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Community and Internet Resources


Education: Higher Education

Informational Resources


National

New Sign College Living Experience is a post-secondary residential support service program for college students with disabilities. They assist students in completing college and transitioning to independent living. CLE students range from low average to gifted IQs with diagnoses such as ADD, LD, NLD and autistic spectrum disorders like Asperger’s Syndrome and high-functioning Autism. They offer intensive academic, independent living skills, and social skills support so that students can study and live in a normal college environment. Generally students will live in one-bedroom or two-bedroom apartments adjacent to the colleges and CLE facility. Their are CLE facilities in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Denver, Colorado and Austin, Texas. To learn more, contact the National Admissions office at (800) 486-5058.

disAbility Information and Resources: University/Education Disability Resources offers a comprehensive list of education resources for individuals with disabilities. The website features links to resources regarding financial aid, general education resources, university resources, and a list of helpful books to buy. For more information, visit their website.

HEATH Resource Center is a "national clearinghouse on post-secondary education for individuals with disabilities." Their website offers a wealth of information on all aspects of higher education opportunities for individuals with disabilities, featuring very useful publications on such topics as financial aid available to students with disabilities and opportunities for individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. The site also features pertinent news items, frequently asked questions, many useful resource links and much more. This site is filled with information on higher education opportunities. For more information, visit their website, call (800) 544 -3284 or e-mail askheath@heath.gwu.edu.

LD Online offers a comprehensive Guide to Postsecondary Education for students with learning disabilities wishing to attend college. Topics discussed include Transition, Success Strategies, Planning and Selection, Financial Assistance, Self-Advocacy and Technology. The site also offers a listing of online resources, a listing of community colleges and various publications to assist you in your college planning process.

Wrightslaw offers a great deal of information on education as it relates to individuals with disabilities. While this site's focus is on primary and secondary education, there is some good information for college students with disabilities as well. More specifically, they offer a web section entitled "Help for College Students with Disabilities." This web section offers information on Section 504 as it relates to post-secondary education, college planning and preparation tools, as well as keys to success in college. Visit this website to learn more.

State Listings

Massachusetts

Educational Opportunity Centers for Massachusetts is a project of the Colleges of Worcester Consortium, Inc. Known as EOC, this program provides education access services to low-income adults (age 19 and above) who are interested in returning to school. Each center offers career counseling, academic counseling, financial aid counseling and referrals to additional community resources. The EOC service centers are located in six cities across the state, including Boston, New Bedford, Lynn, Worcester, Springfield and Pittsfield. To learn more, visit the Consortium website or call them at (508) 754-6829.

TERI College Access is a division of The Education Resources Institute (TERI). They promote college access by providing information, counseling and advocacy. They also provide free educational planning information and counseling for people of all ages. Visitors can also search for scholarships and financial aid via an on-site search system. Their website offers an abundance of information for both those with and without disabilities. The site features information for individuals with disabilities on financial aid, vocational rehabilitation, and more. For more information, visit their website or call their hotline at (877) 332-4348.

Virginia

New Sign College Bound is a summer orientation program designed by New River Community College, Radford University, and Virginia Tech to help students address such questions as: "What accommodations do I need to be successful in college?" - "Do the colleges I'm interested in offer this assistance?" - "What type of college best serves my needs and interests?" - "How do I access these services? The two day program will increase your knowledge of the accommodation process, assistive technologies, leadership skills, and other exciting aspects of college life. College Bound is open to rising high school juniors, seniors, and entering college freshmen. You do not need to be planning to attend college in Virginia to attend. For more information, call (540) 231-4270 or email collegebound@vt.edu.

Virginia College Quest is an online guide for college success for students with disabilities. This website offers pre-planning resources, including the differences between high school and college, information on pre-college testing, information on financial aide and more. The site also offers great planning tools including a transition timeline and information on how to develop an effective transition plan. The site will also help you identify helpful services and supports. This is a must visit resources for any Virginia student with a disability.

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