People can get information from the Web site and send questions and receive answers via e-mail until the end of the year. The District of Columbia Assistive Technology Resource Center at 810 First St. NE has adaptive equipment and devices on display for people with disabilities. People are encouraged to schedule an appointment to come to the center to look at all the assistive technology available before they purchase their own equipment. The Al-Anon Service Center of Northern Virginia has a volunteer on duty 24 hours a day to give information on help for spouses, relatives and friends of problem drinkers. Includes free doctors' visits, asthma medications and asthma counseling.
Eligibility is based on factors such as income and household size.
The Alzheimer's Association is a national organization offering support and information on research and treatment of Alzheimer's. The American Cancer Society's Cancer Aid Program offers financial assistance with hospital bills, surgeon's fees, radiation therapy, chemotherapy and physical rehabilitation for eligible District residents. The Montgomery County Unit of the American Cancer Society offers a wide variety of rehabilitation and assistance programs for county cancer patients. Cancer Research Foundation of America offers information on cancer prevention strategies. Library, information about all cancers, consultations, support groups.