Videos
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Rehabilitation Act at 50: Advancing Access & Equity for People with Disabilities – Then, Now & Next2023 marks the 50th anniversary of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the first federal law to address civil rights for people with disabilities. The Rehabilitation Act is often spoken of in terms of various sections, several of which affect employment and career readiness. This video explores these sections and their impact – then, now and next – on advancing access and equity for people with disabilities including youth with disabilities in employment.
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September 2023 | 416 | Disability Rights, Employment, Section 504 | |
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Supporting Families to Focus on Student Self-DeterminationFamily involvement and student self-determination can coexist. This webinar focuses on research-based strategies to promote self-determination at home. Geared to family training and advocacy professionals with strategies and tools that assist parents and caregivers in building critical self-determination skills in their youth.
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April 2023 | 10 | Family Engagement, Family Support, Parent Involvement, Self-Determination, Webinar | |
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Think Higher. Think CollegeThis short video highlights the many things students with intellectual disability love about college: living in the dorm, taking classes that they choose, making friends, eating good food, participating in campus activities, and being independent. Hear from students and faculty from 5 different college campuses around the country about all the ways everyone benefits from students with intellectual disability going to college.
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April 2023 | 48 | High Expectations, Inclusion, Intellectual Disability, Postsecondary Education | |
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KY-SPIN Youth Talks: Nick on EmploymentNick, a young man with autism, talks about his experience disclosing his disability in interviews and getting job accommodations.
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April 2023 | 68 | Accommodations, Autism, Disclosure, Employment, Self-Advocacy | |
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SSI and WorkLearn more about SSI and work by watching this short video. The video is less than 5 minutes long so you can quickly get the information to keep you moving forward. This is produced for Minnesotans with disabilities, but the major points covered in the video apply nationally.
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February 2023 | 62 | Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Work Incentives | |
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What is SSI?In five minutes, this video covers how SSI can help you and what the three requirements for getting it are. This is produced specifically for Minnesotans with disabilities and while the basic concepts apply nationally, individual SSI amounts you receive vary by state.
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January 2023 | 184 | Supplemental Security Income (SSI) | |
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SSI and Youth Who WorkThis short video helps viewers understand what happens to SSI benefits when students under age 22 go to work.
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January 2023 | 24 | Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Work Incentives | |
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Youth In Transition: EmploymentIn this video several young people talk about how they went about finding a job and why employment is part of living their "best life."
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November 2022 | 194 | Career Development, Employment | |
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Youth in Transition: Independent LivingIn this video, several young people share what they did to prepare for independent living.
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October 2022 | 125 | Independent Living, Transition, Transition Planning | |
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Youth in Transition: Services and SupportsIn this video, young people with disabilities and their families describe the services and supports they receive from school, vocational rehabilitation, waivered services, and family and friends that are helping them successfully transition to adulthood.
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October 2022 | 108 | Adult Services, Benefit Programs and Supports, Independent Living, Transition Planning, Vocational Rehabilitation | |
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Youth In Transition: José-Daniel’s StoryHear from José-Daniel who shares information about the supports and services he is receiving on his transition journey.
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October 2022 | 317 | Career Development, Employment, Guardianship, Transition Planning, Vocational Rehabilitation | |
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Youth In Transition: TK’s StoryTK is a young woman who is Deaf. In this video she touches on many issues that were part of her journey to adulthood, including completing a postsecondary degree, and employment in 2 jobs. She also shares practical advice based on her experiences, such as "Don't be afraid to make mistakes, know that it's okay."
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October 2022 | 398 | Deafness, Employment, Independent Living, Postsecondary Education, Vocational Rehabilitation | |
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Youth In Transition: Self-AdvocacyThe young people in this video describe different environments in which they advocated for themselves at work, school, and with family.
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October 2022 | 111 | Self-Advocacy | |
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My Adventures in Youth Empowerment, Episode 1Follow Jacob on his adventures in youth empowerment and self-advocacy. This is an animated series created by the Ohio Coalition for the Education of Children with Disabilities.
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October 2022 | 146 | Self-Advocacy, Self-Determination | |
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Connecting Youth with Significant Disabilities to Summer EmploymentIn this video, Erik Carter, professor of special education at Vanderbilt University, provides practical strategies for connecting youth with significant disabilities to summer employment.
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July 2022 | 44 | Career Development, Employment, Transition, Webinar | |
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What is Competitive Integrated Employment?This video explores both the philosophy and basic concepts of the term competitive integrated employment, a key concept in vocational rehabilitation as well as other efforts to improve employment outcomes for individuals with disabilities.
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July 2022 | 252 | Employment, Vocational Rehabilitation | |
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What are Vocational Rehabilitation Services?This video provides a national overview of Vocational Rehabilitation services.
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June 2022 | 514 | Adult Services, Career Development, Employment, Financial Aid, Preparing for Employment, Transition, Vocational Rehabilitation | |
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Edgy Meg's Success StoryIn this video, learn more about Meg's journey to supported self-employment and her experience as a business owner and how Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation Services supported Meg and her family in the process.
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May 2022 | 175 | Employment, Entrepreneur, Family Support, Preparing for Employment, Vocational Rehabilitation | |
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Social Security Representative PayeesThis short video provides a quick overview on being a Social Security Representative Payee.
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April 2022 | 260 | SSI | |
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Young Adults and Social Security Disability; What You Need to KnowSara Cavallo, Work incentive Coordinator of the Social Security Administration, and Sarah Dicks, Medical Relations Officer of the MN Disability Determination Services, provide information on qualifying for benefits.
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April 2022 | 410 | Supplemental Security Income (SSI) | |
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Introduction to Work IncentivesExperienced Social Security professionals provide information on using Social Security Work Incentives. Work Incentives are designed to help Social Security beneficiaries enter, re-enter or stay in the workforce by protecting their eligibility for cash payments and/or healthcare.
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April 2022 | 102 | Work Incentives | |
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Ed Roberts Oral History Project Highlight VideoThis video from the Ed Roberts Orah History Project looks at the influence of Ed Roberts on the Independent Living Movement and the disability community.
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April 2022 | 163 | Independent Living, Self-Advocacy, Disability Rights, Youth Produced | |
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Social Security Disability: Qualifying for BenefitsThis hour-long training video will give you an inside look at how Disability Determination Services decides who qualifies for benefits and what is needed in an effective application. Presenters are Sarah Dicks and Tanya Heitzinger from Minnesota Disability Determination Services.
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February 2022 | 3299 | Supplemental Security Income (SSI) | |
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College Students with Mental Health NeedsThis video describes mental health conditions and dispels common misconceptions regarding college students who experience them.
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December 2021 | 110 | Postsecondary Education, Mental Health | |
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How Mental Health Conditions Shape Academic ParticipationThis video summarizes ways in which having a mental health condition can impact a student’s academic performance.
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December 2021 | 76 | Postsecondary Education, Mental Health | |
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Understanding Accommodations for College Students with Mental Health ConditionsThis video details the purpose and nature of academic accommodations for college students with mental health conditions and offers examples of such accommodations.
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December 2021 | 62 | Accommodations, Postsecondary Education, Mental Health | |
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Workplace AccommodationsIn this video, excerpted from a 2021 parent training, Anne Robertson Esq., staff attorney at the Minnesota Disability Law Center, discusses workplace accommodations ideas for youth with disabilities.
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November 2021 | 24 | ADA, Reasonable Accommodations | |
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The Changing Role of ParentsIn this 6-minute video, excerpted from a recent parent conference presentation, NPCTE Co-Director Barb Ziemke discusses the “seismic shift” parents of youth with disabilities will need to make in the transition to adulthood.
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October 2021 | 10 | Parent Involvement, Family Engagement, Transition to adulthood, Secondary Transition | |
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Getting Help with College and WorkMeet James. He shares insights and practical information for college students.
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September 2021 | 16 | Postsecondary Education | |
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What is Health Care Transition? HCT 101This video provides an overview of Health Care Transition (HCT) with tips and information for youth and young adults who are transitioning from pediatric to adult health care.
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August 2021 | 4225 | Health | |
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Transitioning to Adulthood ExplainedOverview of the transition planning process geared to youth turning age 18.
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August 2020 | 674 | Transition, Vocational Rehabilitation, Guardianship | |
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Employment Accommodations ExplainedThis short video explains what reasonable accommodations in employment settings are and how to ask for them.
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October 2019 | 52 | Accommodations, Employment | |
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Connecting Youth to CareersThis video follows Jessica from 9th grade through her senior year as she explores her strengths and interests, gains work experience and finds her career pathway. It covers self-awareness, career research and career planning activities. It also answers questions about what parents can do to help launch their teen on a successful career path.
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September 2019 | 10 | Accommodations, Adult Services, American Job Centers, Career Development, Connecting Youth, Disability Self-Awareness, Employment, Finding Strengths, Preparing for Employment, Self-Awareness, Transition, Transition Planning | |
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Consent and Kids with DisabilitiesTalking about consent may feel like a daunting task, but Daisy discusses why understanding consent is important for all kids, and especially kids with disabilities.
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May 2019 | 433 | Health, Sexuality, Self-Advocacy, Self-Determination | |
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Disability and SexualityAll people are sexual beings, no matter what their bodies can or cannot do physically or what type of support they may need from time to time or all of the time. It�s important for young people living with disabilities or differently abled young people to learn about sexuality.
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March 2019 | 27896 | Health, Sexuality | |
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The Transition to Adulthood: Tips for Parents from ParentsPACER's National Parent Center on Transition and Employment looks at the transition to adulthood through the eyes of parents.
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November 2018 | 10 | Family Support, Transition | |
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What Women with Autism Want You to KnowSeveral women with autism talk about what it is like to have autism, identify challneges and celebrate strengths.
