Disability Access Services Disability Access Services

Disability Access Services

 

Disability Access Services (DAS) at FCC assists and supports eligible students with disabilities. Student services may include individualized accommodation plans, transition coaching, as well as workshops and programs. Students will be empowered to become self-advocates in order to achieve individual success at FCC and beyond.

 

 

 

Contact

 

Annapolis Hall (A-105)
Phone: 301.846.2408 (Voice)
Email: [email protected]

 

Service Hours

 

Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. Later evening hours are available on Mondays by appointment.

Disability Resources

  • Individualized Accommodation Plans (Student Success Plans)
  • Appointments for case management and as-needed touch base meetings
  • Assistive Technology
  • Bess and Frank Gladhill Learning Commons and Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) Learning Center (tutoring and writing center services available to all enrolled students)

FCC facilities include handicapped parking spaces (permit required), physically accessible restrooms, elevator access in buildings, and various forms of assistive technology available to eligible students upon request through the DAS office.

Steps to Obtain Disability Resources

 

Before requesting accommodations for FCC courses, students must have submitted an  Application for Admissions and be issued a student ID number. Please know that DAS can always answer any accommodations questions before applying to FCC. 

To begin your Request for Accommodations at FCC, students must do the following:

Submit Request for Services

Request for Services Application

While filling out the Request for Services, students will have the opportunity to upload their disability documentation. If students cannot submit their documentation through the Accommodate platform, they can provide it to Disability Access Services in the following ways:
  • Email the documentation to [email protected]
  • Fax: 301-624-2778
  • Drop off at the Disability Access Services Office in Annapolis Hall, Room 105, Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
DAS Disability Documentation Guidelines

It is expected that the student fills out their application for accommodation; if a student needs assistance with submitting the Request for Services through Accommodate, the student will need to contact DAS at 301-846-2408 or by email [email protected] 

Schedule Meeting with DAS Staff

After submitting your request for services and documentation, check your MyFCC email account. You will receive instructions for scheduling an intake appointment with a DAS counselor. The appointment can be in-person or virtual.
 

Participate in the Interactive Process

At your intake appointment you will review your disability documentation and discuss your experience as a learner.  Any barriers to access for you will be examined, and an accommodation plan will be developed.

A link to your decision letter will be sent to your MyFCC email address with the details of the plan. 

Open the link and type your name in the electronic signature box at the bottom. Links to approved accommodation letters will also be sent to your professors.

Sign Language Interpreting Services

 

The Coordinator of Interpreting Services is the primary point of contact for the provision of interpreting services for scheduled classes, labs, tutorial sessions, and College-sponsored events or academic activities. The Coordinator works cooperatively with faculty, staff, and disabilities specialists to maintain effective communication regarding student needs and the implementation of services.

Traci Lowrey, CI/CT
Coordinator, Interpreting Services
Annapolis Hall, A-105D
301-846-2476 (Voice)
240-578-0844 (Text)
Email: [email protected]

Request Sign Language Interpreting & Transcription Services
 

 

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Web Resources for Persons with Disabilities

Resources for Disability Evaluation/Testing

This is list of resources not recommendations.  For specific recommendations, please contact your primary care provider.  You are welcome to use other qualified medical professionals not on this list.
Make sure to provide them with the Disability Access Services Documentation Guidelines to ensure that what they provide will meet the guidelines and that they are licensed in the area needed.
 
Dr. Jennifer Carter, Licensed Clinical Psychologist 
97B McCain Drive, Frederick, MD 21703.
Phone 240-535-5360   
 
Dr. Allan L. Levy, Comprehensive Counseling
172 Thomas Johnson Drive, Frederick, MD 21702
Phone 301-663-8343
 
Dr. Jeff Lensbower, Psychologist
1970 Scotland Avenue, Suite A, Chambersburg,   PA 17201. 
Phone 717-263-6370 
 
Julie A. Morrison, Psy.D. Licensed Psychologist, Psychological Evaluations and Therapy. 
10440 Shaker Drive, Suite 209, Columbia, MD  21046. 
Phone 410-952-9574
 
Rick Parente, Psychologist, Evaluation, Diagnostic and Treatment Services
204 East Joppa Road, Towson, MD 21286
Phone 410-337-9666
 
Chesapeake ADHD Center of Maryland
For assessment contact: Kathleen Nadeau.  www.chesapeakeadd.com  
8607 Cedar Street, Silver Spring, MD 20910. 
Phone 301-562-8448
 
