Office of Accommodations and Disability Services

We are committed to ensuring students with documented disabilities have the opportunity to take part in educational programs and services in accordance with the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) are federal laws designed to protect the rights of individuals with disabilities in programs and activities that receive federal funds. Under this law, individuals with disabilities are defined as persons with a physical, medical, or mental health impairment which substantially limits one or more major life activities. Major life activities include caring for one’s self, walking, seeing, hearing, speaking, breathing, working, performing manual tasks, and learning.

Disclaimer: All communication from the OADS office will go directly to the VCCS issued student email address.

1. Apply to the college.
2. Schedule an appointment with your academic advisor.
3. Enroll in classes.
4. Apply for academic accommodations via the online form at Accessible Information Management (AIM).
5. Upload documentation via AIM.
6. Student will be prompted via AIM to schedule an intake appointment with the OADS Counselor.
7. Complete the intake for services with OADS Counselor via the interactive process.
8. Follow any next steps provided by the OADS Counselor.

OADS does not write accommodation letters for unenrolled students. Students must be active and enrolled at Laurel Ridge Community College.

Documentation does not need to contain all these components, but the more information provided, the easier it is to determine which accommodations are appropriate.

Recommended documentation includes:

• A diagnostic statement identifying the disability (psychological, medical evaluations etc.)
• A description of the current functional impact of the disability
• The credentials of the professional(s), if not clear form the letterhead or other forms. (Diagnosing professionals shall not be family members or others with a close personal relationship with the individual)
• Descriptions of assistive devices/services used, current medications, auxiliary aids and services
• IEPs/504 plans or eligibility testing from high school (if available)
• Records of past accommodations from another college, testing organization, or local/state agency

Documentation must be relevant to the requested accommodation(s). All documentation submitted to OADS is kept strictly confidential. An accommodation will not be considered reasonable if it creates a fundamental alteration to a program or service, even if a testing or treating practitioner recommends it.

Once you receive an accommodations letter:

1. Please request your updated letter be emailed to your Professors via AIM.
2. Consider scheduling an appointment with your professors or emailing them any additional information regarding your accommodations. Note: your diagnosis will not be shared on your accommodation letter.
3. If your professor has questions or concerns with the accommodations letter, refer the professor to the disability services counselor.

Contact The Office of Accommodations and Disability Services Provider if you are having academic difficulty. Letters can be revised at any time in the semester.

• Student Responsibilities
• K-12 to College Accommodations
• Spanish K-12 to College Accommodations
• Ability to Benefit

Contact us if you are having academic difficulty. Letters can be revised at any time in the semester.

Middletown Campus: 540-869-0758

Fauquier Campus: 540-351-1520

• Monday – Thursday: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
• Friday: 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Holiday and summer hours may vary.