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November 2018 | 1168458 | Autism, Celebrating Differences, Disability Awareness | |
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Willing to WorkIt�s a jungle out there for job-seekers with disabilities! Wilbert Johnson tells us how he was able to get his dream job and provides tips for fellow job-seekers.
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October 2018 | 540 | Employment, Transition Planning, Self-Determination | |
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Preparing for Postsecondary Education: What Families Need to KnowAccessing accommodations in college is much different than in high school. Learn more about the process and how to plan ahead by watching this video from PACER Transition Specialist Erika Theiler.
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June 2018 | 81 | Accommodations, College Preparation, Postsecondary Education | |
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Transition Tips for Employment #1: High ExpectationsIt is important that families and professionals have high expectations that youth with disabilities can be employed.
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March 2018 | 442 | Preparing for Employment, High Expectations, Family Support | Transition Tips: How Parents Can Help Their Youth Find Employment Success |
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Transition Tips for Employment #2: Make Work Experiences a PriorityMeaningful work experiences in high school can support youth to have better employment outcomes as adults.
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March 2018 | 228 | Preparing for Employment, Family Support | Transition Tips: How Parents Can Help Their Youth Find Employment Success |
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Transition Tips for Employment #3: Use Your Personal NetworksFamilies can use their networks of friends, neighbors, and others to help find employment opportunities for their youth.
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March 2018 | 168 | Preparing for Employment, Family Support | Transition Tips: How Parents Can Help Their Youth Find Employment Success |
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Transition Tips for Employment #4: Employers Want Good EmployeesBeing motivated and having a good attitude are important soft skills for youth with disabilities to learn.
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March 2018 | 201 | Preparing for Employment, Family Support, Soft Skills | Transition Tips: How Parents Can Help Their Youth Find Employment Success |
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Transition Tips for Employment #5: Learn What Supports Are AvailableThere are a variety of community and disability organizations that can help families and youth with disabilities to achieve their employment goals.
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March 2018 | 177 | Preparing for Employment, Vocational Rehabilitation | Transition Tips: How Parents Can Help Their Youth Find Employment Success |
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Exploring and Selecting Assistive Technology with Teens and Young AdultsIn this Transition Tech Talk Video, we talk about the importance of involving teens and young adults in the selection of assistive technology that will help them at school and in life.
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March 2018 | 66 | Assistive Technology | Transition Tech Talk |
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How to Choose a Fitness CenterFollow Mary Allison, a wheelchair user, on a tour of a local gym where she shares tips on How to Choose a Fitness Center.
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March 2018 | 654 | Independent Living, Self-Advocacy | |
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Off to College with a Visual ImpairmentAlthough the subject of this PACER video has a vision impairment, it provides an excellent example to any student for how to interview someone at the Disability Services Office and share information about your accommodation needs.
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February 2018 | 752 | Accommodations, College Preparation, Postsecondary Education, Self-Advocacy, Self-Awareness, Vision Disability | |
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Words of Wisdom for Students with Vision Loss from a Director of Disability ServicesKathy McGillivray, Director of the Center for Learning and Accessible Student Services at Augsburg University, shares her expertise about the transition from high school to college for individuals with vision loss.
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February 2018 | 44 | Accommodations, College Preparation, Postsecondary Education, Self-Advocacy, Self-Awareness, Vision Disability, Vocational Rehabilitation | |
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Words of Wisdom from Rakeb, a High School Senior with Vision Loss Preparing for CollegeRakeb, a high school senior who is blind, shares her insight into how she has prepared to make a successful transition to college.
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February 2018 | 147 | Accommodations, College Preparation, Postsecondary Education, Self-Advocacy, Self-Awareness, Vision Disability | |
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Meet Judge FrankThe Honorable Donovan W. Frank is a Senior United States District Judge for the District of Minnesota. In this video he discusses his personal history with the inclusion of people with disabilities. The other videos in the series demonstrate how the value of inclusion has made a difference in his career as a judge.
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February 2018 | 84 | Inclusion | Voices of Experience |
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Judge Frank on People with Disabilities Serving on JuriesJudge Frank shares a story of a woman who was blind serving on a jury panel for a case in his courtroom and how it impacted others’ perceptions of people with disabilities.
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February 2018 | 55 | Inclusion | Voices of Experience |
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Judge Frank on Including Disability as Part of Diversity and Challenging StereotypesJudge Frank discusses the importance of including disability as part of diversity efforts and challenging stereotypes.
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February 2018 | 59 | Inclusion | Voices of Experience |
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Meet the Deaf-Blind Lawyer Fighting for People with DisabilitiesHaben Girma discusses her experiences as a DeafBlind student and how she has advocated for herself and others. She strives to create a more inclusive community by removing barriers for people with disabilities.
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January 2018 | 5973 | DeafBlindness, Self-Advocacy, Self-Determination | |
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The Right to Your GraduationAre you a student with a disability ready to graduate, but worried your school will segregate you from your own ceremony? Listen in as Cuquis discusses your right to attend your graduation ceremony including tips to follow to obtain necessary accommodations.
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January 2018 | 306 | Accommodations, Disability Rights, Inclusion | |
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Executive Function Skills at WorkIn this Transition Tech Talk Video, we follow Josh as he explores technology options to help him with executive function skills at work. Executive function skills include things like time management, completing tasks, and solving problems.
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January 2018 | 194 | Assistive Technology | Transition Tech Talk |
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Tips & Technology for Managing Time, Focus, & Sleep in CollegeIn this Transition Tech Talk Video, we talk about the importance of managing your time, staying focused, and getting adequate sleep at college and the technology tools that can help.
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December 2017 | 93 | Assistive Technology | Transition Tech Talk |
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Kids with Character: Grit"Grit is having the courage to do your impossible or to do what you think is hard and to do it anyway," says Nasina, a young woman with incredible grit. Her story will awe and inspire you.
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December 2017 | 2130 | College Preparation, Postsecondary Education, Perseverance, Self-Determination | |
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What to Know about Trusts & ABLE AccountsThis video describes trusts and ABLE accounts and explains how they can help individuals who receive government benefits to save money as well as pay for many kinds of expenses. Information is presented in straightforward language and at a measured pace to make it easier for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to understand. However, it contains basic information of interest to any person with a disability who receives government benefits such as SSI and Medicaid, as well family members who want to learn how these accounts work.
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October 2017 | 379 | Benefit Programs and Supports, Independent Living, Intellectual Disability, Person-Centered Planning, Self-Advocacy, Special needs Trust, Supplemental Security Income (SSI) | |
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Should we build new institutions?Research indicates that people with disabilities have better outcomes when they have supports to live in the community rather than living in institutions, however, initiatives to create new institutional lving settings are being proposed in many U.S. communities. This video considers whether that is a good idea. It is adapted from the white paper "Community Living and Participation for People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities: What the Research Tells Us," from the American Association on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (AAIDD) and the Association of University Centers on Disabilities (AUCD).
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October 2017 | 149 | Community Inclusion, Community Supports, Disability Rights, Housing, Independent Living, Autism, Intellectual Disability | |
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Unconscious Biases: Shattering Assumptions and Surprising OurselvesLearn about unconscious biases about people with disabilities and their ability to work in the competitive workplace – and how to challenge assumptions.
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October 2017 | 345 | Career Development, Community Inclusion, Disability Awareness, High Expectations, Employment | |
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What is Transition & Person Centered Planning? Making Own DecisionsThis video features diverse youth and their family members talking about transition to college and employment and their goals and dreams. A related transition guide is available in multiple languages at https://www.multiculturalfamilies.org/programs-services/youth-transition-program/transition-guide-download/.
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October 2017 | 162 | Transition, Transition Planning, Self-Determination | |
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#ABLEtoSave: Qualified Disability Related ExpensesThis video from the ABLE National Resource Center provides very straightforward descriptions and explanations of the type of expenses that ABLE funds can be used for. The ABLE NRC Director, Chris Rodriquez, goes through broad categories like education, transportation, assistive technology and more and gives examples of the type of services that are covered.
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August 2017 | 265 | Financial Planning, Self-determination, Employment, Postsecondary Education, Transportation, Health | |
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Watch This Woman Explain What It's Like to "Come Out" as BlindConchita Hernandez explains how she struggled to accept her blindness and gain independence.
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July 2017 | 17452 | Vision Disability, Disclosure, Self-Awareness | |
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Virtual College Campus Tour for Individuals with DisabilitiesThe Virtual College Campus Tour was created to help teens explore the world of post-secondary education through the comforts of home. This virtual college campus tour can help students discover and explore the many different types of higher education institutions available and answers the questions a student with a disability needs to ask to have a successful experience.
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June 2017 | 235 | Webinar, Postsecondary Education, College Preparation, Transition Planning | |
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Pathway to Employment: CraigCraig Engel sustained a traumatic brain injury (TBI) in an automobile accident. This video shares his uplifting story of recovering and returning to work as a welder through Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) services and on-the-job accommodations.
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May 2017 | 412 | TBI, Vocational Rehabilitation, Assistive Technology | |
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Ask the Expert Preparing for Independent LifeIt is important to start transition planning early and especially in high school, specifically with independent living.
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May 2017 | 429 | Transition Planning, Independent Living | |
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Introduction to Family InvolvementWhen creating a transition plan, family involvement is the key to success. This includes family empowerment and family training around transition topics.
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April 2017 | 45 | Transition, Transition Planning | |
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Alternatives to ConservatorshipAlternatives to conservatorship allow people with disabilities to make independent decisions about their life while maintaining support from family and/or community members. Some alternate examples include power of attorney, representative payee, supported decision-making, and healthcare surrogate.
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April 2017 | 455 | Guardianship, Independent Living, Intellectual Disability | |
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DO-IT Scholars Discuss the Importance of CollegeDO-IT Scholars, who are part of an innovative transition-to-college program, share their perspectives on why it is important to attend college.
