Disability Link
1901 Montreal Rd, Suite 102, Tucker, 30084
(404) 687-8890 · more numbers below
disABILITY LINK is a Center for Independent Living, which means it is run by and for people with disabilities. It serves Metro Atlanta and nearby counties. It offers peer support, skills training, advocacy, job help, assistive technology, travel training, and help applying for SNAP food benefits.
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- Who they serve
- Anyone, Youth (under 25), VeteransFrom the description, not confirmed
What they offer 23
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Advocacy & Information and ReferralService
Staff help people with disabilities, their families, and others find services such as housing, transportation, assistive technology, and benefits. They also help people speak up for their rights and use support systems.
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Assistive TechnologyService
People can try out tools in a demo area, from simple items like grabbers and styluses to CCTVs, tablets, and software. Staff help match tools to a person's life and needs.
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Balancing Incentive Program (BIP) Access PointService
The center is an access point for Georgia's Aging and Disability Resource Connection. People can call a state phone line to be connected to aging and disability services. Callers may get calls back from anywhere in the state.
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Core Independent Living ServicesService
These are five main services: advocacy, independent living skills, information and referral, peer counseling, and transition services. They help people with disabilities build skills and make their own choices.
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Deaf/Blind ServicesService
This program coordinates services for people with hearing and/or vision loss. It offers one-on-one training and workshops on alternative communication, computers, getting around with a long cane, and jobs.
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Employment Services (Ticket to Work, LEAPS, GVRA)Service
The center helps people with disabilities get ready for work and find jobs. It is a Ticket to Work Employment Network, works with Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency, and runs the LEAPS peer-support job program.
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Empowering Our Youth (EOY) / W.A.T.C.H. M.E.Program
A youth group run for and by young people with disabilities ages 14 to 29. Members speak up for themselves, build independence skills, and have fun.H.E. activities happen a few days one week each month.
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Health and WellnessProgram
A program with classes and a small gym to help people with any disability learn to live a healthier, more active life. A Health and Wellness Specialist helps each person set and reach health goals.
Events 4
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Basic American Sign Language Class
Every 2nd Wednesday, 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
A fun, easy basic ASL class held at the center.m. to noon. Anyone can come.
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COVID and Health Disparities Conversations
Thursdays, 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
A weekly talk group about health topics that came up during the pandemic, such as healthy eating, stress, coping, and mindfulness. It meets Thursdays at the center's office.
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Employer Network
Monthly meetings and a quarterly meeting
Monthly meetings on employment topics and job openings, held for employers and for experts in employment and disability. There is also a quarterly meeting with guest speakers on community resources and inclusion.
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Tech Tools Wednesday
Every 4th Wednesday, 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
A monthly session that shows new assistive technology for the deaf and hard of hearing community.m. to noon.
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