Education doesn't stop after high school. Many students with disabilities may feel discouraged about going onto postsecondary education, but they are very capable of doing so and should feel they can. There are opportunities out there that accommodate to their needs and provide them with a great postsecondary education that can lead towards a career goal. The following resources can help this student find what they are looking for in postsecondary education.
Resource # 1:
http://www.unf.edu/dept/disabled-services/
This website link leads you to the University of North Florida's Disability Resource Center. This site talks about the accommodations that UNF can make for students with disabilities. It also has contacts for those interested in the On Campus Transition program that UNF offers. I have recently had the opportunity to learn about the On Campus Transition program and it is a wonderful program that allows students from 18-22 (regular college age) to get education after high school and preparation for the real world.
Resource # 2:
http://www.heath.gwu.edu/files/active/0/postsecondary_advising_strategies.pdf
This website link is for strategies for advising students with disabilities that are moving toward postsecondary education. I think it is really important that the parent or guardian, teacher, and others involved know the different techniques and strategies to advise this student in the right direction. This website link is in PDF format and provides great strategies for those seeking postsecondary education.
Resource # 3:
http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/transition.html
This website has great information for the student and guardian of the student that is seeking to get a higher education. This is pamphlet that addresses some answers to common questions that students and guardians may have regarding the process of postsecondary education.
Monday, February 23, 2009
Employment
In order for students with disabilities to really get a sense of independence, it is important that they explore their employment options. There are many opportunities in the employment world that offer jobs for adults with different disabilities. The following resources could help these students step foot in the right direction and find something that is suitable for them.
Resource # 1:
http://www.usajobs.gov/ei11.asp
This website is a site that is especially for the disabled adults seeking a job. It is a federal job site so these jobs are supported by the government. This site offers a way for people to post their resumes and get feedback through email. This site probably for a high functioning person that has had some background in experience and is capable of using the internet and making a resume.
Resource # 2:
Book: Finding a Job
This book is for students, adults, and people involved. It is designed to help these people acquire the necessary skills to find and keep a job. It teaches them to identify their skills, search for job openings, fill out applications, write cover letters and resumes, prepare for interviews and write follow up letters. You can purchase this book here:
http://wiscareers.wisc.edu/G_Catalog/cat_detail.asp?key=00369
Resource # 3:
http://www.jan.wvu.edu/links/adalinks.htm
This is a site that explains to people their rights as a person with a disability. It is important that they know what they deserve as a person and what they have the right to. It is necessary that all parties involved are aware of these rights.
Resource # 1:
http://www.usajobs.gov/ei11.asp
This website is a site that is especially for the disabled adults seeking a job. It is a federal job site so these jobs are supported by the government. This site offers a way for people to post their resumes and get feedback through email. This site probably for a high functioning person that has had some background in experience and is capable of using the internet and making a resume.
Resource # 2:
Book: Finding a Job
This book is for students, adults, and people involved. It is designed to help these people acquire the necessary skills to find and keep a job. It teaches them to identify their skills, search for job openings, fill out applications, write cover letters and resumes, prepare for interviews and write follow up letters. You can purchase this book here:
http://wiscareers.wisc.edu/G_Catalog/cat_detail.asp?key=00369
Resource # 3:
http://www.jan.wvu.edu/links/adalinks.htm
This is a site that explains to people their rights as a person with a disability. It is important that they know what they deserve as a person and what they have the right to. It is necessary that all parties involved are aware of these rights.
Tuesday, February 10, 2009
Independent Living
This blog is geared towards students and parents of students who are striving to become more independent in their lives! It is so important that students with disabilities realize that they can provide for themselves and push become as independent as possible. Students and their families should become aware of the services that are provided around their area so that they can work hand in hand to make the move possible. There are so many different ways that our students can self-advocate for an independent life. We all deserve it so lets get it!!
Resource #1:
http://www.ilusa.com/articles/mshreve_article_ilc.htm
This first resource is a great starting point for those who are looking to live independently, or have a child who is ready for that step in their life. This article provides detailed information on the movement to independent living and where it all began. I especially enjoy this article because it gives a great list of rights as an individual with a disability. We can let people deny us of service if it is our right to have it. This is a great starting point to learn about the background of the movement and what we deserve as citizens.
Resource # 2:
http://www.fldoe.org/ese/pdf/publist.pdf
This website leads you to a publication list where you can get the book: Dare to Dream. This book is a wonderful resource for the transition student in many ways. Specifically section 8 talks about "Choosing a Place to Live and Transportation." This section provides a checklist that lists different living situations, types of places to live, size and location of the community you want to live in, and financial choices. This checklist is easy to follow and shows the person that is wanting to live independently what kind of choices are out there and what best fits that person. If the website does not work here are is additional information to getting this amazing book:
Phone-(850) 245-0477
Email: cicbiscs@mail.doe.state.fl.us
Resource #3
http://www.ilru.org/html/publications/directory/index.html
This website is wonderful for anyone across the United States. On it's homepage it provides a map where you can click on the state that you want to live in. After you have done this a list of contacts are provided for independent living services. These services aid you in general information and how to get referred, independent living skills training, individuals and system training, and peer counseling.
Resource #1:
http://www.ilusa.com/articles/mshreve_article_ilc.htm
This first resource is a great starting point for those who are looking to live independently, or have a child who is ready for that step in their life. This article provides detailed information on the movement to independent living and where it all began. I especially enjoy this article because it gives a great list of rights as an individual with a disability. We can let people deny us of service if it is our right to have it. This is a great starting point to learn about the background of the movement and what we deserve as citizens.
Resource # 2:
http://www.fldoe.org/ese/pdf/publist.pdf
This website leads you to a publication list where you can get the book: Dare to Dream. This book is a wonderful resource for the transition student in many ways. Specifically section 8 talks about "Choosing a Place to Live and Transportation." This section provides a checklist that lists different living situations, types of places to live, size and location of the community you want to live in, and financial choices. This checklist is easy to follow and shows the person that is wanting to live independently what kind of choices are out there and what best fits that person. If the website does not work here are is additional information to getting this amazing book:
Phone-(850) 245-0477
Email: cicbiscs@mail.doe.state.fl.us
Resource #3
http://www.ilru.org/html/publications/directory/index.html
This website is wonderful for anyone across the United States. On it's homepage it provides a map where you can click on the state that you want to live in. After you have done this a list of contacts are provided for independent living services. These services aid you in general information and how to get referred, independent living skills training, individuals and system training, and peer counseling.
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