Resource Library

Points to consider when researching and applying to post-secondary college options designed for students with diverse learning needs.

This radio station provides information about all events related to disabilities and resources.

Access College:The Student Lounge has resources designed to help you learn more about how to prepare for and be successful in postsecondary education and careers.

AccessComputing helps people with disabilities successfully pursue undergraduate, graduate degrees, and employment in computing fields

Accessible College provides a variety of services to help students flourish and thrive in college. They provide students with the skills they need to have a successful transition to higher education. Services compliment the work that a student may be doing with a guidance/college counselor or college consultant.

Access College: The Student Lounge provides a program for students who have an interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics to come together, learn, and seek a career in STEM. 

Access Alaska encourages and promotes the total integration of people who experience a disability and senior Alaskans to live independently in the community of their choice.

This guide features a list of scholarships for students with disabilities. The scholarships represent only a small sampling of financial aid programs available to students with disabilities such as autism and blindness. The guide also highlights resources, such as federal agencies and advocacy organizations, that students with disabilities may find useful in their search for financial assistance.

Alaska 2-1-1 resources include emergency food and shelter, educational opportunities, alcohol and drug treatment programs, senior services, child care, and much more.

An Alaska ABLE Savings Plan is a way to save for eligible expenses, invest for the future, and keep the benefits you rely on every day. The Alaska ABLE Plan allows you to save for qualified disability expenses without losing eligibility for specific assistance programs like SSI and Medicaid.

The DEED site provides information, resources, and leadership to support an excellent education for every student every day.

Our programs include education and youth services, employment and training services, career development, family preservation, and support for individuals recovering from addiction, substance abuse, or incarceration.

The DISID website is a single point of entry for individuals to access resources from The Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR), Division of Support Services (DSS), Guam State Rehabilitation Council (SRC), State Independent Living Council (SILC), it also lists upcoming events and helpful links for individuals living in Guam. 

The Disability Law Center of Alaska (DLC) is designated as the State of Alaska’s P&A agency. With offices in Anchorage and Juneau, DLC provides legally based advocacy to people with disabilities throughout Alaska.

The DO-IT (Disabilities, Opportunities, Internetworking, and Technology) Center is dedicated to empowering people with disabilities through technology and education.

Easterseals services for youth and young adults provides individualized, community-based programming and in-school supports to foster independent living as they transition with disabilities into the workforce or into post-secondary education. 

The directory provides access to numerous government departments and services organized into key areas that matter most during your transition to adult life:

Disability Services and Support
Employment and Career Development
Education and Training Opportunities
Health and Wellness Services
Housing and Independent Living
Legal and Advocacy Resources
Financial and Benefits Information 

When you visit the Guam Developmental Disabilities Council website, you'll find information and resources organized around these key topics:

The GDDC website serves as your connection point to learn about advocacy opportunities, stay informed about disability issues in Guam, and find ways to participate in shaping policies that affect people with developmental disabilities and their families.

As you prepare to leave high school and enter adulthood, SILC's work directly impacts the independent living services available to you. Through their website and planning activities, you'll find information about:

Independent Living Philosophy and Rights Understanding your right to make choices about your own life and learning about the principles that guide independent living services in Guam.

Service Planning and Coordination Information about how independent living services are planned and delivered across the territory, including gaps in services and efforts to expand support.

Centers for Independent Living Connections to Centers for Independent Living that provide direct services and peer support to help people with disabilities live independently

Advocacy and Systems Change Learning about ongoing efforts to improve services and remove barriers that prevent people with disabilities from participating fully in their communities.

Consumer Voice and Control Understanding how people with disabilities can have a voice in shaping the services they receive and ensuring those services meet their actual needs 

Coordination with Other Agencies Information about how SILC coordinates with vocational rehabilitation and other disability agencies to ensure services work together effectively 

Through its Focus Areas, the HSRC provides practical tools, training, and guidance to support person-centered planning. Self-advocates can use the site to learn about affordable housing, supportive services, and strategies for transitioning from institutional settings to community living. With real-life examples and easy-to-navigate resources, the HSRC empowers individuals to take an active role in shaping their adult lives.

This article outlines your rights and responsibilities as a student with disabilities, and the duty that postsecondary institutions owe to you. It also explains the obligations of higher education institutions to provide academic accommodations—such as auxiliary aids and services—to avoid discrimination on the basis of disability.

This scholarship provides up to $20,000 over four years to students who demonstrate a passion for technology, leadership in their communities, and financial need. Applicants must be planning to attend a two- or four-year college or vocational school in the U.S. and pursue a degree in an eligible field. Through its application process—which includes an essay on technology innovation and a recommendation letter—the program supports self-advocates in articulating their goals and planning for a successful transition into adult life and the workforce

Self-advocates can explore topics such as assistive technology, disability rights, college and career planning, and how to speak up for their needs. PACER’s resources include interactive workshops, personal stories, and practical advice for participating in IEP meetings and transition planning. By promoting independence and inclusion, PACER empowers young people to take charge of their goals and thrive in adult life

The resource offers practical insights into how disability services work in postsecondary settings, including how to request accommodations, what documentation may be needed, and how to advocate for support. It emphasizes the importance of self-advocacy and preparation, helping students take an active role in planning for their future. This guide is a valuable tool for building independence and ensuring equal access to education and opportunity after high school.