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Provides current, comprehensive Alzheimer's disease (AD) information and resources from the National Institute on Aging (NIA) including general information, causes, diagnosis, symptoms, treatment and clinical trials. Also has a variety of publications that can be ordered online or by phone.

Provides services designed to support students who are blind, visually impaired, deaf, hard of hearing, and deaf-blind. These services include a library of free-loan described and captioned educational media, a clearinghouse of information related to educational media access, a gateway to Internet resources related to accessibility, and a center for training and evaluation of any service provider desiring to appear on the DCMP's approved lists of description and captioning service providers. There are no user registration or service fees. The DCMP is funded by the U.S. Department of Education and administered by the National Association of the Deaf.

Provides information and resources to protect public health and safety through the control and prevention of disease, injury and disability in the United States. Researches and provides information on infectious diseases, food borne pathogens, environmental health, occupational safety and health, health promotion, injury prevention and educational information to the community. Website has extensive information including A-Z topics on current health issues and preparedness.

Provides a variety of publications on health issues in both English and Spanish, an extensive list of clinical trials, information on Alzheimer's disease, and a comprehensive list of health and aging organizations. Also has grant and training information.

Provides information on substance abuse and mental health issues and diseases via publications, telephone, and or web site. Provides searchable resource guide by state, and city for: mental health facilities and support services, substance abuse treatment facilities, mental health services for consumer, family, and advocacy organizations. Searchable facilities include residential treatment services, outpatient mental health clinics, hospitals, and multi-service organizations. Also provides mental health statistical information by local area.

Supports individuals with ADHD by offering online webcasts, weekly e-newsletter, and online community for quetions and answers. Offers ADHD Helpline with Health Information Specialists who respond to public inquiries, via telephone or the website.

Provides research on mind, brain and behavior to relieve the burden of mental illness. Provides extensive mental health information online, current research and clinical trials. Offers a variety of publications in addition to the information available on the website.

Provides free consulting services for individuals with physical or intellectual limitations that affect employment. Services include one-on-one consultation about job accommodation ideas, requesting and negotiating accommodations, and rights under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and related laws. Although JAN does not help individuals find employment, JAN does provide information for job seekers. Provides free consulting services for employers on of job accommodations, including the accommodation process, accommodation ideas, product vendors, referral to other resources, and ADA compliance assistance. Website has extensive information on job accommodation.

Provides online listing of state resources to help family members or individuals locate government, nonprofit and private programs in the area where care is needed. Offers services for family caregivers, as well as resources for older or disabled adults living at home or in a residential facility. Includes information on government health and disability programs, legal resources and disease specific organizations.