Consumer Guide to Health Care
Information and Support for People
with Disabilities or Chronic Illnesses
Disabilities and Impairments
and Services for
People with Disabilities from the Wisconsin Department of Health Services. These pages
include links to information on programs and resources for Wisconsin residents affected
by disabilities.
Consumer
Groups contact information is also available from the Department of Health Services.
The Wisconsin
Chronic Disease Program (WCDP) offers assistance to Wisconsin
residents with chronic renal disease,
hemophilia and
adult cystic fibrosis.
Consumer
Information Reports, from the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, provide information to help you assess the
quality of care provided by facilities for people with developmental
disabilities.
Easter Seals Wisconsin
(exit DHS): Easter Seals' mission is to increase
independence, maximize opportunities, minimize barriers and enhance the
quality of life for people with disabilities. Here you will find
information on Easter Seals programs, services, and special events in
Wisconsin.
The Family Village
(exit DHS) website, sponsored by the Waisman
Center at the University of Wisconsin - Madison, brings together information
for people with cognitive and other disabilities, their families, and those that provide them services and support.
Disability Rights Wisconsin
(exit DHS) is a private, nonprofit agency that
provides protection and advocacy for people with disabilities throughout
Wisconsin.
Wisconsin Board for People with Developmental Disabilities
(exit DHS) plans and advocates for support for people with
developmental disabilities in Wisconsin.
ABC for Health
(exit DHS) is a nonprofit public interest law firm that
focuses on health care access in Wisconsin with a special focus on families with
children who have disabilities. Its health benefits counselors can
suggest coverage or payment options you may not be aware of. The firm's
services are free to families with children under the age of 19 and
pregnant women.
Last Revised:
April 01, 2013
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