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April 2017 | 201 | Postsecondary Education, Finding Strengths, College Preparation | |
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What's It LikeThis video shares the experiences of college students with disabilities. They discuss the perceptions of other people, how disability impacts their identity, and their approach to interacting with others.
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April 2017 | 161 | Postsecondary Education, College Preparation, Self-Awareness | |
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Minnesota Student PerspectivesTwo students discuss how a transition program has helped them to gain work experience and develop skills for their futures.
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April 2017 | 47 | Transition Planning, Employment | |
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Solutions for Youth with DisabilitiesThis video looks at customized employment as a strategy and how it is helping youth with disabilities successfully transition to employment.
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March 2017 | 688 | Employment | |
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What is AmeriCorps?This video breaks down the details of the AmeriCorps program. AmeriCorps is a program that engages adults in public service work with a goal of "helping others and meeting critical needs in the community."
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March 2017 | 67102 | Employment, Career Development | |
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10 Job Interview Tips For (and By) Young People with DisabilitiesNeed some help getting through your next job interview? Here are 10 job interview tips by young adults with disabilities, for young adults with disabilities.
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March 2017 | 2481 | Employment, Transition Planning, Self-Determination | |
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With Our Voices Stories: Abby's Housing StoryAbby is able to live independently with the support of her family and is developing her voice as a self-advocate.
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February 2017 | 478 | Independent Living, Housing, Self-Advocacy | |
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Dealing with PainA young woman with cerebral palsy and her father talk about the impact of pain and how effective strategies for pain management have made a difference in her life.
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February 2017 | 527 | Health, Independent Living, Perseverance, Supportive Adults | |
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A #JobCreators Family Interview - The Perez FamilyThe Perez family explored self-employment as a way to create a meaningful future for their 11-year-old daughter with Down syndrome. In this video they describe their journey and the benefits that exploring self-employment has had for their now teenage daughter.
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January 2017 | 488 | Employment, Entrepreneur, Family Support, Intellectual Disability, Preparing for Employment | |
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The Truth about Sitting – Partnership in WellnessThis video was produced by the Partnership in Wellness project at the U of MN's Research and Training Center on Community Living. It is part of a universally-designed health curriculum for adults who require ongoing daily supports, have limited reading skills, and would benefit from learning about improved nutrition, activity, and relationships.
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January 2017 | 132 | Health, Independent Living | |
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How Asperger's WorksThis video offers tips to motivate your child with Asperger's using the "Sensory Funnel."
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December 2016 | 1856 | Autism, Self-Awareness, Social Skills | |
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A Preflight Announcement with Noah SeidelThis video highlights experiences of air travelers who use wheelchairs. Unfortunately, many have had experiences with airlines that don't know how to transport mobility devices. It also provides tips for traveling and for advocacy.
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December 2016 | 252 | Disability Rights, Self-Advocacy, Transportation, Travel | |
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How #ApprenticeshipWorks for RecruitsLearn how apprenticeship can work for you as a job seeker or employer. These inclusive apprenticeship programs in high-growth industries like information technology and healthcare show how #ApprenticeshipWorks for everyone.
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November 2016 | 855 | Employment, Career Development, For Employers | |
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Jesse's Story: A Person-Centered LifeJesse and the Oftsie family share their experience forging a life grounded in self-direction and person-centered thinking.
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October 2016 | 493 | Celebrating Differences, High Expectations, Inclusion | |
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Federal Student Aid: Overview of the Financial Aid ProcessAre you ready to attend college or career school, but need financial aid to help fund your education? Check out this video to learn how the office of Federal Student Aid provides more than $150 billion in grants, loans and work-study funds. Visit http://StudentAid.gov to learn more.
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September 2016 | 8844 | Postsecondary Education, Financial Aid | |
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How to Fill Out the FAFSAThe Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) allows students to apply for more than $150 billion in grants, loans, and work-study funds. Check out this video for info about the FAFSA and the resources available to help fill out this important application. Visit http://StudentAid.gov/fafsa to learn more.
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September 2016 | 16569 | Postsecondary Education, Financial Aid | |
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The Job Accommodation Network: JAN is here for YOU!The Job Accommodation Network (JAN) is a free service of the U.S. Department of Labor's Office of Disability Employment Policy that helps employers and employees find workplace solutions for individuals with disabilities.
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September 2016 | 1710 | Accommodations, For Employers, Assistive Technology, Employment | |
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Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports: Supporting Your Child at Home and in the CommunityIn this video Renelle Nelson, who directs from PACER's Children's Mental Health & Emotional or Behavioral Disorders Project, explains to parents how Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) can be used to teach and encourage appropriate behaviors at home and in the community.
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September 2016 | 328 | High Expectations, Mental Health, Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports, Social Skills | |
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Understanding Measurable Postsecondary Goals in the IEPPACER advocate Barb Ziemke discusses the concept of “measurable postsecondary goals” and how they fit into transition planning for a student with a disability on an IEP. She incorporates her own experiences to highlight why this is an important concept for families to understand.
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August 2016 | 276 | Special Education, Finding Strengths, Transition Planning, Family Support | |
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How to Travel the World in a WheelchairAlbert hitchhikes and travels the world in his wheelchair. He compares his wheelchair to having to wear "a pair of glasses" and he has been to over 75 countries.
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August 2016 | 5080 | Physical Accessibility, Travel, Self-Determination | |
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Employment First for Transitioning YouthJessica Steele with Virginia’s Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services (DARS) speaks about Employment First in Virginia and how it impacts transitioning youth with disabilities. Traditionally, people with disabilities have been thought to be placed in sheltered work environments or day services but Employment First is working to change that approach.
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August 2016 | 295 | Employment, Transition Planning, Adult Services, Vocational Rehabilitation | |
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Who Helps You Coordinate Your Health Care?Teens discuss who helps them coordinate their own health care and the strategies they use to organize themselves. The role of a “care coordinator” is defined. This video is the first in a 4-part series Preparing for Adulthood: Taking Charge of My Own Health Care.
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August 2016 | 227 | Health, Self-Determination, Youth Produced | Preparing For Adulthood: Taking Charge of My Own Health Care |
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What Can Medical Providers and Teachers Do To Help You Take Charge of Your Own Health Care?Teens respond to questions about their preferred method of communication for health care information. This video is the second in a 4-part series, Preparing for Adulthood: Taking Charge of My Own Health Care.
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August 2016 | 183 | Health, Self-Determination, Youth Produced | Preparing For Adulthood: Taking Charge of My Own Health Care |
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How Do You Prepare For A Medical Appointment?Teens describe how they prepare for a doctor’s appointment. Strategies that work for them include: making a list of concerns and questions for the doctor, having your insurance card with you, checking in, scheduling an appointment and arranging for transportation to the appointment. This video is the third in a 4-part series, Preparing for Adulthood: Taking Charge of My Own Health Care.
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August 2016 | 81 | Health, Self-Determination, Youth Produced | Preparing For Adulthood: Taking Charge of My Own Health Care |
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What Does Guardianship Mean to You?Teens discuss what guardianship means. For these young adults, guardians are seen as coaches, leaders, decision makers, record keepers and as the gateway to health care.This video is the fourth in a 4-part series, Preparing for Adulthood: Taking Charge of My Own Health Care.
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August 2016 | 281 | Health, Self-Determination, Youth Produced, Guardianship | Preparing For Adulthood: Taking Charge of My Own Health Care |
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Voices of Experience: Meet Danette SmithMeet Danette Smith, a mother of a child with a disability and a Human Resources professional. Danette offers strategies for how young people can prepare themselves to meet the needs of employers. She highlights the importance of soft skills, making a good first impression, and being a “curious, passionate learner.”
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August 2016 | 411 | Employment, Accommodations, Career Development, Disclosure, Soft Skills, Preparing for Employment | Voices of Experience |
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Danette Smith: Job Search and Interview TipsDanette Smith discusses what employers look for in a resume, the importance of a cover letter, and ways youth with communication challenges can convey they skills and passion.
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August 2016 | 262 | Employment, Accommodations, Career Development, Disclosure, Soft Skills, Preparing for Employment | Voices of Experience |
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The Single Greatest Skill I Have Ever Learned In My LifeReframing and changing your perspective using positivity promotes success in all aspects of life.
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August 2016 | 4328 | Autism, Self-Awareness, Social Skills | |
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College Graduate Sam GravesThis video, created for PACER Center’s Annual Benefit on April 30, 2016, highlights the success story of recent college graduate Sam Graves. Sam is a young adult with cerebral palsy whose family began receiving PACER services when he was 3 years old.
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July 2016 | 331 | Inspiration, Family Support | |
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The Road to RecoveryA young woman talks about her first experience with bipolar disorder as a college student, her family's support, and her road to recovery, degree completion and successful employment.
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June 2016 | 284 | Family support, Mental Health, Postsecondary Education, Self-Awareness | |
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The Gift of Being DifferentCara Reedy, a woman with achondroplastic dwarfism, describes her life as a little person and the gift of being different.
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June 2016 | 46024 | Self-Determination, Little People, Celebrating Differences | |
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No Barriers - Technology for College-Level ReadingIn this Transition Tech Talk Video, an assistive technology specialist from the Simon Technology Center answers a question about helping teens read the more complex text you might find in high school and college and offers assistive technology as a solution. Three strategies are offered to help get teens ready for the rigor of college-level reading.
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May 2016 | 285 | Assistive Technology, College Preparation, Postsecondary Education, Transition Planning, Learning Disability | Transition Tech Talk |
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College-Bound with Assistive TechnologyIn this Transition Tech Talk Video, an assistive technology specialist from the Simon Technology Center answers a question about helping teens be more independent with their work and offers assistive technology as a solution. Three strategies are offered to help get you started with helping your child be independent in high school and beyond.
