SERVICES
Accessible Academics offers a variety of services for students who seek educational, career, and independent living support. We are based in Erie and Niagara County for in-person services and deliver services remotely throughout NY state.
Services Fees
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Students do not need to have a diagnosis to receive services. A diagnosis is required for eligibility for state funding of services through ACCES-VR and OPWDD.
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We accept the allowable reimbursement from OPWDD Self-Direction for our Transition Program.
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We can assist you with the OPWDD and ACCES-VR application process.
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Private pay rates are listed under each service. Sliding scale and free services are available for those in need.
Getting Started
If you are interested in our services, click the button to complete the request form. We will then schedule a call or meeting with you.
Transition Program
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Academic coaching for college, trade school, certifications, and GED.
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Career counseling
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Job skills coaching
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Life skills coaching
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Case management and Life Plan collaboration
Program details
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Post-secondary only
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3 hours of coaching per week plus case management
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$800/month, up to 24 months
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OPWDD Self-Directed reimbursement
Academic Coaching
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Apply to college, trade school, and financial aid
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Set up and use accommodations
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Navigate campus and online systems
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Learn academic success skills
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Prepare for internships and employment
Service details
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Can begin in 12th grade and while in college or trade school
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ACCES-VR eligible
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Private pay $60/hour
Coaching for Communication
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Re-engage in post-secondary education and employment
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Develop relationships with peers
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Improve self-advocacy, emotional regulation, and problem solving
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Coordinate college orientations, residential settings, and registration
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Assist with job orientations, requesting accommodations, coordinating with HR
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Work on conversational skills
Service details
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Post-secondary only
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ACCES-VR eligible
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Private pay $60/hour
Transition Counseling
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Review school transition plan
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Connect to community resources
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Check-ins on next steps
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Advocacy during IEP meetings
Service details
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Free for high school students with IEPs
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Made possible by a grant from The Children's Guild Foundation
Self-Advocacy for Employment
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Apply to college, trade school, and financial aid
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Set up and use accommodations
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Navigate campus and online systems
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Learn academic success skills
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Prepare for internships and employment
Service details
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Can begin in 12th grade and while in college or trade school
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ACCES-VR eligible
Career Exploration Assessment
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Career assessment with a structured interview, career interest tools, and career exploration activities
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Strategies for job development, placement, and retention
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Develop an employment goal
Service details
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Free through ACCES-VR
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Private pay $60/hour
Pre-Employment
Transition Counseling
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Post-Secondary Options Counseling: Explore careers, schools, state services, and complete applications.
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Job Exploration Counseling: Explore careers, develop job goals, and learn job soft skills.
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Instruction in Self-Advocacy: Learn effective communication skills and understand your rights.
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Workplace Readiness Training: Learn soft skills, employer expectations, mock interviews, build resumes and cover letters, and complete job applications.
Service details
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Enrolled in high school to age 23
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Enrolled in college, trade school, or GED program up to age 22
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ACCES-VR eligible
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Private pay $60/hour
Animation Lessons
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Animation and digital art lessons with Nickelodeon animator Cote Zellers
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Complete the steps of creating and launching your creative project
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Includes: research, outlining, story-boarding, designing, and animating or drawing using free software
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Explore options for publishing your work
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Learn topics such as: animation history, careers, entertainment industry, methods, and special effects
Service details
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Only available through Zoom
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OPWDD reimbursement eligible as a community class
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Private pay $50/hour
Workshops
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Available in a variety of topics targeted to students, families, and staff.
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We can deliver workshops in person in Western New York or remotely.
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Example Topics:
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Self-Advocacy Skills
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Transition: Navigating the Process
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Engaging Student and Families in Transition Planning
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Preparing for College or Career
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Time Management
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Stress Reduction
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Study Skills
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Contact us to discuss your needs