Orthopedically Impaired/Traumatic Brain Injury
- Special School District of St. Louis County
- Orthopedic Impairment Agencies & Resources
Orthopedic Agencies & Resources
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Adapt-Ablility Inc.
314.432.1101
Adapt-Ability, Inc. is an independent, non-profit, charitable organization serving people with disabilities since 1986. Its services include:
- Jobsite Accommodation
- Home Modification
- Customized Wheelchairs
- Occupational Therapy
- Computer Access
- Assistive Communication
- Training
Funding Location and Assistance
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Children’s Hospital Family Resource Center
314.454.2350
The Center for Families Resource Library, formerly known as the Family Resource Center is your free resource for learning more about a diagnosis, condition, general health and wellness. Nurses and medical librarians are ready to answer questions and help you with research.
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Disabled Athlete Sports Association (DASA)
636.477.0716
DASA encourages a holistic, healthy lifestyle through a family-friendly athletic and rehabilitative environment that empowers children and adults with physical disabilities to live to the best of their natural abilities with greater emotional and physical well-being.
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LifeBridge Partnership
314.989.1188
LifeBridge empowers people with disabilities to develop skills for independence and to actively participate in the community and strives to meet the everchanging needs of people with disabilities in the community.
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Missouri Assistive Technology Project
800.647.8557
Missouri Assistive Technology strives to increase access to assistive technology for Missourians with all types of disabilities, of all ages.
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Muscular Dystrophy Association
314.962.0023
MDA assists people affected by muscular dystrophy, ALS and related neuromuscular diseases through innovations in science and innovations in care. MDA Resource Center serves the community with one-on-one specialized support, and offers educational conferences, events, and materials for families and healthcare providers. Children and young adults learn vital life skills and gain independence at summer camp and through recreational programs, at no cost to families. -
Paraquad Independent Living Center
314.289.4200
Paraquad works with people of all ages — from children who might have a disability to senior citizens and assists people who have a wide variety of disabilities, including physical, cognitive, visual, auditory and mental/emotional. The Center for Independent Living provides five core services: advocacy, independent living, information and referral, peer consultation and transition.
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Rankin Jordan Pediatric Bridge Hospital
314.872.6400
Rankin Jordan is a pediatric bridge hospital that helps kids from birth to 21 who are well enough to leave a traditional hospital but still need help before they go home. Rankin Jordan specializes in caring for children and families with the most complex conditions, illnesses and injuries and bridges the gap between hospital and home.
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Shriner's Hospital
314.432.3600
Shriner’s Hospital St. Louis’s board-certified surgeons and staff provide high-quality pediatric orthopedic care to children, regardless of the families' ability to pay in an environment designed to put children at ease.
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St. Louis HELP (Health Equipment Lending Program)
314.240.0796
St. Louis HELP provides anyone in need access to free home medical equipment through a recycle and reuse program.
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Starkloff Disabilities Institute
314.588.7090
The Starkloff Disability Institute is dedicated to helping people with disabilities participate fully and equally in all aspects of society and works on changing societal attitudes and perceptions about people with disabilities through activities that send a positive message about living with disability in order to create a world that welcomes disabled people. The Starkloff Disability Institute prepares candidates for competitive employment, and Starkloff Workplace Advisors prepares companies to welcome them. Dream Big is STEM-focused career camps for high school and college students.
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The Center for Head Injury Services
314.983.9230
The Center for Head Injury Services helps people with brain injuries, autism and other disabilities lead full and productive lives and provides rehabilitative and support services. in our community for over 30 years. Programs include medical therapies, counseling, vocational and employment services, two adult day services programs and two social enterprises.
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The Center for Head Injury Services
314.983.9230
The Center for Head Injury Services helps people with brain injuries, autism and other disabilities lead full and productive lives and provides rehabilitative and support services. in our community for over 30 years. Programs include medical therapies, counseling, vocational and employment services, two adult day services programs and two social enterprises.
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The Recreation Council of Greater St. Louis
314.726.6044
The Recreation Council of Greater St. Louis provides individuals with developmental disabilities an opportunity to have fun, be active, socialize and enhance their quality of life.
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United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) Heartland
636.227.6030
UCP Heartland provides supportive programs for people living with any type of developmental disability including autism, Cerebral Palsy, Down syndrome, intellectual disabilities (ID), Spina Bifida and traumatic brain injury (TBI). UCP Heartland is committed to providing hope, help and progress for people and families living with disabilities.