Accessible Technology
Ausburg University
Free or low cost assistive technology for literacy, writing, note taking, dictation/speech-to-text/speech recognition, mind mapping and brainstorming, study skills, organization and task management, research tools, stress management and relaxation, vision, hearing and auditory support, communication, and built-in accessibility.
Advocacy Services
National Center of College Students with Disabilities
Disability Rights California
Disability Rights Education Defense Foundation
Department of Rehabilitation
Clients of the Department of Rehabilitation who are registered for any courses during the semester will need to follow up with their Department of Rehabilitation Counselor to ensure authorization of their registration fees has been sent to the appropriate office.
DOR authorizations must be received by the first day of the semester.
ATTN: Marcella Panuco
Email:
mpanuco@fullerton.edu
Fax: (657) 278-8121
Registration and Tuition Fee Information
Please visit the website below according to the enrollment semester
Important Dates and Payment Deadlines
Please refer to Admissions and Records for General information/Appointments
Admissions deadlines and registration calendar
DOR authorization also need to be provided to the following offices
Books/Other Materials
Titan Shops/Bookstore
Fax: (657) 278-7703
Parking
Parking and Transportation
Fax: (657) 278-4533
Location: T-1400
Please contact Cynthia Landin-Bernardino at
cylandin@fullerton.edu
for other questions or concerns regarding DOR authorizations.
Disability Assessment and Therapy Referrals
General Referral List
Employment/County Services
California Department of Rehabilitation
Consultation, financial support, counseling and vocational rehabilitation, and works with community partners.
The Employment Development Department (EDD)
The Employment Development Department (EDD) enhances employment opportunities for people with disabilities. Through the America’s Job Center of California the EDD provides universal access for services, making sure that all job applicants with disabilities receive equal employment opportunities.
USA.gov
Jobs and education for people with disabilities.
Off Campus Mental Health Services
General Resources
Family Resource Centers
(FaCT Orange County) - Counseling, information and referral, comprehensive case management. Locations all throughout Orange County.
NAMI OC WarmLine
- Servicing Orange County, CA residents only, free and confidential telephone service providing emotional support and resources to Orange County residents.
Crisis Resources
While the virtual resources below can be immensely helpful, they are not intended to be a substitute for crisis resources. If you are seeking immediate assistance during a crisis, please reach out to one of the many helplines or connect with your mental health provider.
- National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-273-8255
- Domestic Violence: 1-800-799-7233
- Crisis Text Line: text CONNECT to 741741
- National Substance Abuse Helpline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
- National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) 1-800-950-NAMI (6264)
Apps to Support Mental Health
- Calm
- Headspace
- Breathe2Relax
- Take a Break
- Mindfulness
- Breathe
- Mood Tools
- Moodkit
- Virtual Hope Box
DHH Counseling Services
Deaf Counseling Center
A Deaf-owned and operated therapy, counseling, coaching, assessments, and psychiatric and consulting practice staffed by Deaf licensed professional therapists. It is always Deaf Counseling Center’s goal to offer national Deaf therapy services. We specialize in working with Deaf people and their families and are committed to:
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- Providing safe, confidential, and nonjudgmental therapy services
- Creating a culturally sensitive counseling/therapy and Deaf-friendly environment for Deaf clients and their families
- Ensuring effective communication through American Sign Language
- Enhancing lives through empowerment and positive change
- Offering national Deaf therapy services to all states in United States
Off Campus Support
ACE: The American Council on Education
The major coordinating body for the nation’s colleges and universities. We convene representatives from all sectors to collectively tackle the toughest higher education challenges, with a focus on improving access and preparing every student to succeed.
Section 504, The Law & Its Impact on Postsecondary Education
Telephone: 202-939-9300
AHEAD: Association on Higher Education and Disability
Premiere professional association committed to full participation of persons with disabilities in postsecondary education.
Telephone: 704-947-7779
Cerebral Palsy Guide
A national organization dedicated to educating individuals about cerebral palsy. While raising awareness about this movement disorder, our team is also committed to the support of children with CP and their parents and caregivers.
Telephone: (866) 482-0595
CHADD: Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
A national non-profit, tax-exempt organization providing education, advocacy and support for individuals with ADHD.
Telephone: 301-306-7070
EASI: Equal Access to Software and Information
A non-profit organization, committed to the belief that students and professionals with disabilities have the same right to access information technology as everyone else.
Entry Point: Program from the American Association for the Advancement of Science
Identifies and recruits students with apparent and non-apparent disabilities studying in science, engineering, mathematics, computer science, and some fields of business for internship and co-op opportunities.
Telephone: (202) 326-6400
Epilepsy Foundation
A national non-profit with nearly 50 local organizations throughout the United States, has led the fight against seizures since 1968. The Foundation is an unwavering ally for individuals and families impacted by epilepsy and seizures. The Foundation works to prevent, control, and cure epilepsy through community services; public education; federal and local advocacy; and supporting research into new treatments and therapies.
Telephone: 1-800-332-1000
The International Dyslexia Association (IDA)
An international organization that concerns itself with the complex issues of dyslexia. The IDA actively promotes effective teaching approaches and related clinical educational intervention strategies for dyslexics.
Telephone: (410) 296-0232
Learning Disabilities Association
LDA Visualizes a World in Which: all individuals with learning disabilities are empowered to thrive and participate fully in society; the incidence of learning disabilities is reduced; and learning disabilities are universally understood and effectively addressed. LDA’s mission is to create opportunities for success for all individuals affected by learning disabilities and to reduce the incidence of learning disabilities in future generations.
Telephone: (412) 341-1515
Project START: Success Through Assistive Rehabilitative Technology
Established to provide information about assistive technology to consumers and other interested parties so they may make informed decisions about available assistive technology services.
Telephone: 601-853-5249
Resource Centers
211 OC
All social services in Orange County.
The Braille Institute
Free services for visually impaired and blind adults or youth, free books and audio formats for blind and visually impaired people, low vision consultation, community classes (topics range depending on location).
Center for Autism & Related Disorders (CARD)
ABA, Assessments, Center- based services, specialized outpatient services, and remote clinical services.
Transportation
Dayle McIntosh Center (DMC)
Support services, skills training, transition assistance, services for the Deaf, and community services.
Disabled Resource Center
Benefits education (SSI, SSDI, Medi-cal, and Medicare), individual and systems advocacy, Assistive Technology training and loan program, housing services and transitional funding, and employment services.
Regional Center of Orange County (RCOC)
Coordinates lifelong services and supports individuals with developmental disabilities and their families.
Salvation Army Orange County
Health services, drug and alcohol services, veteran services, and housing.
