Disability-Related Resources

Learn more about on-campus resources, websites, accessible web design and assistive technology, and mobile apps.

On-Campus

• Accessibility Services Center Home Page
• Moravian College Non-discrimination Statement
• Privacy Policy
• Section 504/Americans with Disabilities Act Grievance
• Sodexo Dining Services website
• Sodexo Dining Services Allergy and Dietary Concerns Information (PDF)
• Student Handbook
• Title IX

Websites

For students

• Esight: Changing the world for people with low vision
• Protective Gear for Service Dogs:
  • The Challenges of Bringing Service Dogs into the Lab
  • Googles for Doggies at Doggles
  • Raincoats for Dogs
  • Waterproof Dog Boots
  • Goggles for Doggies (Doggles)
• Scholarships and Aid for Students with Disabilities
  • Affordable Colleges Online
  • Universityhq.com
  • University of Washington's DO-IT (Disabilities, Opportunities, Internetworking, and Technology)
• Students with Disabilities Preparing for Postsecondary Education
• Students with Diabetes  
• Delta Alpha Pi:  DAPi is an international honor society that recognizes students with disabilities for their academic accomplishments.

For faculty/staff

• Association on Higher Education and Disability (AHEAD)
• Equal Access: Universal Design of an Academic Department

For parents

• An Open Letter to Parents of Students with Disabilities About to Enter College by Jane Jarrow

For everyone

• American Council of the Blind 
• Center for Applied Special Technology
• Handspeak: Sign language resources and materials.
• International Dyslexia Organization
• Mattress/Bedding for People with Disabilities 
• National Center for Learning Disabilities
• National Center on Secondary Education and Transition
• National Deaf Center on Postsecondary Outcomes
• National Federation of the Blind
• New Jersey Resident Disability Parking Placard
• Pennsylvania Resident Disability Parking Placard
• Pennsylvania Resident Temporary Parking Placard
• Project DO-IT: "Promoting inclusion and success for people with disabilities".

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

• Attention-Deficit Disorder Association
• Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
• National Institute of Mental Health ADHD
• National Resource Center on ADHD

Mental Health

• Anxiety and Depression Association of America: Find a support group for depression, including ones that are online or over the phone. 
• Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance: Get information on depression, find online tools, and connect with support groups.  
• Mental Health America (MHA): Founded in 1909, MHA is the nation’s leading community-based nonprofit dedicated to addressing the needs of those living with mental illness and to promoting the overall mental health of all Americans. Services include the following:  prevention services for all; early identification and intervention for those at risk; integrated care, services, and supports for those who need it; with recovery as the goal. 
• MentalHealth.gov: Get access to helplines and resources, including mental health resources for veterans. 
• National Alliance on Mental Illness: Text for free support, or visit the website for resources on depression. Text NAMI to 741741. Note: Message and data rates may apply, depending on your plan and provider.
• National Federation of Families for Children's Mental Health
• National Institute of Mental Health
• LostgotFound.org: Lost Got Found is dedicated to eliminating the negative stigma surrounding mental health. The organization exists to educate and inform students about mental illness and suicide prevention. 
• National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: Call for help (1-800-273-8255) if you are experiencing thoughts of suicide. All calls are confidential. 
• Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration: Call the national helpline at 1-800-662-HELP (4357), or visit online to use the Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. 
• ULifeline: This website has resources dedicated to mental health for college students, including how to help a friend who might be depressed. 

Accessible Web Design and Assistive Technology:

• Microsoft-Accessibility Technology for Everyone
• WebAIM – Web Accessibility in Mind

Apps:

• Ava 24/7 Accessible Life:  FREE - Captions conversations between multiple people and converts to text.
• BlindSquare:  $$$ - Provides outdoor and indoor navigation for those with visual impairments.
• Bluefire Reader: FREE - Read, highlight, bookmark, and study eBooks with ease.
• Evernote: FREE - Capture and prioritize ideas, projects, and to-do lists so nothing falls through the cracks. 
• Flashcards+: FREE - Download flashcards or create your own!
• iStudiezPro Legend: $$ for Windows/Mac -  Keep track of your schedule and course work!
• Proloquo2Go: $$$$ - Symbol based communication app for individuals who are nonverbal.
• Seeing AI: FREE - Recognizes short text, documents, products, and even people and converts to voice.
• SimplyNoise:  Use to stay focused while studying or doing homework.
• Stop, Breathe, Think: FREE - Take a study break and unwind with this meditation app.
• Apps for making best use of your time:  
  • 360 Thinking Time Tracker: Track your schedule by creating time markers to get ready to work, to check in during the work, and mark when the work will end. 
  • Anti Social: You can control which social media sites to block while you are studying.
  • Focus Keeper: It's all about focusing your work efforts into timed 25-minute chunks, with a 5-minute break in between each burst of activity.
  • Freedom: Blocks distractions on your iPad and iPhone so you can focus on what matters most.
  • SelfControl: Allows you to temporarily disconnect from your social networks for a period you select. It is impossible to sign back into your social media sites before the time is up. 

Moravian College does not endorse any of the resources listed on this page.  They are provided as a starting point for information.