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Frequently Asked Questions
We often receive information requests on a popular topic, or one that may be pertinent to other patrons. The Frequently Asked Questions below may have just the answer you're looking for! If your question is not answered here, please send us a request and we'll answer within one business day. You might also try our toll-free information line or chat program to speak directly with an information specialist.
According to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD), aphasia is a “disorder that results from damage to portions of the brain that are responsible for language.” It often occurs suddenly after a stroke or head injury...
COVID-19 has changed life as we know in many ways. Safety measures such as social distancing, stay at home orders, and the wearing of face masks or cloth face coverings are now part of our daily lives. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)...
Yes! Members of the NIDILRR, community, including NARIC, publish information in Spanish.
Below, you will find a few members of the NIDILRR community who provide articles, factsheets, guides, and much more in Spanish:
The ADA National Network publishes...
You’ve just finished meeting with the doctor. He or she shared information about a new diagnosis or condition. Maybe you’re the one now facing life with a disability (either permanent or temporary) or maybe you will be supporting a family member with a...
You asked:
Can I get a computer?
We suggest visiting the Pass It On Center, which is creating alist of national and state resources so that people with disabilities can get the affordable assistive technology they need, including computers. The Pass It On Center's website provides...
