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Adult Life, Work
OPWDD
Learn about services from the NYS Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD).
Adult Life, Advocacy, College
College Accommodations for Students with Disabilities
Learn about the types of accommodations that may be available and how to request them.
Adult Life, Work
ACCES-VR
ACCES-VR provides job search, educational, and independent living services and supports that help people with disabilities achieve and maintain employment.
Adult Life, Work
Employment Opportunities for Students
Gain skills and explore career interests through work readiness programs for youth.
Adult Life, Advocacy, Transition Planning
Disability Laws: High School vs. Post-Secondary School
Learn about the differences between the laws that protect young people with disabilities as they transition from high school to adulthood.
Adult Life, Special Education, Transition Planning
General Educational Development Test: Return of the GED
Formerly the TASC Exam, and now back to the GED, young adults may take the General Educational Development Test (GED) to earn a high school equivalency diploma.
Adult Life, Work
SSI Employment Support
Individuals receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits who are interested in becoming employed have access to supports built in by the Social Security Administration (SSA) that help protect their benefits.
Adult Life, Advocacy
Housing Discrimination and Accommodations
When facing housing discrimination, learn about your rights under the law and how to file a complaint.
Adult Life, Work
Interview Tips for Young Adults with Disabilities
Job interviews provide a unique opportunity to reflect on one’s strengths, skills, and achievements. Here are some tips to help prepare for an upcoming job interview.