Resources
General Accessibility Information
Campus Accessibility Map and Parking
- Interactive map highlighting accessible routes, entrances, and parking areas.
- Information on ADA-compliant parking options.
Emergency Preparedness for Individuals with Disabilities
- Resources and guidance for accessible emergency planning.
- Access Emergency Resources for detailed procedures.
- Residential Life Evacuation Plan for Residents and Visitors with Disabilities
How to Report Accessibility Barriers
- Report an ADA Barrier to ensure campus accessibility concerns are addressed.
Disability Rights & Legal Protections
Digital and Web Accessibility
Accessible Course Materials
- Guidelines for creating accessible slides, documents, and course content (e.g., alt text, readable PDFs).
Assistive Technology Available on Campus
- Read&Write
- JAWS
- LiveScribe SmartPens
Web Accessibility and Disability Resources
UVM Resources
- UVM Center for Teaching and Learning (CTL)
Offers faculty guidance on creating accessible course materials, Universal Design for Learning (UDL), and instructional technology. - UVM Enterprise Technology Services (ETS) – Digital Accessibility
Supports web and digital accessibility compliance, including training and tools for accessible documents and websites. - UVM Libraries – Accessibility Services –
Provides accessible research materials, assistive technology, and guidance on document conversion.
National & Web Accessibility Resources
- WebAIM (Web Accessibility in Mind) –
A leading resource on digital accessibility, offering tools and guidelines for creating accessible web content. - WAVE Web Accessibility Evaluation Tool –
A free tool to check the accessibility of web pages and digital content. - ADA National Network –
Provides information, training, and technical assistance on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). - National Center on Disability and Access to Education (NCDAE) –
Guidance on making educational materials and online content more accessible. - CAST – Universal Design for Learning (UDL) Guidelines –
A framework for improving teaching and learning through flexible, inclusive design principles. - Accessible Educational Materials (AEM) Center –
Resources to help educators provide accessible textbooks, digital materials, and technologies. - U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights (OCR) –
Information on disability rights in education, including Section 504 and ADA compliance.
Event and Program Accessibility
Planning an Accessible Event
Event Accessibility Requests
- Tools and guidelines for requesting accommodations.
- Working with ASL Interpreters
- Request an ASL Interpreter
- Request CART Services
Accommodation Statement Template
"UVM welcomes all individuals to participate in its programs and activities. If you would like to request a disability-related accommodation, please reach out to our office or contact the Office of Accessibility Services at access@uvm.edu or (802) 656-7753."
Community and Support Networks
Student Disability Group
- Disability Student Union at UVM – Contact: dsu@uvm.edu
Mentorship and Peer Support Program
- Student Accessibility Services Peer Mentoring Program – Connect with peers for guidance and support; join to be a mentor or mentee.
UVM Center on Disability and Community Inclusion (CDCI)
Local Organizations in Burlington, Vermont
- Howard Center – Provides support services to individuals and families with disabilities.
- Pathways Vermont Community Center – Offers peer support and community engagement opportunities.
Statewide Organizations in Vermont
- Disability Rights Vermont (DRVT) – Advocacy, referral, and legal support for individuals with disabilities.
- Vermont Center for Independent Living (VCIL) – Empowers individuals to live independently with dignity and necessary support.
- Green Mountain Self-Advocates (GMSA) – A self-advocacy network providing resources, training, and community engagement.
- Champlain Community Services (CCS) – Offers support for individuals with intellectual disabilities and autism.
National Organizations
- ADA National Network – Provides training and resources on the Americans with Disabilities Act.
- American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD) – Advocates for disability rights and inclusion.
- National Center on Accessibility (NCA) – Promotes accessibility in parks, recreation, and tourism.
- National Disability Institute (NDI) – Supports financial education and empowerment for individuals with disabilities.
- National Disability Rights Network (NDRN) – Federally mandated advocacy organization for disability rights.
- National Organization on Disability (NOD) – Works with businesses to improve disability inclusion in the workforce.
- U.S. Access Board – Develops accessibility guidelines and standards for various environments.
Additional Community Resources
Testing and Evaluation Resources
Vermont Psychological Services
University of Vermont - John Dewey Hall, Room 135
2 Colchester Avenue, Burlington, VT 05405-0134
(802) 656-2661 (802) 656-3485 (fax)
Stern Center for Language & Learning
183 Talcott Road, Suite 101
Williston, VT 05495-9209
Phone: (802)-878-2332
Fax: (802)-878-0230
Mary C. Wright LLC
Psychologist
(802)-343-5123
mcwrightvt@comcast.net
Melissa M. King, M.Ed.
Educational Consultant
VT licensed Special Educator)
Ascent Learning Services, Inc.
6 Hillcrest Road
Essex Junction, VT 05452
(802) 355-7753
www.ascentlearningservicesinc.com
Heather Lynch, MA
Licensed Psychologist-Master
Associates in Psychotherapy and Family Counseling
34 Patchen Road
South Burlington, VT 05403
(802)658-4208
Heather.lynch@ymail.com
Http://www.heatherlynchpsychologist.blogspot.com
Patricia A. Stone, Ph. D. (Private Practice)
1350 Shelburne Road, Suite 285
South Burlington, VT 05403
(802) 862-9397 fax (802) 862-9397
Coaching & Therapy Resources
Marsha Camp (Working Bio)
802-318-8833
marshaecampmed@gmail.com
JoAnna B. Easton
easton@littlewing.org
joannab@together.net
Educational Therapist
(802) 373-7267
Christina Fabrey MEd, BCC, ACAC
AD/HD and Life Coach
(802)345-2046
vtcoaching.com
Burlington ADHD, LLC
Adam R. Greenleaf, M.S.Ed.
Tutoring, Coaching, Time Conceptualization
www. burlingtonadhd.com
(802) 378-5254
Deb Helfrich
dhelfrich@surfglobal.net
Writing Coach
(802)-849-2363
Judi Jerome, LICSW, LADC, (http://www.judijerome.com/)
coachjudi@judiejerome.com
ADD-ADHD Coach
(802)-651-7503
Jamie Lofy https://www.jamielofy.com/
Academic and Executive Function coach
jamielofy@gmail.com
(802)-922-3559
Heather Lynch, MA
Licensed Psychologist-Master
Associates in Psychotherapy and Family Counseling
34 Patchen Road
South Burlington, VT 05403
(802)658-4208
Heather.lynch@ymail.com
Http://www.heatherlynchpsychologist.blogspot.com
Mansfield Hall (http://www.mansfieldhall.org)
371 Pearl St.
Burlington, VT 05401
(802)-870-0862
Dr. Betty Morwood
Champlain Valley Associates, 35 Timber Lane, South Burlington, VT 05403
(802)-651-7461
Sarah Sears, (http://sarahesears.com)
Psychotherapy and Coaching
Christine Short M.Ed. (Information Sheet, PDF)
Learning Specialist
cshortlearning@gmail.com
(802)-251-5502
Andrea Todd
Learning Specialist
https://www.kindablelearning.com/
Sharon Weltman
Acorn Tutoring and Coaching
acorntutoringvt.com
(802)-343-2598