Resources for Parents of

Students with Disabilities

AHEAD - Association on Higher Education and Disability
Provides several resources and "Frequently Asked Questions" for parents and students. Transition material is also provided.
http://www.ahead.org/students-parents

Office of Civil Rights - Letter to Parents
This letter addresses some concerns for parents and students with disabilities, particularly related to the transition from high school to college.
http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/letters/parent-20070316.pdf

JMU's Center for Counseling and Student Development-Information for Parents and Families
Provides several resources and information on the college experience for students and families.
http://www.jmu.edu/counselingctr/Resources/families.html

Virginia College Quest
Provides a variety of resources to support students with disabiltiies in planning for and transitioning to college.
http://www.vacollegequest.org/index.shtml

National Center for Learning Disabilities-Parent and Advocacy Guides
Free free downloadable publications will provide you with in-depth information on key topics that impact your child's education. college.
http://www.ncld.org/publications-a-more/parent-advocacy-guides