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AIDS Alabama
A United Way Partner, AIDS Alabama devotes its resources to helping people with HIV/AIDS live healthy, independent lives and works to prevent the spread of HIV.
Alabama Council for Developmental Disabilities
The Alabama Council for Developmental Disabilities plans that all Alabamians, regardless of disability, will live, learn, work, and play in inclusive communities where the worth of every person is valued, individual needs are supported, and opportunities are barrier free.
Alabama Department of Mental Health
The official site of the Alabama Department of Mental Health.
Alabama Department of Public Health
The official site of the Alabama Department of Public Health.
Alabama Department of Rehabilitation Services
The official site of the Alabama Department of Rehabilitation Services.
Alabama Department of Senior Services
The Alabama Department of Senior Services (ADSS) administers programs for senior citizens and people with disabilities. The mission of the Alabama Department of Senior Services is to promote the independence and dignity of those they serve through a comprehensive and coordinated system of quality services.
Alabama Family Ties
AFT is a support network for families who have children or adolescents needing mental health services.
Alabama Head Injury Foundation
The AHIF mission is to improve the quality of life for people who have survived traumatic brain injuries and for their families.
Alabama Hospice Organization
AHO is a non-profit, charitable organization dedicated to ensuring quality end-of-life care for all terminally ill patients and their families in Alabama.
Alabama Institute for the Deaf & Blind
The official site of the Alabama Institute for the Deaf & Blind.
Alabama Kidney Foundation
The official site of the Alabama Kidney Foundation.
Alabama Society for Respiratory Care
The Alabama Society for Respiratory Care (ASRC) was created in 1969 for the purpose of promoting a proactive and responsive forum for Respiratory Care Practitioners in the State of Alabama. The ASRC is dedicated to Education, Progress, Cooperation, Membership and Professionalism.
ALLKids
All Kids is a low cost comprehensive health insurance program for eligible children under the age of 19. The program is operated by the Alabama Department of Public Health.
Alzheimer's of Central Alabama
Alzheimer's of Central Alabama is a nonprofit volunteer organization and resource center serving Alzheimer's patients, caregivers and professionals.
American Liver Foundation/ Alabama Chapter
The American Liver Foundation Georgia Chapter is proud to serve the states of Georgia and Alabama. They provide a variety of services including but not limited to support groups, liver wellness and Hep 101 education programs.
Autism Society of Alabama
The official site of the Autism Society of Alabama.
Cystic Fibrosis Foundation/ Alabama Chapter
The mission of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation is to assure the development of the means to cure and control cystic fibrosis and to improve the quality of life for those with the disease.
Down Syndrome Alabama
The official site of the Parent Advocates Down Syndrome organization.
Easter Seals Alabama
Easter Seals provides services to children and adults with disabilities and other special needs, and support to their families.
North Alabama Sickle Cell Foundation
NASCF's goal is to improve the quality of life for people who suffer from Sickle Cell Conditions through patient enrichment programs, Educational programs, Counseling services, and Screening programs. Other services include Health Promotion Seminars, Financial emergency assistance, and socialization.
Poison Control Center
The Regional Poison Control Center Children's Hospital - 1-800-222-1222
Sight Savers America
Sight Savers is an organization providing eye care to disadvantaged children of Alabama.
United Cerebral Palsy of Greater Birmingham
Founded in 1948, this organization provides services for those suffering from cerebral palsy
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