Okay, we've talked about academics, but what about my son or daughter's living situation?
Both Residence Life and Dining Services at WPI are readily accessible to and usable by students with many disabilities. Students, especially those with physical disabilities, are strongly encouraged to investigate and prepare strategies for self-care, access to food services, etc. prior to arrival on campus in the fall.
WPI's Residential Services offers a number of accessible housing options. Reasonable accommodations will be made to students with disabilities whose limitations require them. In addition, WPI's Dining Services provides access in a variety of ways.
For example, a student who requires a Personal Care Attendant (PCA) must make arrangements for direction, scheduling and payment. On the other hand, WPI, in this case Residential Services, will accommodate the student in ensuring the PCA's entrance to the building, etc., when the student requests such arrangements. Parking arrangements for PCAs may be made with Campus Police.
The staff in Dining Services will work with students who have specialized dietary requirements. Dining staff will accommodate students with physical limitations that prevent them from carrying food trays. PCAs may be admitted to assist a student with meals when necessary.
- Examples of Possible Housing Accommodations
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Service animals
Single rooms
Wheelchair accessible rooms - The Student's Considerations
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Certification of trained service animal
Provisions for disposal of animal's wastes
Space for equipment such as battery chargers or Hoyer lift
Provision for personal services
Personal Care Attendants
Scheduling
Parking
Assistance with meals
For more information about access to Residence Life and Dining Services, contact those offices or DSO.
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