Provides leadership and support for a comprehensive program of research related to the rehabilitation of individuals with disabilities. All of our programmatic efforts are aimed at improving the lives of individuals with disabilities from birth through adulthood. It is the mission of NIDRR to generate, disseminate and promote new knowledge to improve the options available to disabled persons. Sponsors the ABLEDATA Project which provides objective information about assistive technology products and rehabilitation equipment available from domestic and international sources. Although ABLEDATA does not sell any products, we can help you locate the companies that do. Offers specialized information and referral in finding assistive technology products and rehabilitation equipment offered nationally and internationally. For ABLEDATA assistive technology information, please call toll-free:(800)227-0216.