Frederick Psychology Center – Clinicians providing evaluation and testing
220 North Market Street, 3rd floor, Frederick, MD 21701
Phone 301-695-6455
 
Thrive Center for ADHD and Comprehensive Mental Health
Psychology professionals providing evaluation and treatment
6310 Stevens Forest Rd., Ste. 100, Columbia, MD 21046
Phone 410-740-3240  [email protected]
 
 
Students may also contact the Division of Rehabilitative Services to determine eligibility for services which may include an assessment: 
Frederick Office:
1890 North Market St., Suite 300
Frederick, MD   21701
Phone:  240-629-7581 

The first step is to make an appointment to attend an orientation by calling the number listed.(revised 6/22)

University of Maryland Psychology Clinic
 
The Psychology Clinic offers year-round, sliding-fee scale services for children, adolescents, and adults. Services include individual therapy and psychoeducational assessment, such as LD/IQ/ADHD. The Psychology Clinic is staffed by Licensed Clinical Psychologists, Clinical Program Faculty Members, and graduate students from the Doctoral Program in Clinical Psychology.

Located in the Biology/Psychology Building on the University of Maryland College Park campus.
4094 Campus Dr., College Park, MD 20742 
 [email protected] or 301-405-4808
 
Loyola Clinical Center -currently closed for psychoeducational assessments through 12/22
 
As a graduate training facility, Loyola University graduate students are trained to conduct comprehensive evaluations.  They provide sliding-fee scale psychoeducational testing (learning and attentional differences, deficits and strengths) and neuropsychological testing (strokes, TBIs).
 
Located at the Columbia Graduate Center,
8890 McGaw Rd, Columbia, MD 21045
and Belvedere Square,
5911 York Road, Ste.
100, Baltimore, MD 21212 
[email protected] or 410-617-1200

Frederick County Resources

Maryland Division of Rehabilitation Services

240-629-7581
1890 N. Market Street, Suite 300, Frederick, MD 21701
http://dors.maryland.gov/

Eligibility Criteria: Serves individuals with significant physical, mental, or cognitive disabilities.

Eligibility Process: For information or an appointment, call the nearest DORS office or 1-888-554-0334, visit the local DORS office, or submit the online referral form.

Types of Services: Career assessment and counseling, assistive technology, job training, higher education, job placement.  Also specialized services for students age 14-21.
 

The Arc of Frederick County

301-663-0909
620 A Research Court, Frederick, MD 21703
http://arcfc.org/

Eligibility Criteria: Serves individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Eligibility Process: Call to speak with a representative directly.

Types of Services: Support services to assist students with enrolling in courses at FCC. Information and referral, youth transitioning program (housing, benefits, employment), independent living skills and job assistance for adults.  Self-advocacy group for adults.  Volunteer opportunities for FCC students who are looking to gain experience serving children and adults with developmental disabilities.
 

Goodwill Industries

301-662-0622
5112 Pegasus Court, Suite M, Frederick, MD 21704
http://www.gimv.org/

Fee Structure: Most programs are free.  Some are supported through the Division of Rehabilitation Services for their clients.

Eligibility Criteria: Individuals 16 years and older.

Eligibility Process: Intake appointment at the number above.
 

Frederick County Workforce Services

301-600-2255
200 Monroe Avenue, Suite One, Frederick, MD 21701
http://www.frederickworks.com/

Fee Structure: Free service to Frederick County residents.

Eligibility Criteria: Primarily adults though some programs may be for specific populations, e.g., Summer Jobs Program for youth ages 14-24, Teen Job Skills Boot Camp, Youth Pathways.

Eligibility Process: Call for an appointment or submit an online information request.

Types of Services: Basic computer classes, employment counselors, career exploration assessments, and job training may be provided.
 

Service Coordination, Inc.

301-663-8044
5283 Corporate Drive, Suite 103, Frederick, MD 21703
https://www.servicecoord.org/

Fee Structure: Free to eligible individuals.

Eligibility Criteria: Individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities.

Eligibility Process: Complete the online application at dda.dhmh.maryland.gov and click Apply for Service or call 1-888-791-0193 for more information.

Types of Services: Residential placements, medical day programs, supportive employment, job coaches, and other support services.

