| | What constitutes a disability?
A disability is defined as a mental or physical impairment which substantially limits one or more major life activities.
What does substantially limiting mean?
According to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, substantially limiting is defined as being unable to perform a major life activity, or significantly restricted as to the condition, manner, or duration under which a major life activity can be performed, in comparison to the average person or to most people.
I’ve been accepted at Pacifica Graduate Institute and I have a disability…what do I have to do to receive accommodations?
Students with disabilities who need accommodations must contact the Disability Services Representative to request an ADA Accommodations Packet. Students should not assume that the Disability Services Representative knows any information about their disability because it was included in the application for admission process.
Is my temporary impairment considered a disability?
A temporary impairment (e.g., broken arm or leg, recovering from surgery, et.) does not constitute a disability for purposes of Section 504 or the ADA unless its severity is such that it results in a substantial limitation of one or more major life activities for an extended period of time. The issue of whether a temporary impairment is substantial enough to be a disability must be resolved on a case-by-case basis, taking into consideration both the duration of the impairment and the extent to which it actually limits a major life activity of the affected individual.
How can I obtain permission for accessible (handicapped) parking?
If a student requests parking at the Lambert Road Campus because of physical disability, he/she must submit to the Campus Receptionist a doctor’s verification of the disability or possess a valid placard issued by the DMV, which must be properly displayed within the vehicle. If a student has special needs that require a family member or caretaker’s presence on campus for an extended period of time, he/she must make arrangements for the parking prior to coming to the Lambert campus.
Student parking is available at the Ladera Lane campus. Handicapped parking is available with the above criteria.
Are there any sources of funding for college expenses that are specifically for students with disabilities? - Vocational Rehabilitation Services: A federal program designed to “obtain, maintain, and improve employment for people with disabilities”. To be eligible for funding, a student must have a disability which is severe enough that it impedes them from getting or keeping a job specifically because of the disability. It must also be agreed that college is needed to increase a student’s ability to obtain employment.
- Financial Aid/Scholarship Opportunities: Funding opportunities for students can be found at: http://www.finaid.org/otheraid/disabled.phtml
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