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May 2016 | 331 | Assistive Technology, College Preparation, Postsecondary Education, Transition Planning, Learning Disability | Transition Tech Talk |
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Accessing the Dream: Preparing Deaf-Blind Youth for a Self-Determined LifeStudents who are deaf-blind share the difficulties, fears and challenges they face on a daily basis; but they overcome these obstacles in order to live a self-determined life.
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May 2016 | 870 | DeafBlindness, Self-Determination | |
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Talking About Dyslexia: A Hidden DisabilityHarvard graduate Laura Schifter talks about the stigma of having dyslexia, a hidden disability, and the importance of talking about dyslexia and raising learning disability awareness.
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April 2016 | 1940 | Dyslexia, Disability Awareness, Disclosure | |
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SSI & Work in MNWorking while receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI) can have many benefits including more monthly income, staying connected to SSI, and continued medical assistance, not to mention a better quality of life!
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April 2016 | 993 | Benefit Programs and Supports, Supplemental Security Income (SSI) | |
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Meet Sue PrattMeet Sue Pratt, well respected leader in the parent advocacy movement and mother of an adult with autism. In her series of videos Sue shares stories and insights about understanding autism and being a strong advocate for her son as he made the transition from school to living in the community.
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April 2016 | 657 | Autism, Intellectual Disability, Supportive Adults, Perseverance, Impact of Disability on Family | Voices of Experience |
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Sue Pratt on Understanding AutismSue discusses the importance of understanding the communication and verbal processing challenges persons with autism may experience.
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April 2016 | 348 | Autism, Communication Challenges, Celebrating Differences | Voices of Experience |
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Sue Pratt on the Importance of a Transition PlanSue shares about the power of high expectations and the role a well-constructed transition plan plays in success for transitioning youth.
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April 2016 | 525 | Finding Strengths, High Expectations, Perseverance, Transition, Special Education | Voices of Experience |
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Sue Pratt on Finding a Housing SolutionSue discusses how perseverance and understanding her son’s wants and needs led to finding a housing situation that was right for him.
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April 2016 | 245 | Community Supports, Connecting Youth, Family Support, Housing | Voices of Experience |
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Sue Pratt on Parents Being the ExpertsSue discusses the fact that when it comes to their own children, parents are the experts.
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April 2016 | 289 | Family Support, High Expectations, Collaboration, Special Education | Voices of Experience |
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Health Care in the Transition PlanHelping students learn to manage their health care is the responsibility of parents, teachers, and the student. This video provides information about how to include health care in the transition plan.
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March 2016 | 139 | Health, Transition Planning | |
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Questions of DiscriminationBefore someone can practice law, they must not only graduate from law school but pass the state’s bar exam. Currently, 41 states include questions in their bar exam application asking about the applicant’s mental health history, diagnosis or treatment. If an applicant answers “yes” to these questions, they are required to fill out a form revealing private information and may be forced to turn over confidential treatment records before being allowed to take the bar exam. The video below discusses the impact these questions have on applicants and the diversity of the legal profession.
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March 2016 | 514 | Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Civil Rights and Legal Protections, Disability Rights, Disclosure, Employment, Mental Health, Postsecondary Education | |
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Serve Overseas: You Always Have Something to Contribute and LearnFascinated with the overseas experiences of a friend who joined the Peace Corps, Allen Neece followed suit and discovered a new outlet for sharing his passion for education. Allen, who is Deaf, shares information about his experience working with Deaf communities in Kenya, Zambia, and Guyana (2007-2011) as a Peace Corps Volunteer.
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March 2016 | 130 | Deafness, Employment, High Expectations, International Study, Transition Planning, Travel | |
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How to teach teens to help themselvesKnowing when to ask for help will take your teen a long way – in school and in life.
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January 2016 | 1077 | Family Support, High Expectations, Transition, Self-Determination | |
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Why college matters for people with disabilitiesDaniel Jarvis-Holland is a sophomore at Benson Polytechnic High School. He has Down syndrome and wants to go to college. Now he finally can.
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November 2015 | 499 | Postsecondary Education, Intellectual Disability, Family Support | |
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The Power of International TravelHaben Girma is a DeafBlind, first-generation African-American, and reflects about her first international experience. She says she wouldn't be the same person she is today if she didn't volunteer abroad as a teenager.
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November 2015 | 787 | High Expectations, Inclusion, Postsecondary Education, Transition Planning, Self-Determination, Vision Disability, International Study, Travel, DeafBlindness | |
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Moving Out Into the WorldDiscover how international study and volunteer abroad can develop confidence, independence, and career skills for people with disabilities.
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October 2015 | 384 | Career Development, Employment, Finding Strengths, High Expectations, Inclusion, Independent Living | |
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Student Privacy 101: FERPA for Parents and StudentsEver have questions about your rights regarding education records? This short video highlights the key protections of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) from kindergarten to college in plain English.
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October 2015 | 32541 | College Preparation, Disclosure, Postsecondary Education, Transition Planning, Civil Rights and Legal Protections | |
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From Disability Benefits to Benefits Counseling: Michele’s Ticket to Work Success StoryMichele, a young adult with Muscular Dystrophy, talks about how Ticket to Work helped her get an education and reach her career goals.
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October 2015 | 1417 | Adult Services, Benefit Programs and Supports, Career Development, Employment, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Work Incentives, Muscular Dystrophy | |
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Work Early, Work Often: Parents/Caregivers of Young Adults with DisabilitiesPart of a three-part series highlighting the importance of work and work-based experiences in an young person’s transition to adulthood, a mother talks about her son’s career development experiences, finding the right job “fit,” his personal growth on the job, and “letting go.”
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September 2015 | 1439 | Career Development, Employment, Family Support, Finding Strengths, Independent Living | Work Early, Work Often |
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Work Early, Work Often: Employers of Young Adults with DisabilitiesPart of a three-part series highlighting the importance of work and work-based experiences in an young person’s transition to adulthood, employers discuss how exposing young adults with disabilities to real work experiences can help to meet the needs of a business and improve their bottom line.
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September 2015 | 1481 | Career Development, Employment, High Expectations, Preparing for Employment, Supportive Adults | Work Early, Work Often |
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Disability DisclosureThis video provides a short introduction to disability disclosure for youth with disabilities in school or at work. It shows a young adult filling out an application for employment and trying to decide if he should disclose or not his disability.
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September 2015 | 667 | Disclosure, Employment, Self-Advocacy, Self-Awareness, Self-Determination | |
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Working Together: Computers and People with Learning DisabilitiesStudents and workers with learning disabilities demonstrate computer-based tools and strategies that promote their academic and career success.
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August 2015 | 1115 | Learning Disability, Assistive Technology | |
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Disability VoteThe Advocacy Center of Louisiana, Disability Rights New York, Disability Rights Network of Pennsylvania, and Disability Rights Washington, which operates this Rooted in Rights YouTube channel, are all part of the federally funded protection and advocacy system and members of the National Disability Rights Network.
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August 2015 | 1258 | Civil Rights and Legal Protections, Disability Rights, High Expectations, Independent Living, Voting, Community Inclusion | |
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Curtis Pride PSAMajor League Baseball‘s rich legacy of inclusion is acknowledged in this Public Service Announcement featuring former Major-League player Curtis Pride, who was born deaf.
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August 2015 | 159 | Inspiration, Employment, Deafness, Recreation and Sports | |
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Google Impact Challenge: Disabilities | ADA 25th AnniversaryThis video explores the evolution of the disability rights movement with key figures from its early days to the 25th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
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July 2015 | 2699 | Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Inspiration, Self-Advocacy | |
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Passport to PossibilitiesInternational experiences through study or volunteering abroad can have far-reaching benefits. Hear four people with disabilities share their experiences, and also learn how the National Clearinghouse on Disability and Exchange, a project of MIUSA and U.S. Department of State, can help in preparations.
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July 2015 | 627 | Accommodations, Deafness, High Expectations, Inclusion, Postsecondary Education, Transition Planning, Self-Determination, Vision Disability, International Study, Physical Accessibility, Travel | |
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Preparing Minnesota Students for Career and Postsecondary OpportunitiesThis 2015 webinar provides an overview of Minnesota’s new career-focused Personal Learning Plans, now required for all MN secondary students. Presenters from the Minnesota Department of Education introduce viewers to the eight required areas of a plan and provide information on how to coordinate these plans with the Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and transition planning goals of special education students.
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June 2015 | 189 | Transition Planning, Career Development, Preparing for Employment, Webinar | |
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How to Make SSI Work for You: Simply SaidThis youth- and family-friendly video focuses on how to find help available to youth and young adults with disabilities after they leave high school. Several federal government programs including Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Work Incentives, and Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) provide benefits or support to eligible youth as they work toward their postsecondary and employment goals. Youth and families can use the information they learn to plan ahead and apply for the benefits and supports they need after high school.
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June 2015 | 593 | Adult Services, Benefit Programs and Supports, Career Development, Community Supports, Independent Living, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Work Incentives | Simply Said |
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Meet Jesus VillasenorMeet Jesus Villasenor, a parent advocate at PACER Center and father of a young adult with learning disabilities. Jesus tells his story, and offers advice to other Latino parents on helping their youth with a disability through the transition years.
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April 2015 | 435 | Learning Disability, Family Support, Latino Parents, ADD/ADHD, High Expectations, Finding Strengths | Voices of Experience |
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Meet Dao XiongMeet Dao Xiong, a parent advocate at PACER and father of an adult daughter with intellectual disabilities. In this series of videos, Dao speaks about maintaining high expectations for his daughter, how his culture has impacted those expectations, and offers advice to other Asian-American families with youth with disabilities.
