learning tools.
CONSTANT THERAPY - APP
Constant Therapy is a cognitive, language and speech app for patients recovering from stroke and TBI, or living with aphasia, dementia and other neurological conditions.
THRIVE HEALTH SOLUTIONS
Thrive Health Solutions is a health and lifestyle company focused on treating modern-day issues such as excess weight, eating disorders, and addictions by dealing with the root cause: our mindset.
SPAULDING REHABILITATION NETWORK
Spaulding Rehabilitation is a world leader in advanced rehabilitation treatment and research – serving the greater Boston region and beyond. Their leading medical professionals, clinicians, and researchers helped me in my recovery journey. "Find your strength."
THE PATIENT INSTITUTE
Educating patients and caregivers on the complexities of healthcare.
MENTAL HEALTH EFFECTS AND MESOTHELIOMA
Finding out your loved one has an illness can be difficult for those who spend a lot of time with the patient. Some of the most common conditions that may arise include anxiety and depression. Learn how to recognize symptoms of a person struggling with their mental health, and what to do about it.
DO IT FOR THE LOVE
Inspiring hope & healing through the gift of live music experiences.
HOME BASE
Home Base, a Red Sox Foundation and Massachusetts General Hospital Program, is dedicated to healing the invisible wounds for Veterans of all eras, Service Members, Military Families, and Families of the Fallen through world-class clinical care, wellness, education, and research.
HEADINJURY.COM
Resources for individuals who have experienced head injury.
BRAINLINE.ORG
All about brain injury and PTSD
BOSTON CENTER FOR INDEPENDENT LIVING
Provides services to people with disabilities in the Boston area. Was organization was created by people with disabilities seeking full integration into society. BCIL empowers people of all ages with a wide range of disabilities with the practical skills and self-confidence to take control over their lives and become active members of the communities in which they live. At the same time, BCIL engages in advocacy and community organizing to promote access and change within society.
COMMON HOUSING APPLICATION FOR MASSACHUSETTS PROGRAMS
Apply for state-aided public housing and the Alternative Housing Voucher Program (AHVP)
HOUSINGWORKS
HousingWorks is a service designed to help individuals and organizations working in the subsidized/affordable/special needs housing world take advantage of the symbiotic linkage that our model revealed is already present.
MASSACHUSETTS BAR ASSOCIATION
Lawyer referral service.
THE RIDE
The RIDE paratransit service provides Boston area residents door-to-door, shared-ride transportation to eligible people who can’t use the subway, bus, or trolley all or some of the time due to temporary or permanent disability.
HEALTH LAW RESOURCES
Health Law Advocates represents individuals, groups of consumers and communities, as well as conducting education, outreach, and other initiatives.
PT1 TRANSPORTATION
MassHealth provides non-emergency medical transportation for both ambulatory and non-ambulatory MassHealth members living in the community who are going to MassHealth-covered services.
The SaeboFlex allows individuals suffering from neurological impairments, such as stroke, the ability to incorporate their hand functionally in therapy and at home.
Ultraflex mobility braces and support solutions help correct abnormal gait and improve normal mobility by helping patients in the areas of stability, strength, balance and endurance without limiting joint motion or muscle use.
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ADAPTIVE TECHNOLOGY & EQUIPMENT
NIKE FLYEASE
Nike FlyEase creates shoes that are quick and easy to get into, and more hands-free. The easy-entry designs expand access and unlock benefits for all athletes.
AFTERSHOKZ - HEADPHONES
Bone conduction technology allows for both high-quality sound and situational awareness to deliver a hearing experience like no other.
DRAGON SPEECH RECOGNITION
Nuance's Dragon is the best overall speech recognition software. I've found this to be the most accurate (99%) tool for voice detection and transcription, transforming my everyday life by assisting me in all aspects of communication and technology.
EASTERSEALS
Easterseals is a non-profit organization that has served as an indispensable resource for individuals with disabilities, veterans, seniors and their families.
The Expert Mouse® Wired Trackball is the ultimate productivity enhancer that makes working at the desk quicker, more accurate and extremely comfortable for your hand and wrist.
Connect to any device, any OS. K380 Multi-Device connects to all Bluetooth® wireless devices with external keyboard support. It automatically maps keys, remembers shortcuts, and gives you a familiar layout for your preferred platform.
Liftware's selection of stabilizing and leveling handles and attachments are designed to help people with hand tremor or limited hand and arm mobility retain dignity, confidence, and independence.
Fanwer Multifunction Long Handled Tool Adjustable Shoe Horn and Dressing Aids, Sock Remover for Seniors, Elderly, Disabled
EyeWorks is designed to manage all aspects of eye tracking research simply and effectively. From study development to data collection to analysis and reporting, this powerful package provides a flexible and easy to use solution for the eye tracking researcher in a variety of fields.
Tobii Eye Tracker 5 is the next generation of head and eye tracking, engineered for PC gaming. The only device capable of tracking both head and eye movements for game interaction, esports training, and streaming, Tobii Eye Tracker 5 is a revolutionary new way to play and compete in your favorite games.
MegaBee™ is a simple-to-use assisted writing tablet to aid frequent communication with people who have impairments.
A novel spelling system for patients with locked-in syndrome to communicate.
Provides hands-free drinking, designed for physical disabilities and paralysis: multiple sclerosis, cerebral palsy, stroke, and spinal injuries.
Activate hands-free help in any room with Bluetooth voice-activated smart lights.
MedRhythms is a digital therapeutics company that uses sensors, music, and software to build evidence-based, neurologic interventions to measure and improve walking.
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SPECIAL THANKS
AMI CLIFFORD LAW
Clifford Law Office, P.C. serves the Boston Metro Area.
TIM SINDELAR
Disability Law
DISABILITY LAW CENTER
Massachusetts Protection and Advocacy
SULLIVAN LAW
Global law firm serving visionaries, trailblazers and game changers.
THE LIBERTY HOTEL
One of my favorite places. Embrace the extraordinary at The Liberty, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Boston. Once the storied Charles Street Jail, this hotel boasts gorgeous historic architecture and a central location at the foot of Beacon Hill, just steps from premier shopping boutiques and dining options.
FG Designs has been in the business of providing unique, expressive custom apparel and accessories for over 15 years. We provide apparel and accessories for every occasion where customized apparel and accessories are appreciated.