Welcome to the Disability Resources Department (DRD)
The Disability Resources Department cultivates an accessible and inclusive community and is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive college experience for disabled students. We collaborate with students to provide accommodations and services for their academic goals. We are dedicated to supporting disabled students and value their lived experiences and intersectional identities. Through collaboration and advocacy, we work with our campus communities to remove barriers, implement Universal Design for Learning principles, and fully realize the District’s mission and vision for an accessible, equitable, and inclusive college. We believe that universally accessible educational environments benefit all those at the college.
How to Request Services from DRD
To get started, click on the button below to complete our Request for Services form. If you need help with this step, please contact our office. (you may also print and complete the document here)
- The Request for Services Form is also available in Spanish (SOLICITUD DE SERVICIOS EN ESPAÑOL)
Please note: As part of the application, you will be asked to upload documentation verifying your disability. This can be:
- A document from your doctor that includes your name, diagnosis, and your doctor’s signature or
- An IEP or 504 Plan from high school
If you don't have any of these documents, please call our front desk to discuss other options available.
How to Request Your Accommodation Letters
You may call the DRD front desk to book an appointment with your specialist. Or, through your Bear Cub Hub:
- Log in to your Bear Cub Hub.
- Select the DRD tile.
- Select Student.
- Review the list of your current classes and approved accommodations.
- For each class, select the specific accommodations you want to use—or request “all approved accommodations”.
- Submit your request.
Please note: You need to be an active DRD student in order to receive accommodations. Please allow up to four business days for your accommodation letters to be processed and sent to your instructors.
Ask a DRD Specialist
Students with a quick DRD related question can get answers via email daily by accessing the Ask a Specialist link.
Ask a DRD Academic Counselor
Students with questions related to academic coursework can get answers via email daily. Email: drdaskacounselor@santarosa.edu.
Academic Life Coaching
Academic/Life Coaching is available to students using Disability Resources to further explore:
🕒 Time management & organization
🎯 Goal setting & follow-through
💪 Building academic confidence
⚖️ Balancing school, work, and life
Sessions available in-person in Petaluma or via phone/zoom coming soon !