 

Unified Community Connections Agency

301-663-8700
5736 Industry Lane, Frederick, MD 21704
www.unified.org

Fee Structure: Funded through Developmental Disabilities Assistance (DDA) in collaboration with DORS.

Eligibility Criteria:  Adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (disability prior to age 21).

Eligibility Process: Must apply for and be determined eligible for services by the Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA).

Types of Services: Adult day habilitation for pre-vocational skills, assistive technology evaluations, medical adult day care, transportation to their site for services, residential services and supports, supported employment, respite care, and transitioning youth services.

 

The Scott Key Center

301-600-1600
1050 Rocky Springs Road, Frederick, MD 21702
http://www.scottkeycenter.org/

Fee Structure: Through government funding.

Eligibility Criteria: Must be a Frederick County resident with a disability age 21 and over.  Prospective participants would need to go through the Developmental Disabilities Administration for funding.

Eligibility Process: Start with a Developmental Disabilities Administration application found at dda.dhmh.maryland.gov

Types of Services: Day habilitation, supported employment, vocational services, individual support services, individual job placements, job development, and transportation.
 

Adult Basic Education, Frederick Community College

240-629-7962
7932 Opossumtown Pike, Frederick, MD 21702
https://www.frederick.edu/workforce-continuing-education/ce/adult-ed.aspx

Fee Structure: Varies depending on program, many are free.

Eligibility Criteria: Maryland resident who is age 16 and over and officially withdrawn from school and either does not have a high school diploma or GED, or whose native language is other than English for ESL.

Eligibility Process: Call to make a reservation to attend an orientation for testing and placement.

Types of Services: GED classes, English as a Second Language and Family Literacy classes, External Degree program to earn a high school diploma, and Adult Basic Education classes. Orientations are held during day and evening hours at various community locations including the FCC main campus, FCC Monroe Center, and Frederick County Workforce Services-Business and Employment Center at 5340-A Spectrum Drive.

 

The Freedom Center

301-846-7811
550 Highland Street, Suite 510, Frederick, MD 21701
https://thefreedomcenter-md.org

Fee Structure: Varies

Eligibility Criteria: Individuals with disabilities.

Eligibility Process: For more information, call the office directly at 301846-7811, or submit the online contact form.

Types of Services: Individual and systems advocacy, information and referrals, peer counseling, individual living skills training, transition services, assistive technology lending library.
 

 

Optimal Health Care, Inc.

240-578-4704
174 Thomas Johnson Drive, Frederick, MD 21702
http://ohc-inc.com

Fee Structure: Funded through the Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA)

Eligibility Criteria: Individuals with developmental disabilities and their families

Eligibility Process: Complete the DDA eligibility application and select Optimal as       your CCS provider.  https://dda.health.maryland.gov

Types of Services: Case management and youth transition services.
 

 

Sheppard Pratt

240-409-5994 
Multiple facilities and locations 
https://www.sheppardpratt.org/care-services/developmental-disability-services/

Fee Structure: Funded through the Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA)

Eligibility Criteria: Individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities.  Various service programs including mental health services.

Eligibility Process: Call 240-409-5994 or submit the online contact form.

Types of Services: Vocational rehabilitation and supported employment, residential, community supports, mental health services, etc.

 

Transportation Information For Persons With Disabilities

Meet the DAS Staff

 

Heather Hinkle
Heather Hinkle
[email protected]
Director of Disability Access Service
Annapolis Hall Room 105-F
Phone: 301-846-2409
Fax: 301.624.2778


Traci Lowery, CI/CT
[email protected]
Coordinator, Interpreting Services
Annapolis Hall (A-105E)
Phone: 301-846-2476 (Voice)
240-578-0844 (Text)
[email protected] (Email)
Fax: 301.624.2778

Ian Astheimer
Ian Astheimer
[email protected]
Administrative Specialist
Annapolis Hall Room 105
Phone: 301-846-2408
Fax: 301.624.2778

Notice of Non-Discrimination and Contact Information

 

Frederick Community College is committed to the principles of equal opportunity and strictly prohibits discrimination against any person on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, creed, ethnicity, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status in its activities, admissions, educational programs, and employment.

All members of the College community are expected to abide by this non-discrimination policy and to comply with Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, (ADEA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, (ADA), and amendments.

Contact Us
Annapolis Hall (A-105)
Phone: 301.846.2408 (Voice)
Email: [email protected]
 
Service Hours

Service Hours
Monday- Friday 8:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.