The
Toolbox 
This is the greatly expanded and revised version of our
most popular resource, Agricultural Tools, Equipment, Machinery,
and Buildings for Farmers and Ranchers with Disabilities. More than
500 new ideas are included. Each contains a description, method of operation,
contact, and photo. Also includes case studies, resource lists, and
The Toolbox CD listed below. $80.00 Back to Top
The
Toolbox CD
Based on the print version of The Toolbox, this
CD contains updated product descriptions, photos, and contact information,
plus video clips, new product fact sheets, the Barn Builders peer support
network directory, and other resources. Fact sheets are linked for easy
navigation. $25.00 Click
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Conducting
Agricultural Worksite Assessments
Newly Revised 2005
 Assists
the rural rehabilitation professional in conducting an effective agricultural
worksite assessment for a farmer or rancher with a physical disability.
The 125-page publication provides a standardized assessment format as
well as a wealth of information for preparing a plan to address individual
needs. New Electronic Version of the assessment tool in Microsoft Access
format allows for recording and storing of client information plus the
printing of reports and running of data queries.
Written manual:
$30.00. Electronic version: $75.00. Manual and electronic version: $100.00
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Indiana Directory of Disability Resources (IDDR)
Ninth Edition
 Lists
contact information on more than 325 organizations in Indiana and across
the country that assist consumers and professionals concerning disability-related
issues. Includes contact information, listings of addresses, phone numbers,
web sites, disabilities served, users served, and resources provided.
Indexed both alphabetically and by disability type.
Quantity of 1-4:
$7.00 ea. plus shipping. Quantity of 5-9: $6.00 ea. plus shipping. Quantity
of 10+: $5.00 ea. plus shipping. Also see the www.iddr.info to view an online version of the IDDR.
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Arthritis
and Agriculture: A guide to Understanding and Living with Arthritis
 A
23-page brochure focused on agricultural workers that discusses such
topics as: common types of arthritis, assistive technology, work simplification,
and managing stress.
Contact The
Arthritis Foundation, Indiana Chapter at 800-783-2342 for pricing and
ordering information. Click here for a PDF version of Arthritis and Agriculture (909 KB). .
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Plain
Facts about Arthritis: A Guide to Understanding and Living with Arthritis
in Plain Communities
A version of Arthritis
and Agriculture geared toward the Amish and other Old Order groups.
Contact The
Arthritis Foundation, Indiana Chapter at 800-783-2342 for pricing and
ordering information. Back
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Enterprising
Ideas
 Contains
case histories of rural residents with disabilities who have developed
alternative, farm-based enterprises (income-producing ventures). Each
case discusses the enterprise, the resources and skills required for
the venture and the assistive technology used by the farmer. Enterprising
Ideas is appropriate for rural rehabilitation professionals as well
as farmers considering a change in enterprise. $10.00 Back
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Bridging
Horizons
 A
publication to assist FFA advisors in their efforts to include all youth
in FFA, including those who have disabilities. It contains sections
on:
- Understanding disabilities
- Cultivating independence and confidence in members with disabilities
- Practical ways to improve accessibility in FFA facilities and programs
- Case histories of FFA members with disabilities
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Barn
Builders Directory
A peer support
network of farmers and ranchers with disabilities and their caregivers.
This resource will help bring together individuals with disabilities
and t heir
caregivers with someone in a similar situation. All the individuals
listed have agreed to assist another farmer, rancher or caregiver by:
talking with others, corresponding and/or making farm or hospital visits.
$15.00
Also see the Web-based
Resources page to view an online version of the Barn Builders
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Improving
Farmstead Accessibility 
This guide provides help to rehabilitation service providers in identifying
accessibility concerns around the home and the farmstead. The resource
can help in developing solutions for farmstead layout, home accessibility,
accessibility for gardens and orchards, farm shop accessibility, and
accessibility and safety. $30.00 Back
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Identifying,
Selecting, and Implementing Assistive Technology in the Agricultural
Workplace
Provides assistance to rural rehabilitation professionals and other
service providers in identifying, selecting and using assistive technology
that is appropriate for the agricultural workplace. Chapters address
several topics, including what is assistive technology, how to select
the appropriate level of accommodation, developing creative solutions
to agricultural workplace barriers and strategies for financing assistive
technology. $30.00 Back to
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Making
Career Decisions Following a Disability - A Guide for Farmers &
Ranchers 
Provides rural professionals with practical materials (over 20 handouts,
worksheets, sample cover letters and resumes) for helping farmers and
ranchers make career decisions. Chapters address the agricultural lifestyle,
prevalence of disabilities, the role of the professional, identifying
resources, self-assessment, tools for the job search, the ADA and assistive
technology for employers and employees. $30.00 Back
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Making Career Decisions
During a Time of Transition
Abbreviated version of above-listed publication. $10.00 Back
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Modified
Agricultural Equipment: Manlifts for Farmers & Ranchers with Physical
Handicaps
This 322-page manual contains descriptions and evaluations of 27 modified,
self-propelled agricultural machines. Modifications include chair, platform,
wheelchair platform, and sling lifts. Each summary gives information
on adaptability and compatibility of the lift, maintenance requirements,
description of operation and cost estimates. $25.00 Back
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"Plowshares"
Technical Articles
'Plowshares'
are technical articles discussing rural assistive technology concepts.
These articles are published periodically by the Breaking New Ground
Resource Center. ($2.50 per copy)
Click
here for a complete listing of available Plowshares titles. (Six titles
are currently online.)
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Improving
Your Rural Business with the ADA
 This
resource is designed to assist business owners in understanding the
American with Disabilities Act (ADA). The resource packet includes a
13-minute videotape on making businesses more accessible, handouts,
transparency masters, and a leader's guide to help in organizing and
conducting a training session. $25.00 or VHS videotape only $20.00
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Assistive
Technology Needs Assessment of Farmers and Ranchers with Spinal Cord
Injuries
This manual reports findings of a study completed by BNG, funded by
the Paralyzed Veterans of America Spinal Cord Research Foundation in
which farmers and ranchers with spinal cord injuries were surveyed to
determine rehabilitation technology needs. $25.00 Back
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