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Hearing, Speech and Deafness Center
Services and products for those who are hearing impaired and non-hearing.
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Physical Deconditioning
After experiencing an injury or with any chronic disease, it is common to experience deconditioning, a physical and/or psychological decline in function. Prolonged bed rest and inactivity can affect nearly all systems of the body. Some of these effects include:
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Listing: Accessible Cars, Vans, Rental Vans, and modification vendors
A listing of vans, accessible cars, hand controls and vehicle modifications for moblity. The vendors listed below sell, rent, and adapt new and used vehicles for people with disabilities including hand controls, pedals, van lifts, and other automobile accessible adaptations.
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Locked-in Syndrome
Locked-in Syndrome is a condition in which all voluntary muscles of the body are paralyzed, except for those that control eye movements.
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Chagall Tapestry - biblical and artistic explanation of artwork
One of the greatest artistic treasures for all the people with a disability. Learn the story of the Marc Chagall Tapestry located in the Shirley Ryan Abilitylab, 10th floor.
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Listing: Home Health Care Agencies in Chicago and IL
This listing identifies home health care agencies providing skilled nursing and rehabilitation care, such as physical, occupational, and speech therapy. Some are licensed.
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Computer Access Options for One-Handed Typing
Many adaptations for the computer are currently available for a one–handed typist to use to improve speed and accuracy. Looking at the advantages and disadvantages of each will assist with making a choice of adaptive equipment.
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Autism Speaks (formerly Belle Center of Chicago)
Autism Speaks (formerly The Belle Center) is a non-profit organization which supports the interests of parents and their children with autism and other disabilities.
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Portable Left Foot Accelerator
Portable driving aid for people with limited use of the right leg.
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Listing: Parkinson's Disease - Resources
There are many Parkinson's Disease community resources that can assist you in learning about the disease, other movement disorders, general medical issues, the latest research, and local support groups.
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