title: Identifying state resources and support programs on e-government websites for persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
abstract: This descriptive cross-sectional study identified resources and programs that are available nationwide on the Internet to support individuals and families with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD), with a focus on intellectual disability. This evaluation included easily identifiable information on specific resources and highlighted unique programs found in individual states that were linked from e-government websites. Researchers documented the ease of access and available information for all 50 states and the District of Columbia. A number of disparities and areas for improvement were recorded for states and I/DD websites. The researchers conclude that a number of additional health and support services will be needed to address the growing needs of this vulnerable population.
authors.affiliation: College of Nursing and Health Professions, Drexel University, Mail Stop 501, 245 N. 15th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA.
authors.forename: Kathleen M
authors.initials: KM
authors.lastname: Fisher
authors.affiliation: Cooper Medical School of Rowan University, 401 South Broadway, Camden, NJ 08103, USA.
authors.forename: Justin D
authors.initials: JD
authors.lastname: Peterson
authors.affiliation: School of Medicine, George Washington University, 2300 Eye Street NW, Washington, DC 20037, USA.
authors.forename: Jon D
authors.initials: JD
authors.lastname: Albert