The study found that 21.0% of population of people with disabilities (PWD) are unable to work. For those that are able to find a fitting job, per capita income among PWD is only 59.7% of that of general population. These people are forced to find housing that will fit their budget, while fitting their accessibility needs.

In order to help disabled in frustrating - and sometimes unsucessful attempts at finding a fitting place to live, National Accessible Apartment Clearinghouse(NAAC) provides them with a free service. NAAC is represented in over 43 States and over 155 major metropolitan areas nation-wide.

"Our Staff searches accessible apartment database of over 46,000 specially designed apartments based on residents needs and desired locations. Prospective residents will then receive a listing of all accessible apartments in their geographical area of choice. The listings include accessible features of each apartment community and individual apartment home."

NAAC maintains only national database of accessible apartments. Since NAAC is a non-profit organization, and all services provided are free, you needn't worry about losing any money. You can contact NAAC by calling 1-800-421-1221 or emailing them at: clearinghouse@naahq.com.

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If time and finances permit, take your child on a trip to visit your new city and home to get acquainted. If that's not possible, get on Internet, and show him or her city, neighborhood, and home where you'll be living. Most cities have Web sites available that offer a wide range of information, so you can plan activities for after your move, such as visits to theater, a visit to local zoo, or a trip to a local restaurant that serves your child's favorite food.

Allowing your children to participate as much as possible makes time they spend anticipating move pass more quickly. Keep them occupied by letting them plan and pack a box or two of their special things. Consider their input on new decor and layout of their new rooms. Encourage them to take time to exchange good-byes with friends and loved ones and get addresses, e-mail addresses, and phone numbers to stay in touch.

While you are preparing for move, try to stick as closely to your normal routine as possible, and let your children know that, although they will soon live in a new house, rules of household will still be same. Bedtime is still at 9 p.m., and homework must still completed before TV time is allowed. And although Mom and Dad are a little busier and distracted with move, they love their children very much and are giving entire household a new opportunity to grow.

On moving day, have a bag packed of personal belongings for each member of family, being careful to include medications, clothes, and personal items. Let your children choose what amusements and favorite "loveys" they wish to take along, and reassure them they will see their other favorite toys when they arrive in their new home.

Your preparedness will go a long way in reassuring your children that their needs are being considered.