Table 1 Excerpts from the manual containing resources that can be recommended to trauma patients by the study facilitators. The content of the resource manual should be specific to the geographic location of the trauma center

Job placement agencies

Vocational rehabilitation (Florida Division of Vocational Rehabilitation) Our Mission is “to help people with disabilities find and maintain employment and enhance their independence.” Our Vision is “to become the first place people with disabilities turn when seeking employment and a top resource for employers in need of qualified employees.” http://www.rehabworks.org/ Contact information: 352-955-3200 – Gainesville location 2610 NW 43rd St Suite 1A Gainesville, FL 32606; 800-451-4327 – Toll-free State Office; 850-245-3399 – Tallahassee State Office

Home modifications

Christian Concerned for the Community. Ramps, shower bars; (352)-371-1768; http://cccgainesville.org/

Center for Independent Living. Mission “The CILNCF is an established community disability resource center operated by people with disabilities and serving North Central Florida for over 30 years. We deliver high quality programs and services that enhance quality of life and increase levels of personal independence.” Housing/Repairs – can help build ramps. Contact information: 1-800-265-5724

Transportation and food

Regional Transit System (RTS). Services the Gainesville city limits; most buses are accessible for all disabilities (please see website for routes and specifics http://go-rts.com/ada/). Bus fares are in the range of $0.75–1.50/each way (see website for details)

Eldercare of Alachua County. Utilities/rent assistance, transportation assistance, food services (meals on wheels and private pay meal plan), homemaking, personal care, and respite. Contact information: (352)-265-9040; http://eldercare.ufhealth.org/about-eldercare/contact-eldercare/

Ride Solution. Palatka, FL. Can assist with transportation to and from Palatka, FL to Gainesville, FL. See website for bus stop locations and scheduling information. http://theridesolution.org/# $2.00 bus fare

Meals on Wheels. In partnership with ElderCare of Alachua County. Providing meals to the elderly who are in need. http://eldercare.ufhealth.org/services/meals-on-wheels. Gainesville – Thelma Boltin Center. Contact information: (352)-334-2189, 516 NE 2nd Avenue, Hours: 10 am – 1 pm, Monday – Friday

Pet services

Daytime Dogs and Friends. Mission: “Our goal is to deliver convenient, personalized, reliable services in a caring and trustworthy manner to all of our clients and their beloved pets.” Contact information: 352-219-4246. http://www.daytimedogs.com/