PARTNER AGENCIES

MISSION
To reach and teach children in wheelchairs ages three through high school the importance of complete independence in all activitites of daily living, which in turn leads to self-esteem, motivation, and a desire to excel.

VISION
Through recreational activities, children in wheelchairs learn a great life lesson - it's not the circumstances that matter, but what you do with those circumstances.

WEBSITE
www.ableyouth.org

CONTACT
Rick Slaughter
973-5372
rick@ableyouth.org

MISSION
To unite the deaf, the hard of hearing and the hearing communities through education, services and support to empower individuals to achieve thier full potential.

VISION
There are no barriers for deaf and hard of hearing people to reach their goals.

WEBSITE
www.leagueforthedeaf.com

CONTACT
Sharon McLaughlin
248-8828
sm@idhh.org

MISSION
Progress is a not-for-profit agency committed to enhancing the lives of people with developmental disabilities and encouraging their full participation in community life.

VISION
By focusing on, reinforcing and developing unique abilities, every individual is able to lead a rich fulfilling life.

WEBSITE
www.progress-inc.org

CONTACT
Susan Jakoblew
399-3000 x39
info@progress-inc.org

MISSION
Promote the independence and participation of individuals of all ages with disabilities in school, work or play through their use of assistive technology.

VISION
All individuals with disabilities in middle Tennessee will have adequate resources and assistance to enable them to learn about, choose, acquire, and use assistive technology or participation in community life.

WEBSITE
http://tac.ataccess.org

CONTACT
Rob Bates
218-2945
rob.bates@comcast.net

FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, PLEASE FEEL FREE TO CONTACT ANY OF THE FOLLOWING:
Rob Bates - 218-2945
Susan Jakoblew - 399-3000 x39
Sharon McLaughlin - 248-8828
Rick Slaughter - 973-5372