Founded and managed by National Disability Institute (NDI), the ANRC's goal is to provide consistent, reliable information concerning the benefits of an ABLE account. In addition, the ANRC aims to...Read more
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This document outlines the steps followed by the REAL certificate program in its admission process. It shares admission requirements, forms required in the application packet, reports and...Read more
This parent interview sheet offers questions to ask the families of potential students to help guide program staff in developing a plan for the incoming student....Read more
This resource shares the relevant sections of the Higher Education Act regulations and information from the US Department of Education, Office of Postsecondary Education website related to the...Read more
A press release was issued on September 17, 2019 from the US Department of Education announcing "that US Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos today made clear that vocational rehabilitation (VR...Read more
This is an easy guide on managing employment and benefits. The document includes the what, why, and how, of benefits planning, and how to connect to a benefits planner. Included is a brief...Read more
This June 2022 article on the website Moneygeek includes helpful information for families about financial planning for a family member with disabilities. The article walks the reader through steps...Read more
Why GAO Did This Study: Research suggests that more students with disabilities are pursuing higher education than in years past, and recent legislative changes, such as those in the Higher...Read more
This Q&A from the U.S. Department of Education describes how state and local agencies may coordinate to assist students and youth with disabilities in high school and at postsecondary education institutions, through appropriate supports funded under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Rehabilitation Act)....Read more
Letter to Disability Rights Wisconsin that clarifies that the concept of least restrictive environment applies to transition work placements. This has implications for placing students in...Read more