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April 2015 | 330 | Asian-American Parents, Intellectual Disability, Impact of Disability on Family, High Expectations | Voices of Experience |
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Dao Xiong on How Culture Impacted ExpectationsDao Xiong discusses how his cultural beliefs and traditions have impacted his expectations for his daughter’s future.
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April 2015 | 176 | Asian-American Parents, Intellectual Disability, Family Support | Voices of Experience |
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Dao Xiong on Advice to Asian-American ParentsDao Xiong shares advice for other Asian-American families who have youth with disabilities.
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April 2015 | 164 | Asian-American Parents, Intellectual Disability, Community Supports, Family Support, Preparing for Employment | Voices of Experience |
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Meet Hassan SamantarMeet Hassan Samantar, a parent advocate at PACER Center who serves Minnesota’s Somali population. In this series of videos, Hassan provides historical context for why Somali families came to America, discusses the challenges many Somali families face when having a child with a disability, and offers advice to Somali families who have transition-age youth.
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April 2015 | 358 | Somali Parents, Community Supports, Perseverance | Voices of Experience |
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Hassan Samantar on Somali Families and DisabilityHassan Samantar discusses how Somali culture impacts families and their experience with having a child with a disability.
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April 2015 | 231 | Somali Parents, Impact of Disability on Family, Family Support | Voices of Experience |
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Hassan Samantar on Advice to Somali FamiliesHassan Samantar offers advice to Somali families about youth transitioning to adulthood.
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April 2015 | 177 | Somali Parents, Special Education, Family Support | Voices of Experience |
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Knowing Your Options: College, Independence, and BeyondHigh school students learn about self-advocacy, self-determination, post-high school services and supports (including college and employment), the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504, postsecondary and job accommodations, and disclosure. A resources list with links to supporting documents allows viewers to further explore content.
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April 2015 | 564 | Webinar, Special Education, Self-Advocacy, Postsecondary Education, College Preparation, Transition Planning, Self-Advocacy, Accommodations, Disclosure, Career Development, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504, Adult Services | |
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Mapping Your Future: Creating a Personal Transition PlanThis 2011 webinar provides students with information on creating a personal transition plan using online materials and a variety of multimedia tools, such as PowerPoint, Inspiration, Glogster, and eFolioMinnesota. Students were also introduced to the DO-IT Pals Online Mentoring program.
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April 2015 | 293 | Webinar, Special Education, Postsecondary Education, College Preparation, Transition Planning, Online Tools | |
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Career Possibilities: Discover, Explore, Dream“Career Possibilities: Discover, Explore, Dream!” is the first in a series of webinars created to help teens explore career options and learn about assistive technology that can help them succeed at school, work, and the community. This webinar introduces teens to several online career resources that can help them identify career interest areas. Students will also learn about resources specific to Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) career paths. The webinar includes video and audio interviews with several young adults working in STEM related fields.
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April 2015 | 226 | Webinar, Special Education, Assistive Technology, Transition Planning, Accommodations, Career Development, STEM: Science Technology Engineering and Math | |
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Cory SmithWith the help of an adult service agency, Cory Smith found a job he loves at Brother's Custom Cabinets.
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March 2015 | 1233 | Adult Services, Career Development, Employment, Finding Strengths, High Expectations | |
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Ben Carter: Carter's Courier ServiceFollow Ben Carter in his job working as a courier for Lane County Health and Human Services. He and his family worked with an adult service agency to create a customized employment opportunity working in the community.
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March 2015 | 1473 | Adult Services, Career Development, Employment, Finding Strengths, High Expectations | |
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Meet JohnMeet John, an assistive technology specialist at PACER Center and a young adult with a cognitive disability. John discusses understanding his disability, finding his strengths, and the role high expectations played in his academic and career success.
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March 2015 | 545 | Self-Awareness, ADD/ADHD, Family Support, Postsecondary Education, Finding Strengths | Voices of Experience |
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Meet Brandon ZiemkeMeet Brandon Ziemke, a college student, employee and young man with an intellectual disability. Brandon talks about overcoming obstacles, the impact of caring adults in his life, and his hopes and dreams for the future.
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March 2015 | 706 | Employment, Postsecondary Education, High Expectations, Perseverance | Voices of Experience |
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Meet Jonathan MooneyMeet Jonathan Mooney, prolific author, sought-after national speaker, and a young man with significant learning disabilities.
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March 2015 | 448 | Learning Disability, Supportive Adults, Celebrating Differences | Voices of Experience |
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Jonathan Mooney on Strategies to ThriveJonathan Mooney shares strategies to help youth thrive in life.
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March 2015 | 234 | Family Support, Finding Strengths, Connecting Youth | Voices of Experience |
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Jonathan Mooney on Lessons LearnedJonathan Mooney discusses the lessons he learned from his disability.
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March 2015 | 451 | Learning Disability, Self-Advocacy, Accommodations | Voices of Experience |
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Meet Rachel MagarioMeet Rachel Magario, an assistive technology specialist at PACER Center and a person who is blind. In her series of videos, Rachel shares her story, including the impact of assistive technology, parental support, and maintaining a positive outlook for the future.
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March 2015 | 213 | Perseverance, Vision Disability | Voices of Experience |
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Rachel Magario on Postsecondary EducationRachel Magario discusses success in postsecondary education.
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March 2015 | 248 | Postsecondary Education, Employment, Self-Advocacy, High Expectations | Voices of Experience |
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Rachel Magario on Assistive TechnologyRachel Magario shares how assistive technology has advanced her success.
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March 2015 | 201 | Assistive Technology, Accommodations, Vision Disability | Voices of Experience |
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Rachel Magario on Becoming SuccessfulRachel Magario shares how attitude has helped her overcome difficulties.
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March 2015 | 204 | Family Support, Self-Advocacy, Perseverance | Voices of Experience |
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Rachel Magario on the Role of ParentsRachel Magario discusses the role of parents for transition-age youth.
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March 2015 | 291 | Family Support, High Expectations, Vision Disability | Voices of Experience |
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Sports are for Everyone: Section 504 of the Rehabilitation ActThis video features a high school athlete and notes the importance of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act in regards to inclusion in school athletics.
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March 2015 | 505 | Transition, Accommodations, Recreation and Sports, Disability Rights, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504, PSA | Sports are for Everyone |
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Sports are for Everyone: Wheelchair BasketballThis video features several high school athletes who play wheelchair basketball and notes the importance of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act in regards to school sports and physical education.
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March 2015 | 320 | Recreation and Sports, Disability Rights, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504, PSA | Sports are for Everyone |
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Sports are for Everyone: SwimmingThis video features a high school swimmer and notes the importance of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act in regards to inclusion in school athletics.
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March 2015 | 392 | Recreation and Sports, Disability Rights, Section 504, PSA | Sports are for Everyone |
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Sports are for Everyone: Effective Communication in SportsThis video features a high school athlete who is deaf and notes the importance of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and effective communication in regards to inclusion in school athletics.
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March 2015 | 256 | Recreation and Sports, Deafness, Inclusion, Accommodations, Disability Rights, Section 504, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), PSA | Sports are for Everyone |
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Sports are for Everyone: Inclusion in After School SportsStudies have shown that meaningfulness of “being asked to play” is associated with feelings of inclusion for children with disability. Friends appeared to be a significant, if not the most significant feature of feeling a sense of acceptance, belonging and value for children with disability in physical activities. Kids with disability should not be left on the sidelines! Know your rights...Sports are for Everyone!
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March 2015 | 303 | Recreation and Sports, Inclusion, Disability Rights, Section 504, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), PSA | Sports are for Everyone |
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How TV Can Help Kids Improve Social SkillsDoes your child have trouble picking up social cues? Watching TV with him may be a good way to help him learn and practice social skills. In this video, an expert shows a mom how to use TV to help her 10-year-old son better understand emotions, behavior and sarcasm.
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March 2015 | 403 | Social Skills, Family Support, Connecting Youth, Autism | |
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Jonathan Mooney on the Role of AdultsJonathan Mooney discusses the role of adults in his life.
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March 2015 | 243 | Family Support, Supportive Adults, Perseverance, High Expectations | Voices of Experience |
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What Can CareerOneStop Do For YouCareerOneStop.org is a website sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor. This video outlines how the site can help users explore careers, search for a job and find local training and other help.
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February 2015 | 347 | American Job Centers (Workforce Centers), Career Development, Employment, Postsecondary Education, Transition Planning | |
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Supported EmploymentThis video highlights supported employment employees who found work positions created at a veterinary clinic with assistance from the Virginia Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services.
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February 2015 | 745 | Employment, Adult Services, Vocational Rehabilitation | |
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History of the Disability Movement in the United StatesA dry but informative presentation by University of Kansas Professor Michael Wehmeyer that characterizes the history of people with disabilities, particularly people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, as having 3 distinct waves. Firstly, the Professional Movement, predominant from 1850 to mid 20th century; secondly, the Parent Movement that emerged in the 1950s; and thirdly, the Self-Determination Movement.
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February 2015 | 474 | Community Inclusion, Civil Rights and Legal Protections, Community Supports, Family Support, Health, Independent Living, Intellectual Disability, Self-Determination, Special Education, Transportation | |
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Understanding Your Health Insurance CostsBaffled by premiums, deductibles and out-of-pocket maximums? Here is an overview of health insurance that will help clear things up and give you a better sense of how your money is spent.
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December 2014 | 69563 | Health | |
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Customized EmploymentThis video features Sean and his customized employment experience at Barnes and Noble. It showcases how a customized employment experience can be beneficial to both the business and to the individual with a disability.
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December 2014 | 1448 | Employment, Finding Strengths | |
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The Importance of Knowing Your DisabilityThis video asserts that kids have the right to know if they have a disability and parents/teachers should figure out "how" to tell them, not "if" they should tell them.
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November 2014 | 2767 | Self-Awareness | |
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Health Insurance ExplainedThis cartoon explains health insurance using fun, easy-to-understand scenarios. It breaks down important insurance concepts, such as premiums, deductibles and provider networks. The video explains various the basics of various health care coverage options, including Medicaid.
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November 2014 | 203972 | Health | |
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Meet JosephMeet Joe, an 11th grade student who uses Read2Go and Learning Ally to access school and recreational books.
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November 2014 | 978 | Assistive Technology, Accommodations, Learning Disability, Self-Awareness | Assistive Technology in Action |
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Greg Smith is the Strength CoachGreg Smith, known as the Strength Coach, is a radio host, author and motivational speaker. He talks about his life and how it put him in a unique position to teach inner strength to others.
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October 2014 | 201 | Inspiration, Disability Self-Awareness, Transportation | |
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Who I Am — PSAThe new “Who I Am” PSA features nine real people with disabilities. Rather than be defined by disability, these individuals are the sum of their many life roles — which includes working in jobs they love.
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October 2014 | 884 | Employment, PSA, Self-Determination, Self-Advocacy, For Employers | |
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Quién SomosEl nuevo PSA "Quién Soy" destaca a nueve personas reales con discapacidad. En lugar de ser distinguidos por la discapacidad, estos individuos son la suma de sus muchas funciones en la vida - que incluye trabajando en puestos que les encantan. (Spanish language version of "Who I Am" PSA.)
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October 2014 | 295 | Spanish Language | |
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Larry Clay’s Success StoryThis video highlights the successful transition to employment of Larry Clay, a young man with autism. With the support of his family, school, state vocational rehabilitation plan, and Social Security's Ticket to Work program, Larry has left his SSI cash benefits behind, is working full-time, and feels great about himself and his job.
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October 2014 | 5565 | Autism, Employment, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Transition Planning, Work Incentives | |
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Housing: Starting the JourneyWill you be ready when the time comes for your son or daughter to move to a place of their own? Most parents aren’t sure how to begin planning for this transition, but this video will help you get started. Viewers will receive an overview of the housing and services options that are available and the person-centered planning concepts to help your son or daughter develop their vision for independent living, housing, and services.
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September 2014 | 1722 | Housing, Person-Centered Planning, Independent Living | |
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Words to Know – from Coverage to CareThis video goes over key terminology youth need to learn to manage their health insurance coverage as adults.
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July 2014 | 9318 | Adult Services, Health, Independent Living | |
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How To Talk To Your DoctorA young woman who is a wheelchair user shares tips for working with your doctor to develop an appropriate treatment plan.
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May 2014 | 7532 | Health, Independent Living, Self-Advocacy, Self-Awareness, Self-Determination | |
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Transitioning to College with a DisabilityThe five minute closed captioned video features two students with learning disabilities It explains how accommodations can be different in college compared to what students have in high school. It describes how one discloses a disability at the college level including the importance of knowing what the disability is, how it impacts the student, and what accommodations have worked well in the past.
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May 2014 | 4835 | Learning Disability, Accommodations, Postsecondary Education, College Preparation, Self-Advocacy | |
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Making a Smooth Transition from High School to Adult Living: Successful CollaborationAll students and their families benefit from collaboration — teamwork, group effort, and cooperation — between family, school, and others as they make the transition to adult life. Students with disabilities often require extra collaboration and support to achieve their employment, educational, and independent living goals, sometimes for their entire lives. This 2012 webinar for parents of youth with disabilities explores how to use the concept of collaboration to ensure their son or daughter’s transition to adulthood is as smooth as possible. Originally developed for Minnesota families, most content is relevant to families residing in other states as well. Presenters: Carolyn Anderson, PACER Center | Barb Ziemke, PACER Center | Sean Roy, PACER Center.
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March 2014 | 555 | Webinar, Transition Planning, Collaboration, Adult Services, Connecting Youth, Vocational Rehabilitation, Self-Advocacy, Self-Awareness, Transportation, County Services, Independent Living, Employment, Health, Benefit Programs and Supports, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Postsecondary Education, Family Support | |
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Matthew Success StoryYouth with disabilities discuss how the decisions to disclose their disabilities have affected them at school, at work, and in social situations.
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March 2014 | 456 | Employment, Self-Advocacy, Self-Awareness, Self-Determination, Intellectual Disability | |
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Wilson Family: Holding High ExpectationsYouth with disabilities discuss how the decisions to disclose their disabilities have affected them at school, at work, and in social situations.
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March 2014 | 483 | Employment, Family Support, High Expectations, Intellectual Disability, Transition, Vocational Rehabilitation | |
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Dr. Right: The Right Way to Discuss TransitionA young woman updates her health care transition plan with her doctor before she goes off to college.
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March 2014 | 1018 | Health, Independent Living, Postsecondary Education, Self-Advocacy, Self-Awareness, Self-Determination | |
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Dr. Knotright: the wrong way to discuss transitionSee the wrong way for a primary care physician to discuss health care transition with a young adult patient!
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March 2014 | 602 | Health, Independent Living, Postsecondary Education, Self-Advocacy, Self-Awareness, Self-Determination | |
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Meet BrodyMeet Brody, a student who uses word prediction software to help him write and a smart pen to take notes and save thoughts.
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February 2014 | 1723 | Assistive Technology, Accommodations, Learning Disability, Special Education | Assistive Technology in Action |
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Meet JeanMeet Jean, a student who uses an iPad to do school work and access modified curriculum. She also uses hearing aid Boots which allow her to listen to audio directly from her iPad.
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February 2014 | 1126 | Assistive Technology, Accommodations, Intellectual Disability, Hearing Disability | Assistive Technology in Action |
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Introducing Vocational Rehabilitation ServicesIt won't be long until you are out of high school and on to post-secondary education or work. The time to prepare for that big step forward is now. In this short Simply Said video, you’ll learn how your local Vocational Rehabilitation Services (VRS) counselor can help you be successful at school, at work, and in the community. All you need to do is ask!
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February 2014 | 3316 | Employment, Vocational Rehabilitation, Community Supports, Postsecondary Education | Simply Said |
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I'm Thinking College (Even with my Disability)In this video, students with intellectual disabilities at Next Steps at Vanderbilt University talk about what it’s like to be in college. They learn new things in classes, make new friends, become more independent, and have work internships.
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January 2014 | 11079 | Postsecondary Education | |
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Meet NickMeet Nick, a young man with cerebral palsy who uses an adapted van to drive and runs his own lawn care business.
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December 2013 | 1908 | Transportation, Assistive Technology, Accommodations, Self-Determination, High Expectations, Inspiration | Assistive Technology in Action |
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Becoming an Adult: Deciding Where to LivePlanning for the future can be an exciting and nerve-wracking time for young adults with special health care needs and their families. This video shows and discusses the variety of residential programming available to people with disabilities in the adult world and offers information on how to make sure young adults are registered with the right services in their state.
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December 2013 | 1987 | Adult Services, Family Support, Housing, Independent Living, High Expectations | |
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Becoming an Adult: Legal and Financial PlanningThere are many changes that occur as a child with a disability or with special health care needs becomes a legal adult and families need to know their options. This video addresses Health Care Power of Attorney, Health surrogacy laws and legal guardianship. Additionally, information about estate and long-term planning is explained, so young adults with special health care needs and their families can make sure they know how to access the benefits they are eligible for in adulthood. Special needs trusts and letters of intent are discussed.
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December 2013 | 2626 | Guardianship, Financial Planning, Person-Centered Planning, Special Needs Trust | |
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Becoming an Adult: Taking Responsibility for Your Medical CareMoving out of the pediatric health care world is a major milestone in every young adult's life. This video shows and describes ways for young people to be more involved in their health care, what skills they will need to be successful and how being a patient in the adult health care world will be different from their pediatric experience.
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December 2013 | 3635 | Health, Self-Advocacy, Independent Living | |
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Ready for the Real World? These Kids Are!Elementary, middle and high school students talk about the difference that understanding economics and personal finance principles can make in their lives.
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November 2013 | 1222 | Financial Planning | |
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Meet Ben! An Introduction to Ticket to WorkThis video provides an easy-to-understand overview of the Ticket to Work video program. If you’re receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits and working, or thinking about working, this program may be a good resource for you. Watch Ben’s journey and learn more about how Social Security’s Ticket to Work can help SSI recipients achieve greater financial independence by providing access to free employment support services.
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November 2013 | 24780 | Work Incentives, Benefit Programs and Supports, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Employment | |
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Get the Job . . . Keep the Job!This open-captioned video is by youth with disabilities and for youth with -- and without -- disabilities. It is an overview of the right and wrong ways to apply for a job and give an interview; as well as how to request reasonable accommodations, and how to keep your job.
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September 2013 | 51927 | Employment, Transition Planning, Self-Determination, Youth Produced | |
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How Can Parents Help Providers When Their Young Adult Transitions to Adult Health Care?Pediatrician and researcher Dr. Robert Rohloff describes the partnership between parent, youth and provider when their young adult transitions to adult health care.
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August 2013 | 172 | Adult Services, Family Support, Housing, Independent Living, High Expectations, Health | |
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“Lead On” - Americans with Disabilities Act 23 years laterIn this 2013 video, American Association of People with Disabilities interns share their experiences of the ADA, as persons with a disability.
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July 2013 | 8794 | Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Inspiration, Self-Advocacy, Youth Produced | |
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The Journey to AdulthoodA Parent Consultant from the Utah Parent Center discusses adolescent social and physical transitions such as puberty, self-care, social skills, and vulnerability.
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July 2013 | 362 | Transition, Social Skills, Independent Living | |
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Accessible Dorm RoomColleges provide accessible dorm rooms for students with disabilties. Here is a quick tour!
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June 2013 | 247 | Physical Accessibility, Postsecondary Education | |
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Decisions Decisions DecisionsCasey and Reece talk about making choices and decisions and how young people with intellectual disabilities benefit from decision-making skills.
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May 2013 | 77975 | Intellectual Disability, Self-Advocacy | |
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Meet JaredMeet Jared, a young man with cerebral palsy who, with the help of AT, is able to control his entire computer and run his graphic arts business through a sip and puff switch.
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May 2013 | 4329 | Assistive Technology, Accommodations, Independent living | Assistive Technology in Action |
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Inclusive Post Secondary Education - GAELS RICE at Iona CollegeThis 5 minute video introduces the inclusive postsecondary dual enrollment program for students with intellectual disabilities at Iona College.
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March 2013 | 1134 | Postsecondary Education, Self-Determination, Independent Living | |
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I Am Thinking College (Even with My Disability)Students with intellectual disabilities enrolled in a postsecondary education program in Tennessee talk about their experiences at college and highlight the need for more such programs. Developed by the Tennessee Alliance for Postsecondary Opportunities for Students With Intellectual Disabilities (tnpsealliance.org) and produced by the Vanderbilt Kennedy Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities.
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February 2013 | 7793 | Postsecondary Education, Intellectual Disability, Self-Determination | |
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I Can Soar: AaronAaron faced “intense technology needs” entering public school, but with the help of assistive technology devices like IntelliKeys, a power wheelchair, and even video game controllers he is able to achieve more independence. Now as an 8th grade student, Aaron writes and races with his teachers at school and plays video games with his siblings at home.
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January 2013 | 1355 | Assistive Technology, Special Education, Self-Determination, Connecting Youth | |
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I Can Soar: SeanSean is a popular and outgoing teenager who lost his sight at the age of 10 to retinal blastoma. With the help of assistive technology (AT), Sean is able to participate in regular classes all day long at school, socializes with all of his classmates, and learns and is assessed with the same curriculum standards as his nondisabled peers.
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January 2013 | 2280 | Assistive Technology, Vision Disability, Perseverance, Self-Determination, Self-Advocacy | |
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I Can Soar: StaceyLearn how assistive technology helps Stacey bridge differences with peers to build relationships and actively participate in her 6th grade class.
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January 2013 | 1452 | Assistive Technology, Hearing Disability, Accommodations, Self-Determination | |
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Because PSA (Spanish)Spanish language version of the “Because” PSA produced by the U. S. Department of Labor’s Office of Disability Employment Policy (ODEP) The “Because” PSA aims to promote high expectations of youth with disabilities, their parents, teachers, coaches, and mentors, as well as future employers about what persons with disabilities can achieve in their careers.
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January 2013 | 453 | Spanish Language | |
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Because — PSAThe Campaign for Disability Employment is a collaborative effort convened by the U. S. Department of Labor's Office of Disability Employment Policy (ODEP) to promote positive employment outcomes for people with disabilities by encouraging employers and others to recognize the value and talent they bring to the workplace. The "Because" PSA reflects ODEP's priorities to increase expectations of youth with disabilities, their parents, teachers, coaches, and mentors, as well as future employers about what persons with disabilities can achieve in their careers.
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January 2013 | 24198 | Employment, Inspiration, PSA | |
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Talking With Your Doctor and Other Health Care ProvidersThis video teaches teens how communicate effectively with health care providers so that they answer teens' questions and give the information and supports teens need to be more in charge of their own health. Teens will also learn how prepare and give health care providers the information they need to give teens the best possible medical care.
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November 2012 | 504 | Health, Self-Advocacy, Independent Living | |
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Disability Resources: A Student PerspectiveCollege students with disabilities share their experiences and highlight the importance of self-awareness and self-advocacy.
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October 2012 | 1616 | Accommodations, Postsecondary Education, College Preparation, Self-Awareness, Self-Advocacy | |
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Just Like You-Down SyndromeIn this 14-minute video, teens Elyssa, Rachel, and Sam talk about Down syndrome with their friends Savannah, Bobby, and Brett Lynn.
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October 2012 | 611410 | Disability Awareness, Inclusion, Inspiration | |
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Accessible Instructional Materials (AIM)The National Center on Accessible Instructional Materials and PACER Center are pleased to announce the release of our new video explaining Accessible Instructional Materials in easy to understand language. This fully-captioned video is designed to increase awareness of AIM.
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October 2012 | 8437 | Assistive Technology, Special Education, Vision Disability, Learning Disability | Simply Said |
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Skills to Pay the Bills: CommunicationThis video is one of five from the Department of Labor’s Skills to Pay the Bills series. Information is targeted to youth, ages 14 to 21, in both in-school and out-of-school environments. This video focuses on communication skills — skills on the top of the “must have” list for every employer. “Soft Skills to Pay the Bills: Mastering Soft Skills for Workplace Success” is a curriculum developed by the U.S. Department of Labor's Office of Disability and Employment Policy.
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October 2012 | 38005 | Employment, Soft Skills, Social Skills, Career Development | Skills to Pay the Bills |
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Skills to Pay the Bills: NetworkingThis video is one of five from the Department of Labor’s Skills to Pay the Bills series. Information is targeted to youth, ages 14 to 21, in both in-school and out-of-school environments. This video focuses on using networking skills to find job opportunities. “Soft Skills to Pay the Bills: Mastering Soft Skills for Workplace Success” is a curriculum developed by the U.S. Department of Labor's Office of Disability and Employment Policy.
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October 2012 | 9961 | Employment, Soft Skills, Social Skills, Career Development | Skills to Pay the Bills |
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Skills to Pay the Bills: Critical Thinking and Problem SolvingThis video is one of five from the Department of Labor’s Skills to Pay the Bills series. Information is targeted to youth, ages 14 to 21, in both in-school and out-of-school environments. This video focuses on critical thinking and problem-solving. “Soft Skills to Pay the Bills: Mastering Soft Skills for Workplace Success” is a curriculum developed by the U.S. Department of Labor's Office of Disability and Employment Policy.
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October 2012 | 31395 | Employment, Soft Skills, Social Skills, Career Development | Skills to Pay the Bills |
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Skills to Pay the Bills: SynopsisThis video is one of five from the Department of Labor’s Skills to Pay the Bills series. Information is targeted to youth, ages 14 to 21, in both in-school and out-of-school environments. This video presents tips from all videos in the series. “Soft Skills to Pay the Bills: Mastering Soft Skills for Workplace Success” is a curriculum developed by the U.S. Department of Labor's Office of Disability and Employment Policy.
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October 2012 | 19188 | Employment, Soft Skills, Social Skills, Career Development | Skills to Pay the Bills |
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Skills to Pay the Bills: ProfessionalismThis video is one of five from the Department of Labor’s Skills to Pay the Bills series. Information is targeted to youth, ages 14 to 21, in both in-school and out-of-school environments. This video focuses on professionalism — coming to work on time, dressing appropriately and taking initiative. “Soft Skills to Pay the Bills: Mastering Soft Skills for Workplace Success” is a curriculum developed by the U.S. Department of Labor's Office of Disability and Employment Policy.
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October 2012 | 32327 | Employment, Soft Skills, Social Skills, Career Development | Skills to Pay the Bills |
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Skills to Pay the Bills: TeamworkThis video is one of five from the Department of Labor’s Skills to Pay the Bills series. Information is targeted to youth, ages 14 to 21, in both in-school and out-of-school environments. This video focuses on the ability to work with others. “Soft Skills to Pay the Bills: Mastering Soft Skills for Workplace Success” is a curriculum developed by the U.S. Department of Labor's Office of Disability and Employment Policy.
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October 2012 | 18765 | Employment, Soft Skills, Social Skills, Career Development | Skills to Pay the Bills |
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Skills to Pay the Bills: Enthusiasm and AttitudeThis video is one of five from the Department of Labor’s Skills to Pay the Bills series. Information is targeted to youth, ages 14 to 21, in both in-school and out-of-school environments. This video focuses on enthusiasm and attitude. “Soft Skills to Pay the Bills: Mastering Soft Skills for Workplace Success” is a curriculum developed by the U.S. Department of Labor's Office of Disability and Employment Policy.
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October 2012 | 35662 | Employment, Soft Skills, Social Skills, Career Development | Skills to Pay the Bills |
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Dude, Where’s My Transition Plan?Transitioning to adulthood takes planning for youth with disabilities. Young adults interviewed in Tennessee and Kentucky share a little about where they are in the transition process and steps they’re taking to make their dreams come true.
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October 2012 | 2196 | Career Development, Transition Planning, Preparing for Employment, Self-Awareness | |
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Bringing Medications to Your Medical AppointmentThis video demonstrates how you can actively participate in the proper management of your health care by bringing all of your medications to every medical appointment.
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October 2012 | 70 | Health, Self-Advocacy | |
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Changing Roles of FamiliesIn this video, four parents discuss the growth they saw in their youth with intellectual disabilities, and in themselves, when their kids went off to college.
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September 2012 | 367 | Intellectual Disability, Postsecondary Education | |
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Making the Move to Managing Your Own Personal Assistance ServicesYouth with disabilities discuss how they use personal assistance services (PAS) and what’s involved in finding and managing their own services. This video is a companion to the publication, Making the Move to Managing Your Own Personal Assistance Services (PAS): A Toolkit for Youth with Disabilities Transitioning to Adulthood.
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September 2012 | 3753 | Health, Independent Living, Self-Determination | |
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411 Disability DisclosureYouth with disabilities discuss how the decisions to disclose their disabilities have affected them at school, at work, and in social situations.
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September 2012 | 3750 | Disclosure, Employment, Self-Advocacy, Self-Awareness, Self-Determination | |
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Federal Student Aid: Types of Federal Student AidIf you need help paying for college or career school, the office of Federal Student Aid can assist you with getting the money you need. Check out this video to learn about grants, loans, and work-study jobs and how they can help fund your education. Visit http://StudentAid.gov to learn more.
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August 2012 | 389730 | Postsecondary Education, Financial Aid | |
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Meet SamMeet Sam Graves, a young man with cerebral palsy who, with the help of AT, is a successful college student, blogger, and sportsman.
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August 2012 | 14256 | Assistive Technology, Accommodations, Postsecondary Education, Self-Advocacy, Independent Living, Inspiration | Assistive Technology in Action |
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Meet ElleMeet Elle O’Gorman, a young woman with cerebral palsy who, with the help of AT, is able to communicate with family, friends, and teachers.
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July 2012 | 13773 | Assistive Technology, Accommodations, Special Education, Connecting Youth, Independent Living | Assistive Technology in Action |
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Health Care Transition: A Parent PerspectiveA father talks about the challenges of preparing his daughter to becoming more responsible for her own health care. He likens it to teaching your young adult to drive. "You know you have to let them go and make their mistakes."
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July 2012 | 134 | Health, Family Support, High Expectations, Independent Living, Transition Planning | |
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Jamar's Story, Let's Stop HIV TogetherJamar Rogers discusses living with HIV, fighting stigma around HIV, and the strong support of his mom, Danielle.
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July 2012 | 444588 | Disability Self-Awareness, Family Support, Health, HIV, Self-Advocacy | |
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Autism Stories: Adults on the SpectrumMike works every Thursday as the DJ at a radio station in New York. Mike talks about how working at the radio station makes him feel important and it gives him a sense of purpose.
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July 2012 | 55603 | Autism, Employment, Accommodations | |
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In Their Own WordsYoung adults share their unique experiences of dropping out of high school and later reconnecting to career and education supports. They tell about themselves, share their aspirations and dreams, and describe what supports were most useful in getting them back on track.
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June 2012 | 114 | Connecting Youth, High Expectations, Supportive Adults | |
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How Anthony’s Beehive Got Started — CNNAnthony’s fascination with bees as a child eventually developed into a family business, and a means of providing future financial independence for Anthony, who has a developmental disability.
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May 2012 | 363 | Employment, Entrepreneur, Self-Determination, Family Support, Career Development | |
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College Costs - Net Price CalculatorLearn how to use a Net Price Calculator - each college has one. Net price calculators allow you to find out what similar students paid to attend a that college in the previous year - after taking grants and scholarships but before student loans into account.
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January 2012 | 6609 | Postsecondary Education | |
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Self Determination with MeghanMeghan talks about finding her own place to live, and how she used self-determination to assist in her search for housing.
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January 2012 | 360 | Self-Determination, Housing | |
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How does student health insurance work?This video describes health insurance options for college students who are not covered on their family's policy through age 26.
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August 2011 | 8358 | Health | |
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Schedule a Medical AppointmentThis video goes over the information you need to have at hand when you make a doctor's appointment over the phone and what you need to say and do.
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June 2011 | 298 | Health, Independent Living, Self-Advocacy, Self-Awareness, Self-Determination | |
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Self Determination with ColeCole is a self-advocate who has a great definition and experience of self-determination. He talks about getting a job, being a home owner, and caring for his dog--all examples of living a self-determined life.
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March 2011 | 1048 | Self-Determination, Self-Advocacy, Independent Living | |
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College & Disability Services: Student FeudHigh School student parody on the classic game show Family Feud. Students team up against one another in this 3 question show-down.
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January 2011 | 2795 | Postsecondary Education, Youth Produced | |
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Vocational Rehabilitation Services: Jack’s JobsThis video produced by Minnesota high school students mixes an informational interview on vocational rehabilitation with comic relief provided by the high school’s mascot, the Lumber Jack. Several students showcase how Vocational Rehabilitation Services helped them with college and careers after high school.
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December 2010 | 2628 | Vocational Rehabilitation, Youth Produced, Employment, Preparing for Employment | |
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Workforce Centers: The Work Force Is With You!High school students interview and explore the services available to them at their local Workforce Center.
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December 2010 | 945 | American Job Centers (Workforce Centers), Youth Produced, Employment, Preparing for Employment | |
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Independent Living: Jeeve Whirlwind’s TipsHigh School student comedy on how to choose and live with roommates after graduating from high school.
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December 2010 | 845 | Independent Living, Youth Produced, Housing | |
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Healthy Hobbies: Skills for LifeSeveral high school students speak about their disabilities and how their hobbies translate into skills for future employment, community involvement, and self-confidence.
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December 2010 | 1702 | Independent Living, Youth Produced, Health, Recreation and Sports | |
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Self-Advocacy: Find the Captain in You!Two high school students host a morning talk show with special guest, Captain Self Advocacy.
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December 2010 | 6278 | Self-Determination, Self-Advocacy, Youth Produced, Finding Strengths | |
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¿USTED qué puede hacer? La Campaña de Empleo para Personas DiscapacitadasEn el trabajo, lo que importa es lo que la gente puede hacer. La Campaña de Empleo para Personas Discapacitadas es una labor de colaboracin para fomentar el empleo de personas con discapacidad a travs de incitar a los empresarios y a otros a reconocer el valor y talento que estas personas aportan al lugar de trabajo. (Spanish language version of "I Can" PSA.)
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December 2010 | 764 | Spanish Language | |
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Understanding Assistive TechnologyThe Minnesota STAR Program and PACER Center present the definition of Assistive Technology in easy-to-understand language. This video explains what Assistive Technology is where you can go the find out more.
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November 2010 | 32640 | Assistive Technology, Accommodations, Community Supports | Simply Said |
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Understanding Assistive Technology Loan LibrariesThe Minnesota STAR Program and PACER Center present an easy-to-understand video explaining what Assistive Technology Loan libraries are and where to find them. You'll be taken step by step through the process of borrowing an item and learn where you can find your closest library to you.
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November 2010 | 4958 | Assistive Technology, Community Supports | Simply Said |
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Tools and Technologies in AgricultureThis video introduces Lesson 1 of a 3-part curriculum on assistive technology awareness/ education series for rural youth. A father and daughter duo introduce the concept of assistive technology as just another kind of tool and provide examples of assistive technology used in an agricultural setting. The series was developed for Future Farmers of America by AgrAbility.
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July 2010 | 419 | Accommodations, Assistive Technology, Disability Awareness, Independent Living, Inclusion | AgrAbility for Youth |
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Principles of Assistive TechnologyThis video is Lesson 2 of a 3-part assistive technology awareness/education series for rural youth. A father and daughter duo identify basic categories of assistive technology and give examples of products in each category. The series was developed for Future Farmers of America by AgrAbility.
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July 2010 | 234 | Accommodations, Assistive Technology, Disability Awareness, Independent Living, Inclusion | AgrAbility for Youth |
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Disability AwarenessThis video introduces Lesson 3 of a 3-part curriculum on assistive technology awareness/education series for rural youth. A father duaghter duo provide a definition of disabilty, kinds of disabilities, and identify societal attitudes about disabilities that may create barriers for people with disabilites. Ways that youth can help promote an inclusive community are also noted. The series was developed for Future Farmers of America by AgrAbility.
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July 2010 | 245 | Accommodations, Assistive Technology, Disability Awareness, Independent Living, Inclusion | AgrAbility for Youth |
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Se una Super-Estrella - Toma la Encuesta - EstudianteEste video invita a estudiantes de preparatoria (High School) que han recibido servicios de educación especial a responder a una encuesta nacional acerca de lo que están haciendo un año después de que dejaron la escuela. ¿Están trabajando? ¿Continuaron su educación? ¿Están haciendo alguna otra cosa?
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May 2010 | 515 | Spanish Language | |
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Be a Superstar — Take the SurveyThis video invites high school students who received special education services to answer a national survey about what they are doing one year after leaving school. Are they working? Continuing their education? Doing something else? Conducted in every state, the survey will help educators improve special education services for students still in school.
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May 2010 | 1587 | Post-School Outcomes | |
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Scholar Profile: AlexandraAlexandra, a college senior who has a visual impairment, discusses her work as a science major, her career goals, accommodations she uses, and her experiences with the DO-IT Scholars program.
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October 2009 | 419 | Vision Disability, Accommodations, Assistive Technology | |
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Scholar Profile: MackMack, a high school senior with cerebral palsy, talks about the importance of a positive outlook on life, how accommodations such as speech recognition software have helped him complete assignments for school, and his career plans.
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October 2009 | 307 | Accommodations, Assistive Technology | |
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Scholar Profile: NathanNathan, a college freshman with a disability, discusses his hobbies, career goals, academic studies, and technology that assists with math and reading.
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October 2009 | 391 | Learning Disability, Assistive Technology, Accommodations | |
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I Can — PSAThe Campaign for Disability Employment is a collaborative effort to promote positive employment outcomes for people with disabilities by encouraging employers and others to recognize the value and talent they bring to the workplace.
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September 2009 | 73152 | Employment, For Employers, Finding Strengths, PSA | |
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Jeff on Medical Decision-makingJeff talks about how he gradually assumed more responsibility for medical decision-making. Although he makes decisions for himself as an adult, he continues to consult his parents as part of his decision-making process.
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June 2009 | 369 | Health, Independent Living, Self-Advocacy, Self-Awareness, Self-Determination | |
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Let Children and Teens Speak for ThemselvesDr. Dawn Greninko explains why parents should let children and teens speak for themselves.
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June 2009 | 313 | Health, Independent Living, Self-Advocacy, Self-Awareness, Self-Determination | |
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Developing your medical independenceDr. Dawn Grinenko talks about the importance of transferring responsibility for medication management and procedures from parents to youth.
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June 2009 | 221 | Health, Independent Living, Self-Advocacy, Self-Awareness, Self-Determination |