CLOTHING/ACCESSORIES 3E Love Clothing and products that raise awareness and empower individuals who use wheelchairs. Its social mission is encapsulated in the company’s trademarked International Symbol of Acceptance(wheelchair heart logo). www.3elove.com Blue Glasses Clothing and accessories with messages of optimism and encouragement. San Diego family established this micro-business venture for their son with special needs. www.blueglassesco.com Designs by Ja9 Fused glass artist Janine Stillman supports the National Autism Association through the sale of beautiful, dichroic glass puzzle piece jewelry and ornaments. 805-459-7296 www.designsbyja9shop.com
Downs Designs Dreams Clothes made for the unique body shapes of people with Down Syndrome. Designed to be comfortable, stylish and easy to get on and off. 877-390-4851 www.downsdesignsdreams.org
Patti + Ricky Inclusive fashion marketplace consisting of over 50 designers, many of whom have disabilities or a loved one with disabilities who inspired their stylish and functional products. www.pattiandricky.com
Emilio’s Loving Tabs Breathable t-shirts with snaps on the shoulder and sleeve, which facilitates access to chemotherapy treatments for children with cancer. 2650 Truxtun Rd. #202 SD, 92106 858-571-3328 www.enfhope.org
Zappos.com Sensory-friendly clothing, easy on/off shoes, diabetic shoes, compression wear, pull-on pants, clothes for little people and post-surgical and treatment wear. www.zappos.com/e/adaptive
Paper Clouds Apparel Sells sensory-friendly clothing (t-shirts, hats and totes) featuring artwork by individuals with special needs and raises funds for special needs schools and organizations. PCA is also partially owned by an individual with special needs. Waddell, AZ 602-525-1315 www.papercloudsapparel.com
COLLEGE AND THE ADULT TRANSITION Able-Disabled Advocacy Program designed to give young adults (ages 17–24) the opportunity to complete their education, connect with apprenticeships, and receive workforce training, mental health services and housing assistance. 4283 El Cajon Blvd. #110 SD, 92105
619-231-5990 www.able2work.org Best Buddies California Program that pairs students with intellectual and developmental disabilities in one-to-one friendships with typical peers. Planned social events provide the opportunity for adults with IDD to be involved in campus and community life. 323-291-0118 www.bestbuddies.org/california California Youth Leadership Forum for Students with Disabilities (YLF) Annual five-day leadership program for teens with disabilities that provides information and resources about employment, education, independence and assistive technology at CSU Sacramento. 855-894-3436 www.calylf.org Catapult Learning (See listing under Education)
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