Community Resources

 

All Park City Transit buses are ADA accessible.  The Park City Mobility Bus provides door-to-door para-transit service to ADA certified passengers who cannot ride the fixed route service. For an ADA Eligibility Application or for further  information, click the image or contact the Transit Office at (435) 615-5353, TTY (435) 615-7041 or 711, TTY En Espanol (888) 346-3162.   

Park City READS is a local nonprofit advocating for recognition and education of dyslexic students. They promote elevating literacy through early identification of struggling readers, effective reading interventions and appropriate classroom accommodations. They provide resources and support to families with struggling readers, particularly those identified as dyslexic. 

 

Adaptive sports, outdoor adventures, and educational programs for people of all abilities.   

 

Bridge21 is working on creating housing options offering support for a healthy and sustainable lifestyle. Through private and public collaboration, we are developing an atmosphere of love and protection, while providing a platform for life without limits.   

 

The Division Of Services for People with Disabilities (DSPD) serves people with significant disabilities- Respite, Community, Residential and Employment Services. To apply for services: click the image or call 844-275-3773 or go to the local DSPD agency.

Planning:

Transition Planning Timeline Checklist for Parents  (students in the Essential Elements and Transition Programs)

Secondary Resource Programming and Curriculum (Grade 8-12) (students in the Resource Program)

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Employment:

Vocational Rehabilitation  Employment services for ages 14 and up– Start with an orientation video on the website.

Pre-Employment Transition Services Providers  (Pre-ETS)  A list of providers for students 14-21 with disabilities to assist with preparation for employment.

Utah Center for Assistive Technology  (UCAT)  Information and technical services to help people with disabilities acquire assistive technologies.

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Education:

Passages  at UVU (for students with Autism) 

Aggies Elevated at Utah State University- Comprehensive Transition Program for students with intellectual disabilities 

University of Utah Center for Disability and Access

Salt Lake Community College Disability Resource Center

Utah Valley University Accessibility Services

Weber State Disability Services

Utah State University Disability Resource Center

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Independent Living and Transportation:

The Utah Independent Living Center (UILC) offers programs for teens and young adults and free classes and outings for young adults.  Independent living supports. 801-466-5565  

The Utah Parent Center (UPC) offers resources, workshops, and support for families and transition-aged students.  (801) 272-1051.

Utah Transit Authority (UTA) provides reduced fare information and para-transit appointments. 801-RIDE-UTA (743-3882)

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Guardianship:

Utah Courts   How-to information for guardianship.

Guardianship Associates of Utah provides professional guardianship information and services.

The Utah Office of Public Guardianship (OPG) provides guardianship and conservatorship services for adults who are unable to make basic life decisions.

Utah Legal Services offers legal assistance for guardianship. 

The University of Utah Pediatrics provides information on guardianship estate planning.