disABILITY LINK

Advocacy & Information and ReferralService

Staff help people with disabilities, their families, and others find services, housing leads, transportation, assistive technology, and benefits. They also work for changes that open up the community to people with disabilities.

Assistive Technology ProgramService

Staff help people find assistive technology that fits their lives, from simple tools like grabbers to tablets and software. A demo area lets you try equipment. Contact Sonny Carver to set up a demo.

Balancing Incentive Program (Aging and Disability Resource Connection line)Service

The center is an access point for Georgia's Aging and Disability Resource Connection. To reach it, call the statewide number, pick option 2, then choose physical disabilities. Callers can be from anywhere in the state.

Deaf/Blind ServicesService

This program coordinates services for people with hearing and/or vision loss. Staff offer alternative communication information, technology and computer training, cane and travel skills, and job help.

disABILITY LINK/AAPD Summer Internship ProgramProgram

This summer program places a college student or recent graduate with a disability in an internship with a host organization in the Atlanta area. Each intern is matched with a mentor.

Employment Services / Ticket to WorkService

The center helps people with disabilities get ready for work and find jobs. As a Ticket to Work Employment Network, it offers career counseling, job placement, and help understanding how work may affect benefits. It also works with Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency clients.

Empowering Our Youth (EOY)Program

Empowering Our Youth is a group run for and by young people with disabilities ages 14 to 29. Members speak up for themselves, work for change, and have fun. A monthly series of activities teaches independent living skills.

Health and WellnessProgram

The center has a small gym and classes on staying healthy and active. A Health and Wellness Specialist helps each person set and reach health goals, whatever their disability.