Classroom Internet Library

Developmental Disabilities

The American Association on Mental Retardation
Organizational information as well as links and news.

The Arc Homepage
Organizational information, news, a discussion board, research and advocacy news, and links to other resources.

Best Buddies
The mission of Best Buddies is to enhance the lives of people with intellectual disabilities by providing opportunities for socialization and employment.

Mental Retardation Research Center at UCLA
Information about research, and training.

The National Down Syndrome Society
Established in 1979 to increase public awareness about Down syndrome, this organization assists families in addressing the needs of children born with this genetic condition; and sponsors a scientific research. The site contains organizational information and links to other resources.

President's Committee for People with Intellectual Disabilities
Federal advisory committee, established by presidential executive order to advise the President of the United States and the Secretary of Health and Human Services on issues concerning citizens with intellectual disabilities and coordinate activities between different federal agencies and assess the impact of their policies upon the lives of citizens with intellectual disabilities and their families.