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.

Evaluating Digitalization of Social Services from the Viewpoint of the Citizen

“…Another aspect is the availability of e-government services. Fisher et al [4] analyzed governmental websites targeted for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. In these websites, some states did not include information on certain services, which were probably available.…”