Resources
Looking into your eligibility to receive accommodations while at ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ? Begin by calling the OSDDS main office at 413.552.2417 or come into DON 147. View more information about .
COMMUNITY RESOURCES
Association for Autism & Neurodiversity (AANE)
The AANE mission is to help Autistic and similarly Neurodivergent people build meaningful, connected lives. They provide individuals, families, and professionals with education, community and support, in an inclusive atmosphere of validation and respect. AANE offers services supporting college students and has experience supporting students at ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ.
Easter Seals Massachusetts
uses clinical expertise to help people with disabilities expand their independence by using devices to achieve greater access to education, employment, and their community. Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) specifically focuses on providing devices and tools for individuals who have difficulty using speech for communication.
provides individualized services to college students with disabilities based on their goals, strengths, and needs. Navigators assist students in identifying barriers, advocating for the student's needs, and accessing college services and resources to successfully reach graduation.  Services are delivered in person, virtually, or blended to meet the student’s needs. College Navigators are experienced working with students attending classes at ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ.
Learning Ally
Formerly known as Recording for the Blind & Dyslexic, Learning Ally serves those who cannot read standard print due to blindness, visual impairment, dyslexia, or other learning disabilities. Learning Ally provides a collection of more than 65,000 digitally recorded textbooks and literature titles that downloadable and accessible on mainstream as well as specialized assistive technology devices. Eligible individuals may be able to receive financial support for fees from certain referring agencies.
MassAbiliity (formerly Mass Rehabilitation Commission)
provides resources and services to assist individuals with disabilities in their efforts to enter gainful employment. Many ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ students receive support from the Commission in their academic preparation for employment. Contact MRC by calling 413.736.7296.
Massachusetts Commission for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing
The provides services that include sign language interpreter referral service and emergency interpreter service. They can be reached at 617.695.7500 or 413.788.6427 (v/TTY).
Massachusetts Commission for the Blind
The offers assistance for individuals in educational, work and home settings. They provide evaluations for technology and support services to eligible individuals with sight-related disabilities. They can be reached at 413.781.1290 or 800.392.6450.
Massachusetts Department of Mental Health (DMH)
, as the State Mental Health Authority, assures and provides access to services and supports to meet the mental health needs of individuals of all ages; enabling them to live, work and participate in their communities.
Partners for Youth with Disabilities
, through innovative programs we break down barriers, providing the support and resources needed to increase participation and inclusion for disabled youth and forward-thinking organizations.
Stavros
works to give people with disabilities the tools to take charge of their life choices, act on their own behalf, and overcome situations that reduce their potential for independence. Stavros advocates/peer counselors will work with any person with any disability who is facing a challenge to their independence. General Contact Number: 1.800.804.1899. Information and Referral Line: 1.800.804.1899, ext. 201 or info@stavros.org.
