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Physical Disabilities Documentation Guidelines

• You must provide medical documentation of your specific disability in order to verify accommodation eligibility under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Documentation needs to be current in order to reflect present functioning. Additional documentation may be requested based on your current status and your

request(s). All documentation is confidential and will be kept on file at the Center for Accessible Academic Resource office (CAAR).

• You are responsible for making an appointment Physical disabilities may include but are not limited to: mobility impairment, chemical sensitivity, cancer, and AIDS. Neurologists or other medical specialists can provide information regarding the diagnosis and treatment of those individuals with physical disabilities.

• Note: Documentation guidelines are to be viewed as recommendations for qualified clinicians and students when submitting documentation. Documentation is reviewed on an individualized basis, and accommodations are made in coordination with the Access Coordinator from CAAR and the student.

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