We have compiled a list of web sites and resources that you may find helpful. When you click on these links, you will be leaving the American Syringomyelia & Chiari Alliance Project (ASAP) web site. ASAP is not responsible for the content or accuracy of information found there, nor do we endorse any of these sites. 

  

Chronic Pain:

These sites provide information on issues pertaining to pediatric chronic pain.


Disabilities/Educational Rights

There are many federal laws which protect those with disabilities. These sites contain information about disability and educational rights that may pertain to your child.

There are networking opportunities for children and teens to connect with others.


Flight Assistance

Many organizations provide free or reduced travel assistance to those in need.


Continuing Education

They’ve also created a complementary guide to scholarships and financial aid for students with disabilities to help students and their families better understand the vast number of financial aid options available to them. Key elements of the guide include:

– A comprehensive review of all of the scholarships available, listed by disability
– Amounts awarded and deadlines for each scholarship
– Debt-forgiveness options for those who acquired a disability post-graduation

Link to guidebook: http://www.affordablecollegesonline.org/college-resource-center/affordable-colleges-for-students-with-disabilities/

Affordable Colleges Online has added a new resource to bring awareness to cyber bullying! Understanding Cyberbullying in College
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Affordable Degrees Online has put together a website focused on explaining some of the lesser-known ways to reduce the cost of a college degree. Sadly, few students realize that they might be able to help bring their dream school within reach financially by taking advantage of their prior life experience, as well as select online courses (varies by school, of course). Here are a few important elements of the site:

Most Affordable Colleges by State

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Accredited Schools Online is a comprehensive accreditation resource that provides prospective students and families with the tools needed to make well-informed decisions about their education.

A team of data scientists and higher education experts spent the months analyzing data and making this tool the best of its kind on the web. Prospective students are able to search for schools using various criteria and compare online college programs to find the right fit for their personal, educational, and professional needs.

What sets this tool apart from others is the extensive data and capabilities they provide users. Students can compare up to 4 schools at one time, researching how each stacks up when it comes to cost, accreditation, available programs and more.

College navigation and comparison tool: http://www.accreditedschoolsonline.org/online-colleges/