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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Our services are open to anyone. A diagnosis is only required for eligibility for state funding of services through ACCES-VR and OPWDD. Sliding scale and free services are available for those with financial need.
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We accept the allowable reimbursement from OPWDD Self-Direction for our Transition Program. We bill directly to the Fiscal Intermediary agency so there is no out-of-pocket expense to participants.
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We can assist you with the OPWDD and ACCES-VR application process.
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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Learn about your strengths, weaknesses, and strategies for success at work
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Know your rights and how to request accommodations
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Practice effective communication skills
Service details
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ACCES-VR eligible
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Private pay $60/hour
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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ACCES-VR eligible